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The Goodyear UltraGrip 9 Plus is a Premium Touring Winter tyre designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.

8.6
Tyre Reviews Score Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews
High Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
92%
Wet Grip
93%
Road Feedback
80%
Handling
77%
Wear
97%
Comfort
85%
Buy again
95%
Snow Grip
86%
Ice Grip
74%
6 Reviews
86% Average
21,000 miles driven
9 Tests (avg: 4th)
Goodyear UltraGrip 9 Plus

Goodyear UltraGrip 9 Plus

Winter Premium
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8.6 / 10
Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews · High Confidence · Updated 30 Jan 2026

The Tyre Reviews Score is the most comprehensive tyre scoring system available. It aggregates professional test data from multiple independent publications, user reviews, and consistency analysis using Bayesian statistical methods, weighted normalisation, and recency-adjusted scoring to produce a single, reliable performance rating.

Learn more about our methodology
Category Scores
Ice
100
1.26x / 1 test
Snow
91.4
1.5x / 12 tests
Wet
82.8
2x / 17 tests
Comfort
76.2
0.29x / 4 tests
Value
76.2
0.38x / 11 tests
Dry
54.1
1.2x / 7 tests
Cross-Category Performance

Cross-category scores are derived metrics that combine data from multiple test disciplines to evaluate real-world performance characteristics.

Traction
96.4
4 tests
Braking
78
16 tests
Handling
76.1
9 tests
Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 9
Publications: 5
Period: 2020 - 2023
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 6
Avg Rating: 86.5%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 0.41
History Points: 6
Methodology & Configuration
Scoring Process
  1. Collect Test Data: Gather results from professional tyre tests across multiple publications. Minimum 1 test(s) required.
  2. Normalize Positions: Convert test positions to percentile scores using exponential weighting (factor: 1.2).
  3. Apply Recency Weighting: More recent tests are weighted higher with a decay rate of 0.95.
  4. Incorporate User Reviews: Factor in user review data (minimum 5 reviews). Weight: 15%.
  5. Bayesian Smoothing: Apply Bayesian prior (score: 7, weight: 1.5) to prevent extreme scores with limited data.
  6. Calculate Final Score: Combine all components using normalization factor of 1.1. Max score with limited data: 9.5.
Component Weights
Test Data
80%
User Reviews
15%
Consistency
5%
All Configuration Parameters
ParameterValueDescription
safety_weight 0.7 Weight multiplier for safety-related metrics
performance_weight 0.55 Weight multiplier for performance metrics
comfort_weight 0.4 Weight multiplier for comfort metrics
value_weight 0.45 Weight multiplier for value-for-money metrics
user_reviews_weight 0.15 How much user reviews contribute to the final score
test_data_weight 0.8 How much professional test data contributes to the final score
consistency_weight 0.05 How much score consistency contributes to the final score
recency_decay_rate 0.95 Rate at which older test results lose influence (higher = slower decay)
min_test_count 1 Minimum number of professional tests required
min_review_count 5 Minimum number of user reviews required
score_version 1.8 Current version of the scoring algorithm
score_normalization_factor 1.1 Factor used to normalize raw scores to the 0-10 scale
confidence_factor_weight 0.2 How much data confidence affects the final score
position_penalty_weight 0.2 Penalty applied for poor test positions
gap_penalty_threshold 8 Score gap (%) that triggers additional penalties
min_metrics_count 2 Minimum number of test metrics needed per test
limited_data_threshold 2 Number of tests below which data is considered limited
single_test_penalty 0.1 Score multiplier when only one test is available
critical_metric_penalty 0.7 Penalty for poor performance on critical safety metrics
critical_metric_threshold 70 Score below which a critical metric penalty applies
position_exponential_factor 1.2 Exponent used to amplify position-based scoring
position_exponential_threshold 0.9 Position percentile below which exponential scoring applies
gap_multiplier_critical 3 Multiplier for critical gap penalties
max_category_weight 2 Maximum weight any single category can have
max_score_limited_data 9.5 Score cap when data is limited
bayesian_prior_weight 1.5 Weight of the Bayesian prior in smoothing
bayesian_prior_score 7 Prior score used for Bayesian smoothing
evidence_test_multiplier 1.9 Multiplier for test evidence in confidence calculation
evidence_metric_divisor 3 Divisor for metric count in evidence calculation
evidence_review_divisor 10 Divisor for review count in evidence calculation
Data Sources
TestPublicationDateSizePositionMetrics
2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test ADAC 2023 205/60 R16 3/16 12 metrics
2022 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 ADAC 2022 185/65 R15 1/15 0 metrics
2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test Auto Bild 2021 205/55 R16 7/22 15 metrics
2021 AMS Winter Tyre Test Auto Motor Und Sport 2021 195/55 R16 6/10 12 metrics
2021 ADAC 15 Inch Winter Tyre Test ADAC 2021 195/65 R15 1/16 0 metrics
2021 Winter Tyre Market Overview Auto Bild 2021 205/55 R16 6/49 2 metrics
The Best Winter Tyres for 2020 Tyre Reviews 2020 205/55 R16 2/19 0 metrics
2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test Auto Zeitung 2020 205/55 R16 3/14 11 metrics
2020 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 205/55 R16 ADAC 2020 205/55 R16 8/15 0 metrics
All Tests
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Latest Tyre Test Results
2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test
205/60 R16 • 2023
3rd/16
The GOODYEAR UltraGrip 9+ shows minor weaknesses in steering precision and feedback on dry roads but compensates with good safety margins during sudden evasive maneuvers and average braking distances. On wet roads, it performs clearly above average, offering short braking distances and secure, easily controllable handling. In lateral aquaplaning, its performance is rated as good, and it narrowly misses an excellent rating in longitudinal aquaplaning. On winter roads, the UltraGrip 9+ scores above average in braking and slightly above average in traction. While it offers good safety reserves in snow handling, steering could be more precise. In ice braking tests, the UltraGrip 9+ excels with the shortest braking distances. Environmentally, the tyre achieves a good rating for its projected lifespan and wear, and it receives the best rating in the test for efficiency.
2022 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15
185/65 R15 • 2022
1st/15
Very balanced, good on all surfaces, particularly good on wet roads (top mark), low fuel consumption.
None mentioned.
The GOODYEAR UltraGrip 9+ convinces in all tests and even earns the top mark in the wet. Overall, it secures the rating "particularly recommended".
2021 Winter Tyre Market Overview
205/55 R16 • 2021
6th/49

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Top 3 Goodyear UltraGrip 9 Plus Reviews

Given 96% while driving a Nissan Micra (175/60 R14) on mostly town for 2,000 average miles
I have a Nissan Micra, so there's a relatively limited range of tires available for 175/60R15, most of which are older models. So a reasonably priced brand-new Goodyear was a pretty obvious choice when I needed new winter tires. And they haven't disappointed. The Micra feels like a whole new car, with far better traction and handling than the Semperit Master-Grip 2 that were fitted before, and braking distance and overall performance seems to have improved as well. I can't comment on severe ice and snow, as we didn't have too much of that this winter, but traction was very good on one icy day and it handled moderate snow cover with ease. I haven't driven too much on rural roads or motorways, but handling was fine and the tire seemed quieter at highway speeds.
Ask a question | Helpful 764
March 23, 2023
Given 74% while driving a Peugeot 308 BlueHDI EAT6 (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 2,000 spirited miles
I bought a set for the front axle for my 308 1.6bluehdi they are very very good in cold weather and/or rain i haven't had a real chance to drive them on snow or ice myself but my brother did and comparing them to nokian wrd4 that we have for a Clio iv diesel they are not at the same level on snow but having said that they are better in every other way , they will last for more , they are much more quiter especially while braking better fuel consumption almost like an all weather tire better dry grip and wet grip on heavy rain they seem to aquaplaning at about the same speed so yea great tires!
Ask a question | Helpful 857
August 19, 2022
Given 89% while driving a Skoda (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 2,000 miles
Cheaper then Conti and I belive quite the same quality. No problems at all but I drive rather carefully.
Ask a question | Helpful 926
November 15, 2021
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Latest Goodyear UltraGrip 9 Plus Reviews

Given 94% while driving a SEAT Arona (205/60 R16) on mostly country roads for 9,000 average miles
Bought a set of these and 16 inch wheels for my Seat Arona, very comfortable and amazing grip, especially in muddy field run off, cold rain, sleet, snow, and frosty roads. Only had 2 days of snow and I could happily drive up and down hills past many cars which were stranded (including 4x4 on summer tyres). Could drive along winding snow covered B roads at 40-50mph which shows how well they grip. The wet grip when temperatures 0-10c is amazing, feels as sure footed as driving in the dry. So even living in south of England, I am converted to seasonal swapping to winter tyres having discovered you just feel safe.
Ask a question | Helpful 810
September 7, 2021
Given 88% while driving a Audi A2 (175/60 R15 H) on mostly motorways for 1,000 average miles
I took a chance given the lack of reviews or tests at the time and have had these on my Audi A2 since November: Too early to rate the wear yet as I’ve only done 1000 miles or so, but these are great at dealing with all conditions you’re likely to find in rural southern England. Dry and wet braking are very good and they are quiet except on concrete road surfaces, but then what type is? We had a lot of ice on the roads here recently and I live in a hilly area - these dealt with it fine as long as you drove sensibly. I’ve not had a chance to try them in snow but the reviews suggested they will be good. Based on my impressions so far, I would buy them again. I’ll update once I’ve used them for a couple of full winters (so spring next year).
Ask a question | Helpful 889
January 13, 2021
Check out how the BEST all seasons tyres perform against premium summer and winter tyres!
Given 89% while driving a Kia Motors Soul 1.6 CDI (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 5,000 average miles
They have been on the car this winter, around 8000km. It's a warm winter, so they have been on the snow only two short times. Everything went well, but I can't tell much really. In dry and wet, temps mostly between 5-15c, they behave perfectly. I can barely tell that they are winter tires. And there are no wear problems. A bit cheaper than Conti TS860, but they feel equally safe, GY might even be a bit more comfortable.
Ask a question | Helpful 977
March 10, 2020