P3 of 8
Beat 71% of the field
2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test
Conditionally Recommended.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 Test Results
Tested 2011 to 2019
11 publications
Tested 23 times by independent publications, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 has taken 5 test wins with an average finish of 3rd.
- 23Independent tests
- 5Test wins
- 17Podium finishes
- 3rdAverage finish
- 80%Field beaten on average
- 11Publications
23 tests, 2011 to 2019
- Test win
- Second
- Third
- Average 80%
Record by discipline
Where the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 finished in each measured discipline, across every test that measured it against at least two other tyres. Field beaten is the share of the other tyres it outranked in that measurement.
| Discipline | Tests | Avg finish | Field beaten | Firsts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | ||||
| Dry Braking | 2 | P5 of 8 | 43% | - |
| Dry Handling | 2 | P3.5 of 8 | 64% | - |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 1 | P4 of 8 | 57% | - |
| Wet | ||||
| Wet Braking | 2 | P3.5 of 8 | 64% | - |
| Wet Handling | 2 | P2 of 8 | 86% | 1 |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 1 | P2 of 8 | 86% | - |
| Straight Aqua | 2 | P4.5 of 8 | 50% | - |
| Comfort | ||||
| Subj. Comfort | 1 | P1 of 8 | 100% | 1 |
| Noise | 2 | P5.5 of 8 | 36% | - |
| Value | ||||
| Rolling Resistance | 2 | P3 of 8 | 71% | - |
Head-to-head record
Overall finishing position against the tyres that have most often shared a test with the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2. Only tyres tested alongside it at least three times are listed.
| Rival | Shared tests | Ahead | Behind | Level | Finished ahead |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bridgestone Potenza S001
17 shared: 17 ahead, 0 behind
|
17 | 17 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Hankook Ventus S1 evo2
13 shared: 10 ahead, 2 behind
|
13 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 83% |
 Pirelli P Zero
13 shared: 6 ahead, 7 behind
|
13 | 6 | 7 | - | 46% |
 Continental Sport Contact 5
12 shared: 6 ahead, 6 behind
|
12 | 6 | 6 | - | 50% |
 Michelin Pilot Sport 3 PS3
11 shared: 8 ahead, 3 behind
|
11 | 8 | 3 | - | 73% |
 Dunlop SportMaxx RT
11 shared: 8 ahead, 3 behind
|
11 | 8 | 3 | - | 73% |
 Vredestein Ultrac Vorti
9 shared: 9 ahead, 0 behind
|
9 | 9 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Toyo Proxes T1 Sport
8 shared: 8 ahead, 0 behind
|
8 | 8 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Falken FK453
6 shared: 6 ahead, 0 behind
|
6 | 6 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Kumho Ecsta KU39
5 shared: 5 ahead, 0 behind
|
5 | 5 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Nexen N8000
5 shared: 5 ahead, 0 behind
|
5 | 5 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Fulda SportControl
5 shared: 5 ahead, 0 behind
|
5 | 5 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Nokian Z G2
5 shared: 4 ahead, 1 behind
|
5 | 4 | 1 | - | 80% |
 Continental ContiSportContact 5 P
5 shared: 3 ahead, 2 behind
|
5 | 3 | 2 | - | 60% |
 Hankook Ventus S1 evo
5 shared: 3 ahead, 2 behind
|
5 | 3 | 2 | - | 60% |
 Vredestein Ultrac Cento
4 shared: 4 ahead, 0 behind
|
4 | 4 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Yokohama Advan Sport V105
4 shared: 3 ahead, 1 behind
|
4 | 3 | 1 | - | 75% |
 Michelin Pilot Super Sport
4 shared: 1 ahead, 3 behind
|
4 | 1 | 3 | - | 25% |
 Pirelli CINTURA/TO P7
3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind
|
3 | 3 | 0 | - | 100% |
 BFGoodrich g Force Profiler
3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind
|
3 | 3 | 0 | - | 100% |
Against its own line
The same record for the tyre it replaced and the tyre that replaced it.
| Tyre | Tests | Wins | Avg finish | Field beaten |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric Predecessor | 10 | 0 | 5th | 56% |
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 This tyre | 23 | 5 | 3rd | 80% |
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 Successor | 21 | 2 | 4th | 58% |
Performance Analysis
Drawn from 22 tests. Updated September 21, 2025.
Across 22 summer tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 delivers consistently high all-round performance with an average overall position of 2.6, including multiple test wins and frequent podiums. Its hallmark strength is wet-road capability and balanced dynamics, often pairing top-tier wet handling and strong wet braking with reliable dry composure and low rolling resistance. Awards such as overall wins (2011 Auto Express, 2012 Auto Bild, 2013 Auto Review, 2015 Auto Zeitung) and numerous top-three finishes reinforce its competitive stature over many years and sizes.
Weaknesses are limited and context-dependent. Occasional mid-pack dry braking and noise results, plus average aquaplaning in some sizes, appear in later, more demanding UHP fitments. Even when not class-leading, it remains competitive and rarely falls outside the top half, indicating dependable, well-rounded performance rather than absolute specialization.
Performance Strengths
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Wet Weather Performance
Strong
Details
- 1st place wet handling in 2019 Sport Auto (fastest on test)
- 2nd place wet braking in 2018 Auto Bild 20" (+3.3% from best)
- Praised for excellent wet handling in 2012 Auto Bild (test winner)
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Overall Consistency & Awards
Strong
Details
- Average overall position 2.6 across 22 tests
- 1/15 in 2012 Auto Bild ("tyre without fault")
- 1/10 in 2011 Auto Express UHP
- 1/9 in 2013 Auto Review
- 1/14 in 2015 Auto Zeitung
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Dry Handling & Subjective Balance
Moderate
Details
- 2nd place dry handling in 2019 Sport Auto (+0.7% from best)
- Strong subjective scores noted in 2012 EVO tests
- Multiple podiums: 2014 EVO 3/10, 2012 EVO Max Perf 3/10
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Rolling Resistance/Efficiency
Moderate
Details
- 2nd place rolling resistance in 2018 Auto Bild 20" (+2.1% from best)
- ADAC 2013 note of Goodyear using less fuel than rival (vs Continental)
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Braking Performance (Aggregate)
Moderate
Details
- 2/45 in 2012 Auto Bild 50-tyre braking test
- Short dry braking praised in 2012 Auto Bild winner's notes
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Wet grip
Strong
in 10 of 19 tests
Details
very strong all round tyre, finishing objectively well in both the dry and wet
- 2015 EVO Magazine Performance Tyre Test (2015)High traction, good lateral support and braking on wet surfaces
- 2015 AZ 225/40 R18 Summer Tyre Test (2015)fared better in wet handling, where the understeer was neutralised and the grip strong under acceleration
- 2013 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test (2013)Grip on wet and dry roads
- 2013 Auto Review Performance Summer Tyre Test (2013)good on wet roads
- 2013 European Summer Sports Tyre Test (2013)
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Wet braking
Strong
in 7 of 19 tests
Details
short wet and dry braking
- 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test (2018)short braking distances on wet
- 2015 Auto Bild Performance Tyre Test (2015)good lateral support and braking on wet surfaces
- 2015 AZ 225/40 R18 Summer Tyre Test (2015)short braking distances
- 2014 Auto Review Max Performance Tyre Test (2014)shortest braking distance on wet roads
- 2013 Auto Review Performance Summer Tyre Test (2013)
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Dry handling
Strong
in 7 of 19 tests
Details
Sporty handling with stable cornering and a good steering response
- 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test (2018)Very balanced tyres
- 2015 Auto Bild Performance Tyre Test (2015)fastest time on the winding road test
- 2014 Auto Review Max Performance Tyre Test (2014)A very balanced tyre
- 2013 European Summer Sports Tyre Test (2013)pulling the highest lateral G
- 2012 EVO Max Performance Tyre Test (2012)
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Dry braking
Strong
in 7 of 19 tests
Details
short wet and dry braking
- 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test (2018)- 2015 Auto Bild Performance Tyre Test (2015)
short braking distances and high level of safety in the dry
- 2015 AZ 225/40 R18 Summer Tyre Test (2015)short braking distances
- 2014 Auto Review Max Performance Tyre Test (2014)shortest dry braking
- 2012 EVO Max Performance Tyre Test (2012)
Performance Weaknesses
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Dry Braking Variability
Moderate
Details
- 6/8 in dry braking in 2019 Sport Auto (+4.9% from best)
- Mid-pack dry braking 2018 Auto Bild 20" (4/8, +2.8% from best)
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Noise/Comfort
Minor
Details
- Noise 7/8 in 2019 Sport Auto (+2.5% from best)
- Only mid-field noise in 2018 Auto Bild 20" (4/8, +0.7%)
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Aquaplaning Resistance
Minor
in 3 of 19 tests
Details
- Straight aquaplaning 5/8 in 2018 Auto Bild 20" (+7.7% from best)
- Straight aquaplaning 4/8 in 2019 Sport Auto (+6.4% from best)
aquaplane earlier than the other tyres on test
- 2014 Auto Review Max Performance Tyre Test (2014)Fifth place aquaplaning results leaves the Goodyear fourth overall
- 2013 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test (2013)weak aquaplaning results
- 2012 EVO Summer Tyre Test (2012)
Do owners agree with the tests?
Every tester write-up on the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 (19 tests) and 353 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 7 of 19 tests 175 praise, 12 criticise of 353 reviews · Read those reviews
- Wet grip strength in 10 of 19 tests 145 praise, 15 criticise of 353 reviews · Read those reviews
- Road noise strength in 3 of 19 tests 116 praise, 18 criticise of 353 reviews · Read those reviews
- Ride comfort strength in 3 of 19 tests 102 praise, 10 criticise of 353 reviews · Read those reviews
- Dry handling strength in 7 of 19 tests 48 praise, 12 criticise of 353 reviews · Read those reviews
- Dry braking strength in 7 of 19 tests 23 praise, 2 criticise of 353 reviews · Read those reviews
Every test, newest first 23
Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.
2019 1 test
2018 1 test
P2 of 8
Beat 86% of the field
2015 6 tests
P4 of 10
Beat 67% of the field
2015 EVO Magazine Performance Tyre Test
The Goodyear once again proved itself as a very strong all round tyre, finishing objectively well in both the dry and wet.
P6 of 11
Beat 50% of the field
2015 Auto Express Tyre Test
We're used to the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 winning, so it was a surprise to see it down in sixth place. As rivals have progressed, it seems the Goodyear has stagnated, scoring poorly in dry and wet handling which used to be the key areas. Excellent rolling resistance shows where the trade might have been, or perhaps it was a size dependant anomaly, as the tyre still tests well in other magazines.
P4 of 8
Beat 57% of the field
P2 of 5
Beat 75% of the field
P3 of 7
Beat 67% of the field
P1 of 14
Beat 100% of the field
2014 3 tests
P3 of 10
Beat 78% of the field
2014 EVO Max Performance Summer Tyre Test
While the now aging Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 failed to win any categories, its consistent placing in all tests resulted in a top three finish. Easy to judge levels of grip, and progressive over the limit
P4 of 7
Beat 50% of the field
2014 Auto Review Max Performance Tyre Test
Last year the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 won the 17 inch UHP tyre test, and they've proven to be excellent in 19†too - short braking distances, fastest time on the winding road test, and very nice to drift on too! The main drawback of these tyres is puddles, where unlike their 17 inch counterparts, these seem to aquaplane earlier than the other tyres on test, but subjectively they're a little number than the Michelin and Pirelli in the dry too. They're a quiet tyre, with medium ride comfort, and while they wore slightly more than the best while drifting, the higher starting tread depth meant total cost is fine. Great tyres overall, but beware of puddles with tyres over 255 wide.
P4 of 11
Beat 70% of the field
2013 4 tests
P4 of 10
Beat 56% of the field
2013 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test
Joint fourth place may seem like a strong finish, but this is the worst placed finish the aging Asymmetric 2 has ever achieved. The Goodyear is one of the most efficient choices placing a close second in the rolling resistance test and was nice and quiet in the cabin, but it struggled a little on the dry handling circuit with understeer and sharpness. It fared better in wet handling, where the understeer was neutralised and the grip strong under acceleration. Fifth place aquaplaning results leaves the Goodyear fourth overall.
P1 of 9
Beat 100% of the field
2013 Auto Review Performance Summer Tyre Test
The main advantage the Goodyear has is a combination of high-traction and an enviable level of comfort. The car rolled silently down the road, and glided over joints of asphalt. When combined with the shortest braking distance on wet roads, and excellent resistance to aquaplaning you have a winner. Auto Review recommends the F1 A2 to everyone: to those who wish to increase the limiting capabilities of the car, and those who, moving to larger diameter wheels exclusively for aesthetic motives, wants to maintain an acceptable level of comfort.
P3 of 10
Beat 78% of the field
2013 Sport Auto Max Performance Summer Tyre Test
Great aquaplaning results, very good wet braking and a good wet laptime making the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 a wet specialist. Slightly softer than the Dunlop, the Goodyear understeers a little earlier than the Dunlop in the dry.
P2 of 19
Beat 94% of the field
2012 5 tests
P2 of 10
Beat 89% of the field
2012 EVO Summer Tyre Test
The best rolling resistance, combined with plenty of table topping wet performances the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 retains its crown as a strong wet weather tyre, with the lowest rolling resistance. Effective in the dry, but subjectively it lacked a bit of sparkle, the oddest and most disappointing part of the test was the weak aquaplaning results where it is usually strong
P2 of 9
Beat 88% of the field
2012 Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test
In wet conditions, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 a force to be reckoned with, scoring full points in almost all of the tests. In the dry, it's not quite the quickest tyre, however it has an excellent neutral balance on the limit.
P1 of 15
Beat 100% of the field
P2 of 50
Beat 98% of the field
P3 of 10
Beat 78% of the field
2012 EVO Max Performance Tyre Test
Outstanding in the dry, pulling the highest lateral G and shortest dry braking. Also very good in the wet just 0.8% slower than the Conti. Highly rated subjectively, a great all round tyre.
2011 3 tests
P1 of 10
Beat 100% of the field
2011 Auto Express Ultra High Performance Tyre Test
Proving that user reviews get it right, the current top rated TyreReviews tyre also won this test with an excellent all round performance. The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 scored highly in almost every discipline, and gave the test drivers a strong sharp turn in with grip that hung on well. The Goodyear Eagle F1 range is always a strong wet performer, but the real surprise was its ability in the dry finishing right behind the leading Bridgestone.
P2 of 14
Beat 92% of the field
2011 Auto Zeitung Max Performance Tyre Test
Extremely strong under braking and always a safe tyre offering precise feedback and low fuel consumption
P1 of 3
Beat 100% of the field
2011 Subjective shootout - 255/40 R19 Max Performance Summer Tyres
On the Audi A7 at least, the new Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 was the clear winner in both performance and subjective feel. In the dry the feedback through the wheel was detailed, the turn in sharp, and the linearity of the cornering extremely positive. Once past the limit the car was controllable with the tyres quickly regaining grip with a slight lift. In the wet the advantage was less pronounced but still obvious in both feel and performance. If there was one draw back it would be that hard braking felt a little squirmy, but as the only tyre to consistently pull over 1.1G under braking (1.13g peak) it might have been the cars chassis struggling more than the tyre.
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