Goodyear UltraGrip 9 - Test Results

Test Statistics

20

Tests Completed

3^rd

Average Position

1^st

Best Result

9^th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Goodyear UltraGrip 9 consistently ranks near the top in independent winter tests, averaging 3.4 across 20 results with multiple podiums and several test wins. It shows standout competence in snow and wet conditions, often topping snow braking/handling and placing highly in wet braking/handling and aquaplaning, indicating a well-balanced winter-focused compound and tread. Rolling resistance is frequently strong, and large-field comparison tests (Auto Bild/ADAC) confirm competitiveness.
Primary trade-offs are in dry performance, where braking and handling can sit mid-pack to lower-mid, and occasional noise/value concerns appear. One later ADAC result (2019) dropped to 9th/16, suggesting performance variance by size or against newer rivals, but overall the tire remains a reliable winter choice with clear strengths in core winter metrics.

Performance Strengths

Snow Performance Strong Details
• 1st snow braking and 1st snow handling in 2018 Auto Bild (195/65 R15)
• 1st snow braking and 1st snow traction in 2017 AC test (185/65 R15)
• Multiple podiums/wins in large winter comparisons: 1/15 in 2016 ADAC (185/65 R15), 1/16 in 2015 ADAC (165/70 R14)
Wet Weather Performance Strong Details
• 2nd wet braking and 2nd wet handling in 2018 AMS (205/55 R16)
• 1st wet handling and 2nd wet braking in 2017 AC (185/65 R15)
• Top-10 wet metrics including 7/22 wet braking and 9/22 wet handling in 2018 Auto Bild full test amid 22 tires
Aquaplaning (Straight-line) Strong Details
• 3rd straight aquaplaning in 2018 AMS (+3.8% from best)
• 1st straight aquaplaning in 2017 AC (88.8 km/h)
Rolling Resistance/Efficiency Moderate Details
• 2nd/22 rolling resistance in 2018 Auto Bild (+9.6% from best)
• 3rd/8 rolling resistance in 2017 AC (+3.4% from best)
Overall Competitiveness in Large Fields Strong Details
• 3/52 in 2018 Auto Bild 51-tire shootout (195/65 R15)
• 2/43 in 2016 Auto Bild market overview (205/55 R16)
• Multiple podiums: 2/16 in 2018 ADAC (205/55 R16), 3/20 in 2016 AutoBild (205/55 R16), 2/11 in 2014 AZ, 2/10 in 2014 AMS

Performance Weaknesses

Dry Performance Moderate Details
• 7/11 dry braking and 7/11 dry handling in 2018 AMS (+7.2% and +1.4% from best)
• 16/22 dry braking in 2018 Auto Bild (+17.2% from best)
Noise/Comfort Minor Details
• 15/22 noise in 2018 Auto Bild (+4% from best)
• Mid-pack noise 5/11 in 2018 AMS (+1% from best)
Value/Pricing Moderate Details
• 10/11 price in 2018 AMS (+63.6% from best)
• Value 12/21 in 2018 Auto Bild (+41.5% from best)
Result Variability vs Newer Rivals Moderate Details
• 9/16 overall in 2019 ADAC (185/65 R15)
• Mid-pack results such as 6/22 in 2018 Auto Bild full test despite snow strengths

Performance Over Time

Test History

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2019 ADAC 185/65 R15 Winter Tire Test

2019
Winner: Dunlop Winter Response 2

Good

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