Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 SUV review
The Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 SUV receives a highly critical assessment from this user, who reports significant dissatisfaction with wet-weather performance and cabin noise. While the tire is noted for its exceptional tread longevity, these benefits are overshadowed by concerns regarding grip and ride comfort.
Owners rate it 43 points lower than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
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
33%By road tests
76%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 1 owner review across retailers and review sites.
The Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 SUV receives a highly critical assessment from this user, who reports significant dissatisfaction with wet-weather performance and cabin noise. While the tire is noted for its exceptional tread longevity, these benefits are overshadowed by concerns regarding grip and ride comfort.
Pros
- Exceptional tread longevity and durability
Cons
- Poor traction and confidence on wet road surfaces
- High levels of road noise
- Excessively stiff tire compound
Worth knowing
- User reported poor compatibility and handling characteristics when fitted to an Alfa Romeo Junior.
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2024 AMS Summer SUV tire Test · 235/55 R18
5th of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 8 | |
| Wet Circle | 6th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 8 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 1st of 8 | |
| Noise | 1st of 8 |