67
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
65/100
88 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport vs Goodyear EfficientGrip SUV — 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.
VS
75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
72/100
31 owner reviews
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VerdictWinner: Goodyear EfficientGrip SUV — better wet, comfort and handling. Pick the Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport if treadwear 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)
EfficientGrip SUV leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/P Sport | EfficientGrip SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 86 |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
EfficientGrip SUV leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/P Sport | EfficientGrip SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 91 |
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 75 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
EfficientGrip SUV leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/P Sport | EfficientGrip SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 74 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/P Sport | EfficientGrip SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 59 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Dueler H/P Sport leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/P Sport | EfficientGrip SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 67 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 65 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
EfficientGrip SUV leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/P Sport | EfficientGrip SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 72 |
| DriverReviews owners | 82 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport | Goodyear EfficientGrip SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 67 | 75 |
| Dry | 78 | 83 |
| Wet | 65 | 84 |
| Comfort | 62 | 74 |
| Noise | – | 59 |
| Treadwear | 68 | 65 |
| Handling | 62 | 72 |
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Headline score
67
/ 100
Tire A
75
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Dueler HP Sport is a polarizing tire that frequently serves as original equipment on premium SUVs and crossovers. While many users praise its exceptional tread longevity and reliable dry-weather handling, a significant portion of owners report issues with excessive road noise, harsh ride quality, and inconsistent performance in wet or wintry conditions.
Pros
- Excellent tread life and durability
- Strong dry-weather grip and stability
- Predictable handling for standard commuting
- Good value for high-mileage drivers
Cons
- High levels of road noise and cabin drone
- Poor wet-weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Harsh or stiff ride quality
- Tendency to tramline or follow road ruts
Observations
- Owners of VW Tiguan and Ford Kuga models frequently report the most significant dissatisfaction regarding noise and ride comfort.
- Users with larger 19-inch and 20-inch alloy wheels often note a harsher ride compared to those with smaller, higher-profile tire setups.
- Drivers of heavier SUVs and 4x4s report mixed experiences, with some praising the durability while others find the tire lacks the necessary grip for off-road or inclement weather performance.
The Goodyear EfficientGrip SUV is a polarizing tire that generally excels in comfort, low road noise, and dry-road handling for standard road-biased SUVs. While many users report high satisfaction with its longevity and wet-weather performance, a significant subset of owners experiences premature wear, sidewall fragility, and inconsistent grip levels, particularly as the tire ages.
Pros
- High levels of ride comfort and low cabin noise
- Strong dry-road handling and steering response
- Generally good fuel efficiency
- Impressive tread life for many users under normal driving conditions
Cons
- Fragile sidewalls prone to punctures and damage
- Reports of tread flaking, chunking, or cracking in hot climates
- Inconsistent wet-weather performance, with some users reporting poor traction
- Increased road noise as the tire wears down
Observations
- Users with heavier vehicles like the Land Rover Discovery report excellent performance and longevity, suggesting the tire handles larger chassis well when properly maintained.
- Owners of smaller crossovers and lighter SUVs occasionally report 'squishy' handling or a lack of steering feedback, likely due to the tire's soft compound.
- The tire is frequently criticized for its lack of durability on gravel or unpaved surfaces, despite being marketed for SUV use.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport | B · Goodyear EfficientGrip SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
67
/ 100
Bridgestone
75
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip SUV — better wet, comfort and handling. Pick the Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear EfficientGrip SUV scores 84 vs 65 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear EfficientGrip SUV scores 74 vs 62 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear EfficientGrip SUV scores 72 vs 62 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear EfficientGrip SUV scores 83 vs 78 on dry.
Tire A · Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport
Tire B · Goodyear EfficientGrip SUV
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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.