Goodyear EfficientGrip SUV - Test Results

Test Statistics

5

Tests Completed

2^nd

Average Position

1^st

Best Result

3^rd

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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The Goodyear EfficientGrip SUV delivers consistently high summer-test results with an average overall position of 2 across five tests, including two overall wins (ADAC 2017 1/15, AMS 2016 1/9) and two podiums (ACE 2017 2/11, Off Road 2016 3/6). Patterns indicate a well-balanced road-focused tyre with standout dry performance and competitive wet handling/braking, often praised for overall balance. Weaknesses emerge in aquaplaning resistance, rolling resistance, and some off-road traction categories, plus occasional pricing disadvantages in larger sizes.
Overall, it's a top-tier choice for on-road SUV use, excelling in dry conditions and maintaining solid wet safety, but less suited for heavy off-road or efficiency-focused buyers.

Performance Strengths

Dry Performance Strong Details
• 2016 AMS: test winner with shortest dry braking distances
• 2018 All Road: 2nd in dry handling (+0.6% from best)
Wet Weather Performance Moderate Details
• 2018 All Road: 2nd in wet handling (+0.5% from best)
• 2018 All Road: 4th in wet braking (+5.2% from best)
Overall Balance/All-Round Ability Strong Details
• 2017 ADAC: 1/15 with "all-round balanced performance"
• 2016 Off Road: described as a very strong all-round tyre; 3/6 overall
Comfort/Noise Moderate Details
• 2016 Off Road: quietest tyre on test
• 2018 All Road: External noise 68.6 dB (mid-pack 6/8) indicating acceptable refinement across sizes

Performance Weaknesses

Aquaplaning Resistance Strong Details
• 2016 AMS: only weakness highlighted in aquaplaning tests
• 2018 All Road: Straight aquaplaning 6/8 (+4.4% from best)
Efficiency/Rolling Resistance Moderate Details
• 2016 Off Road: high rolling resistance noted
• 2018 All Road: Rolling resistance 7/8 (+14.8% from best)
Off-Road Traction (Mud/Grass) Moderate Details
• 2018 All Road: Mud traction 8/8 (+18.7% from best)
• 2018 All Road: Grass traction 5/8 (+10.7% from best)
Price/Value in Larger Sizes Minor Details
• 2018 All Road: Price 7/8 (+94.4% from best)
• 2016 Off Road: strengths acknowledged but efficiency drawbacks may impact running costs