Goodyear Vector 4Seasons - Test Results

Test Statistics

9

Tests Completed

11^th

Average Position

1^st

Best Result

42^nd

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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Goodyear Vector 4Seasons shows a split profile: excellent in early all-season tests with multiple wins/podiums, but weak when judged purely as a winter or summer tire in larger comparative pools. Its strengths cluster around balanced, year-round capability and snow performance close to dedicated winters, while weaknesses appear in pure summer braking and in winter tests against premium dedicated winter tires, especially in larger sizes.

Performance Strengths

All-Season Overall Performance Strong Details
• 1/10 in 2012 Auto Bild All Season Test (test winner)
• 1/9 in 2013 Auto Bild All Season Test (test winner)
• 2/10 in 2011 Auto Bild All Season Test (closely following Vredestein)
• 2/10 in 2014 All Season Tire Test
Snow Performance (relative to dedicated winter tires) Moderate Details
• 2012 test: 'Goodyear just a shade behind the dedicated winter' across snow tests
• 2012 test: snow braking stopped in 17 (near winter tire benchmark)

Performance Weaknesses

Winter Test Competitiveness versus Dedicated Winter Tires Strong Details
• 12/12 in 2011 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test (225/45 R17)
• 28/51 in 2015 Winter Tire Market Overview (mid-to-lower field)
Pure Summer Braking/Grip Moderate Details
• 42/54 in 2013 54 Tire Braking Test (summer wet/dry braking)