Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 31 + 7 road tests and 1,942 + 2,400 owner reviews. How we score
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is ahead, 89–79
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Tests 93 · 31 tests Owners 84 · 1,942 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 20 in 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test (wear)
“I've had the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 (235/45/18). They were really sturdy, comfort was super bad with them and I sold them for half the price. These are sport tyres, you do not need them.”
Tests 83 · 7 tests Owners 75 · 2,400 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 21 in 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test (dry braking)
“I have kuhmo ecsta hs52's on my renault megane during spring and summer and they are really good. No complaints at all. My milage did go up a little bit but that's it”
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Ecsta HS52 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 30 / 7 tests | 96 | 86 |
| Reviews found online | 91 | 80 |
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6: 60% × 96.4 + 40% × 91.2 = 94
Ecsta HS52: 60% × 86.4 + 40% × 80.1 = 84
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Ecsta HS52 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 31 / 7 tests | 93 | 89 |
| Reviews found online | 92 | 78 |
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6: 60% × 93 + 40% × 91.5 = 92
Ecsta HS52: 60% × 89.2 + 40% × 77.5 = 85
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Ecsta HS52 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 10 / – tests | 76 | ≈ 68 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 81 | 66 |
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6: 40% × 75.7 + 60% × 81.2 = 79
Ecsta HS52: 40% × 68.1 (est.) + 60% × 65.8 = 67
No road tests of comfort for Ecsta HS52. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.20).
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Ecsta HS52 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 26 / 3 tests | 92 | 64 |
| Reviews found online | ≈ 66 (est.) | ≈ 66 (est.) |
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6: 60% × 91.8 + 40% × 66.3 (est.) = 82
Ecsta HS52: 60% × 63.9 + 40% × 66.3 (est.) = 65
No owner ratings of noise for Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 or Ecsta HS52. The owner half is the owners’ average (66): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests, so the tests say nothing about how owners would rate it.
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Ecsta HS52 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 7 / 5 tests | 96 | 80 |
| Reviews found online | 70 | 70 |
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6: 60% × 96.4 + 40% × 69.8 = 86
Ecsta HS52: 60% × 79.7 + 40% × 69.6 = 76
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Ecsta HS52 |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews found online | 90 | 77 |
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Ecsta HS52 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 26 / 5 tests | 71 | 43 |
| Category | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Kumho Ecsta HS52 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 89 | 79 |
| Dry | 94 | 84 |
| Wet | 92 | 85 |
| Comfort | 79 | 67 |
| Noise | 82 | 65 |
| Treadwear | 86 | 76 |
| Handling (owners) | 90 | 77 |
| Efficiency | 71 | 43 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
Wet grip and treadwear start at “Important” — the two things buyers rank highest. Move the sliders and the scores update instantly.
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Ecsta HS52
Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.
| Discipline | Category | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Ecsta HS52 | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 95% #13/50 · 2026 Summer Braking Super Tyre Test - How do 52 Tyres Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? | 95% #9/16 · 2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 100% #1/10 · 2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 100% #3/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Curved Aquaplaning | Wet | 90% #5/7 · 2026 Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test | 86% #12/16 · 2024 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 98% #5/10 · 2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 97% #5/16 · 2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 92% #7/50 · 2026 Summer Braking Super Tyre Test - How do 52 Tyres Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? | 97% #3/16 · 2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Braking (concrete) | Wet | 96% #4/18 · 2025 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 90% #3/16 · 2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 97% #3/10 · 2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 91% #15/21 · 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 97% #4/10 · 2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 99% #2/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Noise | Noise | 100% #2/10 · 2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 96% #16/16 · 2024 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Abrasion | Treadwear | 100% #2/10 · 2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 59% #12/16 · 2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wear | Treadwear | 99% #2/10 · 2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 75% #8/16 · 2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Fuel Consumption | Efficiency | 95% #13/18 · 2025 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 93% #15/16 · 2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 84% #9/10 · 2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 88% #16/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Price | Cost | 65% #9/13 · 2023 AutoBild Sports Car Summer Tyre Test | 77% #5/16 · 2024 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Cost | #6/10 2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | #12/20 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Value | Cost | 83% #4/10 · 2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 100% #1/16 · 2024 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #8/50 2026 Summer Braking Super Tyre Test - How do 52 Tyres Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? | #9/16 2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is widely regarded as a top-tier UHP summer tyre with strong dry grip, good wet performance and rim protection. It is often recommended as a comparable or better-value alternative to the Michelin PS5. Reservations include a harsh ride and poor comfort for non-sporty daily use, a harshly negative Swedish test of cold-weather braking, concerns about wear and track use, and isolated vibration and EV-rating questions.
“I've had the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 (235/45/18). They were really sturdy, comfort was super bad with them and I sold them for half the price. These are sport tyres, you do not need them.”
“No EV ready logo on Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 I recently bought Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 255/45R19 104Y XL SCT tyres. According to this article, this tyre should contain EV Ready logo but my tyres do not have it. I discussed with seller and they claimed that this tyres are ev ready even if it does not have the ev ready logo. Is that possible ? Can i trust that my tyres are EV Ready ?”
“Ah, now I remember -- available in the Taycan staggered 21" but not 20". (Some of these staggered setups seem like a conspiracy to induce madness via tire model available! Our i4 is the same way...)”
Based on 29 community posts
The Kumho Ecsta HS52 receives a polarized mix of reviews from the community, praised by many for its rigid sidewalls, strong dry grip, sharp steering responsiveness, and great value compared to premium alternatives. However, some users report disappointing wet weather performance, potential issues with aquaplaning resistance, and inconsistent test results across different sizes. Overall, it is viewed as a solid mid-range option, though experiences with wet traction and longevity vary significantly among drivers.
“Mini review of the Kumho Ecsta HS52 I was running some Hankook's on my GT before and the tire wall not stiff enough. Now I've mounted these Kumho Ecsta HS52's and I highly recommend them: The tire wall is nicely rigid and they grip great in the dry, took quite some intent to make them loose traction. Additionally, I've accidentally ran over a pretty big sharp looking rock at decent speed that aimed right in a tread groove (thinnest part) and the thing shrugged it off no problem. And all of this for a damn good price too! So if anyone's looking for good tires, now you know.”
“What’s up with these tyres? Kumho ectsa hs52 date code 3923, tyres are (UK) legal regards tread but I can’t imagine this damage is normal. Both front tyres have this, looks like the tread is tearing apart in multiple places. I did not fit these tyres but it was mot’d 3 months ago and has done 2k miles since. I’ve owned the car 11 months but only noticed this very recently. I am getting them replaced on Monday with little use before then but I’m curious how this has happened. Is it just a shit brand? Wear is even across the face so I don’t think it would be the alignment or anything to do with the car and the damage is random across the contact patch. It’s a Peugeot 508 2l diesel so quite a bit of weight on the nose. Fitting Bridgestone Turanza 6. Rear tyres are good, but a different brand (horizon horace 2122 date)”
“I have kuhmo ecsta hs52's on my renault megane during spring and summer and they are really good. No complaints at all. My milage did go up a little bit but that's it”
Based on 17 community posts
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | B · Kumho Ecsta HS52 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | Summer |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 130 | 53 |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 23″ | 14″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 7 - 9/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 260 - 300 AA A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 30,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
| Sizes in common | 19 | 19 |
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Kumho Ecsta HS52
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 — better efficiency, noise and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scores 71 vs 43 on efficiency.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scores 82 vs 65 on noise.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scores 90 vs 77 on handling.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scores 79 vs 67 on comfort.
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Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, 92 vs 85 on our wet score.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, 94 vs 84 on our dry score.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, 82 vs 65 on our noise score.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, 79 vs 67 on our comfort score.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, 86 vs 76 on our treadwear score.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, 71 vs 43 on our efficiency score.
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology
