Bridgestone Turanza 6 vs BFGoodrich Advantage — It’s a battle in the touring summer tire segment where comfort meets confidence. On one side, Bridgestone’s latest Turanza 6, engineered for premium balance and European refinement. On the other, BFGoodrich Advantage, backed by Michelin’s technology and built to punch above its weight. Can BFGoodrich disrupt the segment with Michelin DNA, or will Bridgestone’s latest tech edge it out? Let the touring showdown begin.
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Results: Bridgestone Turanza 6 vs BFGoodrich Advantage
Results below were taken from the 2024 Auto Bild Summer independent Tire Test which includes 21 top tires in the market. The graph below shows the comparison between Bridgestone Turanza 6 vs BFGoodrich Advantage based on the relevant performance category. The Bridgestone Turanza 6 was set as a reference hence at the 100% mark.
Note that for both wet & dry handling evaluation, the average lap speed was used instead of the standard lap time & subjective rating. The tire size of interest is a 205/55R16 which is a common tire size for Volkswagen Golf & Toyota Corolla . You can check out our latest tire size table for more information. The testing vehicle of choice is a Volkswagen Golf
Wet
In wet braking, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 stops 1.8 meters shorter than the BFGoodrich Advantage, which is a 4% improvement. During wet handling, the Turanza 6 is 1.2 km/h faster, giving it a 2% edge in cornering stability. For straight-line aquaplaning, the Bridgestone also leads by 3.1 km/h, or roughly 4% better resistance to hydroplaning.
The Bridgestone Turanza 6 clearly outperforms the BFGoodrich Advantage in all wet tests, making it the safer choice in rainy conditions.
Advantage :
- -4% in wet braking
- -2% in wet handling (average speed)
- -4% in straight aquaplaning
Dry
In dry braking, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 stops 0.5 meters shorter than the BFGoodrich Advantage, a 1% improvement. However, in dry handling, the BFGoodrich is slightly quicker by 0.2 km/h, which is a 0% difference when rounded.
Overall, both tires are closely matched in dry performance, with Bridgestone taking a slight edge in braking and BFGoodrich responding well in high-speed handling.
Advantage :
- -1% in dry braking
- ~0% in dry handling (average speed)
Mileage
In terms of wear, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 lasts 8,650 km longer than the BFGoodrich Advantage, which is a 25% increase in mileage. This gives Bridgestone a clear advantage for drivers looking for longer-lasting performance in the touring segment.
Looking at the trade-off between wet grip, mileage, and rolling resistance, it’s clear the Bridgestone Turanza 6 operates on a higher level. Despite having around 3% worse rolling resistance, it delivers 25% longer mileage and outperforms the BFGoodrich Advantage in all wet tests — a clear sign of superior compound balance.
Advantage :
- -25% in mileage
Noise
The BFGoodrich Advantage runs 0.8 dB quieter than the Bridgestone Turanza 6, which is about a 1% reduction in exterior noise.
Advantage :
- +1% in exterior noise (-0.8 dB)
Rolling Resistance
The BFGoodrich Advantage has 0.25 N/kN lower rolling resistance than the Bridgestone Turanza 6, making it roughly 3% more efficient in terms of fuel consumption.
Advantage :
- +3% in rolling resistance
Price
In 205/55 R16, the BFGoodrich Advantage is priced at €66, making it 24% cheaper than the Bridgestone Turanza 6 at €82.
Tire size: 205/55 R16
- Turanza 6 : € 82
- Advantage : € 66
Difference: -24% more cheaper for Advantage .
Summary
As a tire expert, I’d say the Bridgestone Turanza 6 stands out with its superior wet grip, longer mileage, and overall safety balance. The BFGoodrich Advantage offers a quieter ride, lower rolling resistance, and a lower entry price point, making it suitable for those focused on upfront savings.
Dr Edwin Pang