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Falken Azenis FK510 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 — Compared (September 2026)
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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
Why this score
| Source | Azenis FK510 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 74 | 76 |
| Tire Rack owners | 89 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 88 |
| SimpleTire owners | 97 | 95 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 97% | 97% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 96% | 100% |
Wet
Why this score
| Source | Azenis FK510 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 84 | 94 |
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | 79 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | 95 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 87% | 97% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 97% | 97% |
Snow
Why this score
| Source | Azenis FK510 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 75 | 73 |
Comfort
Why this score
| Source | Azenis FK510 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 49 | 56 |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | 95 |
Noise
Why this score
| Source | Azenis FK510 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 73 | 88 |
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | 100 |
Treadwear
Why this score
| Source | Azenis FK510 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 77 | 78 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 79 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | 85 |
Handling
Why this score
| Source | Azenis FK510 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 81 |
| DriverReviews owners | 86 | 86 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Falken Azenis FK510 | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 83 |
| Dry | 80 | 81 |
| Wet | 85 | 90 |
| Snow | – | 73 |
| Comfort | 62 | 68 |
| Noise | 84 | 93 |
| Treadwear | 75 | 79 |
| Handling | 81 | 81 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
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Tire A
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 97% #3/9 · 2018 AZ Summer AND All Season Tyre Test | 97% #10/16 · 2018 Test World Summer Tyre Test | +0.3 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 96% #2/9 · 2018 AZ Summer AND All Season Tyre Test | 100% #3/3 · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 VS Asymmetric 3 VS Continental PremiumContact 6 - In depth test | -4 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 84% #8/9 · 2018 AZ Summer AND All Season Tyre Test | 100% #2/6 · 2018 EVO UUHP Tyre Test | -15.7 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 99% #9/10 · 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tyre Test | 100% #3/3 · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 VS Asymmetric 3 VS Continental PremiumContact 6 - In depth test | -1 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 86% #9/11 · 2022 AutoBild Sports Cars UHP Summer Tyre Test | 77% #3/6 · 2018 EVO UUHP Tyre Test | +9.5 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 33% #3/9 · 2021 ACE / GTU Summer Tyre Test | 11% #9/16 · 2018 Test World Summer Tyre Test | +22.2 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 86% #9/10 · 2022 AMS Performance Summer Tyre Test | 97% #7/11 · 2018 AMS Summer UHP Tyre Test | -11 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 78% #6/10 · 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test | 80% #3/3 · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 VS Asymmetric 3 VS Continental PremiumContact 6 - In depth test | -2.2 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 80% #5/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test | 70% #6/16 · 2018 Test World Summer Tyre Test | +10 | Different tests |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 70% #5/10 · 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test | 90% #5/16 · 2018 Test World Summer Tyre Test | -20 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 87% #9/10 · 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tyre Test | 97% #8/11 · 2018 AMS Summer UHP Tyre Test | -9.4 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 97% #7/10 · 2022 AMS Performance Summer Tyre Test | 97% #12/16 · 2018 Test World Summer Tyre Test | +0.4 | Different tests |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Falken Azenis FK510 is widely regarded as a high-value, ultra-high-performance summer tire that frequently outperforms more expensive premium brands in wet and dry traction. While users consistently praise its comfort, quiet ride, and confidence-inspiring grip, the consensus is that these performance benefits come at the cost of accelerated tread wear.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- High value-to-performance ratio compared to premium competitors
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Strong hydroplaning resistance
- Predictable handling characteristics
Cons
- Rapid tread wear and short lifespan
- Soft sidewalls can lead to delayed steering response at high speeds
- Potential for increased road noise on specific rough road surfaces
- Susceptibility to tramlining as the tread wears down
Observations
- Users with high-torque, rear-wheel-drive vehicles and heavy EVs frequently report significantly faster rear tire wear.
- Drivers of performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., BMW, Tesla, Mustang) note that while the tire offers excellent grip, the softer sidewall can feel less precise than dedicated track-focused tires during aggressive cornering.
- Owners of luxury sedans and SUVs often highlight the tire's ability to improve ride comfort and reduce noise compared to factory-fitted run-flat tires.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 is widely regarded as a premium, comfort-oriented performance tire that excels in daily driving scenarios. While it receives high praise for its quiet ride, wet-weather traction, and overall refinement, it is frequently criticized by enthusiasts for having soft sidewalls that can compromise steering precision and feedback during spirited driving.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and low road noise levels
- Strong wet and dry grip performance for daily commuting
- High value-for-money compared to direct competitors like Michelin
- Excellent longevity for many users, particularly in non-aggressive driving
Cons
- Soft sidewalls leading to vague steering feedback and 'mushy' handling
- Inconsistent tread life, with some users reporting rapid wear on high-torque vehicles
- Reduced rim protection compared to previous generations
- Susceptibility to sidewall damage from potholes
Observations
- Users with high-torque, rear-wheel-drive sedans (e.g., BMW 5/6 series) frequently report excellent mileage and comfort, especially with Run-Flat (ROF) variants.
- Drivers of performance-oriented hatchbacks and sports cars often find the sidewalls too soft for track use or aggressive cornering, preferring stiffer alternatives.
- The tire is noted to have a significant 'bed-in' period, with performance and handling characteristics improving noticeably after 1,000–2,500 km.
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Falken Azenis FK510
Community opinions on the Falken Azenis FK510 are generally mixed, balancing praise for their value pricing and strong wet-weather grip against complaints regarding soft sidewalls, rapid tread wear on heavy or track-driven vehicles, and handling that some drivers describe as "boaty." While many view them as a cost-effective alternative to premium tires like the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S, others note that recent price hikes and mixed performance in testing make them a secondary choice compared to dedicated track or alternative ultra-high-performance tires.
“Upgrading tires from Falken Azenis FK510, looking for recommendations Hey all, I drive a V6 1LE camaro, i've been doing a lot of open practice sessions at a small track (the driveway in austin, tx), long story short I bought brand new Azenis FK510 two months ago, only about 4k street miles, and after about 3 hours of track time they're pretty much done....mostly from noob mistakes like overcooking the entry and destroying the front shoulders, and having the rear tires way too overinflated so the shoulders are fine but the center are down to the wear bars. Even under ideal conditions and purposely driving slower and smoother I can't see these lasting much more than 4-5 hours of track time, I'm just surprised to see these tires wear down very very quickly under hard driving and overheat somewhat quickly, these are awesome daily driving tires but I'm looking for more track performance. I'm currently debating between pilot sport 4s, bridgestone re-71r, firehawk indy 500. This is more of a philosophical question, I'm looking at a wide variety of treadwear tires, I'm curious how you guys decide on what treadwear tires to run and how you decide between wear, price, and grip. I'm leaning towards the RE-71r right now, I figure if I'm burning through my tires in a few months anyways might as well do it with sticky tires since my falkens didn't last long anyways... Read more”
“Anyone running Falken Azenis FK510? I bought a lightly used 2022 Model S from Tesla directly back in March of 2025. It came with the 21" Archnids on brand new FK510s. I immediately had the camber shims + an alignment to prevent the inner tear wear. Since then I've driven 11,500 miles on it. I noticed today my front tires look brand new, but the rear tires are completely bald all the way across. I drive in medium ride height and rarely accelerate aggressively. Now I'm wondering if this short lifespan is due to the tires Tesla put on there and if it would make more sense to buy a used set of 19" tempest wheels or replace these tires. Read more”
“Falken Azenis SUV (FK510) Replaced my Goodyear tires after 2 years. Was using Continental prior to that. Read some good reviews regarding the Falken FK510 SUV, some even mentioned it as the poor man's Michelin tires. Goodyear's tires were a bit rough, every time we drove through a bump or potholes felt really bumpy. Conti was soft, but it's lifespan is a bit short, usually lasts me a year or so. After driving around a day with FK510, it feels nice, somewhat like Conti. Here's hoping that it'll last me 2 years. Read more”
“I put the fk510 on my 2014 535d msport and the rears only lasted 10-11k or one year. Trying something different. They are a good performance summer tire but not worth replacing every year.”
Based on 25 community posts
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3
Community opinion on the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 is generally mixed, with users comparing it to competitors like Michelin and Bridgestone regarding handling, noise, and wear. While some drivers appreciate their performance and find good deals or rebates on them, others note that competitors like the Michelin Pilot Sport offer better wet grip and lower noise, or that snow performance is lacking as expected from a summer tire.
“Most recent 3 tyres for me: Current at >40,000km - Bridgestone Potenza RE003 ~20,000km - Michelin Pilot Sport 4 ~35,000km - Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 The Pilot Sport 4 has been my favourite of the three by far - handling felt just as good as the Goodyear Eagle F1 whilst having less road noise and incredible wet grip, but they just didn't last long. But I enjoyed them so much I'll try the Pilot Sport 5's next as they supposedly have improvements to tread wear.”
“Hi there, I need to put new tyres on my f30 330d. I want to switch away from run flats. The tyres will be used all year round. I was veering towards the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 as recommended by this website (although I am open to other suggestions): ... However the snow performance seems to be lacking (not too surprising given they are a summer tyre) ... Therefore I was wondering about Michelin crossclimate instead: ... I live in a rural part of the south east so I get no more than two weeks of snow a year but face driving on un-gritted roads when it does snow. The rub here is that I'm compromising the cars performance for the rest of the year to make sure I'm OK for 2 weeks in winter! Any thoughts on which option would be best for somebody in my position? Thanks”
“Hi, I currently have Falken Azenis FK510s all round and i need to replace both front tyres. Sticking with Runflats, are these a good option: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 (225/40 R19 93Y) ROF XL *BMW [F] and is there any downsides to running 2 different brands? The back don't need changing yet car is a 335d xDrive Thanks for any info”
“Originally Posted By: slacktide_bitog DTD has their memorial day sale, and the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 is $132 each, plus $200 in rebates. If you open up a DTD credit card, there is another $100 $50 rebate available (making the total $300 $250 off) I made a slight mistake, sorry But still, $200 or $250 off the set of four tires is a great deal”
Based on 11 community posts
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Falken Azenis FK510 | B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 68 | 9 |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 22″ | 17″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 7 - 11/32″ |
| UTQG | 300 A A | 240 - 300 AA A |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Black Side Wall - Raised Black Lettering |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | 42 - 51 psi |
Which one should you actually buy?
Falken
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 — better noise, comfort and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 scores 93 vs 84 on noise.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 scores 68 vs 62 on comfort.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 scores 90 vs 85 on wet.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 scores 79 vs 75 on treadwear.
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.