Segment
2. Michelin CrossClimate+ (!) Premium3. Kleber Quadraxer 2 Upper-middle
Comparison: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 vs. Kleber Quadraxer 2 vs. Hankook Kinergy 4S H740 vs. Michelin CrossClimate+ (!)
In this review, we will compare two all-season tyres, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 and the Kleber Quadraxer 2. Both tyres have been tested in various conditions to assess their performance, strengths, and weaknesses.
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
The Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 is an all-round tyre with a rating of 87% on our website. This tyre replaces the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons and has been replaced by the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3. The Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 has consistently scored well in various tests, securing the third position in both Autobild and Autoklub ČR tests. Some of its best features, as per Autobild, include snow braking, snow handling, snow traction, comfort, wet circle cornering, and wet handling.
Kleber Quadraxer 2
The Kleber Quadraxer 2 is another all-round tyre, but with a lower rating of 61% on our website. There are no previous models for this tyre, and it has been replaced by the Kleber Quadraxer 3. In the Autobild test, the Quadraxer 2 ranked 11th out of 27 tyres, and in the Autoklub ČR test, it managed to secure the fifth position out of 9 tyres.
Strengths and Weaknesses
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2:
Strengths: The Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 shines in snow performance with excellent snow braking, handling, and traction. It also performs well in wet conditions, offering good wet circle cornering and handling. The tyre is comfortable to drive and is a reliable all-rounder.
Weaknesses: No notable weaknesses have been reported in the tests.
Kleber Quadraxer 2:
Strengths: The Quadraxer 2 provides decent overall performance as an all-season tyre.
Weaknesses: Although it does not have any specific weaknesses, the Quadraxer 2 ranks lower in comparison to the Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 across various tests.
Verdict
When it comes to overall performance, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 is the clear winner between the two tyres. Its scores in various tests and rankings in Autobild and Autoklub ČR highlight its good performance in snow and wet conditions, comfort and reliability. On the other hand, the Kleber Quadraxer 2 is also a decent choice for an all-season tyre but falls short compared to the Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 in test results. Both tyres have been replaced by their respective newer models, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 and Kleber Quadraxer 3, which introduce improved features and performance.
For more information on these tyres and their manufacturers, check out the reviews and test results for the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 and the Kleber Quadraxer 2 on our website, as well as their respective manufacturers' websites: Goodyear and Kleber.
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1. Kleber Quadraxer 2 12.63
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Best rating in test
1. Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 Exemplary3. Michelin CrossClimate+ (!) Satisfactory
Worst rating in test
2. Michelin CrossClimate+ (!) Satisfactory3. Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 Sufficient
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(Overall rating)Wet braking according to EU label
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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 3 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.
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Mutual tests
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,5 | 46,3 | |||||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 | 44,4 | 47,5 | |||||
| Kleber Quadraxer 2 | 44,5 | 52,6 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 39,4 | 45,2 | |||||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 | 44,6 | 46,2 | |||||
| Kleber Quadraxer 2 | 45,1 | 52 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Noise | |
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| Best values in test | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100,6 | 100 | 102,2 | |
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 | 97,5 | 95,3 | 96,7 | 100,6 | 95,6 | 101,4 | |
| Kleber Quadraxer 2 | 95,6 | 91,9 | 95,6 | 99,4 | 86,4 | 101,8 | |
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