Are all-season tyres in 215/50 R17 suitable for a Hyundai i40 diesel used in Aveyron, France, and what should guide the choice?

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Hello, All-season tyres can be a sensible compromise for your Hyundai i40 diesel in Aveyron, France, if your usual routes have moderate winter conditions. If you regularly drive on snowy mountain roads, I would favour separate summer and winter sets, as good seasonal tyres generally offer greater safety margins in their intended conditions. Before buying 215/50 R17, have Hyundai or a qualified tyre specialist confirm the size and required load and speed ratings against your car’s documentation. The size alone is not enough to select the correct version. For all-season use, I would look for the Alpine/3PMSF snow symbol and compare EU wet-grip ratings. The snow marking indicates a minimum tested snow-performance level, while wet-grip classes concern wet braking performance. To narrow the choice, please share the car’s year, its documented load and speed ratings, and whether snowy mountain driving is occasional or routine.