Each year, AutoBild takes a fresh look at one of the most versatile tyre segments: all-season tyres. These “365-day solutions” promise to handle anything from summer heat to icy mornings — a tempting offer for drivers in moderate climates who’d rather skip the seasonal swap.
In its latest test (October 2025 issue), AutoBild compared ten all-season models in the popular 215/50 R18 size — a dimension common for compact crossovers and mid-sized saloons.
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Tested Like a True Four-Seasons Tyre Should Be
The evaluation spanned snow, wet, and dry disciplines, with cost factors (rolling resistance, wear, and price) included for an “Eco-Master” ranking.
Snow tests were carried out in mid-winter conditions in New Zealand, while wet and dry performance was examined on Pirelli’s Vizzola test track near Milan and Stellantis’ proving grounds in Balocco.
Bridgestone and Continental Take Top Honours
The Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 (★90) and Continental AllSeason Contact 2 both achieved the coveted verdict “vorbildlich” (exemplary) and identical overall scores of 1.2.
Despite their equal rating, the two tyres have slightly different characters:
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 (★90) – a true all-rounder. Balanced in all conditions, it impressed with stable wet handling, predictable snow traction, and low rolling resistance. Only its slightly louder road noise held it back from perfection.
- Continental AllSeason Contact 2 – the snow specialist of the group. It excelled on winter roads and delivered convincing wet-grip performance. Its dry braking distances were a touch longer, but still within the “exemplary” range.
Both tyres clearly underline how far all-season development has come — performing safely across weather extremes without major compromises.
Pirelli and Goodyear Close Behind
Not far off the leaders, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 (★95) and Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 showcased strong personalities.
Pirelli’s entry impressed with short braking distances and sharp dry handling, while Goodyear’s top marks on snow were overshadowed by longer wet-braking distances, resulting in a small downgrade from “vorbildlich” to “gut”.
Mid-Range Surprises and Budget Pitfalls
Mid-pack contenders such as Kleber Quadraxer 3 (★79), Hankook Kinergy 4S² X, and Giti AllSeason AS1 delivered respectable, well-balanced performances, but couldn’t quite match the refinement of the premium tyres.
Further down, Linglong and Fortuna struggled — especially in the wet tests, where longer stopping distances and less predictable handling highlighted the performance gap to established brands.
Why It Matters
AutoBild’s test again shows that while all-season tyres have matured, not all “four-season” promises are equal. The best models now combine real winter capability with reassuring dry and wet performance. For drivers in Central Europe’s mild-to-moderate winters, the top-rated Bridgestone and Continental options deliver near-winter-tyre safety without the hassle of seasonal tyre changes.
Test Details at a Glance
- Tyre size: 215/50 R18
- Category weightings: Snow 30 %, Wet 30 %, Dry 20 %, Costs 20 %
- Grading: German school scale (1 = very good → 6 = unsatisfactory)
- Key test sites: New Zealand (Snow), Vizzola (Wet/Dry), Balocco (Dry), Lab Rolling-Resistance Testing
AutoBild’s methodology remains among the most comprehensive in Europe, assessing safety-critical disciplines such as braking, handling, aquaplaning, and slalom. The full ranking and all measured data — including braking distances and traction scores — are available in the detailed results table below.