Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 - Test Results

Test Statistics

23

Tests Completed

3rd

Average Position

1st

Best Result

7th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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Across 23 summer tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 delivers consistently high all-round performance with a clear emphasis on wet grip and balanced handling. It scores frequent podiums and multiple wins (e.g., 1/14 in 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP, 1/11 in 2020 AMS, 1/20 in 2020 Auto Bild, 1/10 and 1/8 in SUV tests), averaging a strong 2.6 overall. Wet braking/handling and aquaplaning resistance are recurring highlights, and longevity is excellent in the tests reporting wear.

Primary weaknesses are rolling resistance and price, which repeatedly place mid-to-lower in class, and occasional average dry lap performance versus the very best UHP rivals. Still, its breadth of capability and award pattern make it one of the segment's most dependable options.

Performance Strengths

Wet Weather Performance Strong
• 1st overall with top-tier wet results in 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP (wet braking 2/14, wet handling 5/14, strong aquaplaning)
• 1st/11 in 2020 AMS with wet braking 1/11 and wet handling 2/11
• 1st/10 in 2019 Auto Bild AllRad SUV with wet braking 1/10 and wet handling 2/10
• 1st/12 wet braking in 2019 Gute Fahrt (43.5 m)
• 2nd/10 wet braking and 1st/10 wet handling in 2020 Sport Auto (UUHP mix)
Aquaplaning Resistance Strong
• 1st/8 straight and curved aquaplaning in 2021 ProMobil Camper Van/SUV test
• Curved aquaplaning 1/10 in 2021 Motor and balanced shallow/deep water noted
• Straight aquaplaning win in 2019 EVO; frequent top 3 in multiple tests (e.g., 2020 AMS 2/11; 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP 4/14)
Overall Balance and Awards Strong
• Test wins: 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP (1/14), 2020 AMS (1/11), 2020 Auto Bild (1/20), 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV (1/8), 2019 Auto Bild AllRad SUV (1/10), 2019 AB braking shootout (1/45)
• Average overall position 2.6 across 23 tests; frequent podiums (e.g., 2/10 in 2020 Sport Auto; 2/20 in 2019 Auto Bild; 2/12 in 2019 Gute Fahrt 18")
Comfort/Noise (subjective) and Wear Moderate
• Top subjective comfort/noise in 2020 AMS (Comfort 1/11, Noise 2/11)
• 1st/10 subjective comfort and noise in 2020 Sport Auto; 1st subjective comfort in 2019 TR comparison
• Outstanding wear: 1st/16 (39,600 km) in 2020 ADAC; 1st/20 wear (54,210 km) in 2019 Auto Bild; 2nd/20 wear in 2020 Auto Bild
Dry Braking Consistency Moderate
• Regular top 3-4 dry braking: 2020 AMS 2/11; 2020 Auto Bild 3/20; 2020 AB braking shootout 3/49; 2019 AB shootout dry 2/45
• Multiple SUV tests show top-3 dry stops (e.g., 2019 AllRad 2/10; 2020 ViBilagare 3/8)

Performance Weaknesses

Rolling Resistance/Efficiency Strong
• 2021 ProMobil Camper Van/SUV: 8/8 (+28.4% from best)
• 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP: 9/14 (+32.1% from best)
• 2020 AMS: 7/11 (+25.4% from best)
• 2019 Auto Bild 225/45 R17: 14/20 (+28.3% from best); 2019 Auto Bild Sports Car: 8/11 (+22.4% from best)
Price/Value Moderate
• 2021 ProMobil Camper Van/SUV: 6/8 price (+57.3% from best)
• 2021 Auto Bild 19": 14/15 price (+91.2% from best)
• 2020 Auto Bild 245/45 R18: Price 12/20; Value 2/20 but still mid-pack cost
• 2019 Auto Bild 225/45 R17: 20/20 price (highest), Value 12/20
Dry Handling Lap Pace vs Class Leaders Moderate
• 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP: dry handling 8/14 (+2.1% from best)
• 2020 Sport Auto: dry handling 8/10 (+3% from best)
• 2021 Auto Bild 19": dry handling 10/15 (+2.7% from best); 2019 EVO: 7/7 (+2.3% from best)
Occasional Wet Braking Variability in Larger Sizes Minor
• 2021 ProMobil Camper Van/SUV: wet braking 7/8 (+7.1% from best)
• 2021 Auto Bild 19": wet braking 4/15 (+7.3% from best)

Performance Over Time

Test History

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2021 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test

2021
Winner: Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3

The Asym 5 had a balanced performance in the we and dry but had a very high rolling resistance.