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BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA

Max Performance Summer

Replaces the BFGoodrich g Force Sport Comp 2

The BFGoodrich's g-Force Phenom T/A is an ultra high performance summer tire with strong wet braking results. Internal tests show better wet braking distances than rivals including the Yokohama ADVAN Apex V601, Falken Azenis FK 510, Firestone Firehawk Indy 500, and Hankook Ventus V12 EV02 in size 245/40ZR18. The tire uses a dual-zone tread pattern splitting wet and dry performance zones, with stiff sidewalls and shallow shoulder blocks designed to improve feedback and cornering stability.

The quick answer

Owners say 82% from 4 owner reviews Read the reviews
Tests say 8th average finish across 1 independent tests Latest: P8 of 10 · 2025 See every test

Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tire - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated June 2026.

  • 4owner reviews
  • 67,000miles driven
  • 1professional tests
BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA 7 photos

Tire Reviews Score

BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA

8.2/10

Better than 71% of summer tires

  • Limited Confidence
  • 1 test
  • 4 owner reviews
Scores of the 406 summer tires we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests1 test · 1 publication · 2025 71% 100%
Owner reviewsFewer than 5 reviews, so they do not count yet – 0%
Combined 71% 8.2

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Category by category

How it compares with other summer tires in each area, and how much each area counts. 50 is the middle of the group.

Category Better than Weight Tests
WetBraking, handling and aquaplaning in the wet 59% 53% 1
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 77% 47% 1

Faded bars rest on one or two tests.

By discipline

The same results grouped by what the tire was doing. They are not counted a second time.

BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 74% 1
HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface 61% 1

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 88% of the test figure. The other 12% is the average for its group, and it shrinks as more tests arrive.

High needs at least 3 tests, with its own results deciding 90% or more. Medium needs 2 tests and 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as tests arrive.

The tests behind it

  1. 2025 2025 Tire Rack UUHP Summer Tire Test Tire Rack · 275/35 R19 P8 / 10
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2025 Tire Rack UUHP Summer Tire Test P8 of 10

A lively, responsive tire with good noise control and composed street manners, the Phenom T/A feels quick but struggles to deliver matching grip, especially as heat builds on track. It’s enjoyable to drive but lacks the standout performance needed to compete with the segment’s best, making it a solid yet unremarkable option in a competitive field.

Weak: Subj. Road Score, Wet Braking Winner: Kumho Ecsta Sport S PS72

YearTestResultAward
20252025 Tire Rack UUHP Summer Tire TestTire Rack · 275/35 R19P8 / 10
Articles About This Tire
First Look: The New BFGoodrich g-Force Phenom T/A New tire Apr 2025 First Look: The New BFGoodrich g-Force Phenom T/A BFGoodrich is re-entering the ultra-high performance (UHP) summer tire space in 2025 with the launch of the g-Force Phenom T/A — and they're targeting... BFGoodrich Launches New Ultra High Performance Summer Tyre: g-Force Phenom T/A New tire Feb 2025 BFGoodrich Launches New Ultra High Performance Summer Tire: g-Force Phenom T/A BFGoodrich has launched its latest ultra high performance summer tire, the g-Force Phenom T/A. The new model enters a competitive segment with strong...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA in the wet?
Across the 1 wet-braking test it has featured in, the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA stops 6.2% longer than premium rivals, 1.7% longer than mid-range rivals and 5% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 59/100, and owners rate it 7.8/10 in the wet from 4 reviews.
How good is the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA in the dry?
Across the 1 dry-braking test it has featured in, the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA stops 5.5% longer than premium rivals, 0.7% shorter than mid-range rivals and 4.4% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 77/100, and owners rate it 8.8/10 in the dry from 4 reviews.
What does the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA replace?
The BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA is the successor to the BFGoodrich g Force Sport Comp 2 in BFGoodrich's range.
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How noisy are these tires compared to Bridgestone Turanza T005a?
February 17, 2025
No one has tested the Phenom yet, however it probably safe to assume that the Phenom being a performance bias tire will have less focus on noise and comfort than a tire like the T005 which is a premium touring product.

BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA Owner Reviews

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What owners say

Across 4 owner ratings the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA averages 82%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 8.8 out of 10 and Comfort lowest at 7.5. 2 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles.

Owner ratings averaged from 4 ratings

  • Owner score 82%
  • Dry Grip 88%
  • Road Feedback 83%
  • Handling 83%
  • Wear 83%
  • Wet Grip 78%
  • Comfort 75%

All 3 BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA reviews

Score spread across 3 written reviews
81%
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Initial Impressions
These BF Goodrich Phenom were in fact so much underrated that it suppose to be. I'm on the second set on these awesome rubbers!

Dry grip is above my expectation with the correct setup of suspension and camber + toe setting, an ease of corner abilities by holding the car in each corner after corner. Sidewall is tough enough to support the weight transfer of the car during absolutely spirit driving.

Wet performance is above average, they tend to grip well and doesn't prone to any aqua planning hazard, at least from my personal usage during heavy rain with puddles of liquid on road.

Comparing against previous tire, Yokohama Apex, Pilot Sport 5 and MC7, these tire easily gain better performance than the rest any time, giving its price to performance.

Only cons is that, road noise significantly loud after 50% tread life, well, its an UHP anyway.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 9
Helpful 45
89%
Member
Surprisingly comfortable for a sport tire. handling undoubtedly good both on dry and wet surface. there is noise but still on tolerable level and much better than my previous sport tire (Direzza DZ102). Definitely will buy again
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 237
84%
Member
Swapped to these tires after the original PS4 from the car tore a huge whole from cracking. Knew about these tires about the same time so decided to go with them as they were also a cheaper option in Malaysia.

Comparing these Phenoms with the PS4, I personally feel that they are very similar to the PS4 in terms of grip. The phenoms seem to be grippier than the PS4 in dry while loses slightly in the wet. They are also as noisy as the PS4 but thats not important.

treadwear is 380 and lasted me about 50,000km with some fun in the wet. Overall very satisfied with these tires priced at about RM500 per piece. Best bang for buck in my book as of now.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 10
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