83
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
86/100
31 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 vs Michelin Alpin 6 — 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.
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84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
89/100
19 professional tests
User signal (40%)
85/100
35 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 and Michelin Alpin 6 are within 2 points overall. Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 is stronger on dry and snow. Michelin Alpin 6 is stronger on noise and comfort.
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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)
Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 | Alpin 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 92 | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 89 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 98% | 95% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 98% | 99% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 | Alpin 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 90 | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 91 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 95% | 96% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 98% | 99% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 | Alpin 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 85 | 79 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 81 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 95% | 97% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 99% | 97% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Alpin 6 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 | Alpin 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 90 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Alpin 6 leads by 26
Why this score
| Source | Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 | Alpin 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 47 | 73 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 | Alpin 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 87 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 | Alpin 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 | Michelin Alpin 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 83 | 84 |
| Dry | 90 | 84 |
| Wet | 89 | 87 |
| Snow | 86 | 80 |
| Comfort | 87 | 90 |
| Noise | 47 | 73 |
| Treadwear | 88 | 87 |
| Handling | 85 | 84 |
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Headline score
83
/ 100
Tire A
84
/ 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 98% #6/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 95% #5/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | +3.4 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% #10/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 99% #7/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | -0.9 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 96% #4/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 86% #4/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | +10.4 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 96% #7/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 98% #8/20 · 2024 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | -1.8 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 94% #6/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 46% #11/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | +48.4 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 20% #5/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 50% #2/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | -30 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 95% #6/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 97% #15/33 · 2024 Winter 55 Tyre Braking Test | -2.2 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 99% #5/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 97% #10/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | +1.6 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 97% #4/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 92% #10/20 · 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | +5 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 95% #3/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 96% #7/55 · 2024 Winter 55 Tyre Braking Test | -0.8 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 98% #3/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 99% #4/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | -1.2 | 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 Performance Gen 1 is widely regarded as a high-performing winter tire, particularly excelling in cold, wet, and slushy conditions. While most users praise its confidence-inspiring grip and longevity, some report mixed experiences regarding road noise and dry-weather handling precision.
Pros
- Exceptional wet weather and slush performance
- Strong traction and braking capabilities in snow
- High durability and long tread life
- Comfortable ride quality compared to summer or run-flat tires
Cons
- Increased road noise reported by some users at higher speeds
- Vague steering feedback and sidewall flex during spirited dry-road driving
- Occasional loss of grip in dry conditions or when temperatures exceed 7°C
- Tendency to oversteer on certain rear-wheel-drive platforms
Observations
- Users on BMW and other rear-wheel-drive platforms noted a tendency for the rear to slide or oversteer in corners.
- Drivers transitioning from run-flat tires to these winter tires frequently reported a significant improvement in ride comfort.
- Owners of smaller, balanced vehicles like the Mazda MX-5 noted that the tire maintains good handling characteristics despite the softer winter compound.
The Michelin Alpin 6 is widely regarded as a premium, highly comfortable winter tire that excels in wet and dry cold-weather conditions. While many users praise its longevity and consistent performance, there is a notable divide in user experience regarding its deep snow and ice traction, with some drivers finding it less capable than key competitors like the Continental WinterContact series.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry road grip in cold temperatures
- High levels of ride comfort and low cabin noise
- Impressive tread life and long-term durability
- Stable and predictable handling on motorways
Cons
- Inconsistent performance in deep snow and on ice
- Some reports of sluggish steering feedback or 'soft' sidewall feel
- Higher price point compared to some performance-oriented winter alternatives
- Occasional reports of reduced traction after multiple seasons of use
Observations
- Users with RWD vehicles, such as the BMW 5 Series, noted excellent snow traction, though some experienced minor grip limitations during hard acceleration on dry pavement.
- Drivers using smaller rim sizes (e.g., 185/65-R15) reported highly positive feedback regarding handling and road feel compared to larger, more performance-oriented setups.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 | B · Michelin Alpin 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Ultra High Performance Winter tire | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | 9 - 11/32″ | — |
| Sidewall | Raised Black Lettering | — |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
83
/ 100
Goodyear
84
/ 100
Michelin
Too close to call: Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 and Michelin Alpin 6 are within 2 points overall. Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 is stronger on dry and snow. Michelin Alpin 6 is stronger on noise and comfort.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Michelin Alpin 6 scores 73 vs 47 on noise.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 scores 90 vs 84 on dry.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 scores 86 vs 80 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin Alpin 6 scores 90 vs 87 on comfort.
Tire A · Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1
Tire B · Michelin Alpin 6
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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.