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175-255/40-70 R13-19 58 sizes 2021 Winter rated

Goodyear UltraGrip Ice 2

Name: Goodyear UltraGrip Ice 2
Brand: Goodyear
Rating: 4.1 (8 reviews)

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The Goodyear UltraGrip Ice 2 is a Premium Touring Winter tyre designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.

0.7

Tyre Reviews Score Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews

High Confidence View Breakdown

Dry Grip

83%

Wet Grip

86%

Road Feedback

81%

Handling

81%

Wear

96%

Comfort

87%

Buy again

77%

Snow Grip

80%

Ice Grip

71%

8 Reviews

83% Average

81,412 miles driven

5 Tests (avg: 5^th)

Parameter	Value	Description
`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

Test	Publication	Date	Size	Position	Metrics
The Best Studded / Friction Winter Tyres for 2024	Teknikens Varld	2024	225/50 R17	6/17	0 metrics
2022 ViBilagare Nordic SUV Winter Tyre Test	Vi Bilagare	2022	235/55 R18	2/8	14 metrics
2021 Studless and Studded Winter Tyre Test	Teknikens Varld	2021	205/55 R16	2/16	11 metrics
2020 Vi Bilagare Nordic Friction Winter Tyre Test	Vi Bilagare	2020	205/60 R16	3/8	12 metrics
2020 Nordic and Studded Winter Tyre Test	Test World	2020	205/55 R16	10/20	15 metrics

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Latest Tyre Test Results

The Best Studded / Friction Winter Tyres for 2024

225/50 R17 • 2024

6^th/17

The used Goodyear UltraGrip Ice 2, a Nordic non-studded tyre, demonstrated significant performance degradation after 3,800 km. Its ice and snow performance had deteriorated to potentially dangerous levels. Interestingly, it showed the lowest rolling resistance in the test due to its worn state. This tyre's performance highlights how Nordic non-studded tyres can lose their winter capabilities more rapidly than studded tyres with wear.

2022 ViBilagare Nordic SUV Winter Tyre Test

235/55 R18 • 2022

2^nd/8

Best nordic friction tires on asphalt. Low road noise.

Slightly lower cornering grip on snow/ice.

UltraGrip Ice 2 is the best choice for those who drive mostly on asphalt ground in milder winter conditions. It is superior on wet asphalt, that is otherwise a problem for Nordic friction tires. Goodyear handles aquaplaning well and also has good cornering grip and shortest braking distance on wet roads. You will also find the best stability and steering response on dry roads. In addition, the interior noise level is the lowest.
Despite the good asphalt properties, Goodyear performs well in the winter rounds. The braking distances are right up there with the best. The disadvantage is slightly worse cornering grip on snow and ice, where the grip disappears relatively suddenly and without warning.
In terms of points, it will be second overall, but Goodyear is the clear winner in wetter climates.

2021 Studless and Studded Winter Tyre Test

205/55 R16 • 2021

2^nd/16

[Friction] Easy to drive on snow with good levels of grip, good ice performance.

Poor dry performance.

Alternative Tyres

Bridgestone Blizzak 6

9.5/10

Michelin Alpin 7

9.2/10

Goodyear UltraGrip Ice 3

8.9/10

Continental WinterContact TS 870

8.8/10

Continental VikingContact 8

8.8/10

Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10

8.4/10

Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5

7.5/10

Pirelli Ice Zero 2

7.3/10

Pirelli Cinturato Winter 3

6.8/10

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Size	Fuel	Wet	Noise
14 inch
175/65R14 86 T XL	D	D	69
15 inch
185/65R15 88 T	C	D	69
195/65R15 95 T XL	C	E	67
195/55R15 85 T	C	D	70
16 inch
215/60R16 99 T XL	B	E	71
215/60R16 99 T XL	B	E	71
205/60R16 96 T XL	C	D	71
205/55R16 94 T XL	C	E	69
205/55R16 94 T XL	C	E	69
205/60R16 96 T XL	C	D	71
17 inch
215/55R17 98 T XL	B	D	71
215/55R17 98 T XL	B	D	71
225/50R17 98 T XL	C	D	71
225/45R17 94 T XL	C	E	71
225/50R17 98 T XL	C	D	71
215/45R17 91 T XL	C	D	71
205/50R17 93 T XL	C	D	70
225/45R17 94 T XL	C	E	71
205/50R17 93 T XL	C	D	70
18 inch
245/40R18 97 T XL	C	E	70
245/45R18 100 T XL	C	D	72
245/40R18 97 T XL	C	E	70
225/40R18 92 T XL	D	D	69
245/45R18 100 T XL	C	D	72

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Questions and Answers for the Goodyear UltraGrip Ice 2

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September 13, 2021

Is there any info available on when the Ultragrip Ice 3 will be available? It seems that it is in development. The Ice 2 seems to be falling behind in tests compared to newer models from Nokian/Michelin/Bridgestone.

I've not yet heard any information about the UltraGrip Ice 3, and it's still the Ice 2 in tests this year.

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Top 3 Goodyear UltraGrip Ice 2 Reviews

Given 84% while driving a Ford (215/55 R17) on a combination of roads for 300 average miles

For a front wheel drive car the tyres are very grippy and gives a safe feel to drive. they can be a bit slippery on steep up hills and when there is loose snow or Ice. But once the TC is off they do grip quite well and pull the car along very well.

I would recommend buying these tyres and i have had similar ones on a old 318i and they were perfect as well.

Ask a question | Helpful 1014

January 3, 2024

Given 90% while driving a Kia Motors ceed (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 650 easy going miles

Used with a KIA Cee'd SW 2018, amazing winter tires for the Swedish winter, also drove them through Poland in the middle of winter. Great grip in winter conditions and extremely comfortable and quiet. Massive recommendation.

Ask a question | Helpful 932

February 23, 2024

Given 54% while driving a Volvo V70 2.4 (205/60 R16) on mostly country roads for 15,000 easy going miles

Comfortable tyre.

Grip on dry and wet is good for a winter tyre.

Grip on ice and snow is lower than other premium winter tyres I've had.

Not going to buy again.

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November 13, 2023

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Given 73% while driving a Honda HRV (225/50 R18) on a combination of roads for 15,000 average miles

Overall good braking-, decent acceleration- & not avarage/below avarage lateral grip.
Tire looses grip with little to no warning. Overall feedback is quite low.
Now fitted for 4th winter, would last longer but realisticly 3 to 4 winters use is maximum with decent performance.

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November 6, 2025

Given 89% while driving a Citroën C5 Tourer (225/60 R16) on mostly country roads for 13,000 average miles

I've driven about 20000km / 13000miles during last 6 months here in central finland with these tyres, and have nothing to complain about them. Wet ice is of course the worst condition to them, but yet totally manageable. On snow surfaces they have very good grip, and on tarmac, wet or dry, the best studless nordic winter tyres I've ever driven. Comfort level is about at same level as Michelin X-Ice Snow or other top level studless tyres. Tyre wear seems to be ok, they will last easily second winter (+20000km) or more. No surprices in any conditions, very good tyre for nordic winter.

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April 14, 2023

Check out how the BEST all seasons tyres perform against premium summer and winter tyres!

Given 94% while driving a Volvo S60 T5 250bhp (215/50 R17) on mostly town for 3,500 average miles

So, after summer tires you feel that the car on those tires is not so informative. In general handling in dry and wet conditions is confident. On small ice it's ok but on polished ice, you will lose control, but it's obvious as tires have no spikes. From my perspective, they are not as quiet as I would like to. One of the cons is that I think it has a weak side as for the XL model. After hitting a pothole (approx at 40kph(25mph), it was a painful pothole but definitely not the biggest one) I received 2 holes in 1 tire. From my side, I think it's a decent tire and I'm glad that I bought them.

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February 3, 2023

Given 88% while driving a Skoda (215/55 R17) on a combination of roads for 6,000 average miles

Great winter tire. Second winter. Have all conditions to handle- dry, wet, snow, ice. Great performance during all conditions except maybe the ice. Very comfortable and quiet. Surprisingly good handling given it is nordic type (soft compound) of the winter tires. Overall very satisfied. Would deffinately buy it again.

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November 25, 2022

Volkswagen Passat B8 2.0 TDI 240hp 4Motion (225/45 R18) on a combination of roads for 27,962 spirited miles

The dry and wet grip is pretty average compare to my summer tire (245 40 19 PZ4) but certainly way better than my studded tires. It works pretty well on ice and stuff but on heavy snow, it might aquaplane a little bit? I usually get a bit of wheel spin when I accelerate hard but other than that it works ok. The wet brake is not very ideal tho. I found this tire pretty quiet. I think it's rated at 67 dB or something which is very good. I drove around 45000km on it and still get 5mm of thread left. In conclusion even tho it's not the best one in the market, it works quite well as a winter tire. I will purchase again just for the quietness.

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November 10, 2021

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