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Comparison: Semperit Speed-Life 3 vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52 vs. BFGoodrich Advantage

When it comes to summer tyre performance, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 and the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 are major contenders. Built by trusted manufacturers, Semperit and Goodyear respectively, both tyres have distinctive strengths and weaknesses, each excelling in different conditions and performances.


Semperit Speed-Life 3 is the successor of the Semperit Speed-Life, demonstrating improvements in different areas. With our rating of 59%, this tyre’s best performing features include wet braking, evident in the 'Autobild' test where it clinches the 12th position out of 53. Coupled with its good handling on wet roads, high projected mileage, and low wear, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 ensures efficiency and longevity. However, it falls a bit short in terms of dry road drivability.


On the other hand, Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2, also succeeding Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance, earned a stellar rating of 84% from our tests, demonstrating high performance across different conditions. At 'Autobild', it landed at the 13th position. Its highlighted characteristics are impressive mileage, price value, comfort, and short braking distances. Like the Semperit tyre, it also exhibits high predicted mileage and low rolling resistance. However, it is noted to have a relatively higher price level.


In 'ADAC' mutual test, Semperit Speed-Life 3 took the impressive 2nd place out of 15, excelling particularly in aquaplaning - cross, exterior noise, and wet braking. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2, on the other hand, secured the respectable 4th position, with mileage being its best feature.


To wrap up, Semperit Speed-Life 3 stands out due to its wet braking ability and overall efficiency, despite its weakness on dry road drivability. Meanwhile, Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 proves to be an exceptional all-rounder, combining mileage, comfort, and value, albeit at a higher price level.


When choosing between these two, potential customers should weigh their individual driving conditions and requirements. The data gathered from different tests provides a clear comparison of their performances, making it easier to identify the tyre that perfectly fits their needs.

Test Profile

Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Kumho
Ecsta HS52
BFGoodrich
Advantage
Number of tests
14
18
10
14
Best position
#2
#1
#2
#8
Average position
18.1
6.1
6.0
13.4
Latest test
2026
2024
2026
2026
Available sizes
116
47
104
153

Wet

Wet
Semperit Speed-Life 3
79%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
BFGoodrich Advantage
61%
Aquaplaning - cross
Semperit Speed-Life 3
80%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
66%
BFGoodrich Advantage
53%
Wet braking
Semperit Speed-Life 3
79%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
80%
BFGoodrich Advantage
77%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Semperit Speed-Life 3
79%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
BFGoodrich Advantage
61%
Wet handling
Semperit Speed-Life 3
75%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
BFGoodrich Advantage
57%
Wet circle cornering
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
BFGoodrich Advantage
69%
Wet performance
Semperit Speed-Life 3
89%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
55%
BFGoodrich Advantage
79%
Wet side guide
Semperit Speed-Life 3
88%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
67%
BFGoodrich Advantage
54%

Dry

Dry
Semperit Speed-Life 3
66%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
87%
BFGoodrich Advantage
72%
Dry braking
Semperit Speed-Life 3
69%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
BFGoodrich Advantage
76%
Dry handling
Semperit Speed-Life 3
61%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
85%
BFGoodrich Advantage
80%
Dry performance
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
72%
BFGoodrich Advantage
70%

Comfort

Comfort
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
BFGoodrich Advantage
79%
Exterior noise
Semperit Speed-Life 3
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
BFGoodrich Advantage
68%
Interior noise
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
71%
BFGoodrich Advantage
81%
Comfort
Semperit Speed-Life 3
56%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
90%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%
BFGoodrich Advantage
72%

Costs

Costs
Semperit Speed-Life 3
72%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%
BFGoodrich Advantage
68%
Mileage
Semperit Speed-Life 3
76%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
BFGoodrich Advantage
63%
Rolling resistance
Semperit Speed-Life 3
65%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
70%
BFGoodrich Advantage
66%
Price/value
Semperit Speed-Life 3
81%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
97%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
97%
BFGoodrich Advantage
65%

Dimensions and prices

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Mutual tests

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2024205/55 R16View
ADACADAC
Summer
2023205/55 R16View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2022215/55 R17View

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