Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 vs Continental SecureContact AW: Continental has finally entered the all-weather arena with the SecureContact AW, and it is going straight into Goodyear’s home turf. The Assurance WeatherReady 2 is already one of the biggest names in this category, built around year-round confidence, wet grip, snow traction, and daily comfort. But now Continental wants a piece of that all-weather crown. So the question is simple: can the new SecureContact AW really challenge Goodyear at its own game, or is the WeatherReady 2 still the tire to beat?
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Results : Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 vs Continental SecureContact AW
The test results are based on Treadwell data from Discount Tire. The graph below compares the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 vs Continental SecureContact AW across key performance categories.
For subjective evaluations, each point is treated as equivalent to a 5% difference. For example, if Tire A scores a 4 and Tire B scores a 3, Tire A is considered 5% better than Tire B in that category.
Wet
In wet braking, the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 performs better, stopping 10 ft shorter than the Continental SecureContact AW, giving it a 7% advantage. But in wet handling, the Continental SecureContact AW fights back with a 1-point higher score, giving it a 5% advantage over the Goodyear. Overall, Goodyear is stronger when it comes to stopping in the wet, while Continental feels better once the tire is pushed through corners.
SecureContact AW :
- -7% Wet Braking
- +5% Wet Handling
Winter
In winter performance, the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 comes out ahead with a 1 point higher winter rating than the Continental SecureContact AW, giving it a 5% advantage based on your reference table. Overall, Goodyear looks like the stronger choice for winter confidence, while Continental is slightly behind in this category.
SecureContact AW :
- -5% Snow
Mileage
In mileage, the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 has a major advantage, lasting 17,000 miles longer than the Continental SecureContact AW, with 38,500 miles compared to 21,500 miles. Based on your reference table, that gives Continental a 44% disadvantage in median mileage. Overall, Continental may compete in some performance areas, but Goodyear is clearly the stronger tire for long-term tread life.
SecureContact AW :
- -44% Mileage (Median)
Dry
In dry braking, the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 performs better, stopping 12 ft shorter than the Continental SecureContact AW, giving it a 9% advantage based on your reference table. In dry handling, Goodyear also stays ahead with a 0.5-point higher score, giving it a 2.5% advantage over the Continental. Overall, Goodyear is the stronger tire in dry performance, with better stopping power and slightly sharper handling.
SecureContact AW :
- -9% Dry Braking
- -2.5% Dry Handling
Noise Vibration & Harshness (NVH)
In ride refinement, the Continental SecureContact AW has the advantage in quiet ride, scoring 1 point higher than the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2, giving it a 5% advantage based on your reference table. For ride comfort, both tires are equal at 3.5 out of 5, with no difference between them. Overall, Continental is the quieter tire, while comfort is basically a tie.
SecureContact AW :
- +5% Quiet Ride
- 0% Comfort
Fuel Consumption
In fuel efficiency, the Continental SecureContact AW performs better, scoring 2 points higher than the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2, giving it a 10% advantage based on your reference table. Overall, Goodyear is stronger in braking, winter, and mileage, but Continental clearly has the edge when it comes to saving fuel.
SecureContact AW :
- +10% Fuel Efficiency
Price
In price, the Continental SecureContact AW is cheaper, costing $15 less per tire than the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2, with $188 compared to $203 in size 215/55R17. That makes the Continental about 8% cheaper. Overall, Goodyear has the stronger performance case in braking, winter, and mileage, but Continental offers better value upfront with a lower purchase price.
Tire size: 215/55R17
- WeatherReady 2 : $203
- SecureContact AW : $188
Difference: -8% more cheaper for SecureContact AW
Conclusion:
From a tire expert point of view, I think the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 is the stronger overall tire. It has clear advantages in wet braking, dry braking, winter rating, dry handling, and especially mileage, where it looks far more durable over the long run. The Continental SecureContact AW still makes a compelling case because it is quieter, more fuel efficient, has equal ride comfort, better wet handling, and costs $15 less per tire. But if I had to choose the tire with the more complete performance package, I would lean toward the Goodyear.
Dr Edwin Pang