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The winter tyre that delivers outstanding snow traction
Winter
Fuel Efficiency
E
E
G
G
A measure of the tyre's rolling resistance, which has an impact on vehicle fuel consumption.
Note: Ratings vary by tyre size. View a specific tyre size to see the rating for that tyre.
Wet Grip
C
C
E
E
The tyre's braking ability on wet roads.
Note: Ratings vary by tyre size. View a specific tyre size to see the rating for that tyre.
Noise level
66
66
71
71
The external noise generated by the tyre.
Note: Ratings vary by tyre size. View a specific tyre size to see the rating for that tyre.
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EU ratings vary by the tyre size. Enter your full tyre size to see exact values.
4 out of 5
Fuel efficiency and noise level.
5 out of 5
Handling and braking performance on wet roads.
4 out of 5
Handling and braking performance on dry roads.
5 out of 5
Control and grip in cold weather conditions (snow, ice, slush and wet).
Based on Goodyear internal tests
Germany, 2012
Size: 165/70R14
Satisfying 2,8
Germany, 2012
Size: 205/55R16 91H
Good
"Well balanced tire, best rating in wet, also good in snow"
Germany, 2012
Size: 205/55R16 91H
Good 2,3
Germany, 2012
Size: 205/55R16 91H
Recommendable
"Well balanced and safe in snow, exemplary aquaplaning performance, precise steering, silent and good comfort."
Germany, 2012
Size: 205/55R16 91H
Very Recommendable
"Very good in aquaplaning, safe handling and good side grip in wet"
Germany, 2012
Size: 205/55R16 91H
Very Recommendable
"The Goodyear UG8 rolls to place 3 with a very well balanced driving performances."
Germany, 2012
205/55R16 91H
Good
"Very Good Aquaplaning behaviour, safe handling and high side grip in wet, good in snow braking."
Germany, 2012
215/65R16
Very recommendable
United Kingdom, 2012
205/55R16
4th of 5
"Top score on all dry-road-tasks."
MISSED
Germany, 2011
Size: 205/55 R16 91H
Highly recommended
This tyre has been selected as the factory-fitted tire on these models:
VW Caddy
Mitsubishi Canter
Iveco Daily - 50c
Ford C-Max
BMW 1-Series
Benefit from shorter braking distances when it matters most, thanks to Goodyear’s 3D-BIS Technology®. This interlocking block system helps deliver braking distances on snow that are one meter shorter than the average performance of competitors’ winter tyres.*
Enjoy confident grip in all cold-weather conditions. The winter tread compound maintains high grip levels at temperatures below 7 °C. The compound is long-wearing to give you extra mileage from your winter tyres.
Goodyear’s 3D BIS Technology® improves handling in unpredictable winter weather – from wet and dry roads, to ice, snow and slush. The optimized tyre shape puts more rubber in contact with the road, increasing control in slippery conditions. The UltraGrip 8 maintains handling performance even as the tire wears, thanks to a next generation V-tread design.
The UltraGrip 8 reduces the risk of aquaplaning on slushy or wet roads. A double V-groove – one groove for evacuating water and one for gripping snow – ensures good control in wet and thawing conditions. When tested against competitors' tires, the UltraGrip 8 offered 16% better resistance to aquaplaning on curved roads.**
*UltraGrip 8 delivered 3% shorter braking distances when compared to the average performance of two leading competitors. Braking distances on snow from 50km/h to 5km/h tested by TÜV SÜD Automotive in December 2010; Tyre Size: 205/55R16 91H; Test Car: VW Golf VI; Location: Ivalo, Finland; report # 76244609
** Compared to the average performance of two leading competitors. Tested by TÜV SÜD Automotive in December 2010; Tyre Size: 205/55R16 91H; Test Car: VW Golf VI; location: Ivalo, Finland and Montpelier Ice Rink, Mireval, France; Report # 76244609
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