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Comparison: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 vs. GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 vs. Continental PremiumContact 7

Gen-3 for all-round balance and winter grip; Gen-2 for wet braking and quiet comfort at a lower price.

Goodyear's Vector 4Seasons range has been a staple of the all-season tyre market for years, and the transition from Gen-2 to Gen-3 represents one of the brand's most ambitious generational leaps. Both tyres share the same core promise — a single set of tyres that handles year-round conditions without compromise — but they approach that goal differently. The Gen-2 earned a loyal following for its exceptional wet braking and hushed cabin, while the Gen-3 arrives as a broader, more balanced contender with a vastly expanded size range and stronger winter credentials. If you're choosing between these two Goodyear siblings, the right answer depends on your priorities, your car, and how you define 'all-season performance'.

Test Profile

Goodyear
Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
GoodYear
Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
Continental
PremiumContact 7
Number of tests
20
28
28
Best position
#1
#1
#1
Average position
2.4
3.9
2.3
Latest test
2020
2025
2026
Available sizes
109
210
68

Verdict

The Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 is the right choice for most buyers: it's more balanced, better in winter, available in more sizes, and represents Goodyear's current best thinking on all-season design. The Gen-2 still earns its place for drivers who prioritise wet braking and quiet comfort above winter capability, and who can find it at an attractive price in the right size. It's a tyre that does specific things exceptionally well rather than everything adequately. Think of the Gen-2 as the specialist and the Gen-3 as the all-rounder — both are good tyres, but they suit different drivers.

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