Bridgestone Turanza EV vs Goodyear ElectricDrive 2 — it’s a head-on clash between two EV-specific all-season tires built for the electric future. On one side, the Bridgestone Turanza EV features next-gen touring technology inspired by QuietTrack. On the other, Goodyear strikes with its updated ElectricDrive 2, promising improved efficiency and grip. Which EV tire delivers the ultimate balance of silence, safety, and sustainability? Let’s find out.
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Results: Bridgestone Turanza EV vs Goodyear ElectricDrive 2
Results below were taken from Tire Rack’s Testing EV Tires 2024 test. A total of 9 tires were tested on Tire Rack’s proving ground including a variety of different segment tires. The graph below shows the comparison between Bridgestone Turanza EV vs Goodyear ElectricDrive 2 based on the relevant performance category. The Bridgestone Turanza EV was set as a reference hence at the 100% mark.
The tire size of interest is a 235/40R19 which is a common tire size for Tesla Model 3. You can check out our latest tire size table for more information. The testing vehicle for this tire test is a 2023 Tesla Model 3 Performance.
Wet
In wet braking from 50 to 0 mph, the Bridgestone Turanza EV stopped in 102.1 feet, while the Goodyear ElectricDrive 2 needed 103.0 feet. That’s a 0.9-foot difference, or about 1% shorter braking distance for the Bridgestone. On the wet handling lap, the Turanza EV completed the course in 31.53 seconds, just 0.02 seconds faster than the ElectricDrive 2 — a difference close to 0%.
ElectricDrive 2 :
- -1% in wet braking
- ~0% in wet handling (lap time)
Dry
In dry braking from 50 to 0 mph, the Goodyear ElectricDrive 2 stopped in 88.4 feet, which is 5.2 feet shorter than the Bridgestone Turanza EV at 93.6 feet — a 6% advantage for the Goodyear. On the dry handling lap, the ElectricDrive 2 also completed the course in 29.64 seconds, 0.18 seconds quicker than the Turanza EV’s 29.82 seconds, a 1% improvement.
ElectricDrive 2 :
- +6% in dry braking
- +1% in dry handling (lap time)
Noise/Comfort/Ride Quality
When it comes to noise, comfort, and ride quality, the Goodyear ElectricDrive 2 scores 8.17 compared to the Bridgestone Turanza EV’s 7.42. That’s a difference of 0.75 points, or roughly 4% higher for the Goodyear.
ElectricDrive 2 :
- +4% in average of Noise, Comfort & Ride Quality.
Power Consumption
In terms of efficiency, the Bridgestone Turanza EV consumed 276 watt-hours per mile, while the Goodyear ElectricDrive 2 used 274 watt-hours. That’s a 2 Wh/mile difference, making the Goodyear about 1% more efficient.
ElectricDrive 2 :
- +1% in power consumption (efficiency)
Snow
In snow braking from 25 to 0 mph, the Bridgestone Turanza EV stopped in 65.0 feet, significantly shorter than the Goodyear ElectricDrive 2’s 82.5 feet — a difference of 17.5 feet or 21% better braking for the Bridgestone. For snow acceleration from 0 to 12 mph, the Turanza EV took 30.1 feet, while the ElectricDrive 2 needed 37.9 feet, giving the Bridgestone a 7.8-foot advantage or 21% better traction.
In subjective snow handling, the Turanza EV scored 5.5 out of 10, higher than the ElectricDrive 2’s 4.75, a 4% difference. On the snow handling lap, the Turanza EV finished in 55.25 seconds, 4.61 seconds faster than Goodyear’s 59.86 — an 8% improvement.
ElectricDrive 2 :
- -21% in Snow braking
- -21% in Snow acceleration
- -4% in Snow handling (subj)
- -8% in Snow handling(lap time)
Ice
In ice braking from 12 to 0 mph, the Bridgestone Turanza EV stopped in 53.1 feet, while the Goodyear ElectricDrive 2 took 58.2 feet. That’s a 5.1-foot difference, giving Bridgestone a 9% advantage.
ElectricDrive 2 :
- -9% in Ice braking
UTQG ratings
The Bridgestone Turanza EV carries a UTQG treadwear rating of 500, while the Goodyear ElectricDrive 2 is rated significantly higher at 700 — a 40% increase in projected treadwear. Yet ironically, Bridgestone backs the Turanza EV with a 50,000-mile treadwear warranty, while Goodyear only offers 45,000 miles for the ElectricDrive 2.
| Brand | Tireline | Size | Tread Wear | Traction | Temperature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgestone | Turanza EV | All | 500 | A | A |
| Goodyear | ElectricDrive 2 | All | 700 | A | A |
Price
For size 235/40R19, the Bridgestone Turanza EV is priced at $244, while the Hankook iON evo AS costs $283. That makes the Turanza EV 16% cheaper.
Tire size: 235/40R19
- iON evo AS : $ 283
- Turanza EV : $ 244
Difference: -16% more cheaper for Turanza EV.
Summary
From my perspective as a tire expert, the Bridgestone Turanza EV stands out with its stronger snow and ice performance, quieter ride, and better real-world mileage warranty—all at a lower price. Meanwhile, the Goodyear ElectricDrive 2 impresses with sharper dry performance & better noise and comfort. Both are solid EV-specific all-season options, but your choice depends on what you value more: winter grip and comfort, or dry-road agility and durability.
Dr Edwin Pang