Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs Pirelli P Zero PZ5
- TR Score
- 9.7/10
- Owners say
- 86% · 228
- TR Score
- 9.4/10
- Owners say
- 94% · 20
In the 2 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Pirelli P Zero PZ5 finished ahead 2 times and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 not once. The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 had 3.4% lower rolling resistance; the P Zero PZ5 stopped 6.7% shorter in the wet.
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Which should you buy?
Choose Pirelli P Zero PZ5 if you want the fastest, grippiest option for spirited road use and wet confidence. Choose Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 if you prioritize efficiency, aquaplaning security, and value without giving up much dry performance.
Where the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is stronger
- Best straight and curved aquaplaning resistance in both tests
- Lower rolling resistance (up to ~4-5% advantage)
- Very low external noise and composed road manners
Where the P Zero PZ5 is stronger
- Class-leading dry and wet handling; two overall test wins
- Shorter dry and wet braking (e.g., −3-10% in key runs)
- High comfort and low cabin noise in independent scoring
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs P Zero PZ5 at a glance
| Category | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Gap | P Zero PZ5 |
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| Shared tests won2 shared tests | 0 | 2 | |
| Dry5 measurements | 1 | The P Zero PZ5 stopped 2% shorter in the dry (2 tests) | 4 |
| Wet10 measurements | 4 | The P Zero PZ5 stopped 6.7% shorter in the wet (2 tests) | 6 |
| Comfort3 measurements | 1 | 2 | |
| Value2 measurements | 2 | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 had 3.4% lower rolling resistance (2 tests) | 0 |
| Tyre Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.7/10 | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 by 0.3 | 9.4/10 |
| Owner rating228 and 20 reviews | 86% | The P Zero PZ5 by 8 points | 94% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 83% | The P Zero PZ5 by 17 points | 100% |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tyres; a tick marks the tyre ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 2 tests in 2025
Each row is one published test in which both tyres ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Field | P Zero PZ5 |
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| 2025 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | P6 of 9 | P1 of 9 | |
| Best Performance Tyres For 2025 | P2 of 7 | P1 of 7 |
Performance profile
7 measurements from the 2 shared tests, each tyre shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
P Zero PZ5
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 36 m stop against 34.2 m is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 96%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 6 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
P Zero PZ5
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Not ahead in any category
P Zero PZ5
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Owners rate the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 86% from 228 reviews and the P Zero PZ5 94% from 20. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tyres posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
| Measurement | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Gap | P Zero PZ5 | Wins | ||||||||
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| 34.93 | 2% | 34.23 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| 82.69 | 0.9% | 81.92 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| scored | 2.6% | scored | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 28.72 | 6.7% | 26.64 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| 97.7 | 1.7% | 95.96 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| scored | 5.6% | scored | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 28.3 | 1.1% | 28 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 80.3 | 1.3% | 79.25 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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| 1.97 | 0.8% | 1.96 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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| scored | 5.3% | scored | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| scored | 10.7% | scored | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 71.2 | 1 dB | 72.2 | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 8.17 | 3.4% | 8.45 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tyres shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scores 9.7 and the P Zero PZ5 9.4 out of 10.
| Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Category | P Zero PZ5 | ||
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| 95 | Dry | 95 | ||
| 93 | Wet | 95 | ||
| 83 | Comfort | 37 | ||
| 69 | Value | 19 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Category | P Zero PZ5 | ||
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| 9.3 | Dry Grip | 9.9 | ||
| 9 | Wet Grip | 9.6 | ||
| 8.8 | Road Feedback | 9.6 | ||
| 8.9 | Handling | 9.6 | ||
| 7.6 | Wear | 8.8 | ||
| 8.3 | Comfort | 8.7 | ||
Owners rate the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 86% from 228 reviews and the P Zero PZ5 94% from 20. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
- 86%from 228 reviews
- 83%would buy again
- 1,941,005 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners rate the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 highly overall (84.8% average), most consistently praising its strong dry and wet grip, with many also noting reassuring handling. Around half of reviewers who mention it say it's noticeably quieter than what they replaced, and comfort is commonly described as a step up for a UHP tyre. Longevity is the main talking point: tread life feedback is genuinely split, with a similar number reporting strong mileage as those seeing faster wear. A smaller but recurring complaint is a softer, less supported feel (and occasional extra noise on coarse surfaces) for drivers wanting a firmer, more precise response.
- Excellent dry grip with lots of confidence
- Very strong wet grip for a summer UHP tyre
- Lower road noise than many rivals and OEM fitments
- Comfortable ride for everyday use
- Tread life is inconsistent: some see great mileage, others rapid wear
- Can be noisy on rough or coarse asphalt for a noticeable minority
- Soft sidewall feel can reduce precision and make responses feel less supported
Summarised by AI from 204 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 228 Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 reviewsFirstly I'd like to correct/add to something I said in a review about the Mich PS4 where I mentioned the Asy 6s didn't seem to be doing much better. It seems the last bit of tread in the Asy 6s last much longer!, going from 3mm @12.6k to 1.7mm (a bit close!) @21k, so they last much longer than the PS4 tyres on the rear! (The PS4 tyres only lasted 13.2k miles!!).
For a BMW 330d 2010.
Pirelli P Zero PZ5
- 94%from 20 reviews
- 100%would buy again
- 120,924 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners are overwhelmingly happy with the Pirelli P Zero PZ5, praising its strong dry grip and confident, sporty handling, with many also highlighting improved comfort for a UHP tyre. Around two in five owners comment on steering feel, and while the balance is generally positive, a noticeable minority report a softer or more muted initial response compared with sharper rivals. A smaller group mentions trade-offs such as higher rolling resistance and slightly weaker dry braking, while road noise feedback is mixed rather than clearly better or worse.
- Outstanding dry grip and traction
- Sporty, confidence-inspiring dry handling
- More comfortable than expected for a UHP tyre
- Strong wet grip and confidence in rain
- Steering can feel muted or slower on initial turn-in
- Rolling resistance higher, hurting fuel economy
- Dry braking can feel a bit longer than key rivals
Summarised by AI from 17 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 20 P Zero PZ5 reviewsPreviously had continental sportcontact 5p and michelin pilot supersports and the pirellis are way better especially in the wet. So much confidence.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
| Category | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | P Zero PZ5 |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Replaced | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 (2021) | Pirelli P Zero PZ4 |
| Awards | Recommended: Best Tyres for Hot Hatches (Compact Sports Cars) (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Winner: SUV Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2024) Winner: Performance Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2023) | Winner: Supersports Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2025) |
Previous generation: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs Pirelli P Zero PZ4 (9 shared tests)
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This head-to-head pitches two max-performance summer heavyweights against each other: Goodyear's proven Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and Pirelli's new-generation P Zero PZ5. Tested back-to-back in 225/40 R18 across two reputable 2025 programmes, the data shows a clear split in priorities: outright pace and precision versus efficiency and all-round civility.
Across both tests, the PZ5 consistently set the benchmark in dry and wet grip and lap time, taking two overall wins. The Goodyear countered with stronger aquaplaning resistance, lower rolling resistance, and competitive road manners. The margins matter: Pirelli's gains in braking and handling are meaningful in the wet and measurable in the dry, while Goodyear's economy and deep-water stability appeal for daily use.
Conclusion
If your priority is maximum on-road performance-shortest stops, fastest laps, most confidence on a wet B-road-the Pirelli P Zero PZ5 is the standout. It swept dry and wet handling and braking across both tests, added top-tier comfort and low noise, and twice took the overall win. Its only notable trade-off is slightly higher rolling resistance and marginally weaker aquaplaning than the Goodyear.
For balanced daily driving, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 remains a superb all-rounder. It delivers class-leading straight and curved aquaplaning performance, lower fuel/energy use, and very low measured noise, with agreeable steering feel. It trails the Pirelli by small amounts in dry metrics and by more meaningful gaps in wet braking and lap time, but it's often the better value buy. In short: PZ5 for peak pace and confidence, Asymmetric 6 for efficiency and wet-weather stability at a keener price.
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs P Zero PZ5: your questions
Is the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 or the Pirelli P Zero PZ5 the better tyre?
In the 2 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Pirelli P Zero PZ5 finished ahead 2 times and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 not once. On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scores 9.7 and the P Zero PZ5 9.4 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 or the P Zero PZ5?
The P Zero PZ5 led 6 of the 10 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 6.7% shorter in the wet across 2 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The P Zero PZ5 led 4 of the 5 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 2% shorter in the dry across 2 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 had 3.4% lower rolling resistance (2 tests). Owners rate wear 7.6/10 for the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and 8.8/10 for the P Zero PZ5.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 8.3/10 for the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and 8.7/10 for the P Zero PZ5.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 86% from 228 reviews and the P Zero PZ5 94% from 20. 83% of Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 owners would buy it again, against 100% for the P Zero PZ5.
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