81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
85/100
17 professional tests
User signal (40%)
88/100
29 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 vs Kumho WinterCraft WP71 — 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
63
/ 100
Objective (60%)
76/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
61/100
17 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 — better noise, comfort and handling. 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
Score (0–100)
g-Force Winter 2 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | g-Force Winter 2 | WinterCraft WP71 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 84 | 89 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 67 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 93% | 97% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 99% | 97% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
g-Force Winter 2 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | g-Force Winter 2 | WinterCraft WP71 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 61 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 93% | 93% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 95% | 97% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
g-Force Winter 2 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | g-Force Winter 2 | WinterCraft WP71 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 85 | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 94 | 78 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 99% | 99% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 100% | 97% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
g-Force Winter 2 leads by 34
Why this score
| Source | g-Force Winter 2 | WinterCraft WP71 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 92 | 51 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
g-Force Winter 2 leads by 40
Why this score
| Source | g-Force Winter 2 | WinterCraft WP71 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 50 | 10 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
g-Force Winter 2 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | g-Force Winter 2 | WinterCraft WP71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 73 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
g-Force Winter 2 leads by 32
Why this score
| Source | g-Force Winter 2 | WinterCraft WP71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 53 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 | Kumho WinterCraft WP71 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 63 |
| Dry | 84 | 80 |
| Wet | 84 | 73 |
| Snow | 89 | 85 |
| Comfort | 85 | 51 |
| Noise | 50 | 10 |
| Treadwear | 87 | 73 |
| Handling | 85 | 53 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
63
/ 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 93% #12/20 · 2025 Autobild Winter Tyre Test | 97% #11/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | -3.9 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 99% #5/10 · 2021 AMS Winter Tyre Test | 97% #11/11 · 2019 19 Inch Performance Winter Tyre Test | +1.8 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 89% #11/20 · 2025 Autobild Winter Tyre Test | 74% #20/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | +14.7 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 96% #8/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 95% #3/11 · 2019 19 Inch Performance Winter Tyre Test | +1.1 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 77% #11/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | 70% #5/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | +6.7 | Same test |
| Value | Other | 74% #14/20 · 2025 Autobild Winter Tyre Test | 89% #13/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | -14.1 | Different tests |
| Wear | Other | 74% #9/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 69% #20/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | +5.3 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 14% #7/48 · 2020 Winter Tyre Market Overview - 52 Tyre Braking Test | 14% #7/11 · 2019 19 Inch Performance Winter Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 99% #6/16 · 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | 99% #3/11 · 2019 19 Inch Performance Winter Tyre Test | +0.4 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 100% #1/20 · 2025 Autobild Winter Tyre Test | 97% #17/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | +2.7 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 97% #7/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter Tyre Test | 93% #8/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | +4.4 | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Total | 0% #14/20 · 2025 Autobild Winter Tyre Test | 0% #20/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 93% #7/10 · 2021 AMS Winter Tyre Test | 93% #7/44 · 2019 Winter Tyre Test Market Overview | +0.6 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 95% #17/20 · 2025 Autobild Winter Tyre Test | 97% #8/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | -1.9 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 is widely regarded as a high-value winter tire that excels in severe snow and ice conditions. While users consistently praise its traction in challenging weather and its competitive pricing, some note a lack of steering feedback and reduced performance during spirited dry-road driving.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and grip in deep snow and on ice
- Strong performance in wet conditions with effective water evacuation
- High value-for-money ratio compared to premium competitors
- Generally low tread wear and good longevity for most drivers
Cons
- Lack of on-center steering feel and responsiveness
- Mediocre handling and grip during dry-road driving
- Increased noise levels on certain road surfaces
- Potential for premature tread degradation under aggressive or sporty driving styles
Observations
- Drivers of heavy vehicles and those towing trailers reported high stability and confidence in deep snow and arctic conditions.
- Users with electric power steering systems noted a lack of road feel, which can lead to understeer in front-wheel-drive vehicles with heavy front ends.
The Kumho WinterCraft WP71 receives a polarized reception, with users frequently praising its competent snow and slush performance while expressing significant dissatisfaction regarding road noise and wet-weather handling. While some drivers find it a capable budget-friendly winter option, others report vague steering feedback and a lack of confidence in cornering, particularly on wet surfaces.
Pros
- Strong traction and braking performance in deep snow and slush
- Competitive price point compared to premium winter tire alternatives
- Predictable handling in dry winter conditions
- Generally satisfactory tread wear longevity
Cons
- Excessive road noise, particularly at low to moderate speeds
- Vague or 'spongy' steering feedback and handling characteristics
- Inconsistent lateral grip and understeer issues on wet roads
- Poor performance on ice compared to premium competitors
Observations
- Drivers of performance-oriented vehicles, such as the Mazda 3 MPS, reported significant handling instability and a lack of precision.
- AWD vehicle owners, such as those with a Kia Sportage, reported higher satisfaction with snow and ice traction than those with FWD setups.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 | B · Kumho WinterCraft WP71 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Winter tire | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
BFGoodrich
63
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 — better noise, comfort and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 scores 50 vs 10 on noise.
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You want the most comfortable ride
BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 scores 85 vs 51 on comfort.
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You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 scores 85 vs 53 on handling.
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You want the longest tread life
BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 scores 87 vs 73 on treadwear.
Tire A · BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2
Tire B · Kumho WinterCraft WP71
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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.