Long tread life: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 (2019)

First launch in 2018, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 was officially launch in Malaysia in December of 2019. Based on press test results from Europe, this tire performs fairly well winning twice while it bagged 2nd place thrice. Assuming the Europe version of Asymmetric 5 does not differ too much from the Asian version, let’s go through some public available details and see how this tire performs.

1. Wet braking.

We know that in this segment, manufacturers like to show off their wet braking strength. From the ADAC summer 2020 test, we are able to judge how well a whole range of tires performed. Out of 50 tires Asymmetric 5 come in 9^th. The test leader was having a braking distance of 28.7m while Asymmetric 5 had 30.8m. In this test, they also included the Michelin PS4 which came in at 29.4m. Hence from the previous testing results, we know that the Asymmetric 5 would also lose out to Primacy 4.

2. Dry braking

From the list, we are also able to evaluate Asymmetric 5’s dry barking results. They come in 4th this time round, losing out to the leader PS4 (32.1m) with a braking distance of 33.2m .

3. Handling (wet/dry)

Various magazine has reported good wet and dry handling performance for the Asymmetric 5. See references as below:

Auto Motor und Sport: UHP Summer Tire Test R18 2020
Gute Fahrt: Compact SUV Summer Tire Test R18 2020
Auto Bild: Summer Tire Test R18 2020

4. Wear

With a UTQG of 240, the Asymmetric 5 numbering is much lower than its premium competitors. However based on the ADAC wear results study, the Asymmetric 5 actually ranks 1st having the most expected wear life. Definitely a factor to consider 🙂

5. Cost

From the online market sources, I have not found any prices yet. I will update this section once the prices are updated.

Summary

Well balanced and superb wear performance. Do not expect Michelin’s wet braking performance but definitely worth your money.