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Comparison: Vredestein ULTRAC vs. Maxxis Premitra HP5 vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Firestone Roadhawk 2 vs. GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2

When comparing two summer tyres, the Vredestein ULTRAC and the Maxxis Premitra HP5, we can see distinct differences in performance and features. As per the given data from multiple tests, there are certain strengths and weaknesses with both tyres.


Vredestein ULTRAC, produced in Hungary, is an original tyre for the BMW 2-series Active Tourer. According to the tests, the Vredestein tyre excels in areas including impressive safety against aquaplaning, dynamic driving performance and short braking distances on both wet and dry terrain. However, its limited mileage is frequently cited as a drawback. In the Autozeitung test, it was ranked 2nd out of 10 tyres tested, while it took 4th place in Autobild’s test involving 51 tyres.


On the other hand, Maxxis Premitra HP5 was noted for its good performance in cross aquaplaning test. Positives noted in the tests include excellent mileage, short dry braking distances, very good safety reserves with aquaplaning and short wet braking distances. Conversely, it had some weaknesses including delayed steering response, moderate grip levels on wet and dry terrain and increased rolling resistance. This tyre was ranked 5th in the Autozeitung test and 16th in the Autobild test.


When looking at the overall ratings, Maxxis Premitra HP5 has a higher rating of 69% in our test as compared to 26% for Vredestein ULTRAC. However, individual test positions might indicate a different scenario based on specific performance metrics.


Neither of these two models has been replaced with a newer version yet. If you’re interested in finding out more about these manufacturers, visit the Vredestein and Maxxis pages on our website.


In conclusion, both tyres have their distinct pros and cons. The choice between these tyres should take into account specific driving conditions and vehicle requirements. Despite some differences, both of these summer tyres performed satisfactorily in the tests and are suitable for various driving conditions.

Test Profile

Vredestein
ULTRAC
Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Firestone
Roadhawk 2
GoodYear
Efficientgrip Performance 2
Number of tests
31
18
6
3
Best position
#1
#1
#3
#2
Average position
9.5
6.1
4.7
3.3
Latest test
2024
2024
2026
2026
Available sizes
64
47
146
40

Wet

Wet
Vredestein ULTRAC
84%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
79%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
86%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Wet braking
Vredestein ULTRAC
80%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
71%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
78%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
78%
Wet handling
Vredestein ULTRAC
85%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
76%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
74%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Vredestein ULTRAC
88%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
86%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
95%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
66%
Aquaplaning - cross
Vredestein ULTRAC
93%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
88%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
69%
Wet circle cornering
Vredestein ULTRAC
84%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
81%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
84%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
61%
Wet side guide
Vredestein ULTRAC
80%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
61%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
67%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
100%

Dry

Dry
Vredestein ULTRAC
82%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
83%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
79%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
75%
Dry handling
Vredestein ULTRAC
83%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
85%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Dry braking
Vredestein ULTRAC
86%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
84%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
81%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Dry lane changing
Vredestein ULTRAC
84%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
87%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
93%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
75%
Dry driving behavior
Vredestein ULTRAC
83%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
83%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
65%

Comfort

Comfort
Vredestein ULTRAC
84%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
76%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
70%
Exterior noise
Vredestein ULTRAC
72%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
74%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
66%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
67%
Comfort
Vredestein ULTRAC
76%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
70%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
90%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
90%
Interior noise
Vredestein ULTRAC
86%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
76%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
73%

Offroad

Offroad
Vredestein ULTRAC
76%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
81%

Costs

Costs
Vredestein ULTRAC
56%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
59%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
68%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
83%
Rolling resistance
Vredestein ULTRAC
67%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
59%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
85%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
72%
Mileage
Vredestein ULTRAC
29%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
54%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
38%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
99%
Price/value
Vredestein ULTRAC
71%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
56%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
97%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
60%

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