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Comparison: Nokian WetProof vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Maxxis Premitra HP5 vs. Continental PremiumContact 6

3 mutual test(s) with detailed data

Let's compare two summer tyres: the Nokian WetProof and the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2. They are designed by two accomplished manufacturers, Nokian Tyres and Goodyear, respectively. Both of these tyres excel in different departments and have conducted several tests to assess their strengths and weaknesses.


The Nokian WetProof is a tyre made in Finland with a rating of 83% on our site. This tyre didn't replace any previous models. The Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 is the successor of the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance and enjoys a slightly higher rating of 87%.


In the ADAC test, out of 15 tyres, the Nokian WetProof secured the 11th position, whereas the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 came 4th. The Nokian is recognized for its excellent performance in noise reduction and wet circle cornering. According to Autozeitung, the Nokian WetProof ranks 6th out of 10 tyres tested, while the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 takes the 3rd position.


When evaluated by Autobild, among 53 tyres, the Nokian WetProof and Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 finished 6th and 13th, respectively. The Goodyear Tyre stood out for its mileage, value-for-money, and comfort. In the GTÜ test, the Nokian secured the 2nd position with its exceptional performance in wet circle cornering and wet handling.


The Nokian WetProof shows some weaknesses in environmental friendliness, durability, and sustainability, according to AutoBild 2019. Despite these, it performs really well on both dry and wet surfaces and is deemed efficient.


Overall, both tyres hold their ground strongly in terms of performance. Goodyear Eagles Performance 2 excels at dry handling, exterior noise reduction, and wet handling. On the other hand, the Nokian WetProof significantly reduces exterior noise and provides excellent wet handling. If comfort and value-for-money are your priority, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 may be the better choice. However, for excellent handling under wet conditions, the Nokian WetProof may come out on top.

Test Profile

Nokian
WetProof
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Number of tests
14
18
31
36
Best position
#1
#1
#1
#1
Average position
5.6
6.1
9.5
3.1
Latest test
2023
2024
2024
2023
Available sizes
47
47
64
296

Performance comparison

Averaged from 3 tests

Wet Performance
Nokian WetProof
77%
Nokian
WetProof
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
66%
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Maxxis Premitra HP5
82%
Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Continental PremiumContact 6
76%
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Wet Braking
Nokian WetProof
82%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
64%
Continental PremiumContact 6
97%
Wet Handling
Nokian WetProof
74%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
61%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
70%
Continental PremiumContact 6
84%
Wet Circle Cornering
Nokian WetProof
95%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
95%
Continental PremiumContact 6
91%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Nokian WetProof
70%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
52%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
84%
Continental PremiumContact 6
70%
Aquaplaning Cross
Nokian WetProof
63%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
41%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
95%
Continental PremiumContact 6
38%
Dry Performance
Nokian WetProof
78%
Nokian
WetProof
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Maxxis Premitra HP5
82%
Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Continental PremiumContact 6
82%
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Dry Braking
Nokian WetProof
83%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
80%
Continental PremiumContact 6
85%
Dry Handling
Nokian WetProof
72%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
74%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
83%
Continental PremiumContact 6
78%
Comfort & Noise
Nokian WetProof
72%
Nokian
WetProof
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
81%
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Maxxis Premitra HP5
68%
Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Continental PremiumContact 6
65%
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Noise Exterior
Nokian WetProof
72%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
70%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
58%
Continental PremiumContact 6
58%
Noise Interior
Nokian WetProof
81%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
74%
Continental PremiumContact 6
74%
Ride Comfort
Nokian WetProof
64%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
73%
Continental PremiumContact 6
64%
Economy
Nokian WetProof
64%
Nokian
WetProof
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
94%
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Maxxis Premitra HP5
57%
Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Continental PremiumContact 6
68%
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Rolling Resistance
Nokian WetProof
69%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
87%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
52%
Continental PremiumContact 6
57%
Fuel Efficiency
Nokian WetProof
78%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
69%
Continental PremiumContact 6
73%
Mileage
Nokian WetProof
45%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
49%
Continental PremiumContact 6
73%

Tests used in comparison

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
GTÜGTÜ
Summer
2021225/45 R17View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2021205/55 R16View
ADACADAC
Summer
2021205/55 R16View

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