Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs Linglong Sport Master
Across eight shared professional tests in multiple sizes (from 205/45 R17 up to 245/45 R19), the pattern is consistent: Goodyear is the better all-rounder with stronger handling, aquaplaning resistance, efficiency and-crucially-far higher projected mileage. Linglong's story is narrower but important: it repeatedly delivers class-leading or near-leading wet braking (including 25.2 m vs 27.5 m in a 245/45 R19 braking shootout), which can be compelling if your priority is emergency stopping distance over broader dynamic performance and long-term costs.
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 eight tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | six | |
| Linglong Sport Master | two |
While it might look like the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is better than the Linglong Sport Master 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
- Consistently top overall rankings across large tests (e.g., 1/21, 2/20) with strong balance rather than one-trick performance
- Clear advantage in handling precision and controllability, especially dry (e.g., 113.8 vs 112.0 km/h in Sport Auto 2026; subjective dry 9 vs 6)
- Much higher projected mileage and better cost per km (e.g., 63,830 km vs 35,570 km in Auto Bild 2026; 54,020 km vs 22,570 km in Auto Bild 2025)
- Stronger efficiency and aquaplaning safety margins (wins rolling resistance and both straight/curved aquaplaning in every shared test where measured)
- Outstanding wet braking performance across multiple sources (wins wet braking in 5/8 shared tests; as low as 25.2 m in the braking shootout)
- Often competitive in pure braking even on dry in some tests (e.g., Auto Bild 2026: 33.9 m vs 34.5 m)
- Lower purchase price in reported tests (e.g., ~27% cheaper in Auto Bild 2023 and Sports Car 2023 contexts)
- Can deliver strong 'headline' safety metric results for emergency stops in wet conditions, sometimes best-in-test
Dry Braking
Looking at data from eight tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during six dry braking tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped the vehicle in 1.45% less distance than the Linglong Sport Master.
Best In Dry Braking: 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 1.93% faster around a lap than the Linglong Sport Master.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during two subj. dry handling tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scored 29.41% more points than the Linglong Sport Master.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from eight tyre tests, the Linglong Sport Master was better during five wet braking tests. On average the Linglong Sport Master stopped the vehicle in 1.93% less distance than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Wet Braking: Linglong Sport Master
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during four wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 2.94% faster around a wet lap than the Linglong Sport Master.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one subj. wet handling tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scored 12.5% more points than the Linglong Sport Master.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 had 2.12% higher lateral wet grip than the Linglong Sport Master.
Best In Wet Circle: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during four straight aqua tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 floated at a 2.2% higher speed than the Linglong Sport Master.
Best In Straight Aqua: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from five 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 10.38% higher speed than the Linglong Sport Master.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during three subj. comfort tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scored 9.25% more points than the Linglong Sport Master.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Noise
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during four noise tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 measured 1.07% quieter than the Linglong Sport Master.
Best In Noise: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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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 52.64% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Linglong Sport Master.
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 three value tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 proved to have a 31.52% better value based on price/1000km than the Linglong Sport Master.
Best In Value: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Price
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Linglong Sport Master was better during two price tests. On average the Linglong Sport Master cost 27.55% less than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Price: Linglong Sport Master
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from five 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 7.76% lower rolling resistance than the Linglong Sport Master.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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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 lost 28.04% less particle wear matter than the Linglong Sport Master.
Best In Abrasion: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Real World Driver Reviews
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Driver Reviews
Drivers rate the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 very highly overall, most often praising its strong dry and especially wet grip, short braking distances, and predictable/progressive behavior near the limit. Many also report a comfortable, refined ride for a UHP tyre with good value versus Michelin/Continental rivals. The main recurring downsides are faster-than-expected tread wear for some users and noticeable roar/rumble on rough asphalt, with a smaller but repeated theme of softer sidewalls or slightly numb turn-in/understeer compared with sharper alternatives.
Based on 176 reviews with an average rating of 85%
Linglong Sport Master Driver Reviews
Drivers report mixed results for the Linglong Sport Master. Positives center on good value with acceptable dry grip and adequate wet performance for daily use, plus notably low noise and comfort per some mid/high-scoring reviews. However, several low-scoring reviews cite poor handling confidence-especially in the wet-and one severe case of balance/vibration issues. Overall, it suits budget-focused, non-sporty driving but lacks consistent performance confidence.
Based on 6 reviews with an average rating of 64%
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Conclusion
The Linglong Sport Master's headline advantage is wet braking. It beats the Goodyear in wet braking in 5 of 8 shared tests, sometimes by a meaningful margin (Auto Bild 2026: 39.3 m vs 42.9 m, an 8.39% advantage; braking shootout: 25.2 m vs 27.5 m, 8.36%). In isolation, that's a genuine safety-relevant win. The catch is that several reports describe a narrower, less predictable limit and slower steering response, and the tyre's long-term economics are undermined by dramatically lower wear life.
Value is where the comparison becomes decisive for most drivers: despite a higher purchase price, Goodyear's mileage advantage is enormous-roughly 54,020-63,830 km vs 22,570-35,570 km in Auto Bild data-so cost per distance strongly favors Goodyear (e.g., 6.66 vs 13.11 price/1000 km in Auto Bild 2025). The practical takeaway: Linglong can be a tempting “wet-stopper” on a tight upfront budget, but Goodyear is the tyre you choose when you want consistent dynamics, strong aquaplaning safety margins, and the lowest total cost of ownership over time.
Key Differences
- Overall consistency: Goodyear is near the top of group tests (e.g., 2/20 Auto Bild 2026) while Linglong is typically mid-to-lower pack despite standout braking (e.g., 16/20 Auto Bild 2026; 12/13 Sports Car 2023)
- Wet braking: Linglong frequently stops shorter in the wet (e.g., 39.3 m vs 42.9 m in Auto Bild 2026; 25.2 m vs 27.5 m in the braking shootout), but this doesn't translate into better overall wet performance
- Handling and limit behavior: Goodyear shows more precise steering and higher dry/wet handling speeds, while Linglong is often described as sluggish with a narrower, harder-to-manage limit range
- Aquaplaning resilience: Goodyear repeatedly leads straight and especially curved aquaplaning (e.g., +17.46% curved aquaplaning in Auto Bild 2026), a key real-world wet-safety factor beyond braking
- Wear/total cost: Goodyear's projected mileage is dramatically higher (e.g., 63,830 km vs 35,570 km; 54,020 km vs 22,570 km), making it cheaper per km despite higher purchase price
- Efficiency/refinement: Goodyear generally delivers lower rolling resistance and lower measured noise, improving economy and comfort over long use
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.
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