Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ - Test Results

Test Statistics

20

Tests Completed

3^rd

Average Position

1^st

Best Result

9^th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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Goodyear UltraGrip Performance Plus is a consistently top-tier winter tyre with an average overall position of 3.2 across 20 tests and multiple test wins (2019 AE, 2019 Auto Bild 19-inch, 2020 Auto Bild SUV). Its standout pattern is excellent wet and snow performance, regularly placing in the top group for wet handling/braking and snow traction/handling, often paired with strong aquaplaning resistance. Wear is generally above average, aiding value retention despite higher purchase prices.
Weaknesses center on dry performance (especially dry handling and dry braking) and elevated pricing. Noise is occasionally higher than rivals. A few recent tests (e.g., 2023 ADAC) revealed softer wet braking relative to the class leaders, but the tyre's overall balance and frequent awards keep it solidly in the highly recommended bracket.

Performance Strengths

Wet Weather Performance Strong Details
• 1st wet braking and 1st wet handling in 2019 19" Auto Bild test
• 2nd wet handling and 4th wet braking in 2019 Auto Bild 17" test
• 3rd wet handling and strong aquaplaning (2nd straight aqua) in 2019 AMS SUV test
• Top-6 wet handling and 2nd wet circle in 2022 Auto Bild (3/22 overall)
Snow Performance Strong Details
• 1st snow braking and strong snow handling (4th) in 2019 19" Auto Bild test
• 1st snow handling and 2nd snow traction in 2020 Auto Bild Performance test (3/21 overall)
• 1st snow handling and 2nd snow braking in 2019 AMS SUV test (1/11 overall)
• 2nd snow braking and 3rd snow handling in 2022 Auto Bild (3/22 overall)
Aquaplaning Resistance Strong Details
• 1st straight aquaplaning in 2019 19" Auto Bild test
• 4th straight aqua and strong curved aqua in 2019 Auto Bild 17" test
• 2nd straight aqua in 2019 AMS SUV test
• 3rd straight aqua and 2nd curved aquaplaning in 2021 Tyre Reviews test
Overall Consistency & Awards Strong Details
• Average overall position 3.2 across 20 tests
• Test wins: 2019 Auto Express (1/12), 2019 Auto Bild 19" (1/12), 2020 Auto Bild SUV (1/11)
• Regular podiums: 2022 ADAC SUV (3/17), 2020 ADAC 235/55 R17 (3/13), 2019/2020/2022 Auto Bild podiums
Wear / Longevity Moderate Details
• 4th wear (42870 km) in 2019 Auto Bild 17" (4/20, +16.4% from best)
• 6th wear (54400 km) in 2023 ADAC 17" (+15% from best)
• Mid-to-upper wear results in multiple Auto Bild tests (e.g., 2022 AB 9/20)

Performance Weaknesses

Dry Performance Strong Details
• 14th/14 dry handling in 2021 Auto Bild Sportscars
• 8th-9th/10 dry braking/handling in 2021 Tyre Reviews
• 11th/15 dry braking in 2023 ADAC 17"
• Frequent mid-pack dry braking (e.g., 13th/21 in 2020 Auto Bild Performance)
Price / Value Moderate Details
• High price positions (e.g., 17/20 in 2019 Auto Bild 17", +56.7% from best; 8/10 in 2020 Auto Bild SUV, +137% from best)
• Value scores mid-to-lower (e.g., 12/20 value in 2020 Auto Bild Performance; 11/20 value in 2022 Auto Bild)
Noise / Comfort Moderate Details
• Higher noise rankings: 12/14 in 2021 Auto Bild Sportscars (+3.7% from best), 9/10 in 2021 Tyre Reviews (+5.1% from best)
• Mid-pack noise in several tests (e.g., 7/11 2020 Auto Bild SUV; 9/21 2019 Auto Bild 17")
Recent Wet Braking Variability Minor Details
• 13/15 wet braking (+18.4% from best) in 2023 ADAC 17"
• Mid-pack wet braking in 2021-2022 tests (e.g., 9/22 in 2022 Auto Bild, 9/14 in 2021 Auto Bild Sportscars) despite strong wet handling

Performance Over Time

Test History

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2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test

2023
Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870

The GOODYEAR UltraGrip Performance+ tyre offers good steering feedback and safety reserves on dry roads, with an average braking distance earning it a good rating. On wet roads, it performs well in...

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