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Comparison: Semperit Speed-Life 3 vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Nokian WetProof vs. Maxxis Premitra HP5

2 mutual test(s) with detailed data

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
Nokian
WetProof
Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Number of tests
14
18
14
31
Best position
#2
#1
#1
#1
Average position
18.1
6.1
5.6
9.5
Latest test
2026
2024
2023
2024
Available sizes
116
47
47
64

Performance comparison

Averaged from 2 tests

Wet Performance
Semperit Speed-Life 3
81%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
64%
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Nokian WetProof
76%
Nokian
WetProof
Maxxis Premitra HP5
81%
Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Wet Braking
Semperit Speed-Life 3
95%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
Nokian WetProof
76%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
70%
Wet Handling
Semperit Speed-Life 3
87%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
59%
Nokian WetProof
72%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
74%
Wet Circle Cornering
Semperit Speed-Life 3
78%
Nokian WetProof
89%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
89%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Semperit Speed-Life 3
72%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
57%
Nokian WetProof
75%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
80%
Aquaplaning Cross
Semperit Speed-Life 3
75%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Nokian WetProof
70%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
93%
Dry Performance
Semperit Speed-Life 3
68%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
67%
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Nokian WetProof
80%
Nokian
WetProof
Maxxis Premitra HP5
84%
Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Dry Braking
Semperit Speed-Life 3
69%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
66%
Nokian WetProof
84%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
84%
Dry Handling
Semperit Speed-Life 3
67%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
67%
Nokian WetProof
75%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
84%
Comfort & Noise
Semperit Speed-Life 3
70%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
81%
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Nokian WetProof
75%
Nokian
WetProof
Maxxis Premitra HP5
72%
Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Noise Exterior
Semperit Speed-Life 3
81%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
Nokian WetProof
80%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
70%
Noise Interior
Semperit Speed-Life 3
74%
Nokian WetProof
81%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
74%
Ride Comfort
Semperit Speed-Life 3
56%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Nokian WetProof
64%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
73%
Economy
Semperit Speed-Life 3
71%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
94%
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Nokian WetProof
65%
Nokian
WetProof
Maxxis Premitra HP5
55%
Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Rolling Resistance
Semperit Speed-Life 3
63%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
88%
Nokian WetProof
71%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
46%
Fuel Efficiency
Semperit Speed-Life 3
84%
Nokian WetProof
78%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
69%
Mileage
Semperit Speed-Life 3
65%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Nokian WetProof
45%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
49%

Tests used in comparison

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2021205/55 R16View
ADACADAC
Summer
2021205/55 R16View

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