Tests 80 · 25 tests Owners 80 · 9 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 55 in 2024 Winter 55 Tyre Braking Test (wet braking)
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Bridgestone Blizzak 6 vs Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 — Compared
Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 25 + 35 road tests and 9 + 15 owner reviews. How we score
Ultra Grip Performance 3 is ahead, 85–80
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Tests 89 · 35 tests Owners 82 · 15 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 51 in 2025 Winter Tyre Braking Test - 52 Sets! (wet braking)
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
Key facts
- In 22 tests that measured wet braking for both, Blizzak 6 won 11 and Ultra Grip Performance 3 won 10 (average 96% vs 96% of the best).
- In 22 tests that measured snow braking for both, Blizzak 6 won 8 and Ultra Grip Performance 3 won 10 (average 97% vs 97% of the best).
- In 19 tests that measured dry braking for both, Blizzak 6 won 3 and Ultra Grip Performance 3 won 15 (average 96% vs 97% of the best).
- In 18 tests that measured straight aquaplaning for both, Blizzak 6 won 7 and Ultra Grip Performance 3 won 10 (average 95% vs 96% of the best).
- In 17 tests that measured snow traction for both, Blizzak 6 won 5 and Ultra Grip Performance 3 won 11 (average 96% vs 98% of the best).
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79
Dry
Ultra Grip Performance 3 +281Why this score
Source Blizzak 6 Ultra Grip Performance 3 Professional tests (TWG score) · 20 / 28 tests 77 81 Reviews found online 83 80 Dry Braking (% of best) · 19 shared tests · wins 3–15 96% 97% Dry Handling (% of best) · 13 shared tests · wins 9–4 99% 99% Dry Lane Change (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–0 97% 97% Dry Handling (tester's mark) (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 1–1 93% 93% Blizzak 6: 60% × 76.7 + 40% × 82.6 = 79
Ultra Grip Performance 3: 60% × 81.3 + 40% × 80.3 = 81
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90
Wet
Ultra Grip Performance 3 +393Why this score
Source Blizzak 6 Ultra Grip Performance 3 Professional tests (TWG score) · 25 / 35 tests 93 98 Reviews found online 86 86 Curved Aquaplaning (% of best) · 11 shared tests · wins 5–6 89% 88% Straight Aquaplaning (% of best) · 18 shared tests · wins 7–10 95% 96% Wet Handling (tester's mark) (% of best) · 3 shared tests · wins 1–1 88% 94% Wet Braking (% of best) · 22 shared tests · wins 11–10 96% 96% Wet Braking (concrete) (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 2–0 100% 98% Wet Circle (% of best) · 7 shared tests · wins 0–7 97% 99% Wet Handling (% of best) · 15 shared tests · wins 2–12 98% 99% Blizzak 6: 60% × 93.3 + 40% × 86.1 = 90
Ultra Grip Performance 3: 60% × 97.6 + 40% × 85.8 = 93
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80
Snow
Ultra Grip Performance 3 +383Why this score
Source Blizzak 6 Ultra Grip Performance 3 Professional tests (TWG score) · 24 / 34 tests 81 84 Reviews found online 78 81 Ice Braking (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 2–0 93% 90% Snow Braking (% of best) · 22 shared tests · wins 8–10 97% 97% Snow Handling (% of best) · 15 shared tests · wins 4–11 98% 99% Snow Slalom (% of best) · 4 shared tests · wins 1–3 98% 100% Snow Traction (% of best) · 17 shared tests · wins 5–11 96% 98% Ice Handling (tester's mark) (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–0 40% 40% Snow Handling (tester's mark) (% of best) · 3 shared tests · wins 0–3 64% 87% Blizzak 6: 60% × 80.6 + 40% × 77.9 = 80
Ultra Grip Performance 3: 60% × 84.3 + 40% × 81 = 83
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82
Comfort
Ultra Grip Performance 3 +688Why this score
Source Blizzak 6 Ultra Grip Performance 3 Professional tests (TWG score) · 8 / 9 tests 87 100 Reviews found online 78 81 Comfort (tester's mark) (% of best) · 8 shared tests · wins 1–5 88% 93% Blizzak 6: 40% × 87.3 + 60% × 77.8 = 82
Ultra Grip Performance 3: 40% × 100 + 60% × 80.8 = 88
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57
Noise
Ultra Grip Performance 3 +2178Why this score
Source Blizzak 6 Ultra Grip Performance 3 Professional tests (TWG score) · 17 / 24 tests 51 85 Reviews found online ≈ 66 (est.) ≈ 66 (est.) Noise (% of best) · 16 shared tests · wins 3–13 98% 99% Blizzak 6: 60% × 51.3 + 40% × 66.4 (est.) = 57
Ultra Grip Performance 3: 60% × 85.2 + 40% × 66.4 (est.) = 78
No owner ratings of noise for Blizzak 6 or Ultra Grip Performance 3. The owner half is the owners’ average (66): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests, so the tests say nothing about how owners would rate it.
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76
Treadwear
Ultra Grip Performance 3 +1187Why this score
Source Blizzak 6 Ultra Grip Performance 3 Professional tests (TWG score) · 7 / 11 tests 77 90 Reviews found online 75 83 Abrasion (% of best) · 3 shared tests · wins 0–3 76% 91% Wear (% of best) · 7 shared tests · wins 0–6 84% 96% Blizzak 6: 60% × 76.8 + 40% × 75.4 = 76
Ultra Grip Performance 3: 60% × 89.6 + 40% × 82.6 = 87
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83
Handling (owners)
Blizzak 6 +281Why this score
Source Blizzak 6 Ultra Grip Performance 3 Reviews found online 83 81 -
82
Efficiency
Blizzak 6 +1270Why this score
Source Blizzak 6 Ultra Grip Performance 3 Professional tests (TWG score) · 19 / 27 tests 82 70 Fuel Consumption (% of best) · 3 shared tests · wins 0–1 95% 95% Rolling Resistance (% of best) · 16 shared tests · wins 11–3 95% 90%
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak 6 | Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 |
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| Relative Score | 80 | 85 |
| Dry | 79 | 81 |
| Wet | 90 | 93 |
| Snow | 80 | 83 |
| Comfort | 82 | 88 |
| Noise | 57 | 78 |
| Treadwear | 76 | 87 |
| Handling (owners) | 83 | 81 |
| Efficiency | 82 | 70 |
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Headline score
80
/ 100
Blizzak 6
85
/ 100
Ultra Grip Performance 3
The professional test results behind the scores
Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.
In the overall rankings of 24 tests that ran both, Bridgestone Blizzak 6 finished ahead 7 times and Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 16 times.
| Discipline | Category | Blizzak 6 | Ultra Grip Performance 3 | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 96% | 97% | −1.6 | 3–15 in 19 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 99% | 99% | +0.5 | 9–4 in 13 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
| Dry Handling (tester's mark) | Dry | 93% | 93% | +0.5 | 1–1 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2026 Sport Auto Winter Tyre Test · 205/45 R 17 |
| Dry Lane Change | Dry | 97% | 97% | 0.0 | 0–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tyre Test · 235/45 R18 |
| Curved Aquaplaning | Wet | 89% | 88% | +0.9 | 5–6 in 11 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 95% | 96% | −0.8 | 7–10 in 18 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 96% | 96% | −0.2 | 11–10 in 22 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
| Wet Braking (concrete) | Wet | 100% | 98% | +1.4 | 2–0 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 · 225/50 R17 |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 97% | 99% | −1.5 | 0–7 in 7 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 98% | 99% | −1.2 | 2–12 in 15 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
| Wet Handling (tester's mark) | Wet | 88% | 94% | −6.3 | 1–1 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2026 Sport Auto Winter Tyre Test · 205/45 R 17 |
| Ice Braking | Snow | 93% | 90% | +3.4 | 2–0 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 · 225/50 R17 |
| Ice Handling (tester's mark) | Snow | 40% | 40% | 0.0 | 0–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tyre Test · 235/45 R18 |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 97% | 97% | −0.7 | 8–10 in 22 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 98% | 99% | −1.2 | 4–11 in 15 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
| Snow Handling (tester's mark) | Snow | 64% | 87% | −23.0 | 0–3 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2026 Sport Auto Winter Tyre Test · 205/45 R 17 |
| Snow Slalom | Snow | 98% | 100% | −1.9 | 1–3 in 4 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 96% | 98% | −1.3 | 5–11 in 17 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | Comfort | 88% | 93% | −4.7 | 1–5 in 8 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
| Noise | Noise | 98% | 99% | −1.6 | 3–13 in 16 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
| Abrasion | Treadwear | 76% | 91% | −15.4 | 0–3 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 · 225/50 R17 |
| Wear | Treadwear | 84% | 96% | −11.3 | 0–6 in 7 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
| Fuel Consumption | Efficiency | 95% | 95% | −0.1 | 0–1 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tyre Test · 235/45 R18 |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 95% | 90% | +5.3 | 11–3 in 16 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Total Cost of Ownership | Cost | #10/20 | #15/20 | – | 2–1 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2025 Autobild Winter Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Value | Cost | 58% | 64% | −5.9 | 0–6 in 6 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
| Road Rating (tester's mark) | Other | 100% | 70% | +30.0 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tyre Test · 235/45 R18 |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #5/20 | #5/20 | – | 7–16 in 24 shared tests Newest: 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 245/45 R19 |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A Blizzak 6
Pros
- Exceptional grip and traction on snow and ice
- Improved cornering stability compared to the Blizzak 5
- Confident handling on steep mountain roads and winter inclines
Cons
- Rapid tread wear reported by some users after limited mileage
- Numb or less communicative steering feel compared to predecessor models or stiffer alternatives like the LM005
Tire B Ultra Grip Performance 3
Pros
- Exceptional grip and predictable handling in snow and slush
- High level of ride comfort with a quiet, smooth rolling experience
- Strong wet and dry braking performance with good aquaplaning resistance
Cons
- Higher price point compared to some budget or mid-range alternatives
- Softer sidewalls can result in reduced steering feedback and minor twist during aggressive cornering
- Lateral grip may feel less suited for extremely fast driving in milder temperatures
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak 6 | B · Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter | Winter |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 192 | 172 |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | 14″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 11/32″ |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Black Side Wall - Raised Black Lettering |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | 50 - 51 psi |
| Sizes in common | 136 | 136 |
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
85
/ 100
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3
Winner: Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 — better noise, treadwear and comfort. Pick the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 if efficiency matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 scores 78 vs 57 on noise.
Pick tire A
You want lower fuel or energy use
Bridgestone Blizzak 6 scores 82 vs 70 on efficiency.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 scores 87 vs 76 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 scores 88 vs 82 on comfort.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak 6
Tire B · Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3
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Blizzak 6 or Ultra Grip Performance 3?
Which is better in the wet, Blizzak 6 or Ultra Grip Performance 3?
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3, 93 vs 90 on our wet score.
Which grips better on dry roads, Blizzak 6 or Ultra Grip Performance 3?
Neither, by our numbers: 79 vs 81 on the dry score, within 3 points.
Which is better in snow, Blizzak 6 or Ultra Grip Performance 3?
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3, 83 vs 80 on our snow score.
Which is quieter, Blizzak 6 or Ultra Grip Performance 3?
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3, 78 vs 57 on our noise score.
Which is more comfortable, Blizzak 6 or Ultra Grip Performance 3?
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3, 88 vs 82 on our comfort score.
Which lasts longer, Blizzak 6 or Ultra Grip Performance 3?
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3, 87 vs 76 on our treadwear score.
Which rolls more easily, Blizzak 6 or Ultra Grip Performance 3?
Bridgestone Blizzak 6, 82 vs 70 on our efficiency score.
How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology