2 tests, 2011 to 2014
Performance Analysis
Drawn from 2 tests. Updated October 28, 2026.
The Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 performed well overall in two ADAC summer comparisons, finishing second of 14 in 195/65 R15 in 2011 and fourth of 16 in 175/65 R14 in 2014. Both assessments described balanced performance, with the 2011 verdict praising all safety-related tests and the 2014 test highlighting a top dry-road grade and good wet performance.
The 2014 reservations were slightly higher fuel consumption and wear. These are specific running-cost compromises alongside the favourable road-performance assessments, rather than evidence of poor grip. Neither test includes individual discipline distances or rankings here, so the precise braking and handling margins cannot be stated. The record supports good all-round road ability in those two tested sizes, with more limited evidence about efficiency and durability.
Performance Strengths
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Wet grip
Moderate
in 2 of 2 tests
Details
- 2014 ADAC 175/65 R14 test: good wet performance
- 2011 ADAC 195/65 R15 test: balanced performance and good scores across safety tests
good in the wet
- 2014 ADAC 175/65 R14 Summer Tyre Test (2014)Very balanced tyre, scores well in all safety related tests
- 2011 European Summer Tyre Test - 195/65 R15 (2011)
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Dry grip
Minor
in 1 of 2 tests
Details
- 2014 ADAC 175/65 R14 test: top dry-road grade
Very balanced tire with top grade on dry pavement
- 2014 ADAC 175/65 R14 Summer Tyre Test (2014)
Performance Weaknesses
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Rolling resistance
Minor
in 1 of 2 tests
Details
- 2014 ADAC 175/65 R14 test: slightly higher fuel consumption
Slightly higher fuel consumption and wear
- 2014 ADAC 175/65 R14 Summer Tyre Test (2014)
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Tread life
Minor
in 1 of 2 tests
Details
- 2014 ADAC 175/65 R14 test: slightly higher wear
Slightly higher fuel consumption and wear
- 2014 ADAC 175/65 R14 Summer Tyre Test (2014)
Do owners agree with the tests?
Every tester write-up on the Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 (2 tests) and 62 owner reviews were tagged for the aspects they judge. Where both have spoken, this is how they line up.
Where owners and testers agree
- Dry grip strength in 1 of 2 tests 16 praise, 5 criticise of 62 reviews · Read those reviews
Raised by owners, not by any test of this tyre
- Road noise no test mentions it 7 praise, 15 criticise of 62 reviews · Read those reviews
- Ride comfort no test mentions it 10 praise, 1 criticise of 62 reviews · Read those reviews
- Value for money no test mentions it 0 praise, 5 criticise of 62 reviews · Read those reviews
Every test, newest first 2
Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.
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