Tests 89 · 35 tests Owners 82 · 15 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 51 in 2025 Winter Tyre Braking Test - 52 Sets! (wet braking)
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Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 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 35 + 11 road tests and 15 + 20 owner reviews. How we score
Ultra Grip Performance 3 is ahead, 85–79
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Tests 78 · 11 tests Owners 80 · 20 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.
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81
Dry
Ultra Grip Performance 3 +972Why this score
Source Ultra Grip Performance 3 UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 28 / 8 tests 81 71 Reviews found online 80 74 Ultra Grip Performance 3: 60% × 81.3 + 40% × 80.3 = 81
UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 70.8 + 40% × 73.8 = 72
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93
Wet
Ultra Grip Performance 3 +786Why this score
Source Ultra Grip Performance 3 UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 35 / 11 tests 98 87 Reviews found online 86 84 Ultra Grip Performance 3: 60% × 97.6 + 40% × 85.8 = 93
UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 86.8 + 40% × 83.7 = 86
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83
Snow
UltraGrip Performance+ +184Why this score
Source Ultra Grip Performance 3 UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 34 / 11 tests 84 87 Reviews found online 81 79 Ultra Grip Performance 3: 60% × 84.3 + 40% × 81 = 83
UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 86.8 + 40% × 79 = 84
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88
Comfort
Ultra Grip Performance 3 +1177Why this score
Source Ultra Grip Performance 3 UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 9 / 1 tests 100 72 Reviews found online 81 81 Ultra Grip Performance 3: 40% × 100 + 60% × 80.8 = 88
UltraGrip Performance+: 40% × 72.1 + 60% × 80.6 = 77
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78
Noise
Ultra Grip Performance 3 +1860Why this score
Source Ultra Grip Performance 3 UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 24 / 8 tests 85 55 Reviews found online ≈ 66 (est.) ≈ 66 (est.) Ultra Grip Performance 3: 60% × 85.2 + 40% × 66.4 (est.) = 78
UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 54.9 + 40% × 66.4 (est.) = 60
No owner ratings of noise for Ultra Grip Performance 3 or UltraGrip Performance+. 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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87
Treadwear
Ultra Grip Performance 3 +1077Why this score
Source Ultra Grip Performance 3 UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 11 / 4 tests 90 74 Reviews found online 83 82 Ultra Grip Performance 3: 60% × 89.6 + 40% × 82.6 = 87
UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 74 + 40% × 81.5 = 77
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81
Handling (owners)
Level81Why this score
Source Ultra Grip Performance 3 UltraGrip Performance+ Reviews found online 81 81 -
70
Efficiency
UltraGrip Performance+ +777Why this score
Source Ultra Grip Performance 3 UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 27 / 8 tests 70 77
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 | Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ |
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| Relative Score | 85 | 79 |
| Dry | 81 | 72 |
| Wet | 93 | 86 |
| Snow | 83 | 84 |
| Comfort | 88 | 77 |
| Noise | 78 | 60 |
| Treadwear | 87 | 77 |
| Handling (owners) | 81 | 81 |
| Efficiency | 70 | 77 |
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Headline score
85
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Ultra Grip Performance 3
79
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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.
| Discipline | Category | Ultra Grip Performance 3 | UltraGrip Performance+ | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 96% #6/20 · 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 95% #11/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% #16/20 · 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 98% #16/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Dry Handling (tester's mark) | Dry | 90% #2/9 · 2026 Sport Auto Winter Tyre Test | 80% #9/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Curved Aquaplaning | Wet | 88% #12/20 · 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 94% #4/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 96% #12/20 · 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 91% #8/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 87% #7/20 · 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 84% #13/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 99% #3/20 · 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 99% #6/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Handling (tester's mark) | Wet | 90% #2/9 · 2026 Sport Auto Winter Tyre Test | 100% #4/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Ice Braking | Snow | 86% #16/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | 97% #7/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 98% #12/20 · 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 98% #5/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 99% #5/20 · 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 98% #5/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Snow Handling (tester's mark) | Snow | 100% #1/9 · 2026 Sport Auto Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 97% #10/20 · 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 97% #6/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | Comfort | 98% #2/20 · 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 90% #7/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Noise | Noise | 100% #1/20 · 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 97% #10/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Abrasion | Treadwear | 82% #4/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | 84% #6/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wear | Treadwear | 100% #2/20 · 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 85% #6/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Fuel Consumption | Efficiency | 96% #1/18 · 2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tyre Test | 98% #4/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 96% #7/20 · 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 81% #6/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Price | Cost | 83% #7/9 · 2023 Sport Auto Winter Tyre Test | 72% #12/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Cost | #15/20 2025 Autobild Winter Tyre Test | #8/20 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Value | Cost | 60% #15/20 · 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 56% #12/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #5/20 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | #6/10 2025 Autobild Winter Tire Test R18 | – | Different tests |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A 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
Tire B UltraGrip Performance+
Pros
- Strong wet grip and resistance to aquaplaning, with several owners reporting confident cornering and no sliding in the rain
- Excellent snow traction, including deep snow, steep slopes, and cold temperatures down to about -30°C, with one owner describing the best lateral grip on snow they have experienced
- Sporty, stable handling for a winter tire, with good dry-road behavior and the ability to withstand spirited driving
Cons
- Noise is a concern for some owners, who describe a roar or sizzling on fast curves and a noisy ride in a BMW 3 Series
- Ice grip is mixed: one reviewer called it unsuitable for ice and another noted some slipping, though others found it adequate or very capable on icy slopes
- Less grip and sharpness than summer tires in dry and wet conditions, with one reviewer reporting unpredictable cornering and heavy understeer
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 | B · Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter | Winter |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 172 | 88 |
| Rim diameters | 14″ – 22″ | 15″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 11/32″ | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised Black Lettering | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
| Sizes in common | 63 | 63 |
Which one should you actually buy?
85
/ 100
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3
79
/ 100
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+
Winner: Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 — better noise, comfort and treadwear. Pick the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ if efficiency matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 scores 78 vs 60 on noise.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 scores 88 vs 77 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 scores 87 vs 77 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 scores 81 vs 72 on dry.
Tire A · Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3
Tire B · Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+
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Ultra Grip Performance 3 or UltraGrip Performance+?
Which is better in the wet, Ultra Grip Performance 3 or UltraGrip Performance+?
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3, 93 vs 86 on our wet score.
Which grips better on dry roads, Ultra Grip Performance 3 or UltraGrip Performance+?
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3, 81 vs 72 on our dry score.
Which is better in snow, Ultra Grip Performance 3 or UltraGrip Performance+?
Neither, by our numbers: 83 vs 84 on the snow score, within 3 points.
Which is quieter, Ultra Grip Performance 3 or UltraGrip Performance+?
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3, 78 vs 60 on our noise score.
Which is more comfortable, Ultra Grip Performance 3 or UltraGrip Performance+?
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3, 88 vs 77 on our comfort score.
Which lasts longer, Ultra Grip Performance 3 or UltraGrip Performance+?
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3, 87 vs 77 on our treadwear score.
Which rolls more easily, Ultra Grip Performance 3 or UltraGrip Performance+?
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+, 77 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