93
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
88/100
3 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Goodyear UltraGrip Ice+ vs Michelin X-Ice North 4 — 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
77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
68/100
8 professional tests
User signal (40%)
85/100
11 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear UltraGrip Ice+ — better comfort, dry 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 Ice+ leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip Ice+ | X-Ice North 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 97 | 78 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip Ice+ leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip Ice+ | X-Ice North 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 75 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip Ice+ | X-Ice North 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 92 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip Ice+ leads by 46
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip Ice+ | X-Ice North 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 12 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 85 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip Ice+ | X-Ice North 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 86 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip Ice+ leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip Ice+ | X-Ice North 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 97 | 89 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip Ice+ leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip Ice+ | X-Ice North 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 81 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear UltraGrip Ice+ | Michelin X-Ice North 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 93 | 77 |
| Dry | 97 | 82 |
| Wet | 93 | 81 |
| Snow | – | 89 |
| Comfort | 87 | 41 |
| Noise | – | 86 |
| Treadwear | 97 | 89 |
| Handling | 87 | 81 |
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Headline score
93
/ 100
Tire A
77
/ 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 Goodyear UltraGrip Ice+ is highly regarded for its exceptional performance in harsh Nordic and Eastern European winter conditions. Users consistently praise its longevity and reliable traction on snow and ice, positioning it as a top-tier non-studded winter tire.
Pros
- Outstanding traction and stability on snow-covered and icy roads
- Exceptional tread longevity, with reports of effective performance over multiple seasons
- Predictable handling in challenging winter cornering and bends
- Strong performance in cold, dry conditions after an initial break-in period
Cons
- Noticeable road noise during the initial break-in period on dry pavement
- Performance may feel less optimal on dry roads compared to dedicated summer or all-season tires
Observations
- Proven reliability across diverse vehicle platforms, including compact SUVs like the Subaru Forester and premium sedans like the Volvo.
- Users report consistent performance across various road types, ranging from urban city streets to rural, snow-packed country roads.
The Michelin X-Ice North 4 is widely regarded as a top-tier studded winter tire, offering class-leading traction on ice and packed snow. While users consistently praise its superior noise suppression and handling compared to competitors, long-term stud retention remains a point of contention for some owners.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and confidence on icy and snow-covered surfaces
- Significantly lower road noise compared to traditional studded winter tires
- High tread longevity and durability over multiple winter seasons
- Predictable handling and improved vehicle feedback in adverse conditions
Cons
- Inconsistent long-term stud retention reported by some users
- Slightly wallowy or vague handling feel on dry pavement
- Tendency to collect snow in the tread pattern at low speeds
- Reduced performance in deep, loose snow over hard-packed surfaces
Observations
- Users noted that narrower tire dimensions can contribute to a wallowy feel on dry roads.
- Performance is highly regarded across diverse vehicle types, ranging from AWD sedans like the Kia Stinger to older, analog sports cars.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear UltraGrip Ice+ | B · Michelin X-Ice North 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Ultra High Performance tires | Premium Touring Winter tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
93
/ 100
Goodyear
77
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Goodyear UltraGrip Ice+ — better comfort, dry and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear UltraGrip Ice+ scores 87 vs 41 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear UltraGrip Ice+ scores 97 vs 82 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear UltraGrip Ice+ scores 93 vs 81 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear UltraGrip Ice+ scores 97 vs 89 on treadwear.
Tire A · Goodyear UltraGrip Ice+
Tire B · Michelin X-Ice North 4
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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.