Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 review
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is a high-performance summer tire designed for sports cars and high-end vehicles. It features a asymmetric tread pattern which provides improved handling in both wet and dry conditions. The tire also boasts of some advanced technologies such as Dry contact plus technology and Wet braking pro technology. Dry contact plus technology allows the tire's contact patch to adapt to the driving style and road surface for improved dry performance. Wet braking pro technology uses a new resin that allows the tire to have more micro-contact with the road which results in improved wet braking. Additionally, the tire is Electric Vehicle ready, which means it has lower noise emissions and reduced rolling resistance, making it a perfect fit for electric vehicles. Overall, this is a high-performing, sporty tire that is well-suited for sports cars and high-end vehicles, especially electric vehicles with its low noise and rolling resistance feature.
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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
86%By road tests
88.2%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 193 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
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.
Worth knowing
- 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.
32 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2026 Summer SUV tire Test · 255/45 R 19
4th of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 9 | |
| Wet Circle | 4th of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 9th of 9 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 7th of 9 | |
| Noise | 1st of 9 | |
| Gravel Handling | 2nd of 9 | |
| Gravel Traction | 4th of 9 | |
| Sand Traction | 2nd of 9 | |
| Grass Traction | 3rd of 9 |
2026 Sport Auto Summer tire Test · 205/45 R 17
2nd of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 7 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 7 | |
| Wet Circle | 2nd of 7 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 7 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 5th of 7 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 3rd of 7 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 1st of 7 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 2nd of 7 | |
| Noise | 1st of 7 |
2026 Autobild Summer tire Test · 245/45 R19
2nd of 20
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 12th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 12th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 7th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 13th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 20 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 11th of 20 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 3rd of 20 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 9th of 20 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 20 | |
| Value | 6th of 20 | |
| Wear | 1st of 20 | |
| Abrasion | 7th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 8th of 20 |
2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer tire Test · 235/45 R18
2nd of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 2nd of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 10 | |
| Wet Circle | 3rd of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 9th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 10 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 5th of 10 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 10 | |
| Value | 4th of 10 | |
| Wear | 2nd of 10 | |
| Abrasion | 2nd of 10 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 6th of 10 |
2026 Summer Braking Super tire Test - How do 52 tires Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? · 245/45 R19
8th of 50
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 50 | |
| Dry Braking | 13th of 50 |
Best Performance tires For 2025 · 225/40 R18
4th of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 5th of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 7 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 1st of 7 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 5th of 7 | |
| Noise | 1st of 7 |
2025 Auto Express Summer tire Test · 225/40 R18
6th of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 5th of 9 | |
| Wet Circle | 5th of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 9 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 4th of 9 | |
| Subj. Noise | 9th of 9 |
2025 Tire Rack UUHP Summer tire Test · 275/35 R19
2nd of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2025 Teknikens Varld Summer tire Test · 235/55 R19
3rd of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 5th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 1st of 8 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 6th of 8 |
2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer tire Test · 255/55 R18
1st of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 2nd of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 6th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 10 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 2nd of 10 | |
| Noise | 7th of 10 | |
| Gravel Handling | 6th of 10 | |
| Gravel Traction | 9th of 10 | |
| Sand Traction | 9th of 10 | |
| Grass Traction | 3rd of 10 |
2025 Al Volante Summer tire Test · 225/55 R18
2nd of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 7th of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 1st of 7 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 1st of 7 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 7 |
2025 Sports Cars tire Test · 245/35 R19
2nd of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 8 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 4th of 8 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 6th of 8 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 8 |
2025 Summer and All Season Combined tire Test · 225/45 R17
11th of 14
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 11th of 14 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 13th of 14 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 14 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 3rd of 14 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 13th of 14 | |
| Subj. Noise | 10th of 14 |
2025 Vi Bilagare Summer EV tire Test · 235/55 R19
4th of 6
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 6 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 6 | |
| Wet Circle | 1st of 6 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 6 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 6 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 3rd of 6 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 5th of 6 | |
| Subj. Noise | 5th of 6 | |
| Range | 2nd of 6 |
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance tire Test · 225/40 R18
2nd of 20
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 8th of 20 | |
| Wet Circle | 4th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 7th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 11th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 11th of 20 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 7th of 20 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 11th of 20 | |
| Noise | 1st of 20 | |
| Value | 1st of 20 | |
| Wear | 1st of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 2nd of 20 |
2025 AZ Summer tire Test · 225/45 R18
1st of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 10 | |
| Wet Circle | 2nd of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 10 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 4th of 10 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 10 | |
| Value | 1st of 10 | |
| Wear | 1st of 10 | |
| Abrasion | 2nd of 10 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 1st of 10 |
2025 ADAC Summer tire Test · 225/40 R18
4th of 18
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 18 | |
| Dry Braking | 7th of 18 | |
| Straight Aqua | 6th of 18 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 5th of 18 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 18 | |
| Value | 9th of 18 | |
| Wear | 3rd of 18 | |
| Fuel Consumption | 13th of 18 | |
| Abrasion | 7th of 18 | |
| Wet Braking - Concrete | 4th of 18 |
2025 Summer tire Test Shootout · 225/40 R18
6th of 52
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 52 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 52 |
2024 TopTireReview Best UHP tires for Asia Test · 235/45 R18
4th of 6
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 6 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 6 | |
| Wet Circle | 2nd of 6 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 6 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 6 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 6 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 6 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 5th of 6 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 6 |
2024 Auto Express Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
2nd of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2024 EV tire Test · 235/55 R19
4th of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 2nd of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 9 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 2nd of 9 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 9 | |
| Value | 5th of 9 | |
| Wear | 5th of 9 | |
| Energy Consumption | 6th of 9 | |
| Abrasion | 6th of 9 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 6th of 9 |
2024 Summer SUV tire Test · 235/55 R19
1st of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 11 | |
| Wet Circle | 2nd of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 11 | |
| Straight Aqua | 10th of 11 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 8th of 11 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 11 | |
| Gravel Handling | 2nd of 11 | |
| Gravel Traction | 6th of 11 | |
| Sand Traction | 8th of 11 | |
| Grass Traction | 4th of 11 | |
| Mud Traction | 6th of 11 |
The BEST Performance tires Tested · 225/40 R18
3rd of 6
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 6 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 6 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 6 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 6 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 6 | |
| Noise | 4th of 6 | |
| Value | 4th of 6 | |
| Price | 4th of 6 | |
| Wear | 2nd of 6 | |
| Abrasion | 3rd of 6 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 4th of 6 | |
| Wet Braking - Worn | 2nd of 6 | |
| Wet Braking - Cool | 4th of 6 |
2023 Sport Auto UHP tire Test · 225/40 R18
2nd of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 5th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 11 | |
| Straight Aqua | 11th of 11 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 11 | |
| Price | 5th of 11 |
2023 AutoBild UHP Summer tire Test · 225/45 R18
1st of 20
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 1st of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 20 | |
| Noise | 13th of 20 | |
| Value | 1st of 20 | |
| Price | 15th of 20 | |
| Wear | 1st of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 1st of 20 |
2023 AZ UHP Summer tire Test · 235/35 R19
3rd of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 7th of 10 | |
| Noise | 1st of 10 | |
| Price | 5th of 10 |
2023 AutoBild Sports Car Summer tire Test · 225/40 R18
3rd of 13
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 13 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 13 | |
| Wet Circle | 4th of 13 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 13 | |
| Dry Handling | 9th of 13 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 13 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 13 | |
| Noise | 1st of 13 | |
| Price | 9th of 13 |
2023 Summer tire Market Overview · 225/45 R18
2nd of 48
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 48 | |
| Dry Braking | 1st of 48 |
2022 Auto Express Summer tire Test · 225/40 R18
2nd of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP tire Test · 245/40 R19
1st of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 2nd of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 1st of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 10th of 10 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 9th of 10 | |
| Noise | 1st of 10 | |
| Price | 9th of 10 |
2022/23 Tyre Reviews 17 Inch Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
1st of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 1st of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 8th of 9 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 6th of 9 | |
| Noise | 1st of 9 |
2022 AMS Performance Summer tire Test · 245/45 R19
1st of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 10 | |
| Wet Circle | 1st of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 1st of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 6th of 10 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 7th of 10 | |
| Noise | 7th of 10 | |
| Price | 8th of 10 |
About the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Test results
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 has recently been put to the test in the 2022 Tyre Reviews 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test and it placed first out of 9 Tires. The tire received positive feedback for its sporty dynamic handling and excellent grip in the dry with the shortest dry braking, short wet braking with a very fast wet handling lap, lowest noise on test, lowest rolling resistance on test (of the UHP tires). However, the tire also received some negative feedback for its low aquaplaning resistance and average comfort.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 has recently been put to the test in the 2022 AMS Performance Summer Tyre Test and it placed first out of 10 Tires. The tire received positive feedback for its very short braking distances, outstanding grip, high cornering stability, and sporty but easy to control handling. However, the tire also received some negative feedback for its average aquaplaning resistance.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 has recently been put to the test in the 2022 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test and it placed 2nd out of 7 Tires. The testers found that the Asymmetric 6 was only slightly behind the Potenza Sport in the dry and wet, but had a better rolling resistance and the best aquaplaning resistance on test.
Real drivers reviews
According to the drivers reviews, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is a highly rated tire. Many of the drivers had previously used high-performance tires such as Continental SportContact 5 and Michelin PS4 and found the Goodyear F1 Asym 6 to be the best in terms of dry, braking, and wet performance. They also noted that the Asym 6 was more agile and sporty than the previous tires they had used and the best part is the price is cheaper than others. However, one of the common negative feedback was on the quick wear of the tire, which was mostly from the driver who had around 2.5k miles and are at 2mm. They also found the price for the wear disgusting. Despite this, most of the drivers were happy with the purchase and felt that the Goodyear F1 Asym 6 was a great improvement over their previous tires, with better handling, lower noise, and improved grip in both dry and wet conditions. Some of them also note that the difference was night and day when they replaced their old tires with Goodyear F1 Asym 6. They also mentioned they had considered other options but they had a positive experience with Goodyear's previous model and price difference made a difference.
Conclusion
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is a high-performance summer tire that boasts a number of advanced technologies that provide improved handling in both wet and dry conditions. Here are some of the key pros and cons of this tire:
Pros:
- Good dry performance
- Short braking distances
- Outstanding grip
- High cornering stability
- Sporty but easy to control handling
- Lower noise emissions and reduced rolling resistance, making it a perfect fit for electric vehicles
- Cheaper than other high-performance tires
Cons:
- Average aquaplaning resistance
- Quick wear according to some drivers
- Average comfort
Overall, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is a high-performing tire that is well-suited for sports cars and high-end vehicles. It offers a number of advanced technologies and features that provide improved handling in both wet and dry conditions. It is also electric vehicle ready with lower noise emissions and reduced rolling resistance. While it may have some drawbacks, such as average aquaplaning resistance and quick wear according to some drivers, its many benefits and positive test results make it a solid choice for high-performance driving.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 7 - 9/32″ |
| UTQG | 260 - 300 AA A |
| Treadwear warranty | 30,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band |
| Max pressure | 50 - 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 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.
From 21 threads and comments.