89
/ 100
Objective (60%)
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User signal (40%)
90/100
43 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental ExtremeContact Sport vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 — 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
73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
76/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
81/100
148 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental ExtremeContact Sport — better wet, treadwear and comfort. Pick the Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 if handling matters 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
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact Sport leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | Eagle F1 Supercar 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 89 |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 92 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact Sport leads by 34
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | Eagle F1 Supercar 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 56 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 55 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact Sport leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | Eagle F1 Supercar 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 76 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 67 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact Sport leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | Eagle F1 Supercar 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 80 | 68 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 60 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Supercar 3 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | Eagle F1 Supercar 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 93 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental ExtremeContact Sport | Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 89 | 73 |
| Dry | 95 | 90 |
| Wet | 90 | 56 |
| Snow | 87 | – |
| Comfort | 91 | 76 |
| Noise | 91 | – |
| Treadwear | 87 | 68 |
| Handling | 80 | 93 |
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Headline score
89
/ 100
Tire A
73
/ 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 Continental ExtremeContact Sport is widely regarded as a premier ultra-high-performance summer tire that excels in balancing daily driving comfort with aggressive handling capabilities. Users consistently praise its superior wet and dry grip, low noise levels, and excellent value compared to more expensive competitors, though some enthusiasts note a softer sidewall that can slightly compromise steering precision.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- High level of ride comfort and low road noise
- Excellent value-to-performance ratio
- Strong performance even as tread wears down
Cons
- Softer sidewall can lead to a slight delay in steering response
- Tendency to become 'greasy' or lose performance during sustained high-heat track sessions
- Poor performance in cold temperatures (below 50°F)
- Potential for flat-spotting if left stationary in cold weather
Observations
- Owners of lightweight sports cars like the Mazda MX-5 report excellent synergy with the tire's handling characteristics, though some BRZ owners found the sidewall too soft for their specific suspension geometry.
- Drivers transitioning from factory run-flat tires on vehicles like the BMW Z4 noted a transformative improvement in ride quality and stability.
- EV owners noted that the tire handles the high torque and weight of electric vehicles well, though they remain mindful of accelerated tread wear under enthusiastic driving.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperCar 3 is widely regarded as a high-performance, track-focused tire that offers exceptional dry grip and consistent thermal stability for enthusiasts. While it excels in spirited driving and HPDE sessions, users note that it requires significant heat to reach optimal performance and is poorly suited for cold or wet conditions. It is frequently praised as a cost-effective, durable alternative to more expensive track-oriented tires like the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and consistent performance during long track sessions.
- High thermal stability with minimal 'greasy' fall-off when pushed hard.
- Excellent value proposition compared to premium competitors.
- Predictable handling and progressive breakaway characteristics at the limit.
- Surprisingly good road manners and noise levels for an extreme performance tire.
Cons
- Poor wet weather performance and high risk of hydroplaning in standing water.
- Requires significant warm-up time; performance is lackluster in temperatures below 60°F.
- Short tread life, particularly when subjected to aggressive track use or heavy vehicles.
- Persistent supply chain issues and nationwide backorders.
- Shallow initial tread depth limits total usable life.
Observations
- Owners of heavy, high-horsepower vehicles like the Camaro ZL1 and BMW M3 report rapid rear tire wear but appreciate the tire's ability to manage high torque.
- Users note that the tire runs wider than other brands in the same size, which can affect fitment and clearance on some setups.
- The tire is frequently cited as the 'gold standard' for the 6th Gen Camaro 1LE platform, with many users noting it is specifically engineered for that vehicle's chassis.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental ExtremeContact Sport | B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 11 |
| Rim diameters | — | 18″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 7 - 9/32″ |
| UTQG | 340 AA A | 220 AA A |
| Treadwear warranty | 30,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band |
| Max pressure | 44 - 51 psi | 50 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
89
/ 100
Continental
73
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Continental ExtremeContact Sport — better wet, treadwear and comfort. Pick the Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental ExtremeContact Sport scores 90 vs 56 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Continental ExtremeContact Sport scores 87 vs 68 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental ExtremeContact Sport scores 91 vs 76 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 scores 93 vs 80 on handling.
Tire A · Continental ExtremeContact Sport
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3
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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.