Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3
- TR Score
- 9.7/10
- Owners say
- 86% · 228
- TR Score
- 8.9/10
- Owners say
- 76% · 84
In the 9 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 finished ahead 8 times and the Ventus S1 evo 3 once. The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 lasted 45.8% longer in the wear tests; the Ventus S1 evo 3 stopped 4.1% shorter in the wet.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Pick the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 for the strongest all-round performance, sporty steering, superior wet handling/aquaplaning security, and long life. Choose the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 if you prioritise lower purchase price and excellent wet braking with comfortable, safe road manners.
Where the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is stronger
- Class-leading dry braking and dry handling across multiple tests
- Strong wet handling and curved aquaplaning resistance
- Low rolling resistance and low noise for a UHP tyre
Where the Ventus S1 evo 3 is stronger
- Excellent wet braking, often among the very best
- Competitive pricing and good price-performance ratio
- Safe, predictable balance with good refinement
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 Ventus S1 evo 3 at a glance
| Category | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Gap | Ventus S1 evo 3 |
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| Shared tests won9 shared tests | 8 | 1 | |
| Dry16 measurements | 15 | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped 0.8% shorter in the dry (7 tests) | 1 |
| Wet31 measurements | 21 | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 held 11.3% more grip in curved aquaplaning (5 tests) | 9 |
| Comfort8 measurements | 6 | 2 | |
| Value9 measurements | 8 | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 lasted 45.8% longer in the wear tests (2 tests) | 0 |
| Tyre Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.7/10 | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 by 0.8 | 8.9/10 |
| Owner rating228 and 84 reviews | 86% | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 by 10 points | 76% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 83% | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 by 15 points | 68% |
| Pricein the 5 tests that listed prices | +18.6% | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was dearer in 5 of 5 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 130 | 52 sizes made in both | 110 |
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 9 tests, 2022 to 2024
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 | Ventus S1 evo 3 |
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| 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | P2 of 8 | P5 of 8 | |
| The BEST Performance Tyres Tested | P3 of 6 | P4 of 6 | |
| 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test | P1 of 20 | P12 of 20 | |
| 2023 AutoBild Sports Car Summer Tyre Test | P3 of 13 | P6 of 13 | |
| 2023 Summer Tyre Market Overview | P2 of 50 | P1 of 50 | |
| 2022 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | P2 of 7 | P4 of 7 | |
| 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tyre Test | P1 of 10 | P2 of 10 | |
| 2022/23 Tyre Reviews 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test | P1 of 9 | P3 of 9 | |
| 2022 AMS Performance Summer Tyre Test | P1 of 10 | P3 of 10 |
Performance profile
15 measurements from the 9 shared tests, each tyre shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Ventus S1 evo 3
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 90%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 5 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
Ventus S1 evo 3
Not ahead in any category
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
Ventus S1 evo 3
Not ahead in any category
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Owners rate the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 86% from 228 reviews and the Ventus S1 evo 3 76% from 84. 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.
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| 33.54 | 0.8% | 33.8 | 7-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 82.64 | 1.6% | 84 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 119.7 | 1.1% | 118.4 | 3-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 35.61 | 4.1% | 34.1 | 1-6 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 31.4 | 6.1% | 29.5 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 40.5 | 6.7% | 43.4 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 78 | 1.3% | 79.03 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 81.6 | 1.6% | 80.28 | 4-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 6.67 | 2% | 6.54 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 11.21 | 2.3% | 11.48 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 84.03 | 2% | 82.58 | 4-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 3.61 | 11.3% | 3.2 | 5-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 70.08 | 0.4 dB | 70.48 | 4-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 44,627 | 45.8% | 29,216 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 8.18 | 4.5% | 8.57 | 5-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 72.4 | 25.4% | 97 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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 Ventus S1 evo 3 8.9 out of 10.
| Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Category | Ventus S1 evo 3 | ||
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| 95 | Dry | 84 | ||
| 93 | Wet | 87 | ||
| 83 | Comfort | 55 | ||
| 69 | Value | 38 | ||
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 | Ventus S1 evo 3 | ||
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| 9.3 | Dry Grip | 8.4 | ||
| 9 | Wet Grip | 8.2 | ||
| 8.8 | Road Feedback | 7.3 | ||
| 8.9 | Handling | 7.5 | ||
| 7.6 | Wear | 7 | ||
| 8.3 | Comfort | 7.7 | ||
Owners rate the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 86% from 228 reviews and the Ventus S1 evo 3 76% from 84. 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.
Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3
- 76%from 84 reviews
- 68%would buy again
- 951,778 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners generally rate the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 as a strong all-rounder, with nearly two thirds of reviews scoring it positively (73% average). The most consistent praise is for secure dry and wet grip, backed up by good comfort and relatively low road noise for a UHP tyre. Wear is more mixed: many report good mileage, but around one in eight owners complain of faster-than-expected tread life. The standout drawback is feel at the wheel, with roughly a quarter of owners describing muted or vague steering response, and a smaller group mentioning earlier aquaplaning than rivals.
- Strong dry grip
- Reassuring wet grip
- Quiet running for its class
- Comfortable, absorbs bumps well
- Muted or vague steering response and feedback
- Tread life can be disappointing for some
- Aquaplanes sooner than some rivals in standing water
Summarised by AI from 78 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 84 Ventus S1 evo 3 reviewsGiven this is one of extremly few tires in the size i needed its a great tire. pushing 420 hp to the rear wheels of my porsche 911 it never let go until it was worn down, and then just in wet conditions. its a safe well handling tire with great even wear, the 911 is know for wearing down the insides.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tyre: 130 sizes of the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and 110 of the Ventus S1 evo 3, 52 of them made in both.
| Category | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Ventus S1 evo 3 |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 130 sizes, 17 to 23 inch | 110 sizes, 17 to 22 inch |
| Made in both | 52 sizes 205/45 R17205/55 R17205/65 R17215/45 R17225/45 R17225/50 R17225/55 R17235/55 R17245/45 R17225/40 R18225/45 R18225/50 R18and 40 more | |
| EU label wet grip | A93%B7% | A79%B17%C5% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C40%A33%B26%D1% | C65%A14%B13%D8% |
| EU label noise | 68-73 dB A59%B41% | 67-75 dB B79%A21% |
| On the market since | - | 2021 |
| Replaced | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 (2021) | Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 (2021) |
| Replaced by | - | Hankook Ventus Evo |
| 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) | Commended: Best Tyres for Hot Hatches (DriverReviews, 2024/25) |
| Price in the shared tests | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was the dearer tyre in 5 of the 5 tests that listed prices, by 18.6% on average. Each test priced the tyres in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
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 pits two proven max-performance summer tyres against each other: Goodyear's Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and Hankook's Ventus S1 evo 3. Across nine shared tests, the Goodyear consistently finishes at or near the top, with standout results in dry braking/handling, wet handling, rolling resistance, noise, and longevity. The Hankook counters with excellent straight-line wet braking and keen value, often undercutting rivals on price while delivering safe, predictable behaviour.
Conclusion
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is the more complete performer. It dominates dry performance, leads most wet handling and aquaplaning metrics, rides quietly, rolls efficiently, and lasts significantly longer in wear testing-translating to strong long-term value despite a higher purchase price. The Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 shines for short wet braking and attractive pricing, but it trails in steering precision, aquaplaning resistance, wear, and overall balance. For drivers who prioritise dynamic ability, confidence in mixed conditions, and lifecycle value, choose the Goodyear. Budget-conscious buyers who mainly want strong straight-line wet stopping at a lower upfront cost will be satisfied with the Hankook.
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs Ventus S1 evo 3: your questions
Is the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 or the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 the better tyre?
In the 9 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 finished ahead 8 times and the Ventus S1 evo 3 once. On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scores 9.7 and the Ventus S1 evo 3 8.9 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 or the Ventus S1 evo 3?
The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 led 21 of the 31 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it held 11.3% more grip in curved aquaplaning across 5 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 led 15 of the 16 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 0.8% shorter in the dry across 7 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 lasted 45.8% longer in the wear tests (2 tests) and had 4.5% lower rolling resistance (6 tests). Owners rate wear 7.6/10 for the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and 7/10 for the Ventus S1 evo 3.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 8.3/10 for the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and 7.7/10 for the Ventus S1 evo 3.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 86% from 228 reviews and the Ventus S1 evo 3 76% from 84. 83% of Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 owners would buy it again, against 68% for the Ventus S1 evo 3.
Which is more expensive?
In the 5 tests that listed prices, the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was the dearer tyre in 5 of them, by 18.6% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is made in 130 sizes (17 to 23 inch) and the Ventus S1 evo 3 in 110 (17 to 22 inch). 52 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is graded A for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Ventus S1 evo 3 A and C.
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