66
/ 100
Objective (60%)
69/100
6 professional tests
User signal (40%)
70/100
142 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Avon ZV7 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport — 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
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
80/100
17 professional tests
User signal (40%)
84/100
72 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport — better noise, handling and treadwear. Pick the Avon ZV7 if comfort matters most to you.
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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 SuperSport leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | ZV7 | Eagle F1 SuperSport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 71 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 95 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 100 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 97% | 96% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 100% | 96% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 SuperSport leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | ZV7 | Eagle F1 SuperSport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 66 | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 100 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 89% | 89% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 96% | 81% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
ZV7 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | ZV7 | Eagle F1 SuperSport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 60 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 74 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 SuperSport leads by 37
Why this score
| Source | ZV7 | Eagle F1 SuperSport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 50 | 87 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 100 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 SuperSport leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | ZV7 | Eagle F1 SuperSport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 56 | 71 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 SuperSport leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | ZV7 | Eagle F1 SuperSport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 91 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 86 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon ZV7 | Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 66 | 80 |
| Dry | 75 | 88 |
| Wet | 70 | 81 |
| Comfort | 77 | 67 |
| Noise | 50 | 87 |
| Treadwear | 56 | 72 |
| Handling | 71 | 91 |
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Headline score
66
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 100
Tire B
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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curved Aquaplaning | Curved | 79% #11/14 · 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | 98% #2/9 · 2025 EVO Summer Tyre Test | -19.2 | Different tests |
| Dry Braking | Dry | 97% #11/45 · 2019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking Shootout | 96% #2/3 · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 vs SuperSport vs SuperSport R | +0.7 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 100% #13/14 · 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | 96% #5/8 · The BEST Performance Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested! | +4 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 81% #6/14 · 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | 94% #6/10 · 2022 Tyre Reviews UUHP Summer Tyre Test | -13 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 96% #5/14 · 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | 99% #7/9 · 2021 Auto Bild UUHP Summer Tyre Test | -2.6 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 89% #15/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 82% #8/10 · 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test | +6.9 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 2% #42/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 13% #8/8 · 2026 Autobild Sports Cars Summer Tyre Test | -10.1 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 95% #11/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 99% #3/8 · The BEST Performance Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested! | -4.2 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 89% #20/48 · 2023 Summer Tyre Market Overview | 89% #5/9 · 2021 EVO Summer Tyre Test | -0.2 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 96% #12/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 81% #1/8 · 2019 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | +14.6 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Avon ZV7 is a polarizing mid-range tire that receives high praise for its initial wet and dry grip, quiet ride, and value-for-money proposition. However, a significant number of users report severe, premature structural issues, specifically cracking within the tread grooves, which often necessitates replacement long before the tread depth is exhausted.
Pros
- Excellent wet and dry traction when new
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- High value-for-money compared to premium brands
- Strong performance as a daily touring tire
Cons
- Widespread reports of premature tread cracking and perishing
- Inconsistent and often rapid tread wear
- Soft sidewalls leading to vague steering feedback
- Difficult and unhelpful manufacturer warranty/claims process
Observations
- Users with heavier vehicles (e.g., Ford S-Max, Volvo V70, Mondeo) frequently report faster, uneven center-tread wear.
- Drivers of performance-oriented or modified vehicles often find the sidewalls too soft, resulting in a lack of precision during spirited driving.
- Owners of smaller, lighter vehicles generally report higher satisfaction with longevity and comfort compared to those with larger, heavier saloons.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport is widely regarded as a high-performance, track-capable tire that offers exceptional dry grip, precise steering feedback, and excellent value compared to premium competitors like the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S. While it excels in spirited driving and handling, some users report a firmer ride, increased road noise, and inconsistent performance in cold or damp conditions, with tread wear varying significantly based on vehicle torque and driving style.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and cornering stability
- Direct and communicative steering feedback
- Strong value proposition compared to Michelin and Continental alternatives
- Impressive wet weather performance for a UUHP tire
- Robust sidewall construction providing high-speed stability
Cons
- Increased road noise and NVH compared to comfort-oriented tires
- Performance drop-off in cold temperatures or damp conditions
- Tread wear can be rapid on high-torque or track-heavy applications
- Stiffer ride quality may be perceived as harsh on poor road surfaces
- Occasional reports of overnight flat-spotting
Observations
- Users with high-torque FWD hot hatches noted excellent traction off the line but reported faster front-tire wear.
- Drivers switching from factory run-flat tires consistently reported significant improvements in comfort, steering feel, and overall grip.
- Performance varies by manufacturer-specific OE markings (e.g., Audi vs. BMW spec), with some users noting differences in sidewall stiffness and compound behavior.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon ZV7 | B · Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 19 |
| Rim diameters | — | 18″ – 23″ |
| Tread depth | — | 7 - 10/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 080 - 300 A - AA A |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall - Serrated Black Lettering |
| Max pressure | — | 50 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
66
/ 100
Avon
80
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport — better noise, handling and treadwear. Pick the Avon ZV7 if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport scores 87 vs 50 on noise.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport scores 91 vs 71 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport scores 72 vs 56 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport scores 88 vs 75 on dry.
Tire A · Avon ZV7
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport
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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.