Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV review
Relative score 60% tests + 40% owners
Owners 70 · 8 reviews analysed Road tests 75 · 3 tests
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The Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV is widely praised as a capable, all-weather tire that delivers strong performance in wet, snowy, and moderate conditions. Users appreciate the convenience and cost savings of running a single set of tires year-round, though opinions on tread longevity are somewhat polarized.
Two scoring systems, side by side
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.
How scores work
- 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
70/100From 8 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.
By road tests
75/100Scaled across every tested tire: the average gets 70, the best 100.
Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV specs & sizes
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What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 8 owner reviews found online.
The Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV is widely praised as a capable, all-weather tire that delivers strong performance in wet, snowy, and moderate conditions. Users appreciate the convenience and cost savings of running a single set of tires year-round, though opinions on tread longevity are somewhat polarized.
Pros
- Impressive winter and snow performance rivaling traditional winter tires
- Excellent wet grip and resistance to aquaplaning
- Good comfort levels and low road noise
- Reliable year-round traction across diverse climates from heavy snow to hot summers
Cons
- Fast tread wear reported by some users, especially in city driving or hot climates
- Subpar dry braking feel and lack of positive pedal feedback
- Susceptibility to minor tread chipping or chunking near sipes during severe heatwaves
Worth knowing
- Drivers of heavier SUVs and 4x4s like the Volvo XC60 and Land Rover Freelander 2 note strong sidewall resilience against potholes, though wear rates vary significantly based on driving style and local climate.
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3 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2019 Auto Bild 4x4 All Season tire Test · 235/65 R17
5th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 5th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 5th of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 4th of 10 | |
| Snow Traction | 9th of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 8th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 6th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 10 | |
| Noise | 6th of 10 | |
| Price | 8th of 10 |
Source: Auto Bild Allrad
2019 Auto Bild All Season SUV tire Test · 235/55 R19
4th of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 2nd of 7 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 7 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 7 | |
| Snow Braking | 4th of 7 | |
| Snow Handling | 6th of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 7 | |
| Noise | 1st of 7 | |
| Price | 6th of 7 |
Source: Auto Bild Allrad
2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season tire Test · 235/60 R18
1st of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 8 | |
| Snow Braking | 2nd of 8 | |
| Snow Handling | 1st of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 8 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 8 | |
| Price | 8th of 8 |
Source: Auto Bild
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