81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
88/100
29 professional tests
User signal (40%)
86/100
193 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport — 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
86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
85/100
27 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport — better comfort, treadwear and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
Eagle F1 Sport leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 93 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 94 | 91 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 86 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Sport leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 59 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 80 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 49 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Sport leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 80 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 76 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Sport leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 91 |
| DriverReviews owners | 86 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 86 |
| Dry | 90 | 92 |
| Wet | 88 | 88 |
| Comfort | 68 | 83 |
| Noise | 49 | – |
| Treadwear | 74 | 78 |
| Handling | 88 | 91 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
86
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is widely regarded as a top-tier ultra-high-performance tire that excels in balancing daily comfort with impressive wet and dry grip. Most users report a significant improvement in handling, noise levels, and ride quality compared to their previous tires, making it a highly competitive and often more affordable alternative to premium rivals like the Michelin Pilot Sport series.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry grip with predictable handling at the limit.
- High levels of ride comfort and low road noise for a performance-oriented tire.
- Strong value proposition compared to other premium UHP brands.
- Excellent steering responsiveness and feedback.
- Effective rim protection design.
Cons
- Rapid tread wear reported by many users, particularly under spirited driving.
- Soft sidewalls can lead to a 'squishy' or floaty feeling during aggressive cornering.
- Some reports of high road noise on rough or non-smooth asphalt surfaces.
- Performance can be inconsistent until the tires reach optimal operating temperature.
Observations
- Users transitioning from run-flat tires to the Asymmetric 6 consistently report a transformative improvement in ride comfort and a reduction in tramlining.
- Owners of heavier vehicles or those with high-torque setups often report faster-than-expected tread wear on the rear axle.
- Drivers of smaller, lighter vehicles (e.g., Mazda MX-5, Suzuki Swift) frequently praise the tire's agility and progressive behavior at the limit.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport is widely regarded as a high-value, performance-oriented tire that delivers impressive wet and dry grip, often rivaling more expensive premium competitors. While most users praise its comfort, low noise levels, and steering responsiveness, a minority of drivers report concerns regarding sidewall stiffness and inconsistent feedback during spirited driving.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium rivals
- Superior ride comfort and low road noise
- Effective rim protection design
Cons
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feedback for some drivers
- Reports of premature wear or tread degradation under harsh conditions
- Occasional quality control issues such as high-speed vibrations
- Braking performance occasionally cited as inferior to top-tier performance tires
Observations
- Users fitting these to performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution) noted significant improvements in steering sharpness over stock tires.
- Drivers of family-oriented or ladder-frame SUVs reported a surprising increase in ride comfort despite the tire's UHP classification.
Community buzz
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Positive
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Community opinion on the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is largely positive, with many drivers praising its balance of performance, wet/dry grip, and pricing compared to direct competitors like the Michelin Pilot Sport series. While a few users noted concerns regarding comfort, cold-weather performance in tests, or potential high-speed vibrations, the vast majority recommend them as top-tier daily driving and spirited performance tires.
r/TyreReviews
·4 upvotes ·2026-08-22
“215/45 R17 — Primacy 4+ or Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 for a daily driver My current tyres have developed deep cracks so they need replacing. The annoying part is that half the tyres people recommend simply don't exist in 215/45 R17, which cuts the list down fast. The two that keep coming up are the Michelin Primacy 4+ and the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, but they seem built for completely different drivers. Context: 2024 skoda Fabia 1.5 TSI. I'm not a sporty driver commuting and errands, occasionally push the pedal on an on-ramp, nothing crazy. Hot dry climate with heavy rain in winter and zero snow, so summer tyres only. What I actually want is longevity, comfort and solid wet grip. Quiet would be a bonus. Is the Asymmetric 6 just overkill for how I drive? And is there anything else in this size I should be looking at Read more”
r/TyreReviews
·3 upvotes ·2026-08-05
“Goodyear EfficentGrip Performance 2 vs. Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 I'm struggling to choose between the two as there is currently a deal on which means the difference in price is only £5 per tyre. I think that means the Asy6 is the no brainer, but my use case doesn't call for a UHP. I value comfort, road noise and resistance to dry cracking over anything else. I don't do many miles. I've already got the Asy6 on the rear axle (came with the wheels) and I'm looking to buy 2 new tyres for the front. I'll need rears at some point probably in the next year. I'd like my car to be more comfortable on broken roads, but I don't think the tyres are the main issue. The car is a Merc C180 estate family car. With 2 young kids, I don't exactly push the car hard. It mostly sits on the motorway or pootles around town. Am I overthinking it? Fronts: 225/45/17 Rears: 245/40/17”
r/TyreReviews
·1 upvote ·2026-08-22
“I've had the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 (235/45/18). They were really sturdy, comfort was super bad with them and I sold them for half the price. These are sport tyres, you do not need them.”
r/tires
·1 upvote ·2025-12-06
“No EV ready logo on Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 I recently bought Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 255/45R19 104Y XL SCT tyres. According to this article, this tyre should contain EV Ready logo but my tyres do not have it. I discussed with seller and they claimed that this tyres are ev ready even if it does not have the ev ready logo. Is that possible ? Can i trust that my tyres are EV Ready ?”
Top themes
#Wet and dry grip#Comparison with Michelin#Daily driving comfort#Wear and durability#Value and pricing#Track usage limitations
Based on 21 community posts
Tire B
Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Sizes available | 98 | — |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 23″ | — |
| Tread depth | 7 - 9/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 260 - 300 AA A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 30,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Goodyear
86
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport — better comfort, treadwear and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport scores 83 vs 68 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport scores 78 vs 74 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport scores 91 vs 88 on handling.
Tire A · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport
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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.