Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
The data shows a clear performance tilt: Goodyear sweeps all overall comparisons (9/9), repeatedly leading dry and wet braking, handling and wear. Nexen counters with competitive straight‑line and curved aquaplaning in several tests, slightly lower rolling resistance in a few cases, quieter/softer impressions on occasion, and a notably lower purchase price. The question becomes whether the Nexen’s upfront savings and wet‑safety aquaplaning buffer can offset Goodyear’s stronger grip, longevity and lower total cost per 1,000 km in most studies.
Test Results
Independent comparison tyre tests are the best source of data to get tyre information from, and the good news is there have been nine tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | nine |
While it might look like the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is better than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tyres are very complicated objects which means where one tyre is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tyres compare across multiple tyre test categories.
Key Strengths
- Class‑leading dry and wet braking (often 4–8% shorter) and consistently quicker handling laps
- Outstanding wear life and lower cost per 1,000 km despite higher upfront price
- Generally lower noise and rolling resistance with strong all‑round balance
- Lower purchase price with good aquaplaning performance in several tests
- Occasional advantages in comfort/noise and rolling resistance
- Competitive everyday grip for the money
Dry Braking
Looking at data from nine tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during nine dry braking tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped the vehicle in 3.25% less distance than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Dry Braking: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one dry handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 1.88% faster around a lap than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during five dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 2.53% faster around a lap than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from nine tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during eight wet braking tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped the vehicle in 5.31% less distance than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Wet Braking: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped the vehicle in 7.01% less distance than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one wet handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 1.16% faster around a wet lap than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during five wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 3.53% faster around a wet lap than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during three wet circle tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 2.93% faster around a wet circle than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Wet Circle: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from seven tyre tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during four straight aqua tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 floated at a 1.06% higher speed than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Straight Aqua: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during four curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 slipped out at a 5.11% higher speed than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during one subj. comfort tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 scored 6% more points than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
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Noise
Looking at data from seven tyre tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during three noise tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 measured 0.44% quieter than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Noise: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
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Wear
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during three wear tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is predicted to cover 32.82% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Wear: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Value
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during two value tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 proved to have a 15.71% better value based on price/1000km than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Value: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Price
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during five price tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 cost 24.08% less than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Price: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during five rolling resistance tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 had a 6.72% lower rolling resistance than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 performed equally well in fuel consumption tests.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Both tyres performed equally well
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 emitted 0.67% less particle wear matter than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Abrasion: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Real World Driver Reviews
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Driver Reviews
Across 160 driver reviews, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is widely praised for outstanding dry and wet grip, progressive and predictable handling, strong braking, and a surprisingly comfortable, quiet ride for a UHP tyre. Many users report improved confidence and everyday refinement versus previous tyres (including PS4/PS5, PZ4, and various runflats), with good value for money also noted. Minority complaints focus on faster wear and relatively low new tread depth, increased noise on rough asphalt, and a softer sidewall feel that can dull initial turn-in or feel floaty at higher speeds. Overall sentiment is strongly positive for performance-focused daily use.
Based on 173 reviews with an average rating of 86%
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 Driver Reviews
For the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2, most high-scoring reviews praise strong dry and wet grip, predictable handling, acceptable comfort for some, and excellent value. However, a significant portion of mid/low-scoring reviews report fast shoulder wear, durability/quality issues, and higher noise/harshness, especially over time. Overall sentiment is mixed but leans slightly positive due to several very high-rated performance-focused reviews, while longevity and refinement remain common concerns.
Based on 16 reviews with an average rating of 71%
I have now had the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5's, Goodyear Eagle F1 Supersports, Michelin PS4 and even some Avon's (for a brief period) on my current car - a Golf GTI Clubsport 40.
I mix up my driving a lot - lots of motorway driving but also lots of hard street driving and B road blasts, I find it massively important to have the best tyres possible to allow me to push my car as hard as I can in a safe manner.
I was massively impressed with the Asymmetric 5's, the sheer grip... Continue reading this review using the link below
Conclusion
The Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 delivers credible UHP pace for less money and repeatedly shows good aquaplaning reserves (several straight/curved wins) and occasional comfort/noise wins. However, its braking/handling gaps and shorter tread life are meaningful in real‑world safety and value. If you prioritise maximum safety margins, dynamic precision and long‑term economy, choose the Goodyear. If you’re budget‑conscious, drive mostly in everyday conditions, and value aquaplaning stability and comfort, the Nexen remains a sensible, lower‑cost alternative.
Key Differences
- Stopping power: Goodyear consistently brakes shorter in dry and wet (e.g., −8.5% wet in 2025 Auto Bild; −6.6% wet in 2023 overview)
- Longevity and cost: Goodyear wear roughly 16–84% better across tests, yielding lower cost per 1,000 km; Nexen cheaper to buy but wears faster
- Aquaplaning/comfort: Nexen takes multiple straight/curved aquaplaning wins and occasional comfort/noise wins; Goodyear stronger in overall wet grip and handling
Overall Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tyre has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tyre buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tyre industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tyres in the same test.
Why is this important? Tyre testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tyre test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tyre tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tyre Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tyre comparison, Tyre Reviews doesn't.