89
/ 100
Objective (60%)
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User signal (40%)
90/100
2,402 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season 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.
VS
77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
84/100
46 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season — better noise, handling and wet. Pick the Nexen Winguard Sport if snow matters most to you.
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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)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Sport All-Season | Winguard Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 86 |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Sport All-Season | Winguard Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 68 |
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 79 |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Winguard Sport leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Sport All-Season | Winguard Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 80 |
| Tire Rack owners | 68 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 59 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | 76 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Sport All-Season | Winguard Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 41
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Sport All-Season | Winguard Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 29 |
| SimpleTire owners | 89 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Sport All-Season | Winguard Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 31
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Sport All-Season | Winguard Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 65 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season | Nexen Winguard Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 89 | 77 |
| Dry | 95 | 87 |
| Wet | 92 | 75 |
| Snow | 68 | 84 |
| Comfort | 92 | 87 |
| Noise | 92 | 51 |
| Treadwear | 89 | 86 |
| Handling | 96 | 65 |
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Tire A
77
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
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.
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.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season | B · Nexen Winguard Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Ultra High Performance All Season tire | Winter Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 57 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 560 A A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
89
/ 100
Goodyear
77
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season — better noise, handling and wet. Pick the Nexen Winguard Sport if snow matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season scores 92 vs 51 on noise.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season scores 96 vs 65 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season scores 92 vs 75 on wet.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Nexen Winguard Sport scores 84 vs 68 on snow.
Tire A · Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season
Tire B · Nexen Winguard Sport
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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.