For electric cars we recommend EV-specific tyres with low rolling resistance and reinforced load rating to protect range and handle instant torque.
For the smart fortwo in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 (rated 8.7/10) and Falken EuroWinter HS01 (rated 8.0/10). The smart fortwo uses 16 tyre sizes across 8 generations. The Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 excels in Low noise while the Falken EuroWinter HS01 stands out in Wet performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.
#1Winter
HankookThere aren’t many things to dislike about the Winter i*cept RS3, except perhaps for slightly lower mileage and higher rolling resistance. For its price, it performs well in all weather conditions.
#2Winter
Falken
