Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ review
Relative score 60% tests + 40% owners
Better than 94% of the winter tires we score.
Owners 80 · 20 reviews analysed Road tests 78 · 11 tests
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Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ has a Relative Score of 78 out of 100 among winter tires. In 25 road tests with an overall ranking it finished first 5 times and in the top three 16 times. Testers rate it best for wet (87) and weakest for noise (55). 20 owner reviews rate it 80 out of 100. 95% would buy it again.
Projected tread life in 4 wear tests: about 44,000 km (27,000 miles) on average, newest 2023.
- Strength: Wet 87 — 1st of 11 (2019 19 Inch Performance Winter tire Test), 1st of 20 (2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch tire Test)
- Strength: Snow 87 — 1st of 20 (2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter tire Test), 1st of 11 (2019 19 Inch Performance Winter tire Test)
- Weak point: Noise 55 — 12th of 13 (2021 Auto Bild Sports Car Winter tire Test), 8th of 11 (2019 19 Inch Performance Winter tire Test)
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews found online; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
How scores work
- Relative score
- 0–100. Blends road tests (60%) and owner reviews (40%) category by category, the same way on every TireWheelGuide page. With only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from it, so the score stays closer to average. It needs at least one road test or five owner reviews.
- Road tests
- 0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
- Owner reviews
- 0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.
By owner reviews
80/100From 20 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.
By road tests
78/100Scaled across every tested tire: the average gets 70, the best 100.
What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 20 owner reviews found online.
Reviewers largely praise the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ as a confident, well-rounded performance winter tire, with strong wet grip, capable snow traction and unusually sporty handling for its category. Noise, ice performance and dry or cornering precision draw some criticism, and a few owners report uneven wear, but overall impressions are highly favorable.
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
- Generally comfortable ride and, for many owners, low noise, with some favorably comparing it to Pirelli, Continental and Bridgestone rubber
- Good longevity reported by several users, including tread that is almost unchanged after a winter and a tire at 65% condition after roughly four years of use
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
- Soft, flexible feel with noticeable tire roll, which is typical of winter tires
- Wet braking and speed limits require caution, according to one owner
Worth knowing
- Rear-wheel-drive and performance BMWs (335i, 3 Series, Alpina D3) feature prominently, with owners praising wet grip, snow traction and cold-weather confidence. Noise complaints also come from BMW drivers, including those with frameless doors.
- An Alpina D3 AWD owner reported the rear tires wearing about twice as fast as the fronts, requiring yearly rear replacement versus roughly two years for the fronts.
- Owners of a Seat Ibiza CUPRA in 215/40R17 87V XL, and run-flat versions on other cars, reported excellent grip and good comfort. A Volvo XC90 I owner reported strong snow and steep-slope performance over three winters, and an 18-inch size was praised for wear, handling and feedback.
25 published test appearances (11 in the score)
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2025 Autobild Winter Tire Test R18 · 245/40R18
6th of 11
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Bild
2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter tire Test · 225/45 R17
3rd of 15
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 13th of 15 | |
| Dry Braking | 11th of 15 | |
| Snow Braking | 5th of 15 | |
| Snow Traction | 6th of 15 | |
| Ice Braking | 7th of 15 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 8th of 15 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 4th of 15 | |
| Noise | 10th of 15 | |
| Value | 12th of 15 | |
| Wear | 6th of 15 | |
| Fuel Consumption | 4th of 15 | |
| Abrasion | 6th of 15 |
Source: ADAC
2022 Auto Bild Winter tire Test · 215/55 R17
3rd of 20
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 8th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 16th of 20 | |
| Snow Braking | 3rd of 20 | |
| Snow Traction | 6th of 20 | |
| Snow Handling | 5th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 6th of 20 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 10th of 20 | |
| Noise | 10th of 20 | |
| Value | 11th of 20 | |
| Price | 12th of 20 | |
| Wear | 9th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 8th of 20 |
Source: Auto Bild
2022 Winter tire Market Overview · 215/55 R17
4th of 56
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 9th of 56 | |
| Snow Braking | 2nd of 56 |
Source: Auto Bild
2022 ADAC SUV Winter tire Test - 215/60 R16 · 215/60 R16
3rd of 17
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: ADAC
2021 Auto Bild Sports Car Winter tire Test · 245/40 R18
6th of 13
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 8th of 13 | |
| Wet Handling | 10th of 13 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 13 | |
| Dry Handling | 13th of 13 | |
| Snow Braking | 6th of 13 | |
| Snow Traction | 4th of 13 | |
| Snow Handling | 6th of 13 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 13 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 9th of 13 | |
| Noise | 12th of 13 | |
| Price | 10th of 13 |
Source: Auto Bild Sportscars
2021 Auto Express Winter tire Test · 225/45 R17
5th of 8
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Express
2021 ADAC 17 Inch Winter tire Test · 225/50 R17
3rd of 18
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: ADAC
2021 TÜV SÜD Winter Tire Test R17 · 225/45R17
3rd of 6
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: TÜV SÜD
2020 Auto Express Winter tire Test · 205/55 R16
6th of 9
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Express
2020 ACE Winter tire Test · 225/50 R17
3rd of 9
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: ACE
2020 Auto Bild SUV Winter tire Test · 225/55 R17
1st of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 7th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 5th of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 3rd of 10 | |
| Snow Traction | 2nd of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 6th of 10 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 7th of 10 | |
| Noise | 7th of 10 |
Source: Auto Bild
2020 ADAC Winter tire Test - 235/55 R17 · 235/55 R17
3rd of 13
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: ADAC
2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter tire Test · 245/45 R18
3rd of 20
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 9th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 10th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 12th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 20 | |
| Snow Braking | 8th of 20 | |
| Snow Traction | 1st of 20 | |
| Snow Handling | 2nd of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 6th of 20 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 4th of 20 | |
| Noise | 14th of 20 | |
| Value | 12th of 20 | |
| Wear | 10th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 9th of 20 |
Source: Auto Bild
2020 Winter tire Market Overview - 52 tire Braking Test · 245/45 R18
9th of 48
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 10th of 48 | |
| Snow Braking | 7th of 48 |
Source: Auto Bild
2020 Auto Motor und Sport Winter Tire Test R17 · 225/50R17
5th of 10
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Motor und Sport
2020 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test R18 · 225/40R18
4th of 12
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Bild
2020 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tire Test R18 · 225/40R18
4th of 12
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Bild Sportscars
2020 Auto Bild Allrad Studless Winter Tire Test R17 · 225/55R17
1st of 10
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Bild Allrad
2019 19 Inch Performance Winter tire Test · 255/35 R19
1st of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 1st of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 8th of 11 | |
| Snow Braking | 1st of 11 | |
| Snow Handling | 4th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 11 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 1st of 11 | |
| Noise | 8th of 11 | |
| Price | 9th of 11 |
Source: Auto Bild Sportscars
2019 Auto Express Winter tire Test · 225/45 R17
1st of 12
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Express
2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch tire Test · 225/45 R17
2nd of 20
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 11th of 20 | |
| Snow Braking | 5th of 20 | |
| Snow Handling | 7th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 12th of 20 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 4th of 20 | |
| Noise | 8th of 20 | |
| Value | 14th of 20 | |
| Price | 17th of 20 | |
| Wear | 4th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 16th of 20 |
Source: Auto Bild
2019 Winter tire Test Market Overview · 225/45 R17
2nd of 47
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 47 | |
| Snow Braking | 7th of 47 |
Source: Auto Bild
2019 AMS Winter SUV tire Test · 215/55 R17
1st of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 11th of 11 | |
| Snow Braking | 2nd of 11 | |
| Snow Handling | 1st of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 11 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 3rd of 11 | |
| Dry Handling (tester's mark) | 9th of 11 | |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | 7th of 11 | |
| Wet Handling (tester's mark) | 4th of 11 | |
| Noise | 7th of 11 | |
| Price | 9th of 11 | |
| Snow Handling (tester's mark) | 1st of 11 |
Source: Auto Motor und Sport
2019 Sport Auto Winter Tire Test R18 · 235/40R18
3rd of 6
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Sport Auto
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| EU label: wet grip | B in 75% of sizes |
| EU label: energy | C in 58% of sizes |
| EU label: external noise | 69–74 dB |
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