What size tire is on a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?
P205/55R16 (S · SE · TDI · TDI Loyal Edition)
P225/45R17 (SEL · 2.0T SEL · Wolfsburg Edition)
2009 Volkswagen Jetta/Tire size
Do I need winter tires if I have all-season tires?
When you’re on bare or wet pavement, the right set of all-season tires are designed to keep you safely on the road. They even do okay in mild winter conditions. But when the weather worsens and roads are covered in ice and snow, having the right set of winter or snow tires can help you stay in control of your vehicle.
What tires are recommended for winter driving?
The 8 Best Winter Tires and Why You Absolutely Need Them
- Editor’s Pick: Bridgestone Blizzak WS80.
- Michelin X-Ice Xi3.
- Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3.
- Firestone Winterforce 2.
- Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT.
- Yokohama iceGUARD iG52c.
- Dunlop Winter Maxx.
- Continental Wintercontact SI.
Are snow tires good on dry roads?
Snow tires were sloppy handling and near-grip-free on dry and, especially, wet roads. A single emergency stop in the dry would ruin the tire’s tread. Further, quality winter tires give up almost nothing to original equipment all-season tires in emergency performance on dry roads or in the rain, Rogers says.
What is the bolt pattern on a 2009 Jetta?
5 x 112mm
Volkswagen Jetta 2009, 16″ Double 5-Spoke Alloy Factory Wheel by Replace®. Size: 16″ x 6.5″. Bolt Pattern: 5 x 112mm.
Is it safe to drive with all season tires in winter?
All-season tires protect your vehicle in temperatures 7 degrees Celsius and above. The rubber compounds and other components that go into winter tires keep them flexible, which improves vehicle handling and improves abrupt stopping or braking, with or without snow. Myth #5: All-season tires are fine for winter use.
Do m/s tires count as snow tires?
M+S is the designation for a 3 season tire, the letters stand for MUD + SNOW. Except M+S DOES NOT MEAN WINTER TIRE, it’s a 3 season tire.
How fast can you drive with snow tires?
To answer the first questions, Toyota recommends that drivers not exceed speeds of 75 mph when traveling with snow tires on a Toyota Corolla. The tires are intended to add grip in icy or snowy conditions, so driving highway speeds can damage the wheelbase and significantly decrease fuel economy.
Can you drive long distance with snow tires?
Winter tires are designed for traction, not longevity, whereas all-season tires are designed for lower rolling resistance and longer tread life. Driving winter tires in the summer can wear them out faster. That’s because the rubber compound in winter tires is designed for colder conditions, not warmer temperatures.