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Vredestein Ultrac Vorti+ - Test Results

Test Statistics

6

Tests Completed

11th

Average Position

1st

Best Result

29th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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Across six summer tests, the Vredestein Ultrac Vorti Plus shows a mixed profile: standout wet handling prowess that twice topped or matched the field contrasts with generally mediocre braking and efficiency results. It has occasional aquaplaning strength and good subjective comfort/steering feel, but dry and wet braking typically sit mid-to-lower tier, and rolling resistance is consistently weak. One notable outlier is the 2022 AutoBild Sportscars test where it finished joint first, driven by exceptional wet handling; however, broader data places it around the middle to lower half overall.
Overall, the tire's dynamic balance and wet handling grip can be excellent in the right size/vehicle, but braking shortfalls and higher rolling resistance limit its consistency and efficiency. It is best suited to drivers prioritizing wet handling feel and stability over shortest stopping distances or fuel economy.

Performance Strengths
  • Wet Handling Performance Strong
    • 1st place wet handling in 2022 AutoBild Sports Cars (225/45 R18)
    • 1st place wet handling in 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch UHP (245/40 R19)
    • Article: "Vredestein ... fighting for the top spot" (2022 AutoBild 19 Inch)
  • Aquaplaning Resistance Moderate
    • 2nd place straight aquaplaning in 2024 Autobild SUV (+3.8% from best)
    • Top-6 straight aquaplaning in multiple tests (2022 UHP +2.4% from best; 2022 Sportscars +1.5% from best)
  • Subjective Comfort/Steering Feel Moderate
    • 1st place subjective comfort in 2022 Tire Reviews UUHP
    • Article: "direct precise steering with good grip" (2021 Tire Reviews)
  • Overall Result/Awards (select tests) Moderate
    • Joint 1st overall in 2022 AutoBild Sports Cars (225/45 R18)
    • Competitive dry handling positions (4th of 11 in 2022 Sportscars; 5th of 10 in 2022 19-inch)
Performance Weaknesses
  • Wet Braking Performance Strong
    • 27th/48 (+19%) in wet braking in 2023 AutoBild MO (225/45 R18)
    • 8th/10 (+14.2%) in wet braking in 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch
    • 12th/14 (+24.2%) in wet braking in 2021 Tire Reviews
  • Rolling Resistance / Efficiency Strong
    • 11th/11 (+22.2%) in 2022 AutoBild Sports Cars
    • 10th/10 (+21%) in 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch
    • 12th/14 (+36.5%) in 2021 Tire Reviews
    • 10th/11 (+22.9%) in 2024 Autobild SUV
  • Dry Braking Strong
    • 27th/48 (+8.7%) in 2023 AutoBild MO
    • 12th/14 (+10.9%) in 2021 Tire Reviews
    • 8th/10 (+8%) in 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch
    • 8th/11 (+6%) in 2024 Autobild SUV
  • Off-Road Traction (SUV context) Moderate
    • 11th/11 gravel traction (+12.6%) in 2024 Autobild SUV
    • 10th/11 gravel handling (+3.4%) in 2024 Autobild SUV
  • Wet Overall Consistency (beyond handling) Moderate
    • 6th/10 wet handling and 6th/10 wet braking in 2022 Tire Reviews (both ~+12%)
    • 8th/11 wet braking and 9th/11 wet handling in 2024 Autobild SUV
Performance Over Time

Test History

9
of 11
2024 Summer SUV Tire Test

2024
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

Strong:
Mud Traction, Straight Aqua
Weak:
Gravel Handling, Gravel Traction, Rolling Resistance
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29
of 48
2023 Summer Tire Market Overview

2023
Winner: Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3

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7
of 10
2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tire Test

2022
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

Strong:
Wet Handling
Weak:
Rolling Resistance
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1
of 11
2022 AutoBild Sports Cars UHP Summer Tire Test

2022

Strong:
Wet Handling
Weak:
Rolling Resistance
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8
of 10
2022 Tire Reviews UUHP Summer Tire Test

2022
Winner: Continental SportContact 7

The Vredestein Ultrac Vorti+ was a comfortable performance tire, but the comfort came at the cost of handling, with the Vorti+ feeling woolly with low levels of grip in the dry and wet.
Strong:
Subj. Comfort
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9
of 14
2021 Tire Reviews UHP Summer Tire Test

2021
Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport 4

The new Vredestein Ultrac Vorti+ had extremely stable dry handling times with good steering and very good heat resistance. Sadly that seemed to hamper it in the wet, where it couldn't match the bes...
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