GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3 is a winter tyre made in total of 157 sizes, ranging from R14 to R14 - this particular dimension is R17, which means it fits to a 17 inch/431.8mm diameter wheel. 205/50 R17 is 30mm wider than the narrowest dimension (175) and 110mm narrower than the widest one (315). This tyre profile of 50 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 50% of the tyre width (205mm), which results in 102.5mm sidewall height. In 205/50 R17, there are 2 possible speed indexes for GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3 - "H","V", which are good for speeds up to 210, 240 km/h. In 205/50 R17, UltraGrip Performance 3 usually competes against WinterContact TS 870 P, which is a tyre from Continental with a rating of 95%, compared to 97% of the GoodYear in question.
AUTOBILD Winter tyre test 2024 205/55 R16 exemplary Ranked #2 of 20The Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 secured an impressive 2nd place out of 20 competitors, receiving the esteemed final rating of "Exemplary." It demonstrated remarkable winter capabilities with faultless performance, ensuring safe handling in all weather conditions and delivering convincingly good mileage. However, it comes with a higher price point. The tyre stood out particularly in the disciplines of Comfort and Snow braking, showcasing its excellence in providing a smooth ride and reliable performance on snowy surfaces.