Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 vs Toyo Celsius AS2
The headline trend is clear: the Goodyear dominates in grip-led safety metrics-especially in the wet and on snow-while the Toyo trades ultimate performance for longer life, lower rolling resistance, and a lower purchase price. Drivers weighing year-round safety margins versus running costs will find a distinct split between these two.
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 ten tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 | ten |
While it might look like the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 is better than the Toyo Celsius AS2 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 wet braking and wet handling across virtually all tests
- Stronger winter capability: shorter snow/ice braking and higher snow traction
- Balanced, precise handling with good comfort and low noise
- Often competitive wear with lower abrasion versus rivals
- Lower rolling resistance and better fuel economy in most tests
- High projected mileage and strong value/pricing
- Stable dry handling and occasionally shorter dry braking
- Good straight/curved aquaplaning resistance in select tests
Dry Braking
Looking at data from ten tyre tests, the Toyo Celsius AS2 was better during eight dry braking tests. On average the Toyo Celsius AS2 stopped the vehicle in 2.2% less distance than the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3.
Best In Dry Braking: Toyo Celsius AS2
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during one dry handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was 2.14% faster around a lap than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during four dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was 0.98% faster around a lap than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during one subj. dry handling tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 scored 10% more points than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
See how the Subj. Dry Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Braking
Looking at data from ten tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during ten wet braking tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 stopped the vehicle in 7.67% less distance than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Wet Braking: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
See how the Wet Braking winner was calculated >>
Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 stopped the vehicle in 7.19% less distance than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during one wet handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was 5.09% faster around a wet lap than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
See how the Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during five wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was 5.3% faster around a wet lap than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
See how the Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during one subj. wet handling tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 scored 12% more points than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
See how the Subj. Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 had 5.01% higher lateral wet grip than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Wet Circle: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from seven tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during four straight aqua tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 floated at a 0.41% higher speed than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Straight Aqua: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
See how the Straight Aqua winner was calculated >>
Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Toyo Celsius AS2 was better during two curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Toyo Celsius AS2 slipped out at a 1.62% higher speed than the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Toyo Celsius AS2
See how the Curved Aquaplaning winner was calculated >>
Snow Braking
Looking at data from seven tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during seven snow braking tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 stopped the vehicle in 5.01% less distance than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Snow Braking: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
See how the Snow Braking winner was calculated >>
Snow Traction
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during one snow traction tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 accelerated 10.05% faster than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Snow Traction: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
See how the Snow Traction winner was calculated >>
Snow Traction
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during five snow traction tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 had 12.55% better snow traction than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Snow Traction: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
See how the Snow Traction winner was calculated >>
Snow Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during one snow handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was 3.18% faster around a lap than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Snow Handling [s]: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
See how the Snow Handling winner was calculated >>
Snow Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during four snow handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was 4.5% faster around a lap than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Snow Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
See how the Snow Handling winner was calculated >>
Subj. Snow Handling
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during one subj. snow handling tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 scored 6.12% more points than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Subj. Snow Handling: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
See how the Subj. Snow Handling winner was calculated >>
Snow Slalom
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during five snow slalom tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was 5.28% faster through a slalom than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Snow Slalom: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
See how the Snow Slalom winner was calculated >>
Ice Braking
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during one ice braking tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 stopped the vehicle 11.79% shorter than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Ice Braking: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
See how the Ice Braking winner was calculated >>
Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during one subj. comfort tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 scored 10% more points than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
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Noise
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during four noise tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 measured 0.48% quieter than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Noise: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
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Tyre Weight
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during three tyre weight tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 weighed 9.13% less than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Tyre Weight: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
See how the Tyre Weight winner was calculated >>
Wear
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Toyo Celsius AS2 was better during two wear tests. On average the Toyo Celsius AS2 is predicted to cover 3.08% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3.
Best In Wear: Toyo Celsius AS2
See how the Wear winner was calculated >>
Value
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Toyo Celsius AS2 was better during three value tests. On average the Toyo Celsius AS2 proved to have a 29.1% better value based on price/1000km than the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3.
Best In Value: Toyo Celsius AS2
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Price
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Toyo Celsius AS2 was better during two price tests. On average the Toyo Celsius AS2 cost 20.04% less than the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3.
Best In Price: Toyo Celsius AS2
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Toyo Celsius AS2 was better during five rolling resistance tests. On average the Toyo Celsius AS2 had a 3.66% lower rolling resistance than the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Toyo Celsius AS2
See how the Rolling Resistance winner was calculated >>
Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Toyo Celsius AS2 was better during three fuel consumption tests. On average the Toyo Celsius AS2 used 1.29% less fuel than the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Toyo Celsius AS2
See how the Fuel Consumption winner was calculated >>
Abrasion
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 emitted 9.78% less particle wear matter than the Toyo Celsius AS2.
Best In Abrasion: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Toyo Celsius AS2 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Toyo Celsius AS2 lost 11.6% less particle wear matter than the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3.
Best In Abrasion: Toyo Celsius AS2
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Real World Driver Reviews
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 Driver Reviews
Drivers largely praise the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 for confident all-weather performance, especially its strong snow traction, excellent wet grip, and predictable handling across wide temperature swings. Many report impressive tread life and a comfortable, quiet ride, with several noting solid aquaplaning resistance and year-round convenience. The most common downsides are weaker dry braking and a softer, less communicative steering feel in hot conditions. A number of users also report that wet performance can decline noticeably as the tyre wears.
Based on 68 reviews with an average rating of 81%
Toyo Celsius AS2 Driver Reviews
Drivers largely praise the Toyo Celsius AS2 for excellent comfort, low noise, and confident grip in wet and dry, with several noting stable snow performance for an all-season. A few report a softer, slightly spongy feel and average handling focus, and one low-scoring review found wet/snow performance uninspiring. Overall, sentiment is strongly positive with comfort and quietness as standout strengths.
Based on 5 reviews with an average rating of 79%
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Conclusion
The Celsius AS2 offers compelling value: lower price, lower rolling resistance, and often superior projected mileage. However, its weaker wet and winter grip-longer wet stops by roughly 4-12% in many tests and notably lower snow traction-means it's better suited to milder climates and measured driving. In short: Goodyear for performance and safety in mixed weather; Toyo for budget, longevity, and efficiency where severe conditions are rare.
Key Differences
- Overall ranking gap: Goodyear frequently top-tier (e.g., 1/16 ADAC 2024) vs Toyo mid-pack (11/16).
- Wet braking: Goodyear wins all shared results (e.g., −6.4% vs Toyo in AutoBild 2024; −12% in AutoBild 2022).
- Winter performance: Goodyear repeatedly shorter snow braking and ~10-17% higher snow traction.
- Dry performance: Toyo often edges dry braking by ~1-7%, while Goodyear leads dry handling pace.
- Efficiency and cost: Toyo typically lower rolling resistance and fuel use, with better price/value and longer life in several tests.
- Aquaplaning split: Toyo occasionally ahead in straight/curved aquaplaning; Goodyear usually superior in wet grip and handling.
Overall Winner: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 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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