74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
7 professional tests
User signal (40%)
78/100
30 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental VikingContact 7 vs Goodyear UltraGrip plus SUV — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
94
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
92/100
4 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear UltraGrip plus SUV — better dry, treadwear and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip plus SUV leads by 31
Why this score
| Source | VikingContact 7 | UltraGrip plus SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 48 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip plus SUV leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | VikingContact 7 | UltraGrip plus SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 98 |
| SimpleTire owners | 89 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip plus SUV leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | VikingContact 7 | UltraGrip plus SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 85 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip plus SUV leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | VikingContact 7 | UltraGrip plus SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 89 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 97 |
| SimpleTire owners | 94 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | VikingContact 7 | UltraGrip plus SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 80 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip plus SUV leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | VikingContact 7 | UltraGrip plus SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 61 | 95 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip plus SUV leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | VikingContact 7 | UltraGrip plus SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 90 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental VikingContact 7 | Goodyear UltraGrip plus SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 94 |
| Dry | 59 | 90 |
| Wet | 76 | 98 |
| Snow | 86 | 90 |
| Comfort | 88 | 97 |
| Noise | 84 | – |
| Treadwear | 68 | 95 |
| Handling | 71 | 90 |
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Headline score
74
/ 100
Tire A
94
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental VikingContact 7 is widely regarded as a premium, well-rounded studless winter tire that excels in comfort, noise suppression, and slush performance. While it receives high praise for its predictable handling and stability on cold, dry, or wet pavement, user consensus suggests it may slightly trail dedicated ice-focused competitors like the Bridgestone Blizzak in extreme stopping grip on pure ice.
Pros
- Exceptionally quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Strong performance in slush and deep snow
- Stable and predictable handling at highway speeds
- Excellent dry and wet road manners for a winter tire
Cons
- Mixed reports regarding tread life and longevity
- Noticeable decline in ice-braking performance compared to top-tier ice specialists
- Compound may harden or performance may degrade after multiple seasons
- Potential for reduced traction if driven in warmer, non-winter conditions
Observations
- Users noted that the tire maintains excellent fuel economy and low noise levels even on electric vehicles like the Tesla Model 3 and Mazda MX-30.
- Drivers of rear-wheel-drive sports cars (e.g., Mazda Miata) reported that the tire's soft compound can feel overwhelmed during aggressive acceleration on dry pavement.
- Downsizing to a smaller wheel diameter (e.g., -2 from OE) was successfully used to improve the tire's profile and winter performance on hybrid SUVs.
The Goodyear UltraGrip plus SUV is generally regarded as a highly capable winter tire that provides exceptional traction and handling in challenging, wet, and icy conditions. While it offers superior confidence and longevity for many drivers, performance can be inconsistent depending on the specific vehicle application, with some users reporting significant noise and vibration issues.
Pros
- Excellent grip and handling on ice and wet surfaces
- High tread longevity and durability
- Precise cornering and stability in winter conditions
Cons
- Increased road noise and vibration at highway speeds
- Noticeable reduction in fuel economy compared to summer tires
- Potential for vehicle-specific compatibility issues regarding cabin comfort
Observations
- Users reported significant noise and vibration issues when fitted to the Honda CR-V mk3, suggesting potential incompatibility with certain SUV chassis dynamics.
- The tire demonstrates strong performance on uneven, gritty, and undulating road surfaces, maintaining high tread depth even after multiple seasons.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental VikingContact 7 | B · Goodyear UltraGrip plus SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 18 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 10 - 11/32″ | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 44 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
74
/ 100
Continental
94
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear UltraGrip plus SUV — better dry, treadwear and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear UltraGrip plus SUV scores 90 vs 59 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear UltraGrip plus SUV scores 95 vs 68 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear UltraGrip plus SUV scores 98 vs 76 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear UltraGrip plus SUV scores 90 vs 71 on handling.
Tire A · Continental VikingContact 7
Tire B · Goodyear UltraGrip plus SUV
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.