Comparison: GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 vs. BFGoodrich G-Grip All Season 2

Today we are comparing two popular all-season tyres: the GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 and the BFGoodrich G-Grip All Season 2.

Starting with the Goodyear option, this model, made in Slovenia and France, is a solid all-rounder. It's the third generation of the Vector 4Seasons line, coming after the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 and the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons. Our tests show that it excels particularly in the areas of aquaplaning resistance, external noise, mileage, and rolling resistance. In the Autobild test, it achieved a respectable 4th place out of 32 tyres tested, indicating a strong performance overall. This performance penetration is backed up by its positive review summary, with its all-season profile, impressive performance under all weather conditions, and high mileage noted as key strengths.

Moving to the BFGoodrich contender, this isn't a new model and thus doesn't replace any previous ones. Despite this, the G-Grip All Season 2 performs well in areas such as external noise, comfort, and snow handling, which includes braking and cornering on snow. In the same Autobild test, it finished in 12th position. Key strengths include its excellent lateral guidance and high traction on ice and snow, short dry braking distances, good rolling comfort, and fuel-saving rolling resistance. However, it has an understeering behavior on wet surfaces, which was noted as a weakness in our test.

While both these all-season tyres offer good features, the GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 generally outperforms the BFGoodrich G-Grip All Season 2 in tests overall. Yet, it's worth noting that the latter shows better performance in snow braking and handling, which may be a significant factor if you live in an area that experiences heavy snowfall.

In conclusion, both these tyres are successful all-rounders with different strengths. The GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 would be the preferred choice for those prioritizing aquaplaning resistance and high mileage, while the BFGoodrich G-Grip All Season 2 would be the top preference for those needing superior snow handling capability.