83
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
84/100
710 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S vs Cooper Zeon RS3-A — Compared (September 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.
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81
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User signal (40%)
85/100
69 owner reviews
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VerdictWinner: BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S — better treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
7 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)
Zeon RS3-A leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | g-Force COMP-2 A/S | Zeon RS3-A |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 97 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | g-Force COMP-2 A/S | Zeon RS3-A |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 93 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Zeon RS3-A leads by 2
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | g-Force COMP-2 A/S | Zeon RS3-A |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 90 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
g-Force COMP-2 A/S leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | g-Force COMP-2 A/S | Zeon RS3-A |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 93 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Zeon RS3-A leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | g-Force COMP-2 A/S | Zeon RS3-A |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 90 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S | Cooper Zeon RS3-A |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 83 | 81 |
| Dry | 90 | 91 |
| Wet | 84 | 84 |
| Snow | 69 | 71 |
| Comfort | 87 | 87 |
| Noise | – | 82 |
| Treadwear | 81 | 69 |
| Handling | 90 | 92 |
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Headline score
83
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The BFGoodrich G-Force COMP-2 A/S is widely regarded as a high-performance, value-oriented tire that excels in wet and dry traction, often outperforming more expensive OEM options. While users frequently praise its aggressive handling and confidence-inspiring grip, a significant portion of the feedback highlights concerns regarding road noise and shorter-than-expected tread life.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction that inspires driver confidence.
- High value-to-performance ratio compared to premium competitors.
- Responsive steering and stable cornering capabilities.
- Aggressive, sporty aesthetic that many owners appreciate.
Cons
- Noticeable road noise, often described as a 'hum' or 'growl' that increases with wear.
- Tread life often falls short of expectations, with many users reporting premature wear.
- Tendency to develop vibrations or balance issues over time.
- Limited performance in deep snow or icy conditions despite being marketed as all-season.
Observations
- Owners of heavier vehicles or those with high-horsepower RWD platforms (e.g., Dodge Charger, Mustang) report excellent grip but note faster rear tire wear.
- Users transitioning from run-flat tires to these standard tires consistently report a significant improvement in ride comfort and noise reduction.
- Drivers of smaller, lighter cars (e.g., Miata, Civic) appreciate the handling improvements but sometimes find the tire's sidewall stiffness to be a trade-off for ride harshness.
The Cooper Zeon RS3-A is widely regarded as a high-value, performance-oriented summer tire that excels in dry and wet handling, often rivaling more expensive premium brands. While many users praise its aggressive aesthetics and responsive cornering, the consensus is heavily polarized by concerns regarding rapid tread wear and increased road noise as the tires age.
Pros
- Excellent dry and wet weather traction
- High value-to-performance ratio compared to premium brands
- Responsive handling and directional stability
- Aggressive, attractive tread design
Cons
- Short tread life and rapid wear
- Increased road noise as the tire wears
- Inconsistent launch traction on high-horsepower vehicles
- Soft sidewalls leading to potential flex during aggressive cornering
Observations
- High-horsepower vehicles (e.g., Mustang, Challenger, Camaro) frequently report difficulty with launch traction and accelerated rear-tire wear.
- Users noted that the tire's pronounced sidewall can cause fender rubbing on vehicles with tighter wheel well clearances, such as the Ford C-Max.
- Performance sedan owners generally report higher satisfaction with ride comfort compared to dedicated track-focused tires.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S | B · Cooper Zeon RS3-A |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Ultra High Performance All Season tire | Ultra High Performance All Season tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | 9 - 10/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 400 AA A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 45,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
83
/ 100
BFGoodrich
81
/ 100
Cooper
Winner: BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S — better treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S scores 81 vs 69 on treadwear.
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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.