Winter tires are not cheap, it's no secret. And for most of us regular people, purchasing them is not a fun task, it's more like a forced expense. However, depending on your commuting habits and where you live, you might not need the best and most expensive winter tires out there. Some affordable tires provide good enough performance in winter conditions and will get you through the season without breaking the bank. To help drivers on a budget, we came up with a list of our favorite winter tires under $100.
Minerva Eco Stud


- Decent traction on ice
- Good traction in snow
- Road Hazard (1yr or 2/32nds) warranty
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Usage:Rural driving
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Price:$ 81.21 (per tire for a Toyota Corolla 2015 - 195/65R15)
Maxtrek Trek M7


- Good traction on ice
- Good traction in snow
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Usage:Highway and rural driving
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Price:$ 93.72 (per tire for a Honda Civic 2015 - 225/55R16)
Sailun Ice Blazer WST1


- Decent traction on ice
- Good traction in snow
- Road Hazard Replacement Program
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Usage:Rural driving
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Price:$ 89.04 (per tire for a Mazda 3 2015 - 205/60R16)
Hercules Ironman Polar Trax WSP


- Decent traction on ice
- Good traction in snow
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Usage:Rural driving
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Price:$ 81.69 (per tire for a Hyundai Elantra 2015 - 205/55R16)
Kapsen AW33


- Good traction on ice
- Decent traction in snow
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Usage:Urban and highway driving
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Price:$ 72.35 (per tire for a Nissan Sentra 2016 - 205/55R16)
All the tires mentioned above are worth considering if you have a smaller budget. Obviously, they are not as comfortable, quiet and durable as high-end tires, but they still offer a sufficient amount of traction to survive winter.
* To see which winter tires fit your vehicle, use the Search by vehicle tool and choose Winter, then select your preferred size and click on Tires.
