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Vredestein Ultrac+

Premium Touring Summer Tested by Tyre Reviews

The Vredestein Ultrac+ is a premium touring summer tyre that comes across as a confident all-rounder, particularly in heavy rain. Real-world drivers consistently praise its wet-weather security, comfortable ride and generally low noise, while also highlighting strong value for money. Professional testing broadly supports its strong aquaplaning resistance, but is more critical of braking performance and longevity, which can drag its overall standings down depending on size and test focus.

The quick answer

Owners say 83% from 8 owner reviews 71% would buy again Read the reviews
Tests say 8th average finish across 4 independent tests Latest: P9 of 9 · 2026 See every test
Strengths & weaknesses Comfort, Wet Value Relative to its rivals across every test we hold

Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tyre - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated September 2026.

  • 8owner reviews
  • 35,000miles driven
  • 4professional tests
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Tyre Reviews Score

Vredestein Ultrac+

8.4/10

Better than 75% of summer tyres

  • High Confidence
  • 5 tests
  • 8 owner reviews
Scores of the 406 summer tyres we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests5 tests · 5 publications · 2025-2026 73% 86%
Owner reviews8 owner reviews · rated 83% 91% 14%
Combined 75% 8.4

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Category by category

How it compares with other summer tyres in each area, and how much each area counts. 50 is the middle of the group.

Category Better than Weight Tests
WetBraking, handling and aquaplaning in the wet 74% 44% 5
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 60% 40% 5
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 53% 9% 5
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 92% 7% 4

Weights are shares of the test result. Owner reviews are blended in afterwards.

By discipline

The same results grouped by what the tyre was doing. They are not counted a second time.

BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 74% 5
HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface 58% 4

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 97% of the test figure. The other 3% is the average for its group, and it shrinks as more tests arrive.

High needs at least 3 tests, with its own results deciding 90% or more. Medium needs 2 tests and 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as tests arrive.

The tests behind it

  1. 2026 2026 Motor Summer Tyre Test Motor · 225/45 R17 P9 / 9
  2. 2026 2026 Summer ECO Tyre Test Sport Auto · 195/55 R16 P2 / 8
  3. 2026 The BEST Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested and Rated Tyre Reviews · 225/45 R17 P10 / 12
  4. 2026 2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test ADAC · 225/50 R17 P12 / 16
  5. 2025 2025 Auto Express All Season Tyre Test Auto Express · 225/45 R17 P8 / 8
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Tested 4 times by independent publications, the Vredestein Ultrac+ averages a finish of 8th.

4 Tests
0 Test Wins
8th Average
2nd Best
12th Worst
Finishing position in each test1stLast20262026

Finishing position in each test

The latest test

2026 Motor Summer Tyre Test P9 of 9

The Vredestein Ultrac+ finishes last but still provides acceptable safety. Its wet performance is inconsistent - aquaplaning resistance is respectable, but lateral grip and wet braking distance are the weakest in the group. Dry performance is also below the rest of the field. Rolling resistance is at a reasonable level.

Weak: Dry Braking, Dry Handling, Subj. Dry Handling, Wet Braking Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7

YearTestResultAward
20262026 Motor Summer Tyre TestMotor · 225/45 R17P9 / 9
20262026 Summer ECO Tyre TestSport Auto · 195/55 R16P2 / 8sehr gut (Very Good)
2026The BEST Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested and RatedTyre Reviews · 225/45 R17P10 / 12Tested by Tyre Reviews
20262026 ADAC Summer Tyre TestADAC · 225/50 R17P12 / 16

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Size Range57 sizes available

175-255Width40-70Profile15-20Rim75-112 H-YLoad/Speed Index2024First On Market

EU LabelAcross 57 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

69-70dB

Popular sizes185/60 R15225/50 R17225/60 R18215/55 R17205/55 R16235/60 R18
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Vredestein Ultrac+ in the wet?
Across the 5 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Vredestein Ultrac+ stops 1% longer than premium rivals, 1.7% shorter than mid-range rivals and 4.2% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews wet score of 74/100, and owners rate it 9.1/10 in the wet from 8 reviews.
How good is the Vredestein Ultrac+ in the dry?
Across the 5 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Vredestein Ultrac+ stops 0.4% longer than premium rivals, 0.9% shorter than mid-range rivals and 5.3% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews dry score of 60/100, and owners rate it 8.9/10 in the dry from 8 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Vredestein Ultrac+?
Across the 4 tests measuring rolling resistance, the Vredestein Ultrac+'s rolling resistance is 2.4% higher than premium rivals, 0.7% higher than mid-range rivals and 16.1% lower than budget rivals.
How many miles does the Vredestein Ultrac+ last?
Based on test and owner data, the Vredestein Ultrac+ is expected to last around 19,014 miles (30,600 km).
What do owners say about the Vredestein Ultrac+?
Across 8 owner ratings the Vredestein Ultrac+ averages 83%. Owners rate Wet Grip highest at 9.1 out of 10 and Wear lowest at 7.7. 1 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 88% of owners score it 70% or better.
More questions about the Vredestein Ultrac+ (5)
What is the Vredestein Ultrac+'s EU tyre label rating?
Across its range, the Vredestein Ultrac+ most commonly carries EU label ratings of B for fuel efficiency, A for wet grip and 69 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Vredestein Ultrac+?
Owners rate the Vredestein Ultrac+ 8.5 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 8 reviews.
How well do the Vredestein Ultrac+ wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Vredestein Ultrac+ 7.7 out of 10 for wear across 8 reviews. 1 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 2,250 miles.
Would owners buy the Vredestein Ultrac+ again?
71% of owners say they would buy the Vredestein Ultrac+ again, based on the 7 owner reviews that answered the question. 57% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What sizes does the Vredestein Ultrac+ come in?
The Vredestein Ultrac+ is available in 86 sizes, ranging from 175-255/40-70 R15-20.
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Vredestein Ultrac+ Owner Reviews

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What owners say summarised from 7 reviews

Across seven reviews, the Vredestein Ultrac+ is described as a strong all-rounder with standout wet-weather security, including very high confidence in heavy rain and good resistance to aquaplaning. Drivers also commonly praise its comfortable ride, generally low cabin noise, and precise, planted handling/steering. Value for money is repeatedly highlighted as a major strength. A smaller subset of users report slightly worse fuel economy/rolling resistance versus some alternatives, and isolated feedback notes higher noise at high motorway speeds on coarse surfaces.

What owners mention most counted across 8 reviews

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Owner ratings averaged from 8 ratings

  • Owner score 83%
  • Wet Grip 91%
  • Dry Grip 89%
  • Comfort 85%
  • Road Feedback 79%
  • Handling 79%
  • Wear 77%

Featured reviews

Most helpful 86%

“Changed from Pirelli All Season Plus to Ultrac+ this year, had no issues going at my car's Vmax in heavy rain on a highway. They are much quieter than All Season Pirellis, the noise is mainly a low hum, which is nicer...”

  • Honda CRV
  • 500 miles
Read full review → 1,131 found this helpful
Most critical 68%

“Initial thought on these on my little eco box Polo 6R. Wanted something good in the wet and never owned Vredstein so gave it a go. Quiet and comfy overall, grippy in the dry. In wet haven't had the change to test much...”

  • Volkswagen Polo 6R 1.6 Tdi Bluemotion
  • 2,000 miles
Read full review → 434 found this helpful
Longest term 90%

“I xannot recommend these vrederstein tyres higly enough. On safety ,fuel economy and dry and wet weather handling and safety . If they have any weakness it would be on tred wear. But at 90 pounds a tyre i wil never...”

  • Skoda Fabia 1.2
  • 20,000 miles
Read full review → 9 found this helpful

All 8 Vredestein Ultrac+ reviews

Score spread across 8 written reviews
90%
Member
Initial Impressions

I xannot recommend these vrederstein tyres higly enough. On safety ,fuel economy and dry and wet weather handling and safety . If they have any weakness it would be on tred wear. But at 90 pounds a tyre i wil never drive on anything else.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 9
100%
Velichko
Initial Impressions

I bought mine in April with a new 2026 DOT.
I wanted quality tyres, that can handle everyday driving, but also fantastic grip when needed for some sporty driving.
The wet grip is phenomenal and the tyres do not let go, even when it is pouring outside. The stopping distance is fantastic and so far, I am pleased with it.
Dry grip is great and I kind of expected it.

So far I have driven on mountain roads with lots of rain, during the heat waves, highway and ofcourse the city and I am as pleased, as I can be.
Highly recommend them.

Fantastic all-rounder.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 48
73%
NRG
Initial Impressions
I looked for silent tyres, but they are far away from my expectations. They are much louder than my Hankook Winter i*cept iON X (IW01A). Acceptable noise at 90 km/h, but loud on Lithuanian highways at 130 km/h. Maybe it is just the car with weak insulation. The driving properties in contrast are fine, comfort is good. I drove on rainy highway at 130 km/h without problems.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 7
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 5
Helpful 82

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84%
Member
Initial Impressions
Not a race driving, but steering was ultra sharp and precise, was quite surprised how car reacts to even tiniest maneuver. It's also very quiet. At this price here in Poland, I couldn't find anything better.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 142
89%
fuji1978
Initial Impressions
As a family car guy with a heavy PHEV (almost 2 tons), I was looking for tires that are genuinely good in the rain, quiet, comfortable on our crappy roads, and don't cost a fortune – since I only do about 5–8 000 km per year on my private car.
Most of the time I drive the company car on Continentals (which makes sense with 80k km/year), but for the private Optima I wanted something sensible.
After some research I went for Vredestein Ultrac+ XL 215/55 R17 98Y.
Short verdict: I'm very pleasantly surprised – these are excellent tires for the money.

Rain performance – really top class. I tested them hard in heavy downpours on the highway at 110 km/h – zero aquaplaning feeling, zero twitchiness during overtaking, they just hold the line like they're glued. Much more confidence-inspiring than my previous Dunlop Sport Maxx RT2 in really bad weather.
Noise & comfort – massive improvement. The Dunlops were quite hard and transmitted every single pebble and expansion joint straight into the cabin. The Vredesteins have a noticeably softer sidewall (thanks to the taller profile and construction), so they filter bumps much better. Cabin is now properly quiet even at highway speeds.
Grip & handling – they sit very planted, steering feels precise, no drama on wet corners or sudden lane changes.
Price – paid ~93–94 € per tire, so ~375 € for the set. For that money getting this level of wet safety + comfort is a steal compared to 120–130 € Continentals or Michelins.

Slightly higher rolling resistance (B label) than some premium EV-optimized tires (A label), so probably 1–2% more consumption on battery mode – but with my low mileage it's completely negligible.
Wear will probably be average (not as long-lasting as Primacy 5), but again – at 5–8k km/year this set will last 5–7 years easily.

If you have a heavy family PHEV/SUV, drive mostly in Central Europe (lots of rain, average roads), don't do crazy mileage and don't want to overpay for a badge – Vredestein Ultrac+ is currently one of the smartest buys in this size. For me personally – best value tire I've had in years.
Would buy again without hesitation.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 156
68%
Member
Initial thought on these on my little eco box Polo 6R. Wanted something good in the wet and never owned Vredstein so gave it a go.
Quiet and comfy overall, grippy in the dry. In wet haven't had the change to test much but seems stable and grippy.
They look deflated even in XL in my dimension so I inflated do +0.2 bar.
Not impressed nor disappointed for now.
But surely better that anything most people are buying these days - the brands I've never heard of in my life :/
I actually replaced these from Kenda (China) that came with the car.
Even though new I'm not driving a tyre that says made in china - even though only 1 year old and looks new - they span me out in the wet couple of times that I was shocked and instantly took them off for a EU known brand in the mid range like Vredstein.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 6
  • Handling 5
  • Comfort 6
Helpful 434
86%
Member
  • Honda CRV
  • 225/60 R18
  • 500 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Spirited
Changed from Pirelli All Season Plus to Ultrac+ this year, had no issues going at my car's Vmax in heavy rain on a highway.
They are much quieter than All Season Pirellis, the noise is mainly a low hum, which is nicer to the ear than the alternatives.
I feel more comfortable when cornering at speed with them. Been driving some forest/field roads and they held up nicely. The tread doesn't seem as deep as other brands, will update how things are looking after 10k km.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 7
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 1,131
70%
Member
I replaced Goodyear eagle F1 asy 6 with the latest ultrac + as I wanted a less sporty and comfortable tyre. Even though they have same rating C for economy A for wet grip and 69 for noise there was a instant drop in fuel economy and I had to run 4 psi higher tyre pressures to get close to the goodyears economy and that has wiped out the supposed comfort from these tyres. Noise maybe a little less on harsher road surfaces but little difference on quieter roads I've waited 3,000 miles to review and am a little disappointed.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 7
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 4
Helpful 930
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