Michelin Pilot Sport 4 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

Both  Michelin and  Goodyear have been leading tyre manufacturing companies for many years now, developing top of the range tyre models with advanced features and performances.

Amongst the iconic tyres these two manufacturers have made over the years, some of their most impressive modern tyre advancements can be found in the Michelin Pilot Sport 4, and the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5.

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Overview

The  Pilot Sport 4 was released by Michelin in 2016 and has since been a staple in the brand’s model line-up.

The tyre model is considered by many to be one of the most popular tyres in the industry today, boasting high performance levels in various weather conditions with great wet braking performances and excellent longevity.

The efficient steering response is supported by Michelin’s Dynamic Response Technology, making sure that the car’s steering is reactive and precise.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Overview

The  Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 was launched by Goodyear in 2019, becoming a popular tyre amongst customers shortly after.

Goodyear developed the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 tyre to be a top-quality  premium tyre, using advanced technologies on tread designs to enhance its performance.

The tyre model boasts an  Impulse Control Compound Technology featured within the rubber compound – which helps to improve braking distances in different types of surface conditions.

The tread pattern also exhibits Power Cushion Technology for deliverance precise handling.

How Do The Tyres Measure Up?

At Blackcircles.com, we understand how advanced and reliable these two tyre models are, but how do they stack up against each other?

From the information we have on both sets of tyres, we can break that question down accordingly.

Tyre Label Ratings

Tyre label ratings outline how tyre models rank in key factors of a tyre’s performance. Tyre label ratings will vary between different tyre sizes.

These performance indicators rank three different performance variables:

Fuel Efficiency – Ranked A to G

Wet Grip – Ranked A to G

Tyre Noise – Ranked A to C and Decibels

Pilot Sport 4 Label Ratings

The Pilot Sport 4’s fuel efficiency rating range from A – D,    with an average of C across the many sizes.

The Michelin tyre model also has an impressive wet grip rating of an A (on average), with some tyre model sizes featuring a minimum B wet grip ranking.

Depending on tyre size, the range of tyre noise rankings for the Pilot Sport 4 is 70B to 73B

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Label Ratings

The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 has different fuel efficiency ratings, ranging from A – D, seeing an average rating of a B.

Wet grip for the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5, like the Pilot Sport 4, will have a rating of either A or B, with the average between sizes being an A.

The tyre noise rating for the Goodyear tyre is between 68A and 73B, depending on size of the tyre.

Pilot Sport 4 Awards

Michelin are no strangers to award winning tyre models, meaning there is no surprise that the highly regarded Pilot Sport 4 has gained accolades over the years.

At the 2022 DriverReviews Awards, the Pilot Sport 4 (and  Pilot Sport 4S) gained awards for ’Best Tyres for Hot Hatches‘.

Another award of many for the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 is ‘Overall Performance’ from ADAC’s comparative test in 2020, still years after the products first release in 2016.

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Awards

The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 has also received awards and accolades in recent years, thanks to the premium performance of the tyre.

In 2019, the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 was the named as the best in the ‘Wet Braking Test’ at the Auto Bild AllRad  SUV tyre test.

To go oversees from the UK, 2019 also saw the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 gain the ‘Best Car Tyre’ in Spain at the second Hevea Awards.

Customer Reviews

Powered by DriverReviews, the Blackcircles.com review system allows customers to rate 4 different aspects of their previously purchased tyre model out of 5 stars.

The 4 categories in which customer rate their tyres are:

• Overall rating
• Would the customer buy the tyres again
• Does the car feel better to drive
• Were the tyres value for money

Pilot Sport 4 Customer Reviews

On the Blackcircles.com website, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 has been reviewed by over 11,100 customers, who have scored the Pilot Sport 4 as follows:

• 'Overall rating of my tyres' – 4.7/5
• 'I would buy the same tyres again' – 4.7/5
• 'The car feels better to drive' – 4.5/5
• 'The tyres were value for money' – 4.3/5

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Customer Reviews

As of today, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 has been reviewed by over 3000 Blackcircles.com customers, with the tyre scoring well in key areas.

The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 ratings are as follows:

• 'Overall rating of my tyres' – 4.6/5
• 'I would buy the same tyres again' – 4.6/5
• 'The car feels better to drive' – 4.4/5
• 'The tyres were value for money' – 4.3/5

Pilot Sport 4 Tyre Sizes

Like most tyre models, the Pilot Sport 4 tyres are available in various sizes.

These sizes for the model arrive from 195/45 R17 up to 295/40 R19 tyres. The most popular tyre size for the Pilot Sport 4 is 225/40 R18.

See the most popular tyre sizes available for the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 below:

• 225/40 R18
• 225/45 R17
• 205/45 R17
• 235/40 R18
• 215/40 R17

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Tyre Sizes

The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 also arrives in many tyre sizes, ranging from 205/40 R17 to 315/30 R22.

225/40 R18 is also the tyre size that has been purchased the most at Blackcircles.com for the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5.

See the most popular tyre sizes available for the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 below:

• 225/40 R18
• 225/45 R17
• 235/40 R18
• 255/35 R19
• 235/35 R19

Pilot Sport 4 Common Car Models

1)  Volkswagen Golf
2)  Audi A3
3)   BMW 3 Series

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Common Car Models

1)  BMW 3 Series
2)  Volkswagen Golf
3)  Ford Focus ST

Pilot Sport 4 Price Range

The Pilot Sport 4’s price will vary depending on tyre size.

Prices of the Michelin tyre model range from £107.88 to £327.22*, which is fully fitted prices that include VAT, delivery, fitting, balancing and disposal charges.

The prices for the Pilot Sport 4’s most popular size, 225/40 R18, are between £123.68 and £130.94*.

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Price Range

Prices for the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 also varies between sizes, with fully fitted prices ranging from £98.86 to £354.80*.

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 tyres which come in the most popular size for the model, 225/40 R18, are currently priced at £106.48*.

*Please note: prices recorded in this article for both the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 & Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 are based the prices recorded at the time of writing (12/07/2023) and are likely to fluctuate in the future.