I've new A3 Quattro and I'd like your input as to what winter tires select for the car. I drove Golfs on Toyos before, so I want to find out if the Quattro alows for something less demanding or is there no difference. I have quote for Blizzaks for reasonible price, but I read that they don't last that long as the other brands. The size I'm looking for is 224/45/17 or 205/50/17 as I've extra mags that I can use.

 

You must know that this question has come up before and more recently has been a major topic of discussion. Use the search button at the top and it will bring you to a huge amount of information regarding your question. Here is a recent link to start off with.

https://www.audiforum.ca/q5-q7/50837...-tires-q5.html

 

Thanks for reply, I'm allready looking thru the forum, so far find just references to other models same as your link for Q5. Well, need more time I guess.

 

If I were to synopsis all the threads they would say the same thing. Get proper winters not all season, try tirerack.com for options.

I am sure there will be some A3 owners who will offer some personal advise here as well, just be patient.

Good luck and welcome to the forum. Good to have you here.

 

I got Gislaved NordFrost5 205/50/17 today from a guy that I normally buy my summer tires from and He recomended these for me. Anyone drove in winter on these?

 

I had a set of Blizzak WS-50's on an A4 - they lasted at least 6 winters (over 50 000 km). They were great winter tires. I'm about to get a set of WS-70's for my A3

 

I ran them on my Lexus IS250 last year and they offered excellent grip in snow without loss of traction. They're also fairly quiet. I'm going to swap the tires onto my A3 this winter.

 

I just ordered a set of the new Blizzak WS70 tires in 225/45/17. Tire Rack is a bit cheaper than the local deal I got but not so convenient.

 

Consider the Dunlop Winter Sport, they are excellent in the snow and still very good on dry and wet roads, and they are quiet. This is a big plus in Vancouver where we don't run into snow that often, but if you drive into the interior or Whistler you definitely need winter tires.

 

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