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Comparison: Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Vredestein ULTRAC vs. Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs. GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2

Today, we are comparing two tyres, Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 and Vredestein ULTRAC, both designed for summer usage. In terms of past iterations, the Goodyear model follows the previous model, Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance. At the same time, there is no recorded information about any previous models of Vredestein ULTRAC.


The Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 gets a 87% rating from us, which speaks volumes about its performance. On the other hand, the Vredestein ULTRAC lags behind with a rating of 42%.


Mutual test results give the Goodyear tyre a mixed bag of positions. The tyre placed 5th in the ACE test, 18th in Autobild, and secured the first position in the ADAC test. The Goodyear tyre was also praised for its mileage and price/value performance.


Whereas, the Vredestein ULTRAC model climbed to the 2nd position in both ACE and Autozeitung tests. It was also placed 4th in the Autobild test but fell behind, coming at 13th in ADAC. Impressively, this tyre stood out for its dry braking and interior noise features.


When summarizing the data, for Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2, the plus side includes excellent wet handling, great dry handling, low noise, good levels of comfort, low rolling resistance, solid mileage, and performance, with a downside of slightly average aquaplaning resistance and extended dry braking. For Vredestein ULTRAC, the tyre excels in wet handling, has an impressive aquaplaning resistance, and good dry braking. However, it has high rolling resistance and external noise.


Test summaries also outline a high mileage and low rolling resistance for Goodyear and a lower anticipated mileage for Vredestein. The Goodyear tyre seems to perform better overall, while the Vredestein model shows excellent performance on both dry and wet roads but scores lower in terms of fuel consumption and wear.


So, if you're looking for a tyre with well-rounded performance, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 is definitely worth your consideration. On the other hand, if your priority lies in excellent handling on wet and dry roads, the Vredestein ULTRAC would be a good choice. Both have their own strengths and weaknesses, and the final decision should come down to your individual needs and preferences.

Test Profile

Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Vredestein
ULTRAC
Bridgestone
Turanza T005
GoodYear
Efficientgrip Performance 2
Number of tests
18
33
3
Best position
#1
#1
#2
Average position
6.1
4.1
3.3
Latest test
2024
2025
2026
Available sizes
47
658
40

Wet

Wet
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Vredestein ULTRAC
84%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
82%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Wet braking
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Vredestein ULTRAC
80%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
78%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
78%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Vredestein ULTRAC
88%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
78%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
66%
Wet handling
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Vredestein ULTRAC
85%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
87%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
74%
Aquaplaning - cross
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Vredestein ULTRAC
93%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
73%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
69%
Wet circle cornering
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Vredestein ULTRAC
84%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
85%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
61%
Wet side guide
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
67%
Vredestein ULTRAC
80%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
84%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
100%

Dry

Dry
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Vredestein ULTRAC
82%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
83%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
75%
Dry braking
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Vredestein ULTRAC
86%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
87%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Dry handling
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Vredestein ULTRAC
83%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
87%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Dry lane changing
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
87%
Vredestein ULTRAC
84%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
84%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
75%
Dry steering response
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
92%
Vredestein ULTRAC
80%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
82%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
88%

Comfort

Comfort
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Vredestein ULTRAC
84%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
76%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
70%
Exterior noise
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Vredestein ULTRAC
72%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
62%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
67%
Comfort
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
60%
Vredestein ULTRAC
81%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
81%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
59%
Interior noise
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
Vredestein ULTRAC
86%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
83%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
73%

Costs

Costs
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Vredestein ULTRAC
56%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
81%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
83%
Rolling resistance
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Vredestein ULTRAC
67%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
93%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
72%
Mileage
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Vredestein ULTRAC
29%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
69%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
99%
Price/value
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
97%
Vredestein ULTRAC
71%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
53%
Fuel efficiency
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
86%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
94%

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