72
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
73/100
20 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop Direzza DZ102 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric — Compared (May 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
81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
151 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric — better wet, comfort and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
5 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 Asymmetric leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 87 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 80 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 70 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | Eagle F1 Asymmetric |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 78 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop Direzza DZ102 | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 72 | 81 |
| Dry | 82 | 90 |
| Wet | 73 | 87 |
| Comfort | 70 | 81 |
| Treadwear | 67 | 71 |
| Handling | 69 | 78 |
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72
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 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 Dunlop Direzza DZ102 is widely regarded as a high-value, entry-level Ultra-High Performance summer tire that balances impressive dry grip and comfort with an attractive price point. While many users praise its handling and road manners, consensus is split regarding its longevity and wet-weather performance, with some users reporting rapid tread wear and inconsistent traction in heavy rain.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Strong dry pavement grip and cornering stability
- Surprisingly high levels of ride comfort for a performance tire
- Low road noise levels compared to competitors in the segment
Cons
- Rapid or inconsistent tread wear
- Inconsistent wet weather performance and hydroplaning resistance
- Increased road noise as the tire ages
- Difficult to balance for some users
Observations
- Users with high-torque or tuned vehicles (300hp+) report that the tire provides sufficient grip to manage power delivery effectively.
- Drivers on 17-inch and 18-inch setups frequently highlight a significant improvement in comfort compared to previous touring or OEM tires.
- Some users noted that the tire's performance is highly sensitive to correct inflation pressures, with improper settings leading to immediate degradation in feel.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in wet-weather traction and provides a significant comfort upgrade over many OEM run-flat or performance alternatives. While the majority of users praise its confidence-inspiring grip and handling, a subset of owners reports inconsistent tread life and occasional issues with road noise or tramlining as the tires wear down.
Pros
- Exceptional wet-weather grip and hydroplaning resistance
- High levels of dry-road traction and cornering stability
- Superior ride comfort and reduced road noise compared to OEM run-flats
- Predictable and progressive handling characteristics at the limit
Cons
- Inconsistent tread longevity, with some users reporting rapid wear
- Increased road noise on rough or coarse asphalt surfaces
- Tendency to tramline or become vague as tread depth decreases
- Poor performance and lack of grip in near-freezing or snowy conditions
Observations
- BMW and other performance vehicle owners frequently report that switching from OEM run-flat tires to these Goodyears significantly improves ride quality and steering feedback.
- Users with high-torque or rear-wheel-drive vehicles noted that while grip is excellent, aggressive driving styles can lead to faster-than-expected rear tire wear.
- Some owners of larger rim sizes (19-20 inch) reported higher susceptibility to road noise and vibration compared to smaller diameter fitments.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop Direzza DZ102 | B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | — | 8 - 10/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 240 - 300 A - AA A |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band |
| Max pressure | — | 50 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
72
/ 100
Dunlop
81
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric — better wet, comfort and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric scores 87 vs 73 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric scores 81 vs 70 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric scores 78 vs 69 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric scores 90 vs 82 on dry.
Tire A · Dunlop Direzza DZ102
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric
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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.