82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
80/100
17 professional tests
User signal (40%)
84/100
72 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport vs Kumho Ecsta X3 KL17 ASYMMETRIC — 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
73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
74/100
2 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport — better handling. Pick the Kumho Ecsta X3 KL17 ASYMMETRIC if comfort and dry matter 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)
Ecsta X3 KL17 ASYMMETRIC leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Ecsta X3 KL17 ASYMMETRIC |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 95 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 SuperSport leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Ecsta X3 KL17 ASYMMETRIC |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 80 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ecsta X3 KL17 ASYMMETRIC leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Ecsta X3 KL17 ASYMMETRIC |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 60 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Ecsta X3 KL17 ASYMMETRIC |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Ecsta X3 KL17 ASYMMETRIC |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 SuperSport leads by 56
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Ecsta X3 KL17 ASYMMETRIC |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 35 |
| DriverReviews owners | 86 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport | Kumho Ecsta X3 KL17 ASYMMETRIC |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 82 | 73 |
| Dry | 88 | 95 |
| Wet | 81 | 80 |
| Comfort | 67 | 75 |
| Noise | 87 | – |
| Treadwear | 72 | – |
| Handling | 91 | 35 |
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Headline score
82
/ 100
Tire A
73
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
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.
The Kumho Ecsta X3 KL17 Asymmetric is generally regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly tire that offers responsive handling and solid dry-weather performance. While it provides a noticeable upgrade in steering feel compared to some legacy tires, users report compromises in cabin noise and limited traction in severe winter conditions.
Pros
- High value for the price point
- Responsive steering and handling characteristics
- Reliable performance in warm, dry weather conditions
Cons
- Increased road noise on uneven or bumpy surfaces
- Limited grip on ice and steep, icy inclines
- Occasional traction loss in snow
Observations
- Users transitioning from legacy tires on older luxury SUVs (such as the Range Rover P38) noted improved responsiveness.
- Performance is perceived as adequate for light winter conditions but lacks the specialized grip required for severe ice.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport | B · Kumho Ecsta X3 KL17 ASYMMETRIC |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| 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?
82
/ 100
Goodyear
73
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport — better handling. Pick the Kumho Ecsta X3 KL17 ASYMMETRIC if comfort and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport scores 91 vs 35 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Kumho Ecsta X3 KL17 ASYMMETRIC scores 75 vs 67 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Kumho Ecsta X3 KL17 ASYMMETRIC scores 95 vs 88 on dry.
Tire A · Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport
Tire B · Kumho Ecsta X3 KL17 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.