Vredestein Ultrac - Test Results

Test Statistics

13

Tests Completed

7th

Average Position

1st

Best Result

20th

Worst Result
Performance Over Time

Test History

2
of 10
2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tire Test

2025
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

The Vredestein Ultrac tied for second place with balanced and secure handling across all conditions. It offers the best performance in curve aquaplaning tests with superior lateral grip. Good braki...
Strong:
Sand Traction, Curved Aquaplaning, Wet Circle
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9
of 14
2025 Summer and All Season Combined Tire Test

2025
Winner: Michelin Primacy 5

The Vredestein Ultrac delivered the worst braking performance in the entire test. The Vredestein is bad on hot wet roads in summer and lousy when it gets cooler. During evasive maneuvers, the Vrede...
Strong:
Straight Aqua
Weak:
Wet Braking
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3
of 7
The Best Touring Tires for 2025 Tested Highly Rec.

2025
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato C3

The Ultrac proves Vredestein knows how to make a refined tire. While it might not have the outright performance of the top three, its comfort and refinement make it a solid choice for drivers prior...
Strong:
Noise, Subj. Comfort, Subj. Wet Handling, Wet Handling
Weak:
Dry Handling, Rolling Resistance
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1
of 8
2024 Auto Express Summer Tire Test

2024

Summary The Vredestein Ultrac tire won an Auto Express victory due to its consistent performance across various tests. It excelled in wet conditions, ranking highly in wet braking, cornering, an...
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7
of 10
2024 Motorhome Summer Tire Test

2024
Winner: Bridgestone Potenza Sport

Weak:
Dry Handling, Rolling Resistance, Wet Handling
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3
of 8
2024 AMS Summer SUV Tire Test

2024
Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7

Especially in the rain: a tire you can rely on.
Strong:
Noise, Curved Aquaplaning, Straight Aqua, Wet Braking, Wet Handling
Weak:
Dry Handling
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4
of 9
2024 AZ Summer Tire Test

2024
Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7

The Vredestein Ultrac focuses on providing a balanced driving experience with a strong emphasis on safety. It offers good grip levels in both dry and wet conditions, along with a comfortable ride ...
Weak:
Wet Braking
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20
of 21
2024 AutoBild Summer Tire Test

2024
Winner: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus

Conditionally Recommended.
Strong:
Dry Handling, Curved Aquaplaning, Straight Aqua, Wet Circle, Wet Handling
Weak:
Value, Wear
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16
of 16
2024 ADAC Summer Tire Test

2024
Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7

The Vredestein Ultrac is rated as good in driving safety. It provides good steering feedback and secure handling at the limit on dry roads, along with a short braking distance. On wet roads, its pr...
Strong:
Curved Aquaplaning, Straight Aqua
Weak:
Abrasion, Value, Wear
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3
of 55
2024 Summer Tire Market Overview

2024
Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7

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6
of 8
2023 Motor Summer Tire Test

2023
Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7

This tire lost the competition with Goodyear by only 0.1 point, showing that a good class tire from the middle segment can compete with premium rubber. Interestingly, Vredestein performed much bett...
Strong:
Price, Straight Aqua, Wet Handling
Weak:
Noise, Dry Handling, Rolling Resistance
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9
of 13
Tire Reviews Best Summer Touring Tires

2023
Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7

One again the Vredestein Ultrac proves to be a wet specialist, having one of the fastest wet handling laps and amongst the best aquaplaning resistance. Unfortunately all that wet performance leaves...
Strong:
Subj. Comfort, Curved Aquaplaning, Straight Aqua, Subj. Wet Handling
Weak:
Rolling Resistance
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3
of 10
2021 Auto Express Summer Tire Test

2021
Winner: Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3

The updated Vredestein Ultrac is impressive, with a consistent performance in all tests.
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