Name: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ 215/50 R17
Brand: GoodYear
Rating: 90 (23 reviews)

215/50 R17 GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ variants

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GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ is a winter tyre made in total of 176 sizes, ranging from R15 to R15 - this particular dimension is R17, which means it fits to a 17 inch/431.8mm diameter wheel. 215/50 R17 is 20mm wider than the narrowest dimension (195) and 60mm narrower than the widest one (275). This tyre profile of 50 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 50% of the tyre width (215mm), which results in 107.5mm sidewall height. In 215/50 R17, there is only one possible speed index for GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ - "V", which is good for speeds up to 240 km/h. In 215/50 R17, UltraGrip Performance+ usually competes against WinterContact TS 870 P, which is a tyre from Continental with a rating of 93%, compared to 90% of the GoodYear in question.

215/50 R17 95 V

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GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ is made in 176 sizes, starting from 195/50 R15 up to 275/40 R22.

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WinterContact TS 870 P

R16 - R22

4.65/5

Comparison with GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+:

Continental better at:

• Dry handling
• Exterior noise
• Dry braking

Continental worse at:

• Snow traction
• Wet handling
• Snow handling

£143

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Winter Sport 5

R14 - R21

4.3/5

Comparison with GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+:

Dunlop better at:

• Comfort

Dunlop worse at:

• Exterior noise
• Dry braking
• Snow traction

£158

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UltraGrip Performance 3

R14 - R22

4.75/5

Comparison with GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+:

GoodYear better at:

• Exterior noise
• Dry handling
• Wet circle cornering

GoodYear worse at:

• Snow traction
• Interior noise
• Aquaplaning - cross

£139

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Blizzak LM-005

R14 - R22

4.1/5

Comparison with GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+:

Bridgestone better at:

• Wet braking
• Dry handling
• Wet circle cornering

Bridgestone worse at:

• Snow traction
• Snow handling
• Aquaplaning - cross

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Speed-Grip 5

R14 - R21

3.9/5

Comparison with GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+:

Semperit better at:

• Interior noise
• Dry handling
• Aquaplaning - longitudal

Semperit worse at:

• Snow traction
• Wet handling
• Wet circle cornering

£109

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KRISALP HP3

R14 - R20

3.85/5

Comparison with GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+:

Kleber better at:

• Aquaplaning - longitudal
• Exterior noise

Kleber worse at:

• Wet handling
• Dry handling
• Aquaplaning - cross

£127

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WR Snowproof P

R17 - R21

3.35/5

Comparison with GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+:

Nokian better at:

• Exterior noise
• Dry braking
• Dry handling

Nokian worse at:

• Aquaplaning - cross
• Snow handling
• Aquaplaning - longitudal

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MP93 Nordicca

R13 - R20

2/5

Comparison with GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+:

Matador worse at:

• Wet handling
• Dry braking
• Aquaplaning - cross

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UltraGrip Performance Gen-1

R15 - R22

Comparison with GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+:

Goodyear better at:

• Exterior noise
• Comfort
• Dry braking

Goodyear worse at:

• Wet handling
• Dry handling

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Winter i*cept evo2 W320

R15 - R22

Comparison with GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+:

Hankook better at:

• Dry handling

Hankook worse at:

• Aquaplaning - cross
• Dry braking
• Interior noise

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ContiWinterContact TS 850P

R16 - R22

Comparison with GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+:

Continental better at:

• Dry handling
• Wet circle cornering
• Wet braking

Continental worse at:

• Aquaplaning - cross
• Snow traction
• Dry braking

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GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ in tyre tests

Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (215/50 R17)

AutoMotorSport Winter tyre test 2025 215/55 R17
outstanding
Ranked #2 of 10

Name	Points total	Wet	Dry	Snow	Enviromental impact
Best values in test	9.1	9.8	9.1	9.1	9.7
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+	9.0	9.2	9.1	9.0	8.6
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Source: www.auto-motor-und-sport.de

Autobild Winter tyre test 2022 215/55 R17
exemplary
Ranked #3 of 19

Securing a commendable third place among 19 contenders, the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ garnered an 'Exemplary' rating, underlining its impressive capabilities. This premium winter tire stood out for its exceptional performance on snow-covered roads, reflected in its unmatched prowess in snow braking. Alongside, it ensured balanced driving characteristics on both wet and dry surfaces, highlighting its adaptability across varied winter conditions. Additionally, its cost-effectiveness was noted, making it a valued option for consumers. However, it was pointed out that the comfort level provided by the tire was average, suggesting room for improvement in this aspect.

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Running costs
Best values in test	2+	2+	2+	2+
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+	2	2	1-	2
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Source: www.autobild.de

Autobild Winter tyre test 2022 215/55 R17

Ranked #4 of 56

Name	Stopping distance on wet	Stopping distance on snow
Best values in test	32,8	25,4
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+	35,5	25,5

ADAC Winter tyre test 2022 215/60 R16
good
Ranked #3 of 17

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Ice	Rolling resistance	Noise	Wear
Best values in test	2,0	1,8	1,4	1,8	1,5	2,7	1,5
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+	2,5	2,5	1,4	2,2	2,0	2,8	2,5
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Automotorsport Winter tyre test 2019 215/55 R17
very good
Ranked #1 of 11

Name	Points total
Best values in test	8,9
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+	8,9
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Source: www.auto-motor-und-sport.de

215/50 R17 - Best winter tyres (according to tests)

#	Name	Our rating	Tested in same width dimension	Segment	Price
1.	Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P! Newer model available: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P	83.2% 77.8% 82.7% 80.3%	Automotorsport 2019	Premium
2.	Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005! Newer model available: Bridgestone Blizzak 6	92.2% 79.6% 84.4% 82.6%	Autozeitung 2024	Premium
3.	GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+! Newer model available: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3	84.6% 92.6% 80.2% 85.4%	ADAC 2022	Premium
4.	Michelin ALPIN 6! Newer model available: Michelin ALPIN 7	83.2% 83.9% 85.5% 82.5%	Autozeitung 2024	Premium
5.	Dunlop Winter Sport 5	79% 89.5% 79.4% 74.3%	ADAC 2024	Premium	£158 91 H + 3
6.	Kleber KRISALP HP3	72.3% 86.3% 68% 80.1%	ADAC 2022	Upper-middle	£127 95 H + 1
7.	Michelin ALPIN 5! Newer model available: Michelin Alpin 6	81.2% 72.1% 85.8% 66.6%	ADAC 2017	Premium
8.	Goodyear UltraGrip Performance Gen-1! Newer model available: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+	82.9% 92.2% 82.8% 75.3%	ADAC 2017	Premium
9.	Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2	76.1% 81.8% 64.7% 81.5%	Die Reifentester 2025	Premium
10.	Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3	85.7% 83.3% 85.5% 79.2%	AutoMotorSport 2025	Upper-middle	£118 95 V
11.	BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2	72.3% 95.2% 73.8% 80.8%	Autobild 2022	Upper-middle	£142 95 H + 1
12.	Pirelli WINTER SOTTOZERO Serie III			Premium	£134 95 H + 1
13.	Bridgestone Blizzak LM-001	80.6% 77.4% 83.7%		Premium
14.	Hankook Winter icept evo2 W320! Newer model available: Hankook Winter icept evo3 W330	75.8% 90.5% 85.7% 67.4%	Automotorsport 2019	Upper-middle
15.	Firestone Winterhawk 4		ADAC 2024	Upper-middle	£102 95 V
16.	Pirelli CINTURATO WINTER! Newer model available: Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2	80.7% 87.6% 75.7% 80.5%		Premium
17.	Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6	69.7% 66.2% 74.2% 71.2%	ADAC 2024	Lowcost	£92 0 V
18.	Semperit Speed-Grip 5	65.8% 70.3% 65.8% 69.5%	ADAC 2024	Lowcost	£109 95 V
19.	Semperit Speed-Grip 3! Newer model available: Semperit Speed-Grip 5	78.1% 77.2% 71.3% 79.7%		Lowcost
20.	Falken EuroWinter HS01! Newer model available: Falken EuroWinter HS02	78.2% 74.2% 74.2% 77.1%	ADAC 2022	Upper-middle
21.	Fulda Kristall Control HP2	65.3% 82.4% 68.3% 72.4%	Autobild 2022	Lowcost	£102 95 V
22.	Nokian WR Snowproof P	66.1% 79.2% 92.3%	Autobild 2022	Upper-middle
23.	Toyo Observe S944	67.9% 66.9% 85.1% 79.9%	Autobild 2022	Upper-middle	£111 95 V
24.	Toyo Snowprox S954	78.8% 70.6% 92.2% 82.7%	Automotorsport 2019	Upper-middle
25.	Barum Polaris 3! Newer model available: Barum Polaris 5	73.6% 87.3%		Lowcost
26.	Sava Eskimo HP2	65.3% 79.5% 72.3% 73.5%	Autobild 2022	Lowcost	£102 95 V
27.	Kumho WinterCraft WP71	81.9% 76.7% 78%		Upper-middle	£107 95 V
28.	Uniroyal MS Plus 77! Newer model available: Uniroyal WinterExpert	79.2% 83.3% 75.4% 74.1%	ADAC 2017	Upper-middle
29.	Giti GitiWinter W1	65.8% 77.2% 72.4% 72.7%	Autobild 2022	Lowcost
30.	Yokohama BluEarth-Winter V906	68.3% 67.6% 84%	ADAC 2022	Upper-middle	£94 95 V
31.	Hankook Ventus Prime 4	75.7% 82.2% 78.9%	ADAC 2024	Premium	£139 41 IKAIO + 7
32.	Yokohama W.drive V905! Newer model available: Yokohama BluEarth-Winter V906	70.9% 76% 93.1% 60.4%		Upper-middle
33.	Nexen WinGuard Sport 2 WU7		Autobild 2022	Lowcost	£111 95 V + 1
34.	Kumho WinterCraft WP51! Newer model available: Kumho WinterCraft WP52	68.1% 79% 74.8% 71.4%		Upper-middle	£116 95 H + 1
35.	Debica Frigo HP2	70% 86.5% 74.1% 71.9%	Autobild 2022	Lowcost	£95 95 V
36.	Nexen WinGuard Sport			Lowcost
37.	Barum Polaris 5! Newer model available: Barum Polaris 6	63.8% 78.1% 72% 74.8%	Autobild 2022	Lowcost
38.	Nokian WR A4			Upper-middle
39.	Yokohama BluEarth winter V905	81.6% 70.5% 85.4%		Upper-middle	£167 95 T + 3
40.	Firestone Winterhawk 3! Newer model available: Firestone Winterhawk 4	66.5% 83.4% 77.3% 71.3%		Upper-middle
41.	Matador MP93 Nordicca	40.2% 50.2%	Autobild 2022	Lowcost
42.	Fortune Fsr901			Lowcost
43.	Kormoran SNOW		Autobild 2022	Lowcost
44.	Imperial SnowDragon UHP	44.8% 61.6% 73.3%	Autobild 2022	Lowcost
45.	Dunlop Wintersport 5			Premium	£128 91 H

215/50 R17 95 V

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ContiWinterContact TS 850P

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