Falken ZIEX ZE320 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
- TR Score
- 9.4/10
- Owners say
- 87% · 17
- TR Score
- 9.7/10
- Owners say
- 86% · 228
In the 3 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 finished ahead 3 times and the ZIEX ZE320 not once. The ZIEX ZE320 stopped 2% shorter in the dry; the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped 3.7% shorter in the wet.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Falken ZE320 for quieter daily use and maximum dry braking bite on a budget. Choose Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 for the safest wet performance, stronger all-round handling, and far better longevity and value-especially for mixed-weather summers and higher annual mileage.
Where the ZIEX ZE320 is stronger
- Class-leading dry braking in two tests (up to ~3% shorter than Goodyear)
- Engaging, confidence-inspiring dry dynamics
- Quiet and comfortable ride in comparative scoring
Where the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is stronger
- Consistently superior wet braking (wins 3/3) and strong aquaplaning resistance
- Balanced, precise handling with strong dry pace
- Outstanding tread life (~54,000 km) and best cost per 1000 km
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.
ZIEX ZE320 vs Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 at a glance
| Category | ZIEX ZE320 | Gap | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 |
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| Shared tests won3 shared tests | 0 | 3 | |
| Dry5 measurements | 2 | Level between the two. | 2 |
| Wet10 measurements | 1 | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped 3.7% shorter in the wet (3 tests) | 8 |
| Comfort3 measurements | 2 | 1 | |
| Value3 measurements | 1 | 2 | |
| Tyre Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.4/10 | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 by 0.3 | 9.7/10 |
| Owner rating17 and 228 reviews | 87% | Too close to call | 86% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 80% | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 by 3 points | 83% |
| Pricein the 2 tests that listed prices | Cheaper | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was dearer in 1 of 2 | +6.9% |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 53 | 24 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 3 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 | ZIEX ZE320 | Field | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 |
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| 2025 Summer and All Season Combined Tyre Test | P13 of 14 | P11 of 14 | |
| 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tyre Test | P7 of 20 | P1 of 20 | |
| 2025 Summer Tyre Test Shootout | P7 of 52 | P6 of 52 |
Performance profile
15 measurements from the 3 shared tests, each tyre shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
ZIEX ZE320
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 92%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow.
Where each scores higher
ZIEX ZE320
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
ZIEX ZE320
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Owners rate the ZIEX ZE320 87% from 17 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.
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| 33.73 | 2% | 34.4 | 2-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 119.4 | 1.3% | 120.9 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 37.3 | 3.7% | 35.9 | 0-3 | |||||||||||||
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| 78.9 | 0.8% | 78.3 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 73.9 | 1.2% | 73 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 14.89 | 1.1% | 14.72 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 78.5 | 0.8% | 79.15 | 0-2 | |||||||||||||
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| 2.94 | 7.8% | 3.17 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 72.1 | 0.8 dB | 71.3 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 35,520 | 52.1% | 54,020 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 8.52 | 0.1% | 8.51 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||
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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 ZIEX ZE320 scores 9.4 and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 9.7 out of 10.
| ZIEX ZE320 | Category | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | ||
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| 96 | Dry | 95 | ||
| 86 | Wet | 93 | ||
| 52 | Comfort | 83 | ||
| 46 | 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
| ZIEX ZE320 | Category | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | ||
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| 9.3 | Dry Grip | 9.3 | ||
| 8.9 | Wet Grip | 9 | ||
| 8.8 | Road Feedback | 8.8 | ||
| 8.9 | Handling | 8.9 | ||
| 8.1 | Wear | 7.6 | ||
| 8.5 | Comfort | 8.3 | ||
Owners rate the ZIEX ZE320 87% from 17 reviews and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 86% from 228. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Falken ZIEX ZE320
- 87%from 17 reviews
- 80%would buy again
- 92,020 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners are overwhelmingly happy with the Falken ZIEX ZE320, with consistently strong reports of dry grip and confident handling, backed up by positive wet-weather feedback. Around half of owners who mention it also find road noise low for the class, and a third highlight sharp steering response. The main caveats come from around one in five owners citing higher fuel use and similarly around one in five questioning tread life, while isolated comments mention reduced performance in extreme heat and less progressive behaviour at the limit.
- Strong dry grip
- Low road noise for the class
- Confident wet grip
- Sharp steering response and good feedback
- Mediocre rolling resistance (worse fuel economy)
- Questionable tread life for some owners
- Can lose performance in very high heat
Summarised by AI from 13 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 17 ZIEX ZE320 reviewsThe tires provide excellent handling and grip in both dry and wet conditions. There is absolutely no tire noise on the highways, although if the asphalt quality is poor, some noise returns. The ride is very comfortable and not too firm. I rotated the tires from front to back at 10,000 km, and I haven't noticed any wear at this point. Overall, these tires offer great value for the price, and I feel very confident in both braking and cornering!
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: 53 sizes of the ZIEX ZE320 and 130 of the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, 24 of them made in both.
| Category | ZIEX ZE320 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 53 sizes, 15 to 18 inch | 130 sizes, 17 to 23 inch |
| Made in both | 24 sizes 205/40 R17205/45 R17205/50 R17205/55 R17215/40 R17215/45 R17225/45 R17225/50 R17225/55 R17225/60 R17235/45 R17235/55 R17and 12 more | |
| EU label wet grip | A100% | A93%B7% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C91%B9% | C40%A33%B26%D1% |
| EU label noise | 66-68 dB A100% | 68-73 dB A59%B41% |
| On the market since | 2024 | - |
| Replaced | Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun (2017) | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 (2021) |
| Awards | Winner: Summer Value Performer (16in and below) (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 Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was the dearer tyre in 1 of the 2 tests that listed prices, by 6.9% 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 comparison pitches two strong summer options with very different missions: the Falken ZIEX ZE320, a premium-touring tyre aimed at balanced comfort and everyday agility, versus the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, a max-performance tyre targeting top-tier wet safety and longevity. Across three shared 2025 tests in 17-18-inch sizes, both tyres showed credible dry-road capability, but they diverged meaningfully in wet performance and running costs.
The Falken frequently impressed in dry braking-twice stopping shorter than the Goodyear-and delivered a quiet, comfortable ride with engaging dynamics. The Goodyear, however, consistently proved stronger where it matters most for safety: wet braking, aquaplaning resistance, and all-round stability, while delivering standout tread life and lower cost per 1000 km. One outlier test noted cool-wet shortcomings for the Goodyear, but the broader data set still favors it in wet and value metrics.
Conclusion
If you prioritize dry stopping power, a quieter cabin, and a sporty-yet-composed feel for daily use, the Falken ZE320 is compelling, often matching or beating premium rivals in dry braking and subjective comfort. Its main compromise is wear-roughly 35,500 km in testing-which inflates long-term costs despite a lower purchase price.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is the more rounded, safety-first choice. It won all three shared tests overall, led every wet braking contest by around 3-4%, showed stronger aquaplaning margins, and posted exceptional tread life (~54,000 km) and best-in-test value (€6.66/1000 km). While one test flagged cool-wet inconsistency, the aggregate results and durability advantage make the Goodyear the clear pick for mixed-weather summers, performance driving, and cost-conscious high-mileage users.
ZIEX ZE320 vs Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6: your questions
Is the Falken ZIEX ZE320 or the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 the better tyre?
In the 3 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 finished ahead 3 times and the ZIEX ZE320 not once. On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the ZIEX ZE320 scores 9.4 and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 9.7 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the ZIEX ZE320 or the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6?
The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 led 8 of the 10 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 3.7% shorter in the wet across 3 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
Across the shared tests the dry measurements are split 2-2 between the ZIEX ZE320 and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 8.5/10 for the ZIEX ZE320 and 8.3/10 for the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the ZIEX ZE320 87% from 17 reviews and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 86% from 228. 80% of ZIEX ZE320 owners would buy it again, against 83% for the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Which is more expensive?
In the 2 tests that listed prices, the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was the dearer tyre in 1 of them, by 6.9% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The ZIEX ZE320 is made in 53 sizes (15 to 18 inch) and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 in 130 (17 to 23 inch). 24 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the ZIEX ZE320 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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Where this data comes from
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.
About the TR Score
The Tyre Reviews Score rates each tyre out of 10 from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold, so two tyres can be compared even before a test has run them together.
Who does the testing
Every test published as a Tyre Reviews test is run by Jonathan Benson, who has been testing tyres independently since 2007.
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