80
/ 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 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R — 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
91
/ 100
Objective (60%)
84/100
6 professional tests
User signal (40%)
94/100
1,988 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R — better comfort, treadwear and dry. 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)
Pilot Sport Cup 2 R leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Pilot Sport Cup 2 R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | 92 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 100 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 96% | 100% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 95% | 93% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport Cup 2 R leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Pilot Sport Cup 2 R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 80 | 76 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 45 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 89% | 85% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 96% | 100% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport Cup 2 R leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Pilot Sport Cup 2 R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 60 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 95 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport Cup 2 R leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Pilot Sport Cup 2 R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport Cup 2 R leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Pilot Sport Cup 2 R |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 60 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport Cup 2 R leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Pilot Sport Cup 2 R |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 95 |
| DriverReviews owners | 86 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport | Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | 91 |
| Dry | 88 | 94 |
| Wet | 81 | 83 |
| Comfort | 67 | 94 |
| Noise | 87 | 92 |
| Treadwear | 72 | 90 |
| Handling | 91 | 96 |
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Headline score
80
/ 100
Tire A
91
/ 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 | 98% #2/9 · 2025 EVO Summer Tyre Test | 92% #5/7 · Michelin Range Test - CrossClimate 3, 3 Sport, Primacy 5, Pilot Sport 5 and Cup 2 | +6.6 | Different tests |
| Dry Braking | Dry | 96% #6/9 · 2025 EVO Summer Tyre Test | 100% #1/2 · Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 VS Cup 2 R - Tested | -4 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 95% #2/10 · 2022 Tyre Reviews UUHP Summer Tyre Test | 93% #1/7 · Michelin Range Test - CrossClimate 3, 3 Sport, Primacy 5, Pilot Sport 5 and Cup 2 | +2.1 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 95% #7/10 · 2022 Sport Auto UHP, UUHP and Semi Slick Tyre Test | 95% #2/4 · The FASTEST Track Tyres In The World Tested | +0.7 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 100% #1/8 · 2019 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | 100% #1/2 · Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 VS Cup 2 R - Tested | 0 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 97% #5/8 · 2019 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | 100% #1/4 · The FASTEST Track Tyres In The World Tested | -2.5 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 94% #4/8 · The BEST Performance Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested! | 100% #1/3 · Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R vs Hoosier TrackAttack Pro vs Bridgestone Potenza RE71 RS | -5.7 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 89% #5/9 · 2021 EVO Summer Tyre Test | 85% #2/2 · Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 VS Cup 2 R - Tested | +3.5 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 96% #3/9 · 2021 Auto Bild UUHP Summer Tyre Test | 100% #2/2 · Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 VS Cup 2 R - Tested | -4 | Different tests |
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 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R is a specialized, track-focused tire that offers exceptional dry-weather grip and steering precision for high-performance vehicles. While it excels in competitive driving and track-day environments, users emphasize that it is not suitable for daily driving, particularly due to its rapid tread wear, poor wet-weather performance, and lack of cold-temperature capability.
Pros
- Unrivaled dry-weather traction and cornering grip
- Precise steering response and communicative feedback
- Excellent performance consistency during track sessions
- Superior stability at high speeds
Cons
- Extremely short tread life and rapid wear
- Significant safety risks in wet or cold conditions
- High purchase price and high cost-per-mile
- Increased road noise and harsh ride quality
Observations
- Performance is highly dependent on vehicle-specific alignment settings; improper camber can lead to premature shoulder wear.
- Users note that the tire requires significant heat to reach optimal operating temperatures, making it feel 'sketchy' or stiff during short street trips.
- The tire is frequently cited as a 'one-trick pony' for track-day enthusiasts, with many users recommending the Pilot Sport 4S as a more practical alternative for street-driven vehicles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport | B · Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Trackday and Competition 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?
80
/ 100
Goodyear
91
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R — better comfort, treadwear and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R scores 94 vs 67 on comfort.
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You want the longest tread life
Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R scores 90 vs 72 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R scores 94 vs 88 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R scores 92 vs 87 on noise.
Tire A · Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport
Tire B · Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R
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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.