Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
- TR Score
- 9.5/10
- Owners say
- 85% · 16
- TR Score
- 9.7/10
- Owners say
- 86% · 228
The Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo and the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 have met in 4 independent tests and the record is level at 2-2. The Potenza Sport Evo held 3.3% more grip in curved aquaplaning; the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 had 7.9% lower rolling resistance.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose the Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo if your priority is the sharpest, most confidence-inspiring handling-especially in the wet-and you're willing to accept higher noise, higher rolling resistance, and typically weaker cost efficiency. Choose the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 if you want near-elite performance with noticeably better comfort/refinement and substantially better long-term economics (efficiency and mileage), making it the stronger daily-driver and high-mileage performance pick.
Where the Potenza Sport Evo is stronger
- Stronger wet handling across the shared data (wins 3/3), with test feedback highlighting safe, controllable dynamics and broad grip reserves
- More dynamic/precise handling character in qualitative reports (direct steering, agile behavior), including standout performance in the SUV/gravel context
- Competitive braking performance overall, including multiple wet-braking wins (e.g., 52.3 m vs 53.4 m in the SUV test; 33.1 m vs 33.3 m in Sport Auto)
Where the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is stronger
- Lower noise and better comfort trend (wins noise in all shared tests; Sport Auto subjective comfort 10 vs 7 points)
- Lower rolling resistance/greater efficiency in every shared test where measured (e.g., 7.24 vs 8.57 kg/t in the SUV test)
- Exceptional projected longevity and ownership value in Autobild (63,830 km vs 51,860 km; value 12.22 vs 16.39 price/1000)
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.
Potenza Sport Evo vs Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 at a glance
| Category | Potenza Sport Evo | Gap | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 |
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| Shared tests won4 shared tests | 2 | 2 | |
| Dry9 measurements | 3 | Level between the two. | 3 |
| Wet18 measurements | 11 | The Potenza Sport Evo held 3.3% more grip in curved aquaplaning (3 tests) | 5 |
| Off road4 measurements | 2 | Level between the two. | 2 |
| Comfort5 measurements | 0 | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 3.9 dB quieter (3 tests) | 4 |
| Value5 measurements | 0 | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 had 7.9% lower rolling resistance (3 tests) | 5 |
| Tyre Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.5/10 | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 by 0.2 | 9.7/10 |
| Owner rating16 and 228 reviews | 85% | Too close to call | 86% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 86% | The Potenza Sport Evo by 3 points | 83% |
| Pricein the 3 tests that listed prices | +8.7% | The Potenza Sport Evo was dearer in 3 of 3 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 115 | 77 sizes made in both | 130 |
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 4 tests in 2026
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 | Potenza Sport Evo | Field | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 |
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| 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | P2 of 9 | P4 of 9 | |
| 2026 Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test | P1 of 7 | P2 of 7 | |
| 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test | P11 of 20 | P2 of 20 | |
| 2026 Summer Braking Super Tyre Test - How do 52 Tyres Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? | P11 of 50 | P8 of 50 |
Performance profile
12 measurements from the 4 shared tests, each tyre shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Potenza Sport Evo
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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. 7 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Potenza Sport Evo
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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
Potenza Sport Evo
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Owners rate the Potenza Sport Evo 85% from 16 reviews and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 86% from 228. 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 | Potenza Sport Evo | Gap | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Wins | ||||||||||||||||
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| 33.98 | 0.1% | 34.03 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 106.7 | 0.6% | 106.1 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| scored | 4.1% | scored | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 39.43 | 0.6% | 39.28 | 2-2 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 75.87 | 0.7% | 75.33 | 3-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| scored | 12.5% | scored | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 8.58 | 1.1% | 8.49 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 17.32 | 1.1% | 17.54 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 86.97 | 0.4% | 87.37 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 2.71 | 3.3% | 2.84 | 2-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 64.2 | 0.5% | 63.9 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 10,199 | 4% | 10,610 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 8,897 | 16% | 10,317 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 2,879 | 0.5% | 2,864 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| scored | 21.4% | scored | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 72.57 | 3.9 dB | 68.63 | 0-3 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 51,860 | 23.1% | 63,830 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 8.67 | 7.9% | 7.99 | 0-3 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 1,533 | 5.1% | 1,455 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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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 Potenza Sport Evo scores 9.5 and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 9.7 out of 10.
| Potenza Sport Evo | Category | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | ||
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| 98 | Dry | 95 | ||
| 97 | Wet | 93 | ||
| 11 | Comfort | 83 | ||
| 20 | Value | 69 | ||
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
| Potenza Sport Evo | Category | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | ||
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| 8.8 | Dry Grip | 9.3 | ||
| 8.6 | Wet Grip | 9 | ||
| 8.4 | Road Feedback | 8.8 | ||
| 9.2 | Handling | 8.9 | ||
| 7.8 | Wear | 7.6 | ||
| 7.7 | Comfort | 8.3 | ||
Owners rate the Potenza Sport Evo 85% from 16 reviews and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 86% from 228. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
- 85%from 16 reviews
- 86%would buy again
- 71,803 milesdriven by reviewers
Drivers report the Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo delivers outstanding dry grip and exceptionally strong wet traction, with very sharp turn-in and confident, stable handling that suits fast road use and even track days. Many also feel wear and track durability are improved versus the older Potenza Sport, and value-for-money is frequently praised against Michelin/Continental rivals. The main recurring drawback is higher road noise and a firmer, stiff-sidewall ride, which can reduce refinement on quieter cars.
- Excellent dry grip
- Very strong wet grip and confidence in rain/cold conditions
- Sharp steering response and quick turn-in
- Stable, predictable handling with strong braking/traction
- Noticeably higher road noise/roar
- Firm ride and stiff sidewalls (reduced comfort/refinement for some)
Summarised by AI from 13 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 16 Potenza Sport Evo reviewsBefore switching to the Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo (in size 205/45/17), I had the Yokohama Advan Neova RS (in size 205/55/17). The difference is night and day—in favor of the Bridgestones. Their grip and user-friendliness are on an entirely different level; they are in a different league compared to the unacceptable Yokohama Advan Neova RS, whose only real advantage was minimal wear.
The Bridgestones seem much more prone to wear, but that’s a fair trade-off given their excellent performance—after all, you can’t have everything. I can’t comment on their performance in the rain, as I haven’t had the chance to drive in such conditions yet.
To wrap up, they are quiet and feature a very solid sidewall—though perhaps not quite as good as those found on older Bridgestone models.
I recommend them without hesitation!
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.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tyre: 115 sizes of the Potenza Sport Evo and 130 of the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, 77 of them made in both.
| Category | Potenza Sport Evo | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 115 sizes, 16 to 22 inch | 130 sizes, 17 to 23 inch |
| Made in both | 77 sizes 205/40 R17205/45 R17205/50 R17205/55 R17215/40 R17215/45 R17225/45 R17225/50 R17225/55 R17235/45 R17245/40 R17245/45 R17and 65 more | |
| EU label wet grip | A99%B1% | A93%B7% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C67%D30%B3% | C40%A33%B26%D1% |
| EU label noise | 71-73 dB B100% | 68-73 dB A59%B41% |
| On the market since | 2025 | - |
| Replaced | Bridgestone Potenza Sport (2021) | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 (2021) |
| Awards | Winner: Supersports Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2026/27) | 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) |
| Price in the shared tests | The Potenza Sport Evo was the dearer tyre in 3 of the 3 tests that listed prices, by 8.7% 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.
Previous generation: Bridgestone Potenza Sport vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 (15 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.
Bridgestone's Potenza Sport Evo and Goodyear's Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 sit in the same “max-performance summer” bracket, but the shared tests show they go about speed in different ways. Across four 2026 comparisons (including two in 245/45 R19), Bridgestone tends to chase outright lap-time feel and wet-corner confidence, while Goodyear leans into all-round usability-quieter, more efficient, and (in at least one major test) dramatically longer-lasting.
The headline is that both are genuinely fast tyres with premium-level safety margins, but the deciding factors are usually not peak grip-they're the way each tyre behaves at the limit (stability vs. sharpness), and the ownership costs (rolling resistance, noise, wear, and value scores). Those trade-offs become very clear when you line up the wet-handling pattern versus Goodyear's efficiency and mileage advantage.
Conclusion
On performance driving metrics, the Potenza Sport Evo most consistently looks like the “driver's tyre” in these shared results-especially in wet handling, where it wins 3 out of 3 direct comparisons and is repeatedly described as agile, direct, and controllable with broad reserves. It also has strong wet safety credentials in the SUV test, beating the Goodyear in wet braking (52.3 m vs 53.4 m) and key aquaplaning measures there (87.2 vs 84.8 km/h straight-line). If your priority is confidence and precision on a challenging road or spirited driving, Bridgestone's dynamic bias comes through.
The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, however, builds a stronger case as the best everyday high-performance choice. It is consistently quieter (e.g., 67.0 vs 72.4 dB in the SUV test; 70.8 vs 73.8 dB in Autobild) and consistently more efficient (rolling resistance wins in all three tests where measured, including 7.24 vs 8.57 kg/t in the SUV test). Most importantly for ownership cost, Autobild projects a huge wear advantage for Goodyear (63,830 km vs 51,860 km) and a markedly better value metric (12.22 vs 16.39 price/1000). Net: Bridgestone is the sharper tool; Goodyear is the smarter long-term buy.
Practical takeaway: if you'll actually use the tyre's limit (wet backroads, fast road, occasional track-style driving), the Bridgestone's handling dominance is hard to ignore-just expect more noise and higher running costs. If you want near-top-tier performance with noticeably better refinement and cost efficiency, the Goodyear is the more balanced recommendation.
Potenza Sport Evo vs Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6: your questions
Is the Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo or the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 the better tyre?
The Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo and the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 have met in 4 independent tests and the record is level at 2-2. On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Potenza Sport Evo scores 9.5 and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 9.7 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Potenza Sport Evo or the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6?
The Potenza Sport Evo led 11 of the 18 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it held 3.3% more grip in curved aquaplaning across 3 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
Across the shared tests the dry measurements are split 3-3 between the Potenza Sport Evo and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 had 7.9% lower rolling resistance (3 tests). Owners rate wear 7.8/10 for the Potenza Sport Evo and 7.6/10 for the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 3.9 dB quieter (3 tests). Owners rate comfort 7.7/10 for the Potenza Sport Evo and 8.3/10 for the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Potenza Sport Evo 85% from 16 reviews and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 86% from 228. 86% of Potenza Sport Evo owners would buy it again, against 83% for the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Which is more expensive?
In the 3 tests that listed prices, the Potenza Sport Evo was the dearer tyre in 3 of them, by 8.7% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Potenza Sport Evo is made in 115 sizes (16 to 22 inch) and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 in 130 (17 to 23 inch). 77 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Potenza Sport Evo is graded A for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 A and C.
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Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tyres ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
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