Goodyear UltraGrip 9+

The Goodyear UltraGrip 9 Plus is a Premium Touring Winter tire designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.

Tire review data from 6 tire reviews averaging 86% over 21,000 miles driven, and 9 tests with an average result of 4th.

Dry Grip 92%
Wet Grip 93%
Road Feedback 80%
Handling 77%
Wear 97%
Comfort 85%
Buy again 95%
Snow Grip 86%
Ice Grip 74%
Expected Mileage 25,010 miles (40,250 km) High Confidence
Test Data

25,010 miles (40,250 km) from 2 test(s)

Navigation & Ranking
Goodyear UltraGrip 9
Category Ranking:15th of 70
Test Performance
Best Result:1st
Average Result:4th
Worst Result:8th

Latest Tire Test Results

2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tire Test
3rd of 16 tires
  • The GOODYEAR UltraGrip 9+ shows minor weaknesses in steering precision and feedback on dry roads but compensates with good safety margins during sudden evasive maneuvers and average braking distances. On wet roads, it performs clearly above average, offering short braking distances and secure, easily controllable handling. In lateral aquaplaning, its performance is rated as good, and it narrowly misses an excellent rating in longitudinal aquaplaning. On winter roads, the UltraGrip 9+ scores above average in braking and slightly above average in traction. While it offers good safety reserves in snow handling, steering could be more precise. In ice braking tests, the UltraGrip 9+ excels with the shortest braking distances. Environmentally, the tire achieves a good rating for its projected lifespan and wear, and it receives the best rating in the test for efficiency.
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2022 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 185/65 R15
1st of 15 tires
  • Very balanced, good on all surfaces, particularly good on wet roads (top mark), low fuel consumption.
  • None mentioned.
  • The GOODYEAR UltraGrip 9+ convinces in all tests and even earns the top mark in the wet. Overall, it secures the rating "particularly recommended".
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2021 Winter Tire Market Overview
6th of 49 tires
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Top 3 Goodyear UltraGrip 9 Plus Reviews

Given 96% while driving a Nissan Micra (175/60 R14) on mostly town for 2,000 average miles
I have a Nissan Micra, so there's a relatively limited range of tires available for 175/60R15, most of which are older models. So a reasonably priced brand-new Goodyear was a pretty obvious choice when I needed new winter tires. And they haven't disappointed. The Micra feels like a whole new car, with far better traction and handling than the Semperit Master-Grip 2 that were fitted before, and braking distance and overall performance seems to have improved as well. I can't comment on severe ice and snow, as we didn't have too much of that this winter, but traction was very good on one icy day and it handled moderate snow cover with ease. I haven't driven too much on rural roads or motorways, but handling was fine and the tire seemed quieter at highway speeds.
Helpful 219 - tire reviewed on March 23, 2023
Given 74% while driving a Peugeot 308 BlueHDI EAT6 (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 2,000 spirited miles
I bought a set for the front axle for my 308 1.6bluehdi they are very very good in cold weather and/or rain i haven't had a real chance to drive them on snow or ice myself but my brother did and comparing them to nokian wrd4 that we have for a Clio iv diesel they are not at the same level on snow but having said that they are better in every other way , they will last for more , they are much more quiter especially while braking better fuel consumption almost like an all weather tire better dry grip and wet grip on heavy rain they seem to aquaplaning at about the same speed so yea great tires!
Helpful 260 - tire reviewed on August 19, 2022
Given 89% while driving a Skoda (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 2,000 miles
Cheaper then Conti and I belive quite the same quality. No problems at all but I drive rather carefully.
Helpful 257 - tire reviewed on November 15, 2021
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Latest Goodyear UltraGrip 9 Plus Reviews

Given 94% while driving a SEAT Arona (205/60 R16) on mostly country roads for 9,000 average miles
Bought a set of these and 16 inch wheels for my Seat Arona, very comfortable and amazing grip, especially in muddy field run off, cold rain, sleet, snow, and frosty roads. Only had 2 days of snow and I could happily drive up and down hills past many cars which were stranded (including 4x4 on summer tires). Could drive along winding snow covered B roads at 40-50mph which shows how well they grip. The wet grip when temperatures 0-10c is amazing, feels as sure footed as driving in the dry. So even living in south of England, I am converted to seasonal swapping to winter tires having discovered you just feel safe.
Helpful 215 - tire reviewed on September 7, 2021
Given 88% while driving a Audi A2 (175/60 R15 H) on mostly motorways for 1,000 average miles
I took a chance given the lack of reviews or tests at the time and have had these on my Audi A2 since November: Too early to rate the wear yet as I’ve only done 1000 miles or so, but these are great at dealing with all conditions you’re likely to find in rural southern England. Dry and wet braking are very good and they are quiet except on concrete road surfaces, but then what type is? We had a lot of ice on the roads here recently and I live in a hilly area - these dealt with it fine as long as you drove sensibly. I’ve not had a chance to try them in snow but the reviews suggested they will be good. Based on my impressions so far, I would buy them again. I’ll update once I’ve used them for a couple of full winters (so spring next year).
Helpful 230 - tire reviewed on January 13, 2021
There's a new all season tire, can it be best?!
Given 89% while driving a Kia Motors Soul 1.6 CDI (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 5,000 average miles
They have been on the car this winter, around 8000km. It's a warm winter, so they have been on the snow only two short times. Everything went well, but I can't tell much really. In dry and wet, temps mostly between 5-15c, they behave perfectly. I can barely tell that they are winter tires. And there are no wear problems. A bit cheaper than Conti TS860, but they feel equally safe, GY might even be a bit more comfortable.
Helpful 291 - tire reviewed on March 10, 2020