82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
82/100
5 professional tests
User signal (40%)
85/100
39 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Goodyear UltraGrip 9 vs Goodyear UltraGrip Performance — 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
83
/ 100
Objective (60%)
89/100
12 professional tests
User signal (40%)
86/100
9 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Goodyear UltraGrip 9 and Goodyear UltraGrip Performance are within 2 points overall. Goodyear UltraGrip 9 is stronger on comfort and treadwear. Goodyear UltraGrip Performance is stronger on noise, dry and handling.
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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 Performance leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip 9 | UltraGrip Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 78 | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 89 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 95% | 95% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 98% | 100% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip 9 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip 9 | UltraGrip Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 85 | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 89 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 92% | 92% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 99% | 99% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip Performance leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip 9 | UltraGrip Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 95 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 98% | 100% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 97% | 98% |
| Snow Traction (% of best) | 92% | 74% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip 9 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip 9 | UltraGrip Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 83 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip Performance leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip 9 | UltraGrip Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 52 | 62 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip 9 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip 9 | UltraGrip Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 81 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip Performance leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip 9 | UltraGrip Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 88 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear UltraGrip 9 | Goodyear UltraGrip Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 82 | 83 |
| Dry | 80 | 87 |
| Wet | 87 | 86 |
| Snow | 86 | 89 |
| Comfort | 96 | 86 |
| Noise | 52 | 62 |
| Treadwear | 84 | 81 |
| Handling | 83 | 88 |
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Headline score
82
/ 100
Tire A
83
/ 100
Tire B
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curved Aquaplaning | Curved | 97% #4/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 99% #2/9 · 2021 Tyre Reviews Winter Tyre Test | -1.9 | Different tests |
| Dry Braking | Dry | 95% #11/20 · 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 95% #3/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | -0.4 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% #9/10 · 2021 AMS Winter Tyre Test | 100% #3/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter Tyre Test | -1.8 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 98% #3/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test | 86% #5/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | +11.6 | Different tests |
| Fuel Consumption | Fuel | 97% #3/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 97% #4/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Ice Braking | Ice | 100% #1/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 97% #7/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | +3 | Different tests |
| Abrasion | Other | 82% #11/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 68% #6/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | +14.5 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 96% #5/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 99% #7/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | -3 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 83% #15/20 · 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 50% #9/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | +33.1 | Different tests |
| Value | Other | 76% #10/20 · 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 70% #11/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | +5.3 | Different tests |
| Wear | Other | 81% #7/20 · 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 84% #4/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | -3 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 13% #8/15 · 2020 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 205/55 R16 | 33% #3/13 · 2020 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 235/55 R17 | -20.8 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 98% #7/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test | 100% #2/30 · 2022 Winter Tyre Market Overview | -1.1 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 97% #4/10 · 2021 AMS Winter Tyre Test | 98% #5/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | -1.2 | Different tests |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 92% #5/20 · 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 74% #1/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter Tyre Test | +17.6 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 97% #3/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test | 92% #3/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | +4.6 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 100% #2/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test | 98% #2/9 · 2021 Tyre Reviews Winter Tyre Test | +2 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 80% #5/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test | 80% #9/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Subj. Snow Handling | Subj | 90% #3/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | -10 | Different tests |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 50% #7/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test | 100% #4/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | -50 | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Total | 0% #7/20 · 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 0% #8/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 92% #5/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test | 92% #8/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | -0.5 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 99% #3/10 · 2021 AMS Winter Tyre Test | 99% #6/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | +0.1 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Goodyear UltraGrip 9 is widely regarded as a top-tier winter tire, consistently praised for its exceptional traction on snow and ice. Users frequently highlight its superior ride comfort and low noise levels, often noting that it performs as well as or better than premium summer tires in terms of cabin quietness.
Pros
- Exceptional snow and ice traction
- High level of ride comfort and low road noise
- Excellent wet and dry weather performance in cold temperatures
- Low rolling resistance contributing to improved fuel economy
Cons
- Reduced performance on dry, warm asphalt (above 12°C)
- Soft sidewalls can lead to a less sporty or 'wallowy' handling feel
- Reports of premature tread wear or chunking in specific heavy-use cases
Observations
- Users with smaller city cars and hatchbacks (e.g., VW Polo, Suzuki Swift, Opel Astra) report high satisfaction with winter mobility and fuel efficiency.
- Drivers of heavier or rear-wheel-drive vehicles (e.g., Volvo estate models) noted a significant improvement in hill-climbing ability and stability compared to summer tires.
The Goodyear UltraGrip Performance is highly regarded by users for its exceptional traction in snow and wet conditions, often described as offering near-summer tire performance on dry pavement. While the majority of users praise its longevity and consistent winter capability, some note a slight increase in noise and fuel consumption during warmer temperatures.
Pros
- Exceptional snow and ice traction
- Strong performance in wet and dry conditions
- High tread longevity and durability
- Well-mannered handling in varied winter weather
Cons
- Increased road noise in warmer conditions
- Slightly higher fuel consumption
- Limited performance on pure ice surfaces
- High initial price point
Observations
- Users report consistent, reliable performance across diverse vehicle types, including compact cars like the Renault Megane and performance-oriented vehicles like the Mercedes SLK.
- The tire demonstrates significant longevity, with some users reporting up to five seasons of use before requiring replacement.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear UltraGrip 9 | B · Goodyear UltraGrip Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Winter Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
82
/ 100
Goodyear
83
/ 100
Goodyear
Too close to call: Goodyear UltraGrip 9 and Goodyear UltraGrip Performance are within 2 points overall. Goodyear UltraGrip 9 is stronger on comfort and treadwear. Goodyear UltraGrip Performance is stronger on noise, dry and handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear UltraGrip 9 scores 96 vs 86 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance scores 62 vs 52 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance scores 87 vs 80 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance scores 88 vs 83 on handling.
Tire A · Goodyear UltraGrip 9
Tire B · Goodyear UltraGrip Performance
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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.