Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 vs Maxxis Premitra HP5
- TR Score
- 9.0/10
- Owners say
- 85% · 129
- TR Score
- 8.1/10
- Owners say
- 72% · 42
In the 13 independent tests that ran both tires, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 finished ahead 8 times and the Premitra HP5 5 times. The EfficientGrip Performance 2 lasted 76.8% longer in the wear tests; the Premitra HP5 resisted straight aquaplaning at a 4.2% higher speed.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 for high-mileage commuting, low fuel use, and quiet comfort in mixed conditions. Choose Maxxis Premitra HP5 if you want a lower upfront price with sportier feel, stronger aquaplaning safety, and frequent short braking in dry/wet, accepting higher wear and fuel use.
Where the EfficientGrip Performance 2 is stronger
- Exceptional wear life and best-in-test value across multiple tests
- Very low rolling resistance and strong fuel economy
- Lowest external noise and high ride comfort
Where the Premitra HP5 is stronger
- Strong aquaplaning resistance (straight and curved) and confident wet stability
- Frequent wins in dry and wet braking, sporty steering feel
- Lower purchase price across sizes
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
EfficientGrip Performance 2 vs Premitra HP5 at a glance
| Category | EfficientGrip Performance 2 | Gap | Premitra HP5 |
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| Shared tests won13 shared tests | 8 | 5 | |
| Dry18 measurements | 7 | The Premitra HP5 stopped 1.2% shorter in the dry (10 tests) | 10 |
| Wet30 measurements | 9 | The Premitra HP5 resisted straight aquaplaning at a 4.2% higher speed (7 tests) | 21 |
| Comfort11 measurements | 11 | The EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 0.9 dB quieter (6 tests) | 0 |
| Value11 measurements | 11 | The EfficientGrip Performance 2 lasted 76.8% longer in the wear tests (4 tests) | 0 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.0/10 | The EfficientGrip Performance 2 by 0.9 | 8.1/10 |
| Owner rating129 and 42 reviews | 85% | The EfficientGrip Performance 2 by 13 points | 72% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 81% | The EfficientGrip Performance 2 by 18 points | 63% |
| Pricein the 7 tests that listed prices | +33.2% | The EfficientGrip Performance 2 was dearer in 7 of 7 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 37 | 24 sizes made in both | 53 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tires; a tick marks the tire ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 13 tests, 2020 to 2024
Each row is one published test in which both tires ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | EfficientGrip Performance 2 | Field | Premitra HP5 |
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| 2024 AutoBild Summer Tire Test | P4 of 20 | P19 of 20 | |
| 2024 Summer Tire Market Overview | P13 of 55 | P8 of 55 | |
| 2022 AZ SUV Tire Test | P3 of 10 | P5 of 10 | |
| 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tire Test | P1 of 21 | P15 of 21 | |
| 2022 Summer Tire Market Overview | P16 of 50 | P14 of 50 | |
| 2021 ACE / GTU Summer Tire Test | P9 of 9 | P3 of 9 | |
| 2021 ViBilagare Summer Tire Test | P2 of 8 | P1 of 8 | |
| 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tire Test | P9 of 20 | P11 of 20 | |
| 2021 Sport Auto Summer Tire Test | P4 of 11 | P6 of 11 | |
| 2021 ADAC Summer Tire Test - 205/55 R16 | P4 of 15 | P10 of 15 | |
| 2021 53 Summer Tire Braking Test | P13 of 53 | P9 of 53 | |
| 2020 Auto Express Summer Tire Test | P1 of 10 | P4 of 10 | |
| 2020 Tire Reviews Ultimate Summer Tire Test | P2 of 12 | P8 of 12 |
Performance profile
14 measurements from the 13 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
EfficientGrip Performance 2
Premitra HP5
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 118 ft stop against 112 ft is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 80%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 5 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
EfficientGrip Performance 2
Premitra HP5
Not ahead in any category
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
EfficientGrip Performance 2
Premitra HP5
Not ahead in any category
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the EfficientGrip Performance 2 85% from 129 reviews and the Premitra HP5 72% from 42. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tires posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
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| 76.91 | 0.8% | 76.19 | 0-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tires shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the EfficientGrip Performance 2 scores 9 and the Premitra HP5 8.1 out of 10.
| EfficientGrip Performance 2 | Category | Premitra HP5 | ||
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| 75 | Dry | 72 | ||
| 75 | Wet | 70 | ||
| 86 | Comfort | 40 | ||
| 92 | Value | 41 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| EfficientGrip Performance 2 | Category | Premitra HP5 | ||
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| 9 | Dry Grip | 8.3 | ||
| 8.6 | Wet Grip | 7.5 | ||
| 8 | Road Feedback | 7.3 | ||
| 8.4 | Handling | 7.4 | ||
| 9.1 | Wear | 6.3 | ||
| 8.5 | Comfort | 7.1 | ||
Owners rate the EfficientGrip Performance 2 85% from 129 reviews and the Premitra HP5 72% from 42. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
- 85%from 129 reviews
- 81%would buy again
- 1,831,837 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners largely describe the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 as a quiet, very comfortable touring tire with standout longevity, reflected in the strong average score (81.1%) and the high share of positive reviews (90 of 113). Around four in ten owners specifically praise its tread life, and many also report confident dry and wet grip for everyday road use. The main reservation is that a noticeable minority (around one in five) find the steering feel a bit vague, and a smaller group mention a soft sidewall or occasional stability/feedback issues at speed.
- Low road noise for a touring tire
- Comfortable, supple ride over bumps and poor surfaces
- Excellent tread life and slow wear rate
- Strong dry grip with a safe, dependable feel
- Vague or less direct steering feel
- Soft sidewalls can feel imprecise or allow more movement in corners
- Wet braking can be underwhelming for some drivers
Summarised by AI from 113 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 129 EfficientGrip Performance 2 reviewsThe Goodyear Efficientgrip Performance 2’s were excellent. I like them so much that I’m onto my third pair across two cars. They improved my fuel efficiency significantly, were stubborn to wear away, all while providing reassuring grip whatever the weather. I’d driven over 40k miles on this set and have only just replaced them due to shoulder wear from needing an alignment. No doubt they’d have lasted over 50k miles otherwise! They’re not a budget tire but you soon recoup the added purchase cost through not having to replace as frequently and saving on fuel.
Maxxis Premitra HP5
- 72%from 42 reviews
- 63%would buy again
- 945,555 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners most often praise the Maxxis Premitra HP5 for strong dry grip and reassuring wet grip, with many describing it as confidence-inspiring for everyday driving. Value for money is another standout, with around one in five owners highlighting premium-like performance for the price. Longevity is more divisive: almost as many owners criticise tread life as praise it, and around one in seven report that grip and stability drop away noticeably once the tread wears down. Noise is also mixed, with a similar number finding it quiet as those who complain of loudness on certain road surfaces.
- Strong dry grip
- Reassuring wet grip
- Good value for money
- Secure, enjoyable dry handling
- Tread life can be disappointing for some
- Noticeable loss of performance as the tire wears
- Road noise can be intrusive on some surfaces
Summarised by AI from 41 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 42 Premitra HP5 reviewsNoise levels is good, grip dry or wet more than I need. The big surprise is how comfortable they are for 40 series tires. Too early to judge wear.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 37 sizes of the EfficientGrip Performance 2 and 53 of the Premitra HP5, 24 of them made in both.
| Category | EfficientGrip Performance 2 | Premitra HP5 |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 37 sizes, 15 to 21 inch | 53 sizes, 15 to 18 inch |
| Made in both | 24 sizes 195/65 R15195/50 R16195/55 R16195/60 R16205/45 R16205/55 R16205/60 R16215/45 R16215/55 R16215/60 R16215/65 R16225/50 R16and 12 more | |
| EU label wet grip | A88%B12% | A98%B2% |
| EU label rolling resistance | A53%B34%C13% | C67%D28%B3%A2% |
| EU label noise | 67-71 dB B52%A48% | 69-72 dB B98%A2% |
| Replaced | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance (2021) | Maxxis PRO R1 |
| Awards | Highly Recommended: Best Tires for Large Family Cars (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Commended: Best Tires for Family Cars (DriverReviews, 2024/25) Winner: Summer Tire of the Year (WhatTire, 2022) | - |
| Price in the shared tests | The EfficientGrip Performance 2 was the dearer tire in 7 of the 7 tests that listed prices, by 33.2% on average. Each test priced the tires in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This head-to-head pitches the premium-touring Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 against the sportier, value-driven Maxxis Premitra HP5 across 13 shared tests in popular 16-17-inch sizes. Despite different missions, they overlap heavily in dry and wet safety, economy, comfort, and longevity - revealing clear trade-offs between long-haul efficiency and agile, budget-friendly performance.
Across the dataset, Goodyear consistently delivers class-leading wear life, low rolling resistance, and quiet refinement, often translating to best-in-test value even when its purchase price is higher. Maxxis frequently counters with sharper feel and shorter braking in the dry, plus notably stronger aquaplaning resistance - attributes that appeal to enthusiastic drivers and heavy rain regions.
Conclusion
Goodyear is the more rounded tire for everyday road use: it pairs competitive grip with outstanding tread life (often 50-100% longer), very low rolling resistance, and the lowest noise on test, making it the stronger long-term value despite higher upfront cost. Its main weakness is aquaplaning resistance, where it trails Maxxis, and occasionally slightly longer dry stops.
Maxxis brings a sportier edge at a lower price, with frequent wins in dry and wet braking and a secure aquaplaning buffer that boosts confidence in heavy rain. The trade-off is higher wear, higher fuel use, and more noise on average. If you prioritize sharp responses and rain security on a budget, Maxxis fits well; for high-mileage comfort, economy, and overall balance, Goodyear is the safer bet.
EfficientGrip Performance 2 vs Premitra HP5: your questions
Is the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 or the Maxxis Premitra HP5 the better tire?
In the 13 independent tests that ran both tires, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 finished ahead 8 times and the Premitra HP5 5 times. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the EfficientGrip Performance 2 scores 9 and the Premitra HP5 8.1 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the EfficientGrip Performance 2 or the Premitra HP5?
The Premitra HP5 led 21 of the 30 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it resisted straight aquaplaning at a 4.2% higher speed across 7 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Premitra HP5 led 10 of the 18 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 1.2% shorter in the dry across 10 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The EfficientGrip Performance 2 lasted 76.8% longer in the wear tests (4 tests) and had 18.2% lower rolling resistance (6 tests). Owners rate wear 9.1/10 for the EfficientGrip Performance 2 and 6.3/10 for the Premitra HP5.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 0.9 dB quieter (6 tests). Owners rate comfort 8.5/10 for the EfficientGrip Performance 2 and 7.1/10 for the Premitra HP5.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the EfficientGrip Performance 2 85% from 129 reviews and the Premitra HP5 72% from 42. 81% of EfficientGrip Performance 2 owners would buy it again, against 63% for the Premitra HP5.
Which is more expensive?
In the 7 tests that listed prices, the EfficientGrip Performance 2 was the dearer tire in 7 of them, by 33.2% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The EfficientGrip Performance 2 is made in 37 sizes (15 to 21 inch) and the Premitra HP5 in 53 (15 to 18 inch). 24 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the EfficientGrip Performance 2 is graded A for wet grip and A for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Premitra HP5 A and C.
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Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tires ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
About the TR Score
The Tire Reviews Score rates each tire out of 10 from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold, so two tires can be compared even before a test has run them together.
Who does the testing
Every test published as a Tire Reviews test is run by Jonathan Benson, who has been testing tires independently since 2007.
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