Tests 75 · 5 tests Owners 79 · 6 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 16 in 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test (ice braking)
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Goodyear UltraGrip 9+ 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 5 + 11 road tests and 6 + 20 owner reviews. How we score
UltraGrip Performance+ leads, 78–76 Narrow edge
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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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67
Dry
UltraGrip Performance+ +572Why this score
Source UltraGrip 9+ UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 4 / 8 tests 60 71 Reviews found online 79 74 UltraGrip 9+: 60% × 59.8 + 40% × 78.8 = 67
UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 70.8 + 40% × 73.7 = 72
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85
Wet
UltraGrip Performance+ +186Why this score
Source UltraGrip 9+ UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 5 / 11 tests 86 87 Reviews found online 83 84 UltraGrip 9+: 60% × 86.3 + 40% × 83.1 = 85
UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 86.8 + 40% × 83.7 = 86
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80
Snow
UltraGrip Performance+ +484Why this score
Source UltraGrip 9+ UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 5 / 11 tests 85 87 Reviews found online 74 79 UltraGrip 9+: 60% × 84.7 + 40% × 73.7 = 80
UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 86.7 + 40% × 79.1 = 84
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75
Comfort
UltraGrip Performance+ +277Why this score
Source UltraGrip 9+ UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 1 tests 76 72 Reviews found online 74 80 UltraGrip 9+: 40% × 75.7 + 60% × 74 = 75
UltraGrip Performance+: 40% × 72.1 + 60% × 80.4 = 77
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69
Noise
UltraGrip 9+ +1059Why this score
Source UltraGrip 9+ UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 3 / 8 tests 71 55 Reviews found online ≈ 66 (est.) ≈ 66 (est.) UltraGrip 9+: 60% × 70.5 + 40% × 66.3 (est.) = 69
UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 54.7 + 40% × 66.3 (est.) = 59
No owner ratings of noise for UltraGrip 9+ 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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76
Treadwear
UltraGrip Performance+ +177Why this score
Source UltraGrip 9+ UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 2 / 4 tests 72 74 Reviews found online 82 82 UltraGrip 9+: 60% × 71.5 + 40% × 81.6 = 76
UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 74 + 40% × 81.5 = 77
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74
Handling (owners)
UltraGrip Performance+ +781Why this score
Source UltraGrip 9+ UltraGrip Performance+ Reviews found online 74 81 -
78
Efficiency
UltraGrip 9+ +177Why this score
Source UltraGrip 9+ UltraGrip Performance+ Professional tests (TWG score) · 4 / 8 tests 78 77
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear UltraGrip 9+ | Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 78 |
| Dry | 67 | 72 |
| Wet | 85 | 86 |
| Snow | 80 | 84 |
| Comfort | 75 | 77 |
| Noise | 69 | 59 |
| Treadwear | 76 | 77 |
| Handling (owners) | 74 | 81 |
| Efficiency | 78 | 77 |
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Headline score
76
/ 100
UltraGrip 9+
78
/ 100
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 | UltraGrip 9+ | UltraGrip Performance+ | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 92% #13/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 95% #11/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% #9/10 · 2021 AMS Winter Tyre Test | 98% #16/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Dry Handling (tester's mark) | Dry | 80% #5/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test | 80% #9/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Curved Aquaplaning | Wet | 97% #4/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 94% #4/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 98% #2/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 91% #8/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 95% #4/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 84% #13/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 99% #3/10 · 2021 AMS Winter Tyre Test | 99% #6/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Handling (tester's mark) | Wet | 50% #7/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test | 100% #4/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Ice Braking | Snow | 100% #1/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 97% #7/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 100% #2/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 98% #5/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 97% #4/10 · 2021 AMS Winter Tyre Test | 98% #5/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Snow Handling (tester's mark) | Snow | 90% #3/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 97% #7/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 97% #6/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | Comfort | 100% #2/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test | 90% #7/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Noise | Noise | 99% #5/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 97% #10/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Abrasion | Treadwear | 69% #11/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 84% #6/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wear | Treadwear | 78% #6/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 85% #6/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Fuel Consumption | Efficiency | 98% #3/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 98% #4/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 96% #2/10 · 2021 AMS 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 | 77% #4/10 · 2021 AMS Winter Tyre Test | 72% #12/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Cost | #7/20 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | #8/20 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Value | Cost | 79% #10/20 · 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 56% #12/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #3/16 2023 ADAC 16 Inch 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 UltraGrip 9+
Pros
- Strong cold-weather and wet grip, with one owner describing wet grip at 0–10°C as feeling as sure-footed as in the dry
- Capable snow and ice performance in the conditions reported, including hill climbs past stranded vehicles and handling of icy rural roads
- Comfortable and quiet on the road, with some noise noted only on concrete surfaces; one reviewer found it quieter than a Nokian WRD4
Cons
- Long-term durability is largely unproven, as reviewers had covered only about 1,000 to 8,000 km and several said it was too early to judge wear
- Snow and ice performance was not tested extensively, since mild winters or limited exposure meant some owners could not comment on severe conditions
- Snow traction was reported as not matching a Nokian WRD4 in one second-hand comparison
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 UltraGrip 9+ | B · Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter | Winter |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 19 | 88 |
| Rim diameters | 14″ – 16″ | 15″ – 22″ |
| Sizes in common | 1 | 1 |
Which one should you actually buy?
76
/ 100
Goodyear UltraGrip 9+
78
/ 100
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+
Narrow edge: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ — better handling, dry and snow. Pick the Goodyear UltraGrip 9+ if noise matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Goodyear UltraGrip 9+ scores 69 vs 59 on noise.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ scores 81 vs 74 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ scores 72 vs 67 on dry.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ scores 84 vs 80 on snow.
Tire A · Goodyear UltraGrip 9+
Tire B · Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+
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UltraGrip 9+ or UltraGrip Performance+?
Which is better in the wet, UltraGrip 9+ or UltraGrip Performance+?
Neither, by our numbers: 85 vs 86 on the wet score, within 3 points.
Which grips better on dry roads, UltraGrip 9+ or UltraGrip Performance+?
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+, 72 vs 67 on our dry score.
Which is better in snow, UltraGrip 9+ or UltraGrip Performance+?
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+, 84 vs 80 on our snow score.
Which is quieter, UltraGrip 9+ or UltraGrip Performance+?
Goodyear UltraGrip 9+, 69 vs 59 on our noise score.
Which is more comfortable, UltraGrip 9+ or UltraGrip Performance+?
Neither, by our numbers: 75 vs 77 on the comfort score, within 3 points.
Which lasts longer, UltraGrip 9+ or UltraGrip Performance+?
Neither, by our numbers: 76 vs 77 on the treadwear score, within 3 points.
Which rolls more easily, UltraGrip 9+ or UltraGrip Performance+?
Neither, by our numbers: 78 vs 77 on the efficiency score, within 3 points.
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