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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 vs Nexen CP661 — 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.

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Tire B Nexen

Nexen CP661

Summer Touring tires

Nexen CP661 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
74/100
10 owner reviews
Dry
77
Wet
71
Comfort
76
Noise
–
Treadwear
80
Handling
72

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VerdictWinner: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 — better handling, wet and treadwear. 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) EfficientGrip Performance 2 leads by 10
A — Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
87
B — Nexen CP661
77
Why this score
SourceEfficientGrip Performance 2CP661
Professional tests (TWG score) 84 –
Tyre Reviews owners 90 77

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) EfficientGrip Performance 2 leads by 11
A — Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
82
B — Nexen CP661
71
Why this score
SourceEfficientGrip Performance 2CP661
Professional tests (TWG score) 79 –
Tyre Reviews owners 86 71

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) EfficientGrip Performance 2 leads by 7
A — Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
83
B — Nexen CP661
76
Why this score
SourceEfficientGrip Performance 2CP661
Professional tests (TWG score) 81 –
Tyre Reviews owners 85 76

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
70
B — Nexen CP661
–
Why this score
SourceEfficientGrip Performance 2CP661
Professional tests (TWG score) 70 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) EfficientGrip Performance 2 leads by 11
A — Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
91
B — Nexen CP661
80
Why this score
SourceEfficientGrip Performance 2CP661
Tyre Reviews owners 91 80

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) EfficientGrip Performance 2 leads by 12
A — Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
84
B — Nexen CP661
72
Why this score
SourceEfficientGrip Performance 2CP661
Tyre Reviews owners 84 72
DriverReviews owners 84 –

Scores at a glance

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 vs Nexen CP661: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryGoodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2Nexen CP661
Relative Score 86 75
Dry 87 77
Wet 82 71
Comfort 83 76
Noise 70 –
Treadwear 91 80
Handling 84 72

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Headline score

Tire A

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.

Tire A Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2

The Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is widely regarded as a premier touring tire, consistently praised for its exceptional longevity, comfort, and low noise levels. While most users report a transformative improvement in ride quality and fuel efficiency compared to OEM tires, a minority of drivers note a 'vague' steering feel due to soft sidewalls and occasional reports of increased noise as the tire ages.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread life and durability
  • High levels of ride comfort and noise suppression
  • Excellent fuel efficiency and low rolling resistance
  • Strong, predictable grip in both dry and wet conditions
  • Significant improvement over factory-fitted eco-tires

Cons

  • Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feedback and body roll
  • Reported increase in road noise as the tire wears
  • Not suitable for aggressive or sporty driving styles
  • Occasional reports of structural issues or vibration at higher mileages

Observations

  • Users with heavy EVs and diesel estates report impressive mileage, often exceeding 40,000 miles.
  • Drivers of vehicles with stiff 'sports' suspension noted that the tire's soft sidewall helps significantly with comfort, though it reduces steering precision.
  • Some users on 16-inch and 17-inch wheels noted that the tire's comfort-oriented design makes the vehicle feel less 'sharp' compared to UHP alternatives.
Tire B Nexen CP661

The Nexen CP661 is widely regarded as a high-value budget tire that consistently exceeds expectations for daily driving and family-oriented vehicles. Users report reliable grip in both wet and dry conditions, alongside commendable tread longevity and low noise levels, making it a strong competitor against more expensive premium brands.

Pros

  • Exceptional value for money compared to premium alternatives.
  • Reliable and consistent grip in both wet and dry weather conditions.
  • Impressive tread life, with some users reporting significantly higher mileage than premium tires.
  • Low road noise levels contributing to a comfortable ride quality.

Cons

  • Inconsistent tread wear reports, with some users experiencing premature replacement intervals.
  • Performance is optimized for standard commuting rather than high-performance driving.
  • Limited availability of specific speed ratings or sizes for specialized vehicles.

Observations

  • Users driving front-wheel-drive hatchbacks noted excellent straight-line tracking and stability on motorway surfaces.
  • Owners of family-oriented vehicles ('mum buses') frequently praised the tire for providing a safe and confident driving experience in varied road conditions.
Community buzz

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2

Positive

Community feedback for the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is largely positive, highlighting exceptional durability, great wet performance, and high comfort levels. Some users note drawbacks such as softer sidewalls affecting sharp handling during spirited driving, while others debate comparisons with rival brands like Michelin and Continental.

r/TyreReviews ·5 upvotes ·2026-08-23

“Advice on new tyres So my car got stolen (RIP) and I bought a 16' MB c200d with rears 245/40r18 Its time to change them and I don't know what to do. A/S are not needed because snow is very rare in central Spain. Winter temperatures range between 0-10°C and summer range from 30 to 40. As I drive 25-30000 km per year I especially value wet performance and durability (Minimum 35-40000 km). The problem is, the tyres that would fit perfectlly to me are not available in this size (GY efficient grip performance 2 -best tyres i've ever had- and Michelin Primacy 5). What i've seen is Firestone (both roadhawk 2 and roadhawk sport), continental PC7, GY assy 6, Michelin PS5, bridgestone T6, Dunlop sport TG, kormoran/tigar/Taurus summer 2, nexen sport, hancook (Ventus evo 137 and Ventus prime 4) and kumho ps72. Even though It would be nice to save some money, i'm worried about losing rear grip when wet (its my first rwd) so its not important. What would you pick? Read more”

r/TyreReviews ·3 upvotes ·2026-06-16

“Hankook ventus prime 4 VS Goodyear efficientgrip performance 2 I cannot decide between these two tires for ages now. Customer reviews seem all over the place. I drive a tuned volkswagen polo mk6 2020. I need something that inspires confidence for spirited driving in corners with good stability, mainly dry handling and braking but also relatively comfortable. So far I've learned that the goodyear is more comfortable, better in the wet, better at braking but extremely lousy in handling because of the soft sidewalls. Can someone that has used the EGP2 confirm those claims or are they exaggerating. Base spec polos are known for a harsh ride and I live in the balkans. The roads are full of potholes and sometimes you can't even drive around them. specs: 195/55R16 87V”

r/tires ·1 upvote ·2024-02-26

“close call, if you looking for rolling resistance Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is the right one but otherwise is PC6. You can see how the newer PC7 fair against the Goodyear below”

r/tires ·1 upvote ·2024-11-10

“17" Goodyear efficient grip performance 2 small leak Hi, On my VW Touran 2019, 1.5 TSI, 17" alu oem wheels I have set Goodyear efficient grip performance 2 . There is a small leak lets say the pressure goes fro m 2.5psi to 2 psi in approx 7-10 days. The VW tpms warns me usually every 2-3 weeks. Those are summer tires, I just removed them for swapping with winter ones and I haven't cleaned them yet. They are quite dirty at the moment. The leaking one, pictured, was in the front this year, I switch them front/back every year. In my opinion it can do one last year (next summer) in the back. How would you fix the leak? I read those slime sprays damages the tire internally over time, but them its really approaching end of life fast in my opinion... I did visual inspection, I really dont see anything except maybe 1or two very tiny mark that could have been a nail puncture or something but its nothing sure... Maybe soap+ water? Thanks for hints. Ps: I have the tool somewhere for the indicator measurement, I cant find it right now.”

Top themes
#High treadwear and longevity#Wet weather performance#Ride comfort and low noise#Soft sidewalls and cornering#Fuel efficiency and rolling resistance#Comparison with Michelin Primacy

Based on 9 community posts

Tire B

Nexen CP661

We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.

Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 B · Nexen CP661
CategorySummer Premium Touring tiresSummer Touring tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Tread depth8/32″—
UTQG300 A - AA A—
SidewallBlack Side Wall - Raised Black Lettering—
Max pressure50 psi—
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Goodyear

Nexen

Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 — better handling, wet and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scores 84 vs 72 on handling.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scores 82 vs 71 on wet.

Pick tire A You want the longest tread life

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scores 91 vs 80 on treadwear.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scores 87 vs 77 on dry.

Tire A · Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
Tire B · Nexen CP661

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.