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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 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.

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Tire B Goodyear

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV

Summer Ultra High Performance tires

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
74/100
13 owner reviews
Dry
91
Wet
86
Snow
–
Comfort
82
Noise
80
Treadwear
72
Handling
100

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV — better handling, noise and treadwear. Pick the Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV if wet and dry matter most to you.
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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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) ContiSportContact 5 SUV leads by 4
A — Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV
95
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
91
Why this score
SourceContiSportContact 5 SUVEagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
Professional tests (TWG score) 100 –
Tire Rack owners 78 –
Tyre Reviews owners 84 100

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) ContiSportContact 5 SUV leads by 5
A — Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV
91
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
86
Why this score
SourceContiSportContact 5 SUVEagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
Professional tests (TWG score) 96 –
Tire Rack owners 70 –
Tyre Reviews owners 80 100

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV
93
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
–

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV leads by 4
A — Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV
78
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
82
Why this score
SourceContiSportContact 5 SUVEagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
Tire Rack owners 63 –
Tyre Reviews owners 70 90

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV leads by 13
A — Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV
67
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
80
Why this score
SourceContiSportContact 5 SUVEagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
Professional tests (TWG score) 46 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV leads by 7
A — Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV
65
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
72
Why this score
SourceContiSportContact 5 SUVEagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
Tire Rack owners 42 –
Tyre Reviews owners 54 65

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV leads by 19
A — Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV
81
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
100
Why this score
SourceContiSportContact 5 SUVEagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
Tyre Reviews owners 81 100
DriverReviews owners – 82

Scores at a glance

Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryContinental ContiSportContact 5 SUVGoodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
Relative Score 79 84
Dry 95 91
Wet 91 86
Snow 93 –
Comfort 78 82
Noise 67 80
Treadwear 65 72
Handling 81 100

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Tire A

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.

Tire A Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV

The Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV is widely praised for its high-performance handling, superior wet and dry grip, and refined ride comfort. However, a significant portion of the user base reports dissatisfaction regarding rapid tread wear, with many owners of mid-to-large SUVs experiencing premature replacement intervals.

Pros

  • Exceptional wet and dry braking performance
  • High levels of steering precision and handling confidence
  • Quiet and comfortable ride quality
  • Strong traction and stability during spirited driving

Cons

  • Rapid tread wear, particularly on heavier SUV models
  • High price point relative to the total mileage achieved
  • Increased road noise as the tread wears down
  • Soft rubber compound prone to puncture damage

Observations

  • Owners of mid-size SUVs like the Hyundai Tucson, VW Tiguan, and Ford Edge frequently report premature wear, often requiring replacement under 15,000 miles.
  • High-performance vehicle owners (e.g., BMW X5) report better longevity and satisfaction, suggesting the tire performs best when matched with specific high-performance chassis tuning.
  • Run-flat variants are noted for a firmer ride and increased noise compared to standard versions.
Tire B Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV

The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV is highly regarded for its exceptional grip and handling characteristics, particularly in both wet and dry conditions. While it is frequently praised as a top-tier performance tire that maintains the intended driving dynamics of high-end vehicles, users consistently note that this performance comes at the cost of rapid tread wear.

Pros

  • Exceptional wet and dry surface grip
  • Superior braking performance
  • Precise cornering and turn-in response
  • Consistent handling characteristics for performance-oriented vehicles

Cons

  • Rapid tread wear and short service life
  • High price point
  • Rubber compound hardening toward the end of the tire's life

Observations

  • Owners of performance vehicles like the Porsche Cayman report that the tire is well-matched to factory suspension tuning, maintaining intended handling consistency.
  • Users report a relatively short lifespan of 15,000 to 25,000 kilometers, suggesting the tire is optimized for performance over longevity.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
CategorySummer Ultra High Performance tiresSummer Ultra High Performance tires
Vehicle typeSUV and 4x4SUV and 4x4
Tread depth—9 - 10/32″
UTQG—240 A - AA A
Sidewall—Raised Black Lettering
Max pressure—50 - 51 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Continental

Goodyear

Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV — better handling, noise and treadwear. Pick the Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV if wet and dry matter most to you.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV scores 100 vs 81 on handling.

Pick tire B You want a quieter cabin

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV scores 80 vs 67 on noise.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV scores 72 vs 65 on treadwear.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV scores 91 vs 86 on wet.

Tire A · Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV

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.