Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 vs GT Radial ClimateActive
- TR Score
- 9.4/10
- Owners say
- 82% · 81
- TR Score
- 9.1/10
- Owners say
- 87% · 4
In the 4 independent tests that ran both tires, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 finished ahead 4 times and the ClimateActive not once. The Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 lasted 14.1% longer in the wear tests; the ClimateActive stopped 2.5% shorter in the dry.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 if you face real winter conditions or prioritize wet/winter safety and longer tread life; choose the GT Radial ClimateActive if you drive mostly in mild climates and want strong dry braking and better upfront value/efficiency, accepting weaker winter performance and (in some tests) faster wear.
Where the Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 is stronger
- Consistently shorter wet braking across all shared tests (wins 4/4; e.g., 34.2 m vs 35.4 m in ADAC; 55.2 m vs 56.6 m in AutoBild 225/50 R17)
- Stronger winter performance, especially traction and snow/ice stopping (e.g., ADAC snow traction 2547 N vs 2388 N; ADAC ice braking 20.3 m vs 20.9 m)
- Better longevity and wear indicators in the shared data (e.g., ADAC 43,200 km vs 35,300 km; lower abrasion 63 vs 75 mg/km/t)
Where the ClimateActive is stronger
- Best-in-pair dry braking in every shared comparison (wins 4/4; e.g., 42.4 m vs 44.4 m in ADAC; 40.1 m vs 41.2 m in AutoBild SUV)
- Often competitive on efficiency/value metrics (e.g., ADAC fuel consumption 5.6 vs 5.7 l/100 km; AutoBild value metric 12.00 vs 12.79)
- Capable straight-line aquaplaning resistance in multiple tests (e.g., ADAC 87.3 km/h vs 86.5 km/h; AutoBild SUV 74.6 km/h vs 73.0 km/h)
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.
Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 vs ClimateActive at a glance
| Category | Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 | Gap | ClimateActive |
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| Shared tests won4 shared tests | 4 | 0 | |
| Dry6 measurements | 1 | The ClimateActive stopped 2.5% shorter in the dry (4 tests) | 5 |
| Wet15 measurements | 10 | The Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 stopped 2.4% shorter in the wet (4 tests) | 5 |
| Snow10 measurements | 8 | The Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 stopped 2% shorter on snow (3 tests) | 2 |
| Ice1 measurement | 1 | 0 | |
| Comfort4 measurements | 3 | 1 | |
| Value8 measurements | 6 | The Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 lasted 14.1% longer in the wear tests (2 tests) | 2 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.4/10 | The Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 by 0.3 | 9.1/10 |
| Owner rating81 and 4 reviews | 82% | The ClimateActive by 5 points | 87% |
| Pricein the 3 tests that listed prices | +39.8% | The Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was dearer in 3 of 3 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 102 | 66 sizes made in both | 88 |
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 4 tests, 2024 to 2026
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 | Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 | Field | ClimateActive |
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| 2026 ADAC All Season Tire Test - 185/65 R15 | P6 of 16 | P8 of 16 | |
| 2025 Autobild SUV All Season Tire Test | P5 of 11 | P6 of 11 | |
| 2024 AutoBild All Season Tire Test | P4 of 15 | P9 of 15 | |
| 2024 All Season Tire Market Overview | P6 of 37 | P8 of 37 |
Performance profile
15 measurements from the 4 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
ClimateActive
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 96%: 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
Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
ClimateActive
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
Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
ClimateActive
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 82% from 81 reviews and the ClimateActive 87% from 4. 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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| 138 | 2.5% | 135 | 0-4 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 57.9 | 0.1% | 57.9 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 169 | 2.4% | 173 | 4-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 128 | 4.6% | 134 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 47.8 | = | 47.8 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 14.04 | 0.3% | 14.01 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 48.4 | 0.2% | 48.6 | 1-2 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 10.4 | 2.6% | 10.2 | 2-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 63 | 2% | 64 | 2-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 655 | 4.4% | 627 | 3-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 48.9 | 3.8% | 47 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 12.8 | 2.6% | 13.1 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 67 | 2.9% | 69 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 71.5 | 0.4 dB | 71.93 | 2-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 27,514 | 14.1% | 24,296 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 7.63 | 0.7% | 7.68 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 5.31 | 0.8% | 5.26 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 63 | 16% | 75 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 612 | 29.7% | 871 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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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 Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 scores 9.4 and the ClimateActive 9.1 out of 10.
| Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 | Category | ClimateActive | ||
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| 65 | Dry | 72 | ||
| 89 | Wet | 81 | ||
| 68 | Comfort | 46 | ||
| 73 | Value | 30 | ||
| 81 | Snow | 72 | ||
| 87 | Ice | 76 | ||
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
| Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 | Category | ClimateActive | ||
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| 8.3 | Dry Grip | 9.3 | ||
| 8.7 | Wet Grip | 9 | ||
| 7.8 | Road Feedback | 7.3 | ||
| 8 | Handling | 7.8 | ||
| 8.6 | Wear | 9 | ||
| 8.3 | Comfort | 9.8 | ||
| 8.4 | Snow Grip | 7.5 | ||
| 7.5 | Ice Grip | 7 | ||
Owners rate the Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 82% from 81 reviews and the ClimateActive 87% from 4. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- 82%from 81 reviews
- 78%would buy again
- 1,078,534 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners rate the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 highly overall (average 79.9%), with most praising its dependable all-round grip, particularly in the wet, where over half of reviewers comment positively. Dry grip, snow traction and cold-weather performance are also frequently highlighted, and around a third of owners report strong tread life. The main recurring downsides are a noticeably weaker dry braking performance and slightly vague steering feel, raised by around one in five and around one in six owners respectively, while road noise feedback is mixed but leans positive.
- Confident wet grip in heavy rain and greasy conditions
- Strong dry grip for everyday driving
- Long tread life and slow wear rates
- Impressive snow traction for an all-season tire
- Longer dry braking distances / less bite under heavy braking
- Vague or light steering feel and less direct response
- Higher rolling resistance / noticeable fuel economy drop for some drivers
Summarised by AI from 75 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 81 Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 reviewsAlmost perfect tires that even didn't let my down in heavy snow which really amazed me. And driven normally they seem to last forever.
GT Radial ClimateActive
- 87%from 4 reviews
- 25,500 milesdriven by reviewers
Drivers report the GT Radial ClimateActive delivers strong all-season performance, with confident grip in dry and heavy rain and notably good traction in mud and gravel. Comfort and refinement are frequently praised, and multiple users highlight strong value versus premium alternatives like the Michelin CrossClimate 2. Wear so far appears competitive based on early mileage reports, with only a minority noting slightly vague steering/less road feedback.
- Strong wet and dry grip with confident all-year performance
- Good traction on mud/gravel (useful for fields and rougher surfaces)
- Comfortable ride and generally quiet/refined driving
- Good value for money versus premium competitors
- Steering/handling can feel a bit vague or have reduced road feedback
Summarised by AI from 4 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 4 ClimateActive reviewsI fitted this tire on a new Fiat 600 hybrid, straight at car delivery, replacing the OE summer Goodyear's. I therefore have no benchmark compared to the summer OE's.
Fitted in early December, i had the chance to drive them on dry, wet and also some snow due to latest weather conditions.
the tire was superb in all levels of grip. it is also very quiet and comfortable, despite the 18 inch and (relative) low aspect ratio.
Handling is soft and with delayed response, but i attribute this more to the car overall soft suspensions and chassis settings, rather than the tire itself.
A very good tire at a fantastic price point. And apparently the press agrees with me.
Well done GT!
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 102 sizes of the Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 and 88 of the ClimateActive, 66 of them made in both.
| Category | Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 | ClimateActive |
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| Season | All Season | All Season |
| Sizes made | 102 sizes, 14 to 22 inch | 88 sizes, 15 to 22 inch |
| Made in both | 66 sizes 175/65 R15185/55 R15185/65 R15195/60 R15195/65 R15195/45 R16195/55 R16195/60 R16205/55 R16205/60 R16215/55 R16215/60 R16and 54 more | |
| EU label wet grip | B87%C13% | A84%B16% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C47%B29%A21%D4% | C53%B41%D5% |
| EU label noise | 69-73 dB B99%A1% | 69-73 dB B96%A4% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 252 of 252 | 187 of 187 |
| On the market since | - | 2024 |
| Replaced | Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 (2021) | - |
| Replaced by | Goodyear Vector All Season 4 | - |
| Awards | Commended: Best All-Season Tires (DriverReviews, 2024/25) Winner: All-Season Tire of the Year (WhatTire, 2024) Winner: All-Season Tire of the Year (WhatTire, 2021) Winner: Tire of the Year (WhatTire, 2021) | Winner: All-Season Value Performer of the Year (WhatTire, 2026/27) |
| Price in the shared tests | The Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was the dearer tire in 3 of the 3 tests that listed prices, by 39.8% 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.
Goodyear's Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 and GT Radial's ClimateActive sit in a similar “touring all-season” brief, but the shared test data shows they chase that goal from different directions. Across four overlapping comparisons (ADAC 2026 in 185/65 R15 and multiple AutoBild datasets in 225/50 R17 plus an AutoBild SUV test), Goodyear tends to behave like a winter-leaning all-season that protects you when temperatures drop, while the GT Radial reads more like a value-focused, mild-climate all-rounder.
The headline pattern is consistent: GT Radial repeatedly wins dry braking (4/4 shared instances), while Goodyear repeatedly wins wet braking (4/4) and generally leads the winter metrics (snow traction and often snow/ice braking), plus it tends to last longer. That creates a clear buyer split: do you want a safer-feeling tire in wet/cold and better longevity, or do you prioritize short dry stops and purchase value/efficiency?
Conclusion
Looking across the shared tests, the Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 is the more rounded “true all-conditions” option-particularly if your all-season needs to function as a credible winter tire. It consistently beats the ClimateActive in wet braking (e.g., ADAC 34.2 m vs 35.4 m; AutoBild SUV 61.3 m vs 62.2 m; AutoBild 55.2 m vs 56.6 m), and it shows a recurring advantage in winter traction and control (e.g., ADAC snow traction 2547 N vs 2388 N; AutoBild SUV snow handling 102.7 km/h vs 98.5 km/h). It also tends to be the longer-life choice (ADAC predicted wear 43,200 km vs 35,300 km; AutoBild wear 45,360 km vs 42,900 km), which matters for total cost over ownership.
The ClimateActive's strongest, most repeatable counterpunch is dry stopping distance: it wins every shared dry-braking comparison (e.g., ADAC 42.4 m vs Goodyear 44.4 m; AutoBild SUV 40.1 m vs 41.2 m). It also frequently looks attractive on “value” and sometimes efficiency/aquaplaning metrics (e.g., ADAC straight aquaplaning 87.3 km/h vs 86.5 km/h and slightly lower fuel use 5.6 vs 5.7 l/100 km). The practical takeaway: Goodyear is the safer bet if you regularly see real winter weather and want stronger wet/winter confidence with better longevity, while GT Radial is best suited to milder climates and budget-minded buyers who prioritize dry braking and upfront value-accepting the trade-offs in winter capability and (in some tests) tread life.
Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 vs ClimateActive: your questions
Is the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 or the GT Radial ClimateActive the better tire?
In the 4 independent tests that ran both tires, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 finished ahead 4 times and the ClimateActive not once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 scores 9.4 and the ClimateActive 9.1 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 or the ClimateActive?
The Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 led 10 of the 15 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 2.4% shorter in the wet across 4 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The ClimateActive led 5 of the 6 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 2.5% shorter in the dry across 4 tests.
Which is better in snow?
The Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 led 8 of the 10 snow measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 2% shorter on snow across 3 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 lasted 14.1% longer in the wear tests (2 tests). Owners rate wear 8.6/10 for the Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 and 9/10 for the ClimateActive.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 8.3/10 for the Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 and 9.8/10 for the ClimateActive.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 82% from 81 reviews and the ClimateActive 87% from 4.
Which is more expensive?
In the 3 tests that listed prices, the Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 was the dearer tire in 3 of them, by 39.8% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 is made in 102 sizes (14 to 22 inch) and the ClimateActive in 88 (15 to 22 inch). 66 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 is graded B for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the ClimateActive 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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