Gislaved Ultra Speed 2 review
The Gislaved Ultra Speed 2 is perceived as a performance-oriented upgrade over its predecessor, particularly excelling in dry handling and braking stability. While it offers a responsive, stiff sidewall construction suitable for spirited driving, some users note a slight regression in wet weather traction compared to the original model.
Owners rate it 9.3 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
By owner reviews
79%By road tests
69.7%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 4 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Gislaved Ultra Speed 2 is perceived as a performance-oriented upgrade over its predecessor, particularly excelling in dry handling and braking stability. While it offers a responsive, stiff sidewall construction suitable for spirited driving, some users note a slight regression in wet weather traction compared to the original model.
Pros
- Improved dry handling characteristics
- Enhanced dry braking performance
- Stiff sidewall construction providing good feedback
- Reliable stability during aggressive driving
Cons
- Reduced wet grip compared to the Ultra Speed 1
- Stiffer ride quality may not suit all drivers
Worth knowing
- The tire demonstrates strong performance characteristics on lightweight, front-wheel-drive vehicles without ABS, specifically aiding in controlled braking.
2 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2025 Moottori Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16
6th of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 7th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 8 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 8 |
2025 Summer tire Test Shootout · 225/40 R18
36th of 52
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 36th of 52 | |
| Dry Braking | 41st of 52 |