BFGoodrich g-Grip review
The BFGoodrich gGrip is widely regarded as a high-value, durable tire that offers impressive longevity and consistent performance for daily driving. While some users note a lack of sharp steering feedback and occasional noise as the tread wears, the consensus highlights it as a reliable, cost-effective alternative to premium brands.
Owners rate it 14.7 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
By owner reviews
84%By road tests
69.3%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 47 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The BFGoodrich gGrip is widely regarded as a high-value, durable tire that offers impressive longevity and consistent performance for daily driving. While some users note a lack of sharp steering feedback and occasional noise as the tread wears, the consensus highlights it as a reliable, cost-effective alternative to premium brands.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium competitors
- High tread life and durability
- Strong, predictable grip in both dry and wet conditions
- Smooth and comfortable ride quality
Cons
- Lack of steering feel and handling feedback
- Increased noise levels as the tire wears
- Soft sidewalls which may feel less precise during spirited driving
- Occasional reports of inconsistent wet-weather traction
Worth knowing
- Users with high-torque diesel vehicles report excellent tread longevity compared to more expensive performance brands.
- Drivers of smaller, lighter hatchbacks appreciate the tire's balance of comfort and durability, though some noted a lack of 'sporty' feedback.
- Owners of larger sedans and estates (e.g., Audi A6, Ford Mondeo) report that the tires handle heavy loads and towing duties effectively.
4 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2019 Summer 53 tire Braking Shootout · 225/45 R17
31st of 45
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 35th of 45 | |
| Dry Braking | 24th of 45 |
2018 New and Worn Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16
6th of 14
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 14 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 14 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 14 | |
| Dry Handling | 11th of 14 | |
| Noise | 11th of 14 |
2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer tire Test · 195/65 R15
15th of 20
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 18th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 19th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 18th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 15th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 10th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 13th of 20 | |
| Noise | 16th of 20 | |
| Value | 4th of 20 | |
| Price | 13th of 20 | |
| Wear | 3rd of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 5th of 20 |
2018 AutoBild Summer tire Overview · 195/65 R15
20th of 47
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
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