Bridgestone Turanza 6 vs Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
The pattern that emerges is a classic trade-off. The Goodyear repeatedly leans into measurable efficiency and ownership value-very strong projected mileage, low abrasion, and typically competitive pricing-while also posting excellent wet braking in the ADAC datasets. The Bridgestone counters with standout aquaplaning resistance (especially straight-line) and often strong wet “grip metrics” (wet handling/circle) in the AutoBild/AMS-style testing, though several ADAC reports flag steering precision and heat sensitivity that can cap its overall safety rating.
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 five tests which compare both tires directly!
| Tire | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgestone Turanza 6 | four | |
| Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 | one |
While it might look like the Bridgestone Turanza 6 is better than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 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
- Aquaplaning resistance, especially straight-line: wins all shared straight-aquaplaning results (e.g., +4.8% in ADAC 2024; +4.7% in AMS 2025)
- Strong wet grip metrics in several tests (AutoBild 2024 wet braking 43.6 m vs 45.6 m; wet circle 6.29 m/s vs 5.92 m/s)
- Competitive efficiency: edges fuel consumption in ADAC 2024 (5.7 vs 5.8 l/100 km) and rolling resistance win in AMS 2025 (6.8 vs 6.9 kg/t)
- Generally balanced touring behavior when not judged at the extreme limit; often scores near the top overall (e.g., 3/21 AutoBild 2024, 10/55 market overview)
- Exceptional wear/longevity and low abrasion in ADAC and AutoBild: +31-44% projected mileage advantages in key shared tests
- Very strong ADAC wet braking performance (e.g., 31.3 m vs 33.8 m in ADAC 2026; 33.3 m vs 34.6 m in ADAC 2024)
- Lower external noise across shared results (wins all listed noise comparisons; e.g., 72.3 dB vs 74.1 dB in AutoBild 2024)
- Typically stronger value proposition due to lower price and higher mileage (e.g., AutoBild value metric 8.29 vs 11.77; ADAC value 2.43 vs 3.53)
Dry Braking
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during four dry braking tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 stopped the vehicle in 0.49% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Dry Braking: 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 one dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 0.09% faster around a lap than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during three wet braking tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 stopped the vehicle in 0.7% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wet Braking: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 stopped the vehicle in 4.62% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during one wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was 0.33% faster around a wet lap than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 had 1.22% higher lateral wet grip than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Wet Circle: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from four tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during four straight aqua tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 floated at a 3.79% higher speed than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Straight Aqua: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from four tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 slipped out at a 0.29% higher speed than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Noise
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during three noise tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 measured 1.38% quieter than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Noise: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wear
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during three wear tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is predicted to cover 19.76% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wear: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Value
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one value tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 proved to have a 29.57% better value based on price/1000km than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Value: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Price
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two price tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 cost 5.57% less than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Price: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one rolling resistance tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 had a 1.76% lower rolling resistance than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 used 0.88% less fuel than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Abrasion
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two abrasion tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 emitted 18.06% less particle wear matter than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Abrasion: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Real World Driver Reviews
Bridgestone Turanza 6 Driver Reviews
Most drivers rate the Bridgestone Turanza 6 highly for its excellent wet grip and braking, very low noise levels, comfortable ride, and improved fuel economy, often noting strong aquaplaning resistance and confidence in heavy rain. Dry grip is generally good for a touring tire, but the softer sidewalls can make steering feel less precise, with some reports of floatiness, understeer, and reduced feedback at higher speeds. A minority mention faster or uneven wear and occasional noise increase over time, but these are not dominant trends. Overall, the Turanza 6 suits drivers prioritizing comfort, quietness, and wet-weather security over sporty handling feel.
Based on 48 reviews with an average rating of 79%
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%
Conclusion
Choose the Bridgestone Turanza 6 if your priority is confidence in heavy rain and standing water-especially straight-line aquaplaning stability-where it is repeatedly better (e.g., ADAC 2024: 78.5 km/h vs 74.9; ADAC 2026: 77.2 vs 75.7; AMS 2025: 78.2 vs 74.7; AutoBild 2024: 84.5 vs 81.0). That said, multiple ADAC write-ups highlight a practical caveat: the Turanza 6 can feel less precise (imprecise steering/limit behavior), which matters if you value crisp lane-change stability or frequently drive briskly on warm days.
Practical takeaway: Goodyear is the more economical, quieter long-distance all-rounder with strong ADAC wet braking; Bridgestone is the rain-and-aquaplaning specialist that can be excellent in some tests but is more sensitive in steering feel and limit dynamics depending on the evaluation protocol.
Key Differences
- Longevity is the biggest separator: Goodyear repeatedly projects far higher mileage (ADAC 2024: 68,800 vs 47,900 km; AutoBild 2024: 45,250 vs 34,400 km), making it the clear cost-per-km winner.
- Wet braking advantage depends on test family, but ADAC consistently favors Goodyear (ADAC 2026: 31.3 m vs 33.8 m; ADAC 2024: 33.3 m vs 34.6 m), while AutoBild/market-overview figures favor Bridgestone on wet braking.
- Aquaplaning behavior splits: Bridgestone is consistently better in straight aquaplaning (wins 4/4), while curved aquaplaning is mixed (Goodyear wins AutoBild 2024; Bridgestone wins ADAC 2024 and AMS 2025).
- Noise/refinement favors Goodyear in every reported noise metric (e.g., AutoBild 2024: 72.3 dB vs 74.1 dB), aligning with its touring comfort positioning.
- Limit handling/steering feel in ADAC narratives: Bridgestone is criticized for imprecise steering and heat sensitivity, while Goodyear is more often criticized for only moderate dry feedback-both are touring-focused, but ADAC's concerns appear more consequential for the Bridgestone's safety rating.
- Running efficiency is close: fuel consumption/rolling resistance are mostly marginal differences (some wins each), but Goodyear pairs “good efficiency” with much better abrasion figures (e.g., ADAC 2024: 51.9 vs 73 mg/km/t), reinforcing its sustainability/low-wear profile.
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.