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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs Nexen Winguard Sport — 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.

Tire A Goodyear

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

Summer Max Performance tires

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
88/100
29 professional tests
User signal (40%)
86/100
193 owner reviews
Dry
90
Wet
88
Snow
–
Comfort
68
Noise
49
Treadwear
74
Handling
88

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Nexen

Nexen Winguard Sport

Winter Touring tires

Nexen Winguard Sport tread pattern
Objective (60%)
73/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
84/100
46 owner reviews
Dry
87
Wet
75
Snow
84
Comfort
87
Noise
51
Treadwear
86
Handling
65

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictToo close to call: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and Nexen Winguard Sport are within 2 points overall. Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is stronger on handling, wet and dry. Nexen Winguard Sport is stronger on comfort and treadwear.
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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 F1 Asymmetric 6 leads by 3
A — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
90
B — Nexen Winguard Sport
87
Why this score
SourceEagle F1 Asymmetric 6Winguard Sport
Professional tests (TWG score) 87 86
Tire Rack owners 93 –
Tyre Reviews owners 94 82
Dry Braking (% of best) 98% 95%
Dry Handling (% of best) 98% 99%

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 leads by 13
A — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
88
B — Nexen Winguard Sport
75
Why this score
SourceEagle F1 Asymmetric 6Winguard Sport
Professional tests (TWG score) 86 68
Tire Rack owners 91 –
Tyre Reviews owners 90 79
Wet Braking (% of best) 91% 90%
Wet Handling (% of best) 99% 98%

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
–
B — Nexen Winguard Sport
84
Why this score
SourceEagle F1 Asymmetric 6Winguard Sport
Professional tests (TWG score) – 80
Tyre Reviews owners – 90

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Winguard Sport leads by 19
A — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
68
B — Nexen Winguard Sport
87
Why this score
SourceEagle F1 Asymmetric 6Winguard Sport
Professional tests (TWG score) 59 –
Tire Rack owners 88 –
Tyre Reviews owners 82 81

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Winguard Sport leads by 2
A — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
49
B — Nexen Winguard Sport
51
Why this score
SourceEagle F1 Asymmetric 6Winguard Sport
Professional tests (TWG score) 49 29

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Winguard Sport leads by 12
A — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
74
B — Nexen Winguard Sport
86
Why this score
SourceEagle F1 Asymmetric 6Winguard Sport
Tire Rack owners 80 –
Tyre Reviews owners 74 85

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 leads by 23
A — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
88
B — Nexen Winguard Sport
65
Why this score
SourceEagle F1 Asymmetric 6Winguard Sport
Tyre Reviews owners 88 65
DriverReviews owners 86 –

Scores at a glance

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs Nexen Winguard Sport: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryGoodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6Nexen Winguard Sport
Relative Score 77 76
Dry 90 87
Wet 88 75
Snow – 84
Comfort 68 87
Noise 49 51
Treadwear 74 86
Handling 88 65

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Tire A

Tire B

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

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.

DisciplineCategoryTire ATire BΔBoth?
Dry Braking Dry 98% #3/6 · 2025 Vi Bilagare Summer EV Tyre Test 95% #15/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test +3.4 Different tests
Dry Handling Dry 98% #1/10 · 2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test 99% #7/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test -1 Different tests
Rolling Resistance Efficiency 83% #2/9 · 2022/23 Tyre Reviews 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test 71% #18/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test +11.7 Different tests
Noise Other 97% #1/7 · Best Performance Tyres For 2025 95% #1/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test +1.8 Different tests
Price Other 64% #8/10 · 2022 AMS Performance Summer Tyre Test 62% #2/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test +1.9 Different tests
Value Other 78% #4/6 · The BEST Performance Tyres Tested 63% #4/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test +15 Different tests
Wear Other 85% #2/6 · The BEST Performance Tyres Tested 73% #18/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test +12.5 Different tests
Overall Ranking Overall 100% #1/10 · 2025 AZ Summer Tyre Test 7% #14/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test +92.9 Different tests
Straight Aqua Straight 100% #2/7 · Best Performance Tyres For 2025 92% #16/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test +7.1 Different tests
Total Cost of Ownership Total 0% #8/20 · 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test 0% #13/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test 0 Different tests
Wet Braking Wet 91% #4/8 · 2025 Sports Cars Tyre Test 90% #17/56 · 2022 Winter Tyre Market Overview +0.4 Different tests
Wet Handling Wet 99% #3/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test 98% #10/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test +0.6 Different tests
From owners

Pros, cons & observations

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

Tire A Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is widely regarded as a top-tier ultra-high-performance tire that excels in balancing daily comfort with impressive wet and dry grip. Most users report a significant improvement in handling, noise levels, and ride quality compared to their previous tires, making it a highly competitive and often more affordable alternative to premium rivals like the Michelin Pilot Sport series.

Pros

  • Exceptional wet and dry grip with predictable handling at the limit.
  • High levels of ride comfort and low road noise for a performance-oriented tire.
  • Strong value proposition compared to other premium UHP brands.
  • Excellent steering responsiveness and feedback.
  • Effective rim protection design.

Cons

  • Rapid tread wear reported by many users, particularly under spirited driving.
  • Soft sidewalls can lead to a 'squishy' or floaty feeling during aggressive cornering.
  • Some reports of high road noise on rough or non-smooth asphalt surfaces.
  • Performance can be inconsistent until the tires reach optimal operating temperature.

Observations

  • Users transitioning from run-flat tires to the Asymmetric 6 consistently report a transformative improvement in ride comfort and a reduction in tramlining.
  • Owners of heavier vehicles or those with high-torque setups often report faster-than-expected tread wear on the rear axle.
  • Drivers of smaller, lighter vehicles (e.g., Mazda MX-5, Suzuki Swift) frequently praise the tire's agility and progressive behavior at the limit.
Tire B Nexen Winguard Sport

The Nexen Winguard Sport is widely regarded as a high-value winter tire that offers impressive traction in snow and slush for its price point. While most users praise its comfort, low noise levels, and reliable cold-weather performance, a minority of drivers report inconsistent grip in wet or icy conditions compared to premium alternatives.

Pros

  • Excellent value for money compared to premium winter tire brands
  • Strong traction and confidence in snow and slush
  • Low road noise and high ride comfort
  • Good durability and tread life for a mid-range tire

Cons

  • Inconsistent performance in wet or icy conditions for some users
  • Potential for uneven tread wear
  • Reported decrease in fuel economy for some vehicles
  • Not intended for high-performance dry-weather driving

Observations

  • BMW and Audi owners frequently report that the tires significantly improve winter capability on RWD and FWD platforms, often comparing them favorably to more expensive brands like Blizzaks.
  • Users with performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., VW GTI, Subaru WRX) note a marked improvement in winter safety over stock summer tires, though some report understeer during spirited dry-weather driving.
Community buzz

What real owners are saying

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

Tire A

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

Positive

Community opinion on the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is largely positive, with many drivers praising its balance of performance, wet/dry grip, and pricing compared to direct competitors like the Michelin Pilot Sport series. While a few users noted concerns regarding comfort, cold-weather performance in tests, or potential high-speed vibrations, the vast majority recommend them as top-tier daily driving and spirited performance tires.

r/TyreReviews ·4 upvotes ·2026-08-22

“215/45 R17 — Primacy 4+ or Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 for a daily driver My current tyres have developed deep cracks so they need replacing. The annoying part is that half the tyres people recommend simply don't exist in 215/45 R17, which cuts the list down fast. The two that keep coming up are the Michelin Primacy 4+ and the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, but they seem built for completely different drivers. Context: 2024 skoda Fabia 1.5 TSI. I'm not a sporty driver commuting and errands, occasionally push the pedal on an on-ramp, nothing crazy. Hot dry climate with heavy rain in winter and zero snow, so summer tyres only. What I actually want is longevity, comfort and solid wet grip. Quiet would be a bonus. Is the Asymmetric 6 just overkill for how I drive? And is there anything else in this size I should be looking at Read more”

r/TyreReviews ·3 upvotes ·2026-08-05

“Goodyear EfficentGrip Performance 2 vs. Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 I'm struggling to choose between the two as there is currently a deal on which means the difference in price is only £5 per tyre. I think that means the Asy6 is the no brainer, but my use case doesn't call for a UHP. I value comfort, road noise and resistance to dry cracking over anything else. I don't do many miles. I've already got the Asy6 on the rear axle (came with the wheels) and I'm looking to buy 2 new tyres for the front. I'll need rears at some point probably in the next year. I'd like my car to be more comfortable on broken roads, but I don't think the tyres are the main issue. The car is a Merc C180 estate family car. With 2 young kids, I don't exactly push the car hard. It mostly sits on the motorway or pootles around town. Am I overthinking it? Fronts: 225/45/17 Rears: 245/40/17”

r/TyreReviews ·1 upvote ·2026-08-22

“I've had the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 (235/45/18). They were really sturdy, comfort was super bad with them and I sold them for half the price. These are sport tyres, you do not need them.”

r/tires ·1 upvote ·2025-12-06

“No EV ready logo on Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 I recently bought Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 255/45R19 104Y XL SCT tyres. According to this article, this tyre should contain EV Ready logo but my tyres do not have it. I discussed with seller and they claimed that this tyres are ev ready even if it does not have the ev ready logo. Is that possible ? Can i trust that my tyres are EV Ready ?”

Top themes
#Wet and dry grip#Comparison with Michelin#Daily driving comfort#Wear and durability#Value and pricing#Track usage limitations

Based on 21 community posts

Tire B

Nexen Winguard Sport

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

Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 B · Nexen Winguard Sport
CategorySummer Max Performance tiresWinter Touring tires
Vehicle type—Passenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available98—
Rim diameters17″ – 23″—
Tread depth7 - 9/32″—
UTQG260 - 300 AA A—
Treadwear warranty30,000 mi—
SidewallBlack Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band—
Max pressure50 - 51 psi—
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Goodyear

Nexen

Too close to call: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and Nexen Winguard Sport are within 2 points overall. Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is stronger on handling, wet and dry. Nexen Winguard Sport is stronger on comfort and treadwear.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scores 88 vs 65 on handling.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Nexen Winguard Sport scores 87 vs 68 on comfort.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scores 88 vs 75 on wet.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Nexen Winguard Sport scores 86 vs 74 on treadwear.

Tire A · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Tire B · Nexen Winguard Sport

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.