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Comparison: Michelin ALPIN 7 vs. GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (GoodYear). Generally, GoodYear winter tyres are slightly better rated (94%) than Michelin (89%). In this particular case, the GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3 has a better rating of 95% compared to 83% of the Michelin ALPIN 7. The first tyre test of Michelin ALPIN 7 was done in 2025, compared to 2023 when was the GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 215/55 R17 test, where both the ALPIN 7 and the UltraGrip Performance 3 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Michelin ALPIN 7 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (54%) of the GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3 also have B wet ratings. We also know where ALPIN 7 is made - Spain/Germany.

Mutual tests overview

Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results

Tests used in comparison (4)

Organization Season Year Dimension Action
Autobild Autobild
Winter
2025 215/55 R17 View
Autoexpress Autoexpress
Winter
2025 225/45 R17 View
Autobild Autobild
Winter
2025 235/50 R19 View
Die Reifentester Die Reifentester
Winter
2025 215/55 R17 View

Performance comparison

Averaged from 4 tests

Wet Performance
Michelin ALPIN 7
79%
Michelin
ALPIN 7
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
89%
GoodYear
UltraGrip Performance 3
Wet Braking
Michelin ALPIN 7
79%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
87%
Wet Handling
Michelin ALPIN 7
86%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
93%
Wet Circle Cornering
Michelin ALPIN 7
82%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
94%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Michelin ALPIN 7
81%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
82%
Best: Nokian Snowproof 2 (100.0%)
Aquaplaning Cross
Michelin ALPIN 7
67%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
89%
Best: Nokian Snowproof 2 (100.0%)
Best in category: Continental WinterContact TS 870 (97.2%)
Dry Performance
Michelin ALPIN 7
85%
Michelin
ALPIN 7
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
81%
GoodYear
UltraGrip Performance 3
Dry Braking
Michelin ALPIN 7
84%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
85%
Dry Handling
Michelin ALPIN 7
86%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
77%
Best in category: Continental Winter Contact TS 870 P (100.0%)
Snow Performance
Michelin ALPIN 7
88%
Michelin
ALPIN 7
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
90%
GoodYear
UltraGrip Performance 3
Snow Braking
Michelin ALPIN 7
91%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
92%
Snow Traction
Michelin ALPIN 7
90%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
96%
Snow Handling
Michelin ALPIN 7
86%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
87%
Snow Circle Cornering
Michelin ALPIN 7
86%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
86%
Best in category: Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 3 (100.0%)
Comfort & Noise
Michelin ALPIN 7
84%
Michelin
ALPIN 7
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
86%
GoodYear
UltraGrip Performance 3
Noise Exterior
Michelin ALPIN 7
79%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
84%
Noise Interior
Michelin ALPIN 7
96%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
97%
Ride Comfort
Michelin ALPIN 7
76%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
76%
Best in category: Continental WinterContact TS 870 (100.0%)
Economy
Michelin ALPIN 7
94%
Michelin
ALPIN 7
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
70%
GoodYear
UltraGrip Performance 3
Rolling Resistance
Michelin ALPIN 7
94%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
70%
Best in category: Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons G3 (100.0%)

Performance spider chart

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Dimensions and prices

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