71
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
72/100
225 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental Sport Contact 5 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 — 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
85
/ 100
Objective (60%)
94/100
20 professional tests
User signal (40%)
86/100
250 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 — better comfort, treadwear and handling. Pick the Continental Sport Contact 5 if dry 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)
Sport Contact 5 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Sport Contact 5 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 93 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 100% | 94% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Sport Contact 5 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 94 | 89 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 90 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 99% | 100% |
| Wet Circle (% of best) | 93% | 94% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 37
Why this score
| Source | Sport Contact 5 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 26 | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 80 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Sport Contact 5 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 72 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | Sport Contact 5 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 51 | 79 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Sport Contact 5 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 88 |
| DriverReviews owners | 84 | 88 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental Sport Contact 5 | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 71 | 85 |
| Dry | 94 | 88 |
| Wet | 89 | 90 |
| Snow | – | 52 |
| Comfort | 45 | 82 |
| Noise | – | 72 |
| Treadwear | 51 | 79 |
| Handling | 76 | 88 |
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Headline score
71
/ 100
Tire A
85
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
Test data
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 | 100% #1/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | 94% #3/3 · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 vs SuperSport vs SuperSport R | +6.3 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 96% #3/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | 78% #8/8 · 2021 Camper Van / SUV Tyre Test | +18.1 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 50% #2/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | 50% #2/11 · 2019 Auto Bild Sports Car Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 98% #3/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | 97% #4/10 · 2019 Gute Fahrt Summer 18 Inch Tyre Test | +1 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 67% #4/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | 67% #12/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 100% #1/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | 90% #4/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test | +10 | Different tests |
| Subj. Noise | Subj | 67% #5/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | 100% #3/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -33.3 | Same test |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 100% #1/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | 100% #2/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 99% #3/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | 100% #2/45 · 2019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking Shootout | -0.3 | Different tests |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 93% #3/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | 94% #4/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -1.3 | Same test |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental Sport Contact 5 is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in wet and dry grip, offering exceptional confidence and handling for spirited drivers. However, the consensus is heavily polarized by its rapid tread wear, with a significant number of users reporting premature replacement intervals that diminish the tire's overall value proposition.
Pros
- Exceptional grip in both wet and dry conditions
- High levels of steering precision and driver feedback
- Strong braking performance
- Good comfort and relatively low road noise for a performance tire
Cons
- Rapid and often premature tread wear
- High price point relative to longevity
- Performance degradation as tread depth decreases
- Soft sidewalls prone to damage from potholes or curbs
Observations
- Users with high-torque or heavy vehicles (e.g., Audi Q5, Mercedes C-Class, BMW 3-series) frequently report the fastest tread wear, often requiring replacement under 10,000 miles.
- Drivers of lighter, smaller vehicles (e.g., Fiesta, lightweight sports cars) report significantly better longevity, suggesting the compound is highly sensitive to vehicle weight and load.
- The 'ContiSeal' (self-sealing) variants are noted for better durability in some instances, though they remain expensive.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 is widely regarded as a top-tier, high-performance all-rounder that excels in both wet and dry conditions. Users frequently praise its predictable handling, strong grip, and excellent value compared to more expensive competitors like the Michelin Pilot Sport series. While most owners report high satisfaction, some note concerns regarding road noise and inconsistent tread life depending on driving style and vehicle weight.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry grip
- Predictable and confidence-inspiring handling at the limit
- High value-for-money proposition
- Strong braking performance
- Good rim protection features
Cons
- Noticeable road noise on certain surfaces
- Tread life can be inconsistent, with some users reporting rapid wear
- Stiffer sidewalls can lead to a harsher ride on rough roads
- Occasional reports of quality control issues like balancing difficulties
Observations
- Users transitioning from run-flat tires to the Asymmetric 5 consistently report a massive improvement in ride comfort and steering feel.
- Drivers of heavier or high-torque vehicles (e.g., 300hp+ sedans) report faster tread wear, though many still praise the tire's ability to manage power delivery.
- Some users on lower-profile setups (18-20 inch) noted increased road noise and sensitivity to road imperfections compared to smaller, higher-profile configurations.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental Sport Contact 5 | B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 16 |
| Rim diameters | — | 18″ – 21″ |
| Tread depth | — | 7 - 9/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 300 - 500 A - AA A |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall - Serrated Black Lettering |
| Max pressure | — | 50 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
71
/ 100
Continental
85
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 — better comfort, treadwear and handling. Pick the Continental Sport Contact 5 if dry matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 scores 82 vs 45 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 scores 79 vs 51 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 scores 88 vs 76 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental Sport Contact 5 scores 94 vs 88 on dry.
Tire A · Continental Sport Contact 5
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
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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.