Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric SUV Review — Premium Performance SUV Tyre for NZ
Overall Rating: 9.2 / 10
Category: Ultra High Performance SUV
Price in NZ: From $827 per tyre
Best for: Porsche Cayenne, BMW X5/X6, Range Rover Sport — premium performance SUVs
Quick Verdict
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric SUV is the premium SUV variant of the Eagle F1 Asymmetric family — bringing the ActiveBraking compound technology to large, high-powered premium SUV fitments. At $827, it targets the owner of a Porsche Cayenne, BMW X5 M50i, or Range Rover Sport SVR who wants the Eagle F1 performance character — class-leading wet braking, precise dry handling — in the sizes these vehicles require. OEM on selected Porsche and BMW configurations, the Eagle F1 Asymmetric SUV delivers factory-calibrated performance at a premium price.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Category | Ultra High Performance SUV |
| EU Label — Wet Grip | A (highest) |
| EU Label — Fuel Efficiency | D |
| Speed Ratings | W (270), Y (300 km/h) |
| Available Rim Sizes | 19″, 20″, 21″, 22″ |
| NZ Price Range | $827 – $1,400+ (varies by size) |
| OEM | Porsche Cayenne (selected), BMW X5 M (selected) |
| Key Technology | Goodyear ActiveBraking compound |
Performance Profile
Wet safety — The Eagle F1 Advantage: The ActiveBraking compound increases contact patch stiffness under braking loads — delivering shorter wet stopping distances than competing premium SUV tyres. For Porsche Cayenne and BMW X5 M owners who also brake hard from high speeds on NZ wet motorways — this active braking technology provides measurable safety margins.
Dry performance: SUV-adapted Eagle F1 dry handling — sharper turn-in and higher lateral grip than standard highway terrain SUV alternatives. Porsche and BMW M SUV owners will notice the difference from factory tyres on these vehicles.
NZ Road Conditions Assessment
Auckland: Excellent for premium performance SUV owners. Porsche Cayenne and BMW X5 M owners who spend time on Auckland motorways will find the Eagle F1 Asymmetric SUV’s wet braking advantage meaningful in Auckland’s constant rain.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- ActiveBraking compound — class-leading wet braking technology
- EU Label A wet grip in large premium SUV sizes
- Eagle F1 performance heritage in SUV fitment
Cons
- Very high price ($827+)
- EU Label D fuel efficiency
- Summer compound only
Sources
- Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric SUV — goodyear.com — accessed 2026-06-01
- Tyroola NZ pricing — tyroola.co.nz/tyre/goodyear/ — accessed 2026-06-01
Related Pages
- Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 — passenger version
- Michelin Latitude Sport 3 — key competitor
- Best SUV Tyres NZ — full buying guide
- Goodyear Tyres NZ — brand overview