Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 vs Uniroyal RainSport 5
Expect the Goodyear to lead on dry braking and all-round balance, with class-leading wear and low rolling resistance translating into standout value. The Uniroyal counters with consistently strong aquaplaning resistance and often shorter wet braking, suiting heavy-rain conditions. The question is whether the RainSport's wet edge offsets its compromises in wear, efficiency, and dry precision for your use case.
Test Results
Independent comparison tire tests are the best source of data to get tire information from, and the good news is there have been eight tests which compare both tires directly!
| Tire | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 | eight |
While it might look like the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is better than the Uniroyal RainSport 5 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tires are very complicated objects which means where one tire is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tires compare across multiple tire test categories.
Key Strengths
- Class-leading wear and low abrasion (e.g., +97% mileage vs RainSport 5 in ADAC 2023)
- Consistently shorter dry braking and better dry handling feel
- Low rolling resistance and lower fuel consumption
- Strong overall value despite higher upfront price
- Excellent straight and curved aquaplaning resistance
- Often strong wet braking performance
- Stable wet handling in shallow to moderate water
- Lower purchase price
Dry Braking
Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during seven dry braking tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 stopped the vehicle in 3.5% less distance than the Uniroyal RainSport 5.
Best In Dry Braking: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one dry handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 1.56% faster around a lap than the Uniroyal RainSport 5.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 0.95% faster around a lap than the Uniroyal RainSport 5.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one subj. dry handling tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scored 22.22% more points than the Uniroyal RainSport 5.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Uniroyal RainSport 5 was better during four wet braking tests. On average the Uniroyal RainSport 5 stopped the vehicle in 0.72% less distance than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Wet Braking: Uniroyal RainSport 5
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 stopped the vehicle in 0.83% less distance than the Uniroyal RainSport 5.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one wet handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 0.5% faster around a wet lap than the Uniroyal RainSport 5.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Uniroyal RainSport 5 was better during two wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Uniroyal RainSport 5 was 1.37% faster around a wet lap than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Uniroyal RainSport 5
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one subj. wet handling tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scored 18.48% more points than the Uniroyal RainSport 5.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Uniroyal RainSport 5 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Uniroyal RainSport 5 had 6.62% higher lateral wet grip than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Wet Circle: Uniroyal RainSport 5
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from four tire tests, the Uniroyal RainSport 5 was better during four straight aqua tests. On average the Uniroyal RainSport 5 floated at a 8.53% higher speed than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Straight Aqua: Uniroyal RainSport 5
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Uniroyal RainSport 5 was better during two curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Uniroyal RainSport 5 slipped out at a 11.11% higher speed than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Uniroyal RainSport 5
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one subj. comfort tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scored 4.26% more points than the Uniroyal RainSport 5.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Noise
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two noise tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 measured 0.28% quieter than the Uniroyal RainSport 5.
Best In Noise: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Noise
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one noise tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 measured 0.32% quieter than the Uniroyal RainSport 5.
Best In Noise: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Tire Weight
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two tire weight tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 weighed 3.64% less than the Uniroyal RainSport 5.
Best In Tire Weight: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wear
Looking at data from four tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during four wear tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is predicted to cover 44.05% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Uniroyal RainSport 5.
Best In Wear: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Value
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during three value tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 proved to have a 27.56% better value based on price/1000km than the Uniroyal RainSport 5.
Best In Value: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Price
Looking at data from four tire tests, the Uniroyal RainSport 5 was better during four price tests. On average the Uniroyal RainSport 5 cost 14.33% less than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Price: Uniroyal RainSport 5
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during three rolling resistance tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 had a 14.88% lower rolling resistance than the Uniroyal RainSport 5.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 used 3.39% less fuel than the Uniroyal RainSport 5.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 emitted 34.23% less particle wear matter than the Uniroyal RainSport 5.
Best In Abrasion: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Real World Driver Reviews
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 Driver Reviews
Across 101 reviews, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is most often praised as a premium touring tire with outstanding longevity, strong day-to-day grip (dry and frequently wet), and a noticeably quiet, comfortable ride with good fuel economy. Many drivers report very high mileages with slow, even wear and stable motorway manners, making it especially popular for high-mileage commuting and taxi/fleet use. A smaller but recurring set of complaints centers on a soft sidewall feel (vague/"spongy" steering, tramlining or less confidence when pushed) and, for some users, increased or unusually high road noise as the tire ages; a minority also note weaker wet braking/traction than expected.
Based on 112 reviews with an average rating of 85%
Uniroyal RainSport 5 Driver Reviews
Most drivers find the Uniroyal RainSport 5 excels in the wet, repeatedly praising its grip and aquaplaning resistance, with many noting a quiet, comfortable ride and good value. Dry performance is generally adequate for everyday use, though not a true sporty tire. A notable minority, especially on performance or RWD cars, report soft sidewalls leading to vague steering and high-speed stability concerns, and some mention faster-than-expected wear. Overall sentiment is positive, with the RainSport 5 best suited to commuters and wet climates rather than spirited driving.
Based on 86 reviews with an average rating of 73%
Conclusion
The Uniroyal RainSport 5 earns its name in deep water: it repeatedly tops straight and curved aquaplaning tests and can deliver shorter wet braking in several programs. However, its higher wear, weaker dry stability and braking, and poorer efficiency limit its appeal as an everyday all-rounder. For most drivers, Goodyear is the safer long-term bet; choose the Uniroyal if your priority is maximum aquaplaning safety in regions with frequent, heavy rainfall and you accept faster wear.
Key Differences
- Dry performance: Goodyear regularly stops 3-4% shorter and handles more cleanly; Uniroyal shows vague/understeery dry behavior.
- Aquaplaning: Uniroyal clearly ahead (typically +6-17% in straight aquaplaning speeds).
- Wet braking: Mixed-Uniroyal often shorter, but Goodyear competitive and occasionally ahead depending on surface.
- Wear/longevity: Goodyear's mileage is dramatically higher (often +50% to +100%).
- Efficiency: Goodyear has lower rolling resistance and fuel use; Uniroyal ranks higher consumption.
- Value proposition: Despite higher price, Goodyear's cost per 1,000 km is significantly better; Uniroyal is cheaper to buy but costlier to run.
Overall Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
Based on the tire test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tire has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tire buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tire industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tires in the same test.
Why is this important? Tire testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tire test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tire tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tire Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tire comparison, Tire Reviews doesn't.