Goodyear

Goodyear's summer tyre lineup covers a wide spectrum of driving needs, from ultra-high-performance sports cars to fuel-conscious family SUVs. With many models in their range, we have selected a few of the most relevant options based on the latest available test results — focusing on tyres that have been independently evaluated in multiple recent programmes and therefore offer the most reliable picture of real-world performance.

The **Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6** sits at the top of the Goodyear summer range and replaces two previous generations — the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3. In 2026 testing it has built a strong reputation as one of the most well-rounded ultra-high-performance options available. Sportauto placed it second in their 2026 group test, describing it as the sportiest tyre in the test with the highest cornering grip level and a notably neutral vehicle balance. It also claimed best rolling comfort and the lowest rolling noise among the premium entrants at 68.1 dB(A), and the best rolling resistance of the premium group at 8.4 kg/t. Auto Bild and Autobild both rated it "exemplary" across 255/45 R19 and 245/45 R19 sizes respectively, highlighting its short dry braking distances and high safety reserves across all test surfaces. Autobild's 2026 245/45 R19 test notably called it an eco champion with the highest projected mileage while still excelling across all driving disciplines — a combination that is rarely achieved at this performance level. The one consistent note of caution across tests is a slight weakness in crosswind aquaplaning, and some testers flagged a narrow limit range and sensitivity to throttle changes at the edge of grip.

The **Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2**, which replaces the original Efficient Grip Performance, is positioned in the eco-conscious performance segment and is approved as original equipment on the Renault Mégane E-TECH. Recent test results paint a tyre with particularly strong credentials around economy and sustainability. In the 2026 ADAC test it achieved an outstanding projected mileage of approximately 57,800 km and the best environmental score among the top finishers. AvD's 2026 evaluation named it the winner in the economy category with a perfect five-star mileage rating and strong measured wet handling. Where it falls slightly short is in subjective dry handling feel and dry braking response, which land a step behind the class leaders from Pirelli and Continental — a trade-off that reflects its eco-oriented design priorities. For drivers who cover high annual mileage and value running costs alongside safety, it represents a compelling case.

The **Goodyear EfficientGrip 2 SUV**, the successor to the original EfficientGrip SUV, has accumulated an impressive track record across multiple years of testing in the competitive SUV summer segment. Autobild rated it first overall in both 2021 and 2022, praising its harmonious wet and dry handling, short braking distances across both surfaces, high rolling comfort, and low rolling resistance. The 2025 Autobild test again placed it third with specific recognition for its outstanding mileage — the best in the cost category of that test. Tyre Reviews also recommended it independently. The tyre is manufactured in Slovenia and has consistently demonstrated that SUV-focused engineering does not have to mean compromise: it combines genuine safety performance with the kind of efficiency and durability that makes ownership sense over several seasons.

Taken together, these three tyres illustrate the different directions Goodyear has taken with its summer portfolio: the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 for drivers who want the sharpest performance package, the EfficientGrip Performance 2 for those who prioritise economy without sacrificing safety, and the EfficientGrip 2 SUV for SUV owners who want a tyre that performs consistently across all conditions and lasts.