Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 285/45R20
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 285/45R20 XL 112V Performance Winter / Snow Tire 117102564
π‘ Is the Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 285/45R20 a Good Tire?
The Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 285/45R20 is a winter performance tire designed for full-size SUVs and light trucks. It delivers strong snow and slush traction with adequate dry handling thanks to its directional tread pattern and winter compound technology. Ride comfort is firm but controlled, with moderate road noise typical of winter tires, while tread life is average for its specialized category. Rated 3.5/5 by TirePath editorial testing, it provides reliable winter safety but lacks the refined on-road comfort of all-season alternatives during warmer months. Currently priced from $347.77, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 285/45R20 is a performance winter tire designed for luxury sedan and sporty coupe drivers who prioritize maintaining sporting characteristics and enhanced traction in winter conditions. Its tread design and compound focus on flexibility at low temperatures while providing reliable grip on snow, ice, wet, and dry surfaces. The tire features an optimized polymer and advanced silica compound that maintains flexibility in cold temperatures, molded into a directional tread pattern for effective water and slush evacuation.
Three-dimensional TredLock Technology sipes lock together to enhance handling on dry and wet roads while providing biting edges for packed snow and ice traction. With 4 driver evaluations providing real-world feedback, the tire demonstrates balanced winter performance capabilities for performance-oriented vehicles. Compared to all-season performance tires, it prioritizes winter traction and cold-weather flexibility while maintaining the handling characteristics expected in luxury and sport applications.
Overall, it's a solid choice for high-performance vehicles used primarily for year-round driving in regions with regular winter weather conditions.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
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Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 285/45R20 βοΈ Dedicated winter tire | $347.77 | β N/A (4 reviews) | Luxury sedan winter driving | βοΈ Winter |
βοΈ Dedicated winter tire | $282.26 | β N/A | Winter driving in snow and ice conditions | βοΈ Winter |
βοΈ Dedicated winter tire | $291.25 | β Excellent (265 reviews) | SUV owners in snow-prone regions | βοΈ Winter |
βοΈ Summer performance | $329.99 | β Excellent (85 reviews) | Performance SUV and crossover daily driving | βοΈ Summer |
π£οΈ Touring all-season | $359.99 | β Excellent (701 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in crossovers and small SUVs | π€οΈ All Season |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"A budget-friendly choice that delivers solid winter traction and handling for performance-oriented drivers who need reliable cold-weather grip. The premium price point may deter cost-conscious buyers seeking basic winter protection."




