64
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
52/100
3 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
BFGoodrich Advantage T/A vs Firestone FR380 — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
51
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
58/100
1 owner review
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: BFGoodrich Advantage T/A — better dry, wet and handling. Pick the Firestone FR380 if comfort matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
6 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Advantage T/A leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | FR380 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 50 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Advantage T/A leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | FR380 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 40 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | FR380 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 20 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
FR380 leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | FR380 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 80 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | FR380 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Advantage T/A leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | FR380 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 57 | 40 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich Advantage T/A | Firestone FR380 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 64 | 51 |
| Dry | 80 | 50 |
| Wet | 67 | 40 |
| Snow | 20 | – |
| Comfort | 50 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 75 | – |
| Handling | 57 | 40 |
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Headline score
64
/ 100
Tire A
51
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The BFGoodrich Advantage T/A receives a polarized reception, with the user highlighting significant concerns regarding the consistency and predictability of the tire compound. While it may offer improved grip levels compared to certain entry-level alternatives, the lack of reliability across varying temperature ranges makes it a difficult recommendation for performance-oriented driving.
Pros
- Improved grip levels compared to baseline tires like the XM2
- Adequate stiffness in cold weather conditions
Cons
- Highly unpredictable compound performance
- Poor heat resistance leading to a 'mushy' feel in hot weather
- Lack of confidence-inspiring grip in cold and wet conditions
Observations
- The XL (Extra Load) variant does not mitigate the fundamental issues with the tire's compound construction.
The Firestone FR380 is perceived as a budget-oriented tire that prioritizes ride comfort over performance. While users appreciate its affordability and improved comfort levels compared to certain entry-level alternatives, it falls short in providing competitive grip in both wet and dry conditions.
Pros
- High level of ride comfort
- Attractive wholesale pricing
- Cost-effective replacement option
Cons
- Subpar dry traction
- Limited wet weather grip
- Inferior performance compared to V-rated alternatives
Observations
- Users noted a noticeable improvement in ride quality when transitioning from performance-oriented tires to the FR380 on the rear axle.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich Advantage T/A | B · Firestone FR380 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | High Performance All Season tire | Summer Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | 10 - 12/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 560 - 680 A A - B | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
64
/ 100
BFGoodrich
51
/ 100
Firestone
Winner: BFGoodrich Advantage T/A — better dry, wet and handling. Pick the Firestone FR380 if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
BFGoodrich Advantage T/A scores 80 vs 50 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Firestone FR380 scores 80 vs 50 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
BFGoodrich Advantage T/A scores 67 vs 40 on wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
BFGoodrich Advantage T/A scores 57 vs 40 on handling.
Tire A · BFGoodrich Advantage T/A
Tire B · Firestone FR380
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.