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Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance review

Relative score 60% tests + 40% owners

Owners 71 · 16,790 reviews analysed Road tests 73 · 41 tests

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The Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance is widely praised for its exceptional ride comfort, remarkably low road noise, and commendable wet and dry grip. However, opinions are divided due to its notably soft sidewalls, which contribute to a plush ride at the expense of sharp steering feedback, alongside complaints from some users regarding accelerated tread wear and sidewall vulnerability.

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#low road noise#wet braking performance#dry grip and handling#sidewall durability concerns#comfort and efficiency
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance

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Owner scores come from reviews found online; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.

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Relative score
0–100. Blends road tests (60%) and owner reviews (40%) category by category, the same way on every TireWheelGuide page. With only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from it, so the score stays closer to average. It needs at least one road test or five owner reviews.
Road tests
0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
Owner reviews
0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.

By owner reviews

71/100

From 16,790 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.

Would buy again 75%
Dry
Overall dry
72.5
Corner stability
70.8
Dry traction
73.3
Steering response
70.5
Wet
Overall wet
76.3
Wet traction
74.2
Comfort
Overall comfort
73.3
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
63.5
Handling
Overall handling
70.5

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By road tests

73/100

Scaled across every tested tire: the average gets 70, the best 100.

Dry
79
Wet
78.6
Comfort
61.1
Noise
71.5
Treadwear
63.8
By discipline (% of best in test)
Dry Braking
73.1%
Dry Handling
69.2%
Subj. Dry Handling
85.5%
Wet Braking
72.6%
Subj. Wet Handling
88.5%
Wet Handling
66.7%
Straight Aquaplaning
73.7%
Curved Aquaplaning
77.1%
Side G-Force on Wet surface
77.1%
Inside Noise level
60.5%
Outside Noise
87.5%
Subjective Comfort
27.3%
Rolling Resistance
88.5%
Wear
81.3%

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What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 16,790 owner reviews found online.

The Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance is widely praised for its exceptional ride comfort, remarkably low road noise, and commendable wet and dry grip. However, opinions are divided due to its notably soft sidewalls, which contribute to a plush ride at the expense of sharp steering feedback, alongside complaints from some users regarding accelerated tread wear and sidewall vulnerability.

Pros

  • Exceptional ride comfort and smooth driving dynamics
  • Significantly reduced road noise compared to competitors
  • Strong wet and dry weather traction with great aquaplaning resistance
  • Low rolling resistance yielding noticeable improvements in fuel economy

Cons

  • Soft sidewalls lead to noticeable body roll and a 'squishy' or vague steering feel during spirited cornering
  • Faster-than-expected tread wear for some drivers
  • Susceptibility to sidewall damage, bulging, or punctures from potholes
  • Occasional reports of premature cracking or perishing over time

Worth knowing

  • Drivers with heavier vehicles or higher-torque setups (like EVs and diesel saloons) noted that the soft sidewalls and low rolling resistance compound can lead to faster outer-edge wear and a floaty sensation at high speeds.
  • Enthusiast drivers on stiffer sports chassis reported that the soft construction robs the car of its agile 'go-kart' feel, making touring sizes better suited to relaxed, daily commuting than track-focused driving.

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41 published test appearances

Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.

2023 Autoklub ČR Premium Summer Tire Test R16 · 205/55R16

8th of 8

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Autoklub ČR

2019 Summer and All Season tire Test · 205/55 R16

10th of 15
Best: Wet Braking · 1st Weakest: Wet Handling · 9th
DisciplinePlacementField position
Wet Braking1st of 15
Wet Handling9th of 15
Dry Braking2nd of 15
Dry Handling3rd of 15
Noise6th of 15

2019 NAF Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16

6th of 7
Best: Rolling Resistance · 2nd Weakest: Dry Braking · 7th
DisciplinePlacementField position
Wet Braking5th of 7
Wet Handling6th of 7
Dry Braking7th of 7
Dry Handling5th of 7
Rolling Resistance2nd of 7
Straight Aqua5th of 7
Noise6th of 7

Source: NAF

2019 Swedish Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16

3rd of 13
Best: Subj. Dry Handling · 2nd Weakest: Wet Braking · 6th
DisciplinePlacementField position
Wet Braking6th of 13
Dry Braking4th of 13
Straight Aqua4th of 13
Subj. Dry Handling2nd of 13
Subj. Wet Handling4th of 13

2019 ACE Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16

6th of 9

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: ACE

2019 AMS Summer SUV tire Test · 215/55 R17

4th of 11
Best: Subj. Wet Handling · 1st Weakest: Dry Handling · 9th
DisciplinePlacementField position
Wet Braking4th of 11
Wet Handling3rd of 11
Dry Braking5th of 11
Dry Handling9th of 11
Rolling Resistance3rd of 11
Straight Aqua2nd of 11
Subj. Dry Handling4th of 11
Subj. Comfort9th of 11
Subj. Wet Handling1st of 11
Noise7th of 11

Source: Auto Motor und Sport

2019 ADAC Summer tire Test - 185/65 R15 · 185/65 R15

4th of 16

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: ADAC

2019 Autonavigator Summer Tire Test R16 · 205/55R16

10th of 15

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Autonavigator

2019 Motor NAF/Vi Bilägare Summer Tire Test (Premium) · 205/55R16

6th of 7

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Motor NAF/Vi Bilägare

2018 New and Worn Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16

3rd of 14
Best: Noise · 3rd Weakest: Wet Handling · 9th
DisciplinePlacementField position
Wet Braking5th of 14
Wet Handling9th of 14
Dry Braking4th of 14
Dry Handling5th of 14
Noise3rd of 14

2018 Auto Review 225/45 R17 tire Test · 225/45 R17

6th of 11

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Autoreview

2018 Gute Fahrt Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16

1st of 12
Best: Dry Braking · 4th Weakest: Wet Braking · 7th
DisciplinePlacementField position
Wet Braking7th of 12
Dry Braking4th of 12
Rolling Resistance4th of 12
Straight Aqua4th of 12

Source: Gute Fahrt

2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer tire Test · 195/65 R15

10th of 20
Best: Straight Aqua · 3rd Weakest: Value · 19th
DisciplinePlacementField position
Wet Braking12th of 20
Wet Handling4th of 20
Dry Braking12th of 20
Dry Handling6th of 20
Rolling Resistance5th of 20
Straight Aqua3rd of 20
Noise12th of 20
Value19th of 20
Price17th of 20
Wear15th of 20
Total Cost of Ownership9th of 20

Source: Auto Bild

2018 AutoBild Summer tire Overview · 195/65 R15

11th of 47

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Bild

2018 ADAC Summer tire Test - 205/55 R16 · 205/55 R16

12th of 16

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: ADAC

2018 AZ Summer AND All Season tire Test · 225/45 R17

7th of 9
Best: Rolling Resistance · 1st Weakest: Wet Braking · 9th
DisciplinePlacementField position
Wet Braking9th of 9
Wet Handling6th of 9
Dry Braking5th of 9
Dry Handling6th of 9
Rolling Resistance1st of 9
Straight Aqua3rd of 9
Noise7th of 9
Price4th of 9

2017 Auto Express Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16

6th of 11

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Express

2017 ADAC 195/65 R15 Summer tire Test · 195/65 R15

4th of 16

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: ADAC

2016 AutoBild Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16

4th of 15

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Bild

2016 Market Overview - Braking Test · 205/55 R16

5th of 50

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

2016 ADAC tire Test - 185/65 R15 · 185/65 R15

4th of 16

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: ADAC

2015 Auto Bild 215/55 R16 Technical tire Test · 215/55 R16

1st of 10

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Bild

2015 Auto Bild Top 18 Summer tire Test · 185/60 R15

11th of 18

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Bild

2015 AMS Performance tire Test · 225/50 R17

3rd of 9

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Motor und Sport

2015 Test World Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16

4th of 15

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Test World

2015 Market Overview - Braking Test · 185/50 R15

7th of 52

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

2015 European tire Test 185/60R14 · 185/60R14

2nd of 16

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

2015 European tire Test 205/55 R16 · 205/55 R16

2nd of 19

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

2015 ACE Summer Touring tire Test · 255/55 R16

1st of 12

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: ACE

2014 Auto Express Winter tire Test · 205/55 R16

10th of 10

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Express

2014 Auto Express Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16

2nd of 10

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Express

2014 Auto Review Summer tire Test - 205/55 R16 · 205/55 R16

6th of 16

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Autoreview

2014 ADAC 195/65 R15 Summer tire Test · 195/65 R15

1st of 17

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: ADAC

2014 Test World Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16

7th of 16

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Test World

2014 Auto Bild Top 15 Summer tire Test · 225/50 R17

5th of 15

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Bild

2014 Auto Bild 50 Summer tire Shootout · 225/50 R17

5th of 49

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Bild

2013 Test World Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16

1st of 13

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Test World

2013 Auto Zeitung Summer tire Test · 215/55 R16

2nd of 12

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Zeitung

2013 54 tire Braking Test · 195/65 R15

3rd of 54

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

2013 European Summer Touring tire Test · 225/45 R17

4th of 19

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

2013 ACE Summer Touring tire Test · 195/65 R15

3rd of 16

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: ACE

What owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of the scores above.

Community feedback on the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance is generally favorable, with drivers highlighting quiet road noise, good comfort, and solid wet and dry grip. Some users raise concerns regarding sidewall vulnerability and potential long-term cracking, while others inquire about variations in tread patterns.

Sentiment breakdown
Positive41%
Mixed45%
Negative14%
Top themes
#low road noise#wet braking performance#dry grip and handling#sidewall durability concerns#comfort and efficiency#tread pattern variations

From 22 threads and comments.

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