Evolution Winter

About the Cooper Evolution Winter

Studdable Winter tire for Passenger Car/Minivan and SUV/CUV.

Features

* Sawtooth circumferential center rib* Multi-angled corrugated siping* Snow-Groove™ technology* Stud pin capable* Carries the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) symbol* Standard Limited Warranty* Free 45-Day Road Test

Benefits

* Wide contact of the center rib enhances stability and impressive control in all weather conditions* Lots of biting edges in every direction to provide grip and traction during straight line driving or cornering* Traps snow in the tread, enhancing snow traction, handling and stopping power through snow-on-snow technology* Strategically-placed stud pin holes provide extreme traction and stopping capability on ice* Meets the required performance criteria for Use in Severe Snow Conditions

Understanding the 225/55R17 size

In the size code 225/55R17, 225 is the section width in millimetres (about 8.9"). 55 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 55% of the width, or roughly 123.8 mm. R17 means radial construction on a 17-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 26.7".

The load index 97 means each tire supports up to 1,609 lbs — about 6,436 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol T certifies the tire to 118 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.

What the Cooper Evolution Winter is built for

The Cooper Evolution Winter is a winter tire, using a cold-weather compound that stays pliable below 45°F (7°C) where all-season rubber hardens and loses grip. It carries the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol, meaning it passed a standardised severe-snow traction test. Fitment category: Passenger Car.

Price and value

At $124.49 per tire, a full set of four costs $497.96. That is about 8% below the average price of the 148 tires we stock in this size.