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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season vs Vredestein Hi Trac 2 — 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.

Tire A Goodyear

Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season

Ultra High Performance All Season tire

Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
90/100
2,402 owner reviews
Dry
95
Wet
92
Snow
68
Comfort
92
Noise
92
Treadwear
89
Handling
96

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Vredestein

Vredestein Hi Trac 2

Summer High Performance tires

Vredestein Hi Trac 2 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
5 owner reviews
Dry
80
Wet
86
Snow
–
Comfort
82
Noise
–
Treadwear
83
Handling
80

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season — better handling, dry and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown

7 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 15
A — Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season
95
B — Vredestein Hi Trac 2
80
Why this score
SourceEagle Sport All-SeasonHi Trac 2
Tire Rack owners 91 –
Tyre Reviews owners 88 80
SimpleTire owners 95 –

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 6
A — Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season
92
B — Vredestein Hi Trac 2
86
Why this score
SourceEagle Sport All-SeasonHi Trac 2
Tire Rack owners 84 –
Tyre Reviews owners 83 86
SimpleTire owners 87 –

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season
68
B — Vredestein Hi Trac 2
–
Why this score
SourceEagle Sport All-SeasonHi Trac 2
Tire Rack owners 68 –
Tyre Reviews owners 59 –
SimpleTire owners 76 –

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 10
A — Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season
92
B — Vredestein Hi Trac 2
82
Why this score
SourceEagle Sport All-SeasonHi Trac 2
Tire Rack owners 84 –
Tyre Reviews owners 69 82
SimpleTire owners 90 –

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season
92
B — Vredestein Hi Trac 2
–
Why this score
SourceEagle Sport All-SeasonHi Trac 2
SimpleTire owners 89 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 6
A — Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season
89
B — Vredestein Hi Trac 2
83
Why this score
SourceEagle Sport All-SeasonHi Trac 2
Tire Rack owners 84 –
Tyre Reviews owners 76 83
SimpleTire owners 90 –

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 16
A — Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season
96
B — Vredestein Hi Trac 2
80
Why this score
SourceEagle Sport All-SeasonHi Trac 2
Tyre Reviews owners 76 80

Scores at a glance

Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season vs Vredestein Hi Trac 2: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryGoodyear Eagle Sport All-SeasonVredestein Hi Trac 2
Relative Score 92 83
Dry 95 80
Wet 92 86
Snow 68 –
Comfort 92 82
Noise 92 –
Treadwear 89 83
Handling 96 80

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Tire A

Tire B

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From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season

The Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season is widely regarded as a capable, value-oriented tire that excels in dry handling and steering responsiveness. While many users appreciate its durability and performance in moderate conditions, it receives mixed feedback regarding road noise and winter capability, with a significant portion of users noting that it is not a true replacement for dedicated winter tires.

Pros

  • Strong dry pavement grip and cornering stability
  • Responsive steering and predictable handling
  • Good tread life and durability for the price point
  • Effective rim protection ridge on the sidewall
  • High value proposition compared to premium competitors

Cons

  • Significant road noise that often increases as the tire wears
  • Mediocre to poor performance in deep snow and ice
  • Inconsistent wet traction, with some reports of hydroplaning
  • Stiff ride quality that can feel harsh over road imperfections
  • Reports of tread chunking or peeling under aggressive use

Observations

  • EV owners report a noticeable decrease in range due to rolling resistance, though some appreciate the 'acoustic' foam versions for cabin quietness.
  • Users with performance-oriented sedans (e.g., Civic Si, BMW 3-Series) praise the steering response but often find the tire noisy compared to dedicated summer or touring options.
  • Owners of heavier SUVs and trucks generally report good tread longevity but note that the tire's stiff sidewalls can transmit more road vibration than expected.
Tire B Vredestein Hi Trac 2

The Vredestein Hi Trac 2 is generally regarded as a capable performer in wet weather conditions, offering reliable braking and traction. However, user experience is polarized by concerns regarding rapid tread wear and soft sidewall construction, which can impact handling stability during cornering.

Pros

  • Strong wet weather grip and braking performance
  • Quiet operation compared to factory-fitted alternatives
  • Good traction for acceleration and braking
  • Suitable for lightweight vehicle applications

Cons

  • Poor tread longevity, with some users reporting significant wear under 10,000 miles
  • Soft sidewalls leading to a 'wobbly' sensation or excessive flex during cornering
  • Lack of lateral grip in dry conditions
  • Premium pricing point that some users feel is not justified by the wear rate

Observations

  • Users with 65-profile tires noted significant sidewall bulge, requiring higher inflation pressures to improve handling stability.
  • The tire is reported to perform well on lightweight sports cars, though it may struggle with weight transfer on heavier or more demanding vehicles.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season B · Vredestein Hi Trac 2
CategoryUltra High Performance All Season tireSummer High Performance tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available57—
Rim diameters16″ – 22″—
Tread depth10/32″—
UTQG560 A A—
Treadwear warranty50,000 mi—
SidewallBlackwall—
Max pressure51 psi—
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Goodyear

Vredestein

Winner: Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season — better handling, dry and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season scores 96 vs 80 on handling.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season scores 95 vs 80 on dry.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season scores 92 vs 82 on comfort.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season scores 92 vs 86 on wet.

Tire A · Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season
Tire B · Vredestein Hi Trac 2

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.