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. 235/45 R17 is 60mm wider than the narrowest dimension (175) and 80mm narrower than the widest one (315). This tyre profile of 45 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 45% of the tyre width (235mm), which results in 105.75mm sidewall height. In 235/45 R17, there is only one possible speed index for GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3 - "V", which is good for speeds up to 240 km/h. In 235/45 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.
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (235/45 R17)
AUTOBILD Winter tyre test 2024 235/35 R19 exemplary Ranked #2 of 10The Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 secured an impressive 2nd place among 10 competitors in a rigorous winter tyre test. It earned an "Exemplary" rating, reflecting its high level of balanced performance. The testers highlighted the tyre's exceptional handling in both wet and dry conditions, along with precise steering response. It consistently performed well in snowy conditions, excelling particularly in dry braking, rolling resistance, wet circle cornering, and wet handling. Although its performance was noted as outstanding overall, braking in snow was identified as a minor drawback.