Comparison: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 5

Head-to-head: the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 ( tyre page) and the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 (tyre page) are two leading summer performance tyres evaluated across multiple independent tests. Manufacturer pages: Goodyear and Michelin. Neither model has been replaced by a newer tyre at the time of these tests.

Overall scores: our aggregated ratings give the Pilot Sport 5 a 95% score and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 a 91% — a narrow but meaningful margin favoring Michelin for overall performance and longevity.

Summary of independent test results

• Autobild: Goodyear placed #2 while Michelin was #6 — advantage Goodyear (noted for dry handling, comfort, noise and mileage).


• Autozeitung: Goodyear #3, Michelin #5 — again Goodyear ahead.


• ADAC: Michelin #3 vs Goodyear #4 — Michelin slightly ahead in a big consumer test.


• ACE: Goodyear topped the test #1; Michelin was #3 (Goodyear strong on wet braking and objective wet handling).


• Independent reviews (TyreReviews, TyreReviews.com) highlight Michelin for the best tread life and low eco impact, while Goodyear is praised for predictable, sporty handling, low wear and comfort.

Key strengths — Michelin Pilot Sport 5

• Tread life and durability: consistently the longest-lasting tyre in comparative wear tests.


• Balanced performance: excellent dry handling, progressive understeer balance and consistent behavior across conditions.


• Wet stability and aquaplaning: strong aquaplaning resistance noted in several tests; good wet braking in some suites.


• Weakness: premium price — the most expensive in several comparisons — and a few tests noted it could use marginally more wet grip compared with the absolute best in that discipline.

Key strengths — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

• Excellent wet braking and wet handling: scored top marks in ACE and very high in Autobild for wet behavior.


• Value and comfort: repeatedly highlighted for ride comfort, low exterior noise and an attractive price/value ratio.


• Mileage and economy: very good wear figures — one of the best cost-per-kilometre profiles among premium UHP tyres.


• Weakness: on-track heat resistance and absolute ultimate grip can be slightly behind the very top UUHP competitors (and Michelin’s marginally higher aggregated score).

Head-to-head verdict: across mutual tests the Asymmetric 6 often places higher in single test lineups (notably Autobild and ACE), showing exceptional wet braking, comfort and value. The Pilot Sport 5, however, wins on overall performance consistency and durability — its higher aggregated rating (95% vs 91%) reflects superior tread life and stable performance across a wider range of conditions. In short:

• If you prioritise longest tread life, consistent high-end performance and are willing to pay a premium, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is the better overall pick.


• If you want the best price/performance mix, top wet braking, comfort and lower noise, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is an outstanding choice.

Both tyres are excellent summer performance options; choice comes down to whether you value maximum longevity and all-round lab scores (Michelin) or slightly better wet-braking/value and comfort for less cost (Goodyear).