Tests 75 · 25 tests Owners 78 · 44 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 20 in 2024 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test (snow traction)
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Dunlop Winter Sport 5 vs Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ — 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 + 11 road tests and 44 + 18 owner reviews. How we score
UltraGrip Performance+ leads, 79–76 Narrow edge
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Tests 78 · 11 tests Owners 81 · 18 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 20 in 2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter Tyre Test (snow traction)
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
Key facts
- In 9 tests that measured wet braking for both, Winter Sport 5 won 3 and UltraGrip Performance+ won 6 (average 90% vs 92% of the best).
- In 9 tests that measured snow braking for both, Winter Sport 5 won 3 and UltraGrip Performance+ won 4 (average 98% vs 98% of the best).
- In 6 tests that measured dry braking for both, Winter Sport 5 won 0 and UltraGrip Performance+ won 6 (average 94% vs 96% of the best).
- In 6 tests that measured straight aquaplaning for both, Winter Sport 5 won 2 and UltraGrip Performance+ won 4 (average 94% vs 96% of the best).
- In 6 tests that measured noise for both, Winter Sport 5 won 1 and UltraGrip Performance+ won 5 (average 95% vs 97% of the best).
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69
Dry
UltraGrip Performance+ +473Why this score
Source Winter Sport 5 UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 19 / 8 tests 66 71 Reviews found online 73 76 Dry Braking (% of best) · 6 shared tests · wins 0–6 94% 96% Dry Handling (% of best) · 5 shared tests · wins 2–3 98% 98% Winter Sport 5: 60% × 66.1 + 40% × 73.3 = 69
UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 70.9 + 40% × 76.2 = 73
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84
Wet
UltraGrip Performance+ +286Why this score
Source Winter Sport 5 UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 25 / 11 tests 86 87 Reviews found online 81 85 Curved Aquaplaning (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–0 94% 94% Straight Aquaplaning (% of best) · 6 shared tests · wins 2–4 94% 96% Wet Braking (% of best) · 9 shared tests · wins 3–6 90% 92% Wet Handling (% of best) · 5 shared tests · wins 2–3 97% 98% Winter Sport 5: 60% × 86.5 + 40% × 81.1 = 84
UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 87.1 + 40% × 85.1 = 86
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83
Snow
UltraGrip Performance+ +184Why this score
Source Winter Sport 5 UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 25 / 11 tests 87 87 Reviews found online 78 80 Ice Braking (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 97% 97% Snow Braking (% of best) · 9 shared tests · wins 3–4 98% 98% Snow Handling (% of best) · 5 shared tests · wins 3–2 99% 99% Snow Traction (% of best) · 5 shared tests · wins 4–1 98% 98% Winter Sport 5: 60% × 86.7 + 40% × 78.3 = 83
UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 86.7 + 40% × 79.8 = 84
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76
Comfort
UltraGrip Performance+ +278Why this score
Source Winter Sport 5 UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 1 tests 75 72 Reviews found online 77 81 Winter Sport 5: 40% × 75.2 + 60% × 76.5 = 76
UltraGrip Performance+: 40% × 72.3 + 60% × 81.1 = 78
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33
Noise
UltraGrip Performance+ +2760Why this score
Source Winter Sport 5 UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 17 / 8 tests 11 55 Reviews found online ≈ 67 (est.) ≈ 67 (est.) Noise (% of best) · 6 shared tests · wins 1–5 95% 97% Winter Sport 5: 60% × 10.8 + 40% × 66.6 (est.) = 33
UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 55.3 + 40% × 66.6 (est.) = 60
No owner ratings of noise for Winter Sport 5 or UltraGrip Performance+. The owner half is the owners’ average (67): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests, so the tests say nothing about how owners would rate it.
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78
Treadwear
Winter Sport 5 +177Why this score
Source Winter Sport 5 UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 13 / 4 tests 78 74 Reviews found online 79 81 Abrasion (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 86% 84% Wear (% of best) · 4 shared tests · wins 3–1 88% 85% Winter Sport 5: 60% × 77.9 + 40% × 79.3 = 78
UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 73.8 + 40% × 80.7 = 77
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77
Handling (owners)
UltraGrip Performance+ +683Why this score
Source Winter Sport 5 UltraGrip Performance+ Reviews found online 77 83 -
79
Efficiency
Winter Sport 5 +376Why this score
Source Winter Sport 5 UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 18 / 8 tests 79 76 Fuel Consumption (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 100% 98% Rolling Resistance (% of best) · 5 shared tests · wins 3–2 91% 89%
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop Winter Sport 5 | Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ |
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| Relative Score | 76 | 79 |
| Dry | 69 | 73 |
| Wet | 84 | 86 |
| Snow | 83 | 84 |
| Comfort | 76 | 78 |
| Noise | 33 | 60 |
| Treadwear | 78 | 77 |
| Handling (owners) | 77 | 83 |
| Efficiency | 79 | 76 |
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Headline score
76
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Winter Sport 5
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UltraGrip Performance+
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 16 tests that ran both, Dunlop Winter Sport 5 finished ahead 4 times and Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ 12 times.
| Discipline | Category | Winter Sport 5 | UltraGrip Performance+ | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 94% | 96% | −1.8 | 0–6 in 6 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% | 98% | 0.0 | 2–3 in 5 shared tests Newest: 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 |
| Dry Handling (tester's mark) | Dry | 70% #6/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test | 80% #9/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Curved Aquaplaning | Wet | 94% | 94% | 0.0 | 0–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 94% | 96% | −1.4 | 2–4 in 6 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 90% | 92% | −2.0 | 3–6 in 9 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 97% | 98% | −0.9 | 2–3 in 5 shared tests Newest: 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 |
| Wet Handling (tester's mark) | Wet | 50% #5/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test | 100% #4/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Ice Braking | Snow | 97% | 97% | −0.5 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 98% | 98% | −0.5 | 3–4 in 9 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 99% | 99% | 0.0 | 3–2 in 5 shared tests Newest: 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 |
| Snow Handling (tester's mark) | Snow | 80% #4/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 98% | 98% | −0.1 | 4–1 in 5 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | Comfort | 90% #3/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test | 90% #7/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Noise | Noise | 95% | 97% | −1.7 | 1–5 in 6 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Abrasion | Treadwear | 86% | 84% | +1.8 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Wear | Treadwear | 88% | 85% | +2.7 | 3–1 in 4 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Fuel Consumption | Efficiency | 100% | 98% | +1.8 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 91% | 89% | +1.6 | 3–2 in 5 shared tests Newest: 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Price | Cost | 68% | 70% | −1.6 | 1–1 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Cost | #12/20 | #8/20 | – | 1–2 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 |
| Value | Cost | 68% | 68% | −0.1 | 1–3 in 4 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #5/10 | #6/10 | – | 4–12 in 16 shared tests Newest: 2025 Autobild Winter Tire Test R18 · 245/40R18 |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A Winter Sport 5
Pros
- Exceptional grip and braking performance in snow, slush, and heavy winter conditions
- Strong wet weather handling and reliable water clearance to prevent hydroplaning
- Impressive tread wear and long-term durability across multiple seasons
Cons
- Soft sidewalls can lead to a mushy or floating steering response and unstable cornering when temperatures rise above 5-10°C
- Reduced dry handling precision and longer braking distances in warmer ambient conditions
- Inadequate or missing effective rim protection despite manufacturer claims
Tire B UltraGrip Performance+
Pros
- Exceptional wet grip and low risk of aquaplaning
- Outstanding traction and lateral grip on snow
- Comfortable ride quality with manageable noise levels
Cons
- Mixed feedback regarding noise, with some users reporting a noticeable roar or sizzling sound on fast curves
- Average performance on pure ice compared to specialized ice tires
- Faster rear-axle tread wear reported on high-powered rear-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive vehicles
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop Winter Sport 5 | B · Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter | Winter |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 46 | 88 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 21″ | 15″ – 22″ |
| Sizes in common | 39 | 39 |
Which one should you actually buy?
76
/ 100
Dunlop Winter Sport 5
79
/ 100
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+
Narrow edge: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ — better noise, handling and dry. Pick the Dunlop Winter Sport 5 if efficiency matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ scores 60 vs 33 on noise.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ scores 83 vs 77 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ scores 73 vs 69 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want lower fuel or energy use
Dunlop Winter Sport 5 scores 79 vs 76 on efficiency.
Tire A · Dunlop Winter Sport 5
Tire B · Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+
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Winter Sport 5 or UltraGrip Performance+?
Which is better in the wet, Winter Sport 5 or UltraGrip Performance+?
Neither, by our numbers: 84 vs 86 on the wet score, within 3 points.
Which grips better on dry roads, Winter Sport 5 or UltraGrip Performance+?
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+, 73 vs 69 on our dry score.
Which is better in snow, Winter Sport 5 or UltraGrip Performance+?
Neither, by our numbers: 83 vs 84 on the snow score, within 3 points.
Which is quieter, Winter Sport 5 or UltraGrip Performance+?
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+, 60 vs 33 on our noise score.
Which is more comfortable, Winter Sport 5 or UltraGrip Performance+?
Neither, by our numbers: 76 vs 78 on the comfort score, within 3 points.
Which lasts longer, Winter Sport 5 or UltraGrip Performance+?
Neither, by our numbers: 78 vs 77 on the treadwear score, within 3 points.
Which rolls more easily, Winter Sport 5 or UltraGrip Performance+?
Dunlop Winter Sport 5, 79 vs 76 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