Comparison: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3 vs. Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1
In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (GoodYear) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Toyo). Generally, GoodYear winter tyres are slightly better rated (94%) than Toyo (58%). In this particular case, the GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3 has a better rating of 95% compared to 65% of the Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1. The first tyre test of GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3 was done in 2023, compared to 2025 when was the Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the UltraGrip Performance 3 and the Observe Winter Sport 1 were tested. See more mutual tests below.
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These tyres were tested together in 1 test(s) with detailed performance data. This page shows you a comprehensive comparison based on actual head-to-head test results instead of general rankings.
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Mutual tests overview
Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results
Tests used in comparison (1)
| Organization | Season | Year | Dimension | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobild
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Winter
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2025 | 225/40 R18 | View |
Performance comparison
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1
Performance spider chart
Visual comparison of all performance categories from mutual tests.
Dimensions and prices
Compare prices across all available dimensions for these tyres.
