Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 review
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 is widely regarded as a premium, comfort-oriented performance tire that excels in daily driving scenarios. While it receives high praise for its quiet ride, wet-weather traction, and overall refinement, it is frequently criticized by enthusiasts for having soft sidewalls that can compromise steering precision and feedback during spirited driving.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
By owner reviews
82.5%By road tests
75.6%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 198 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 is widely regarded as a premium, comfort-oriented performance tire that excels in daily driving scenarios. While it receives high praise for its quiet ride, wet-weather traction, and overall refinement, it is frequently criticized by enthusiasts for having soft sidewalls that can compromise steering precision and feedback during spirited driving.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and low road noise levels
- Strong wet and dry grip performance for daily commuting
- High value-for-money compared to direct competitors like Michelin
- Excellent longevity for many users, particularly in non-aggressive driving
Cons
- Soft sidewalls leading to vague steering feedback and 'mushy' handling
- Inconsistent tread life, with some users reporting rapid wear on high-torque vehicles
- Reduced rim protection compared to previous generations
- Susceptibility to sidewall damage from potholes
Worth knowing
- Users with high-torque, rear-wheel-drive sedans (e.g., BMW 5/6 series) frequently report excellent mileage and comfort, especially with Run-Flat (ROF) variants.
- Drivers of performance-oriented hatchbacks and sports cars often find the sidewalls too soft for track use or aggressive cornering, preferring stiffer alternatives.
- The tire is noted to have a significant 'bed-in' period, with performance and handling characteristics improving noticeably after 1,000–2,500 km.
6 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2018 EVO UUHP tire Test · 235/35 R19
2nd of 6
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 6 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 6 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 6 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 6 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 6 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 6 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 3rd of 6 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 1st of 6 | |
| Price | 3rd of 6 |
2018 Auto Express Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
4th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2018 AMS Summer UHP tire Test · 225/45 R17
5th of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 8th of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 7th of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 1st of 11 | |
| Straight Aqua | 7th of 11 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 3rd of 11 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 5th of 11 | |
| Noise | 9th of 11 |
2018 Ace 235/45 R18 Summer tire Test · 235/45 R18
8th of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2018 Test World Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
9th of 16
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 10th of 16 | |
| Wet Handling | 12th of 16 | |
| Dry Braking | 10th of 16 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 16 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 6th of 16 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 5th of 16 | |
| Noise | 6th of 16 |
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 VS Asymmetric 3 VS Continental PremiumContact 6 - In depth test · 225/40 R18
3rd of 3
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 3 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 3 | |
| Dry Braking | 1st of 3 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 3 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 3 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 3rd of 3 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 3rd of 3 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 2nd of 3 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 3 |
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 7 - 11/32″ |
| UTQG | 240 - 300 AA A |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised Black Lettering |
| Max pressure | 42 - 51 psi |
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What owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of the scores above.
Community opinion on the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 is generally mixed, with users comparing it to competitors like Michelin and Bridgestone regarding handling, noise, and wear. While some drivers appreciate their performance and find good deals or rebates on them, others note that competitors like the Michelin Pilot Sport offer better wet grip and lower noise, or that snow performance is lacking as expected from a summer tire.
From 11 threads and comments.