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2. Toyo Celsius AS2 Upper-middle
Comparison: GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 vs. Toyo Celsius AS2
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Our tyre comparison for today features the GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 and the Toyo Celsius AS2. Both are all-round tyres, suitable for year-round use.
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 rates at 86% in our evaluation. It originates from Goodyear's robust lineage of the Vector 4 Seasons Gen-2 and Vector 4 Seasons. Goodyear, Europe-based tyre manufacturer, maintains an ongoing commitment to quality and safety. This tyre shines in testing, notably securing the first position in Autobild and ADAC tests out of 15 and 16 competitors. Even in AUTOBILD's challenging field of 37 tyres, it clinched a commendable sixth position.
The Gen-3 holds its own in various conditions. ACE lists it as particularly proficient in handling dry conditions, rolling resistance, and longitudinal aquaplaning. Moreover, it's also boasted for its sound performance on wet and snowy roads, even though it has slight weaknesses on dry surfaces.
In terms of durability, though, it's average, and the tyre's dry braking is also reported to be ordinary. Its overall balanced traits, low rolling resistance, and exceptional comfort, however, make it a compelling choice.
On the other side, the Toyo Celsius AS2- an all-round tyre from Japanese Toyo. It stands on the lower side of our metric, with a rating of 54%. Its performance in various tests seem to corroborate our rating. It consistently ended up in lower positions - 12 at AutoBild, 11 at ADAC, and last place at ACE.
This tyre, although capable on dry roads and shows resistance to aquaplaning, shows critical weaknesses on wet and snowy terrain. Drivers might also find its comfort level and rolling resistance wanting, but when considering its strengths, its good dry braking and high mileage should not go unnoticed.
In AUTOBILD's ranking, Toyo Celsius AS2 has been commended for its comfort, exterior noise, and price-value proportion. While it can't match the performance of the GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3, it manages to boast some unique features of its own. The Toyo Celsius AS2 could be a consideration for drivers prioritizing price-value ratio and higher mileage.
To conclude, the GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 seems to outshine the Toyo Celsius AS2 in most test categories overall. It overwhelmingly shines in wet, dry and snowy conditions, proving to be the safer and more reliable choice. Still, the Toyo Celsius AS2 does have its merits and could be a sensible, cost-effective alternative.
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Average position in tests
2. Toyo Celsius AS2 11.33
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 Test winner2. Toyo Celsius AS2 Satisfactory
Worst rating in test
1. GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 Satisfactory2. Toyo Celsius AS2 Conditionally recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet braking
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet handling
Aquaplaning - cross
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
Snow
(Overall rating)Snow handling
Snow braking
Snow traction
Snow cornering
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry handling
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Comfort
Outside noise accoring to EU label
Costs
(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
Mileage
Price/value
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2 | 2+ | 3+ | |||
| Toyo Celsius AS2 Rating: Conditionally recommended | 3 | 3 | 3+ | 4 | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 36.8 | 50.5 | |||||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 | 41.5 | 55.2 | |||||
| Toyo Celsius AS2 | 39.9 | 59.0 | |||||
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| Name | Winter | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | |||
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| Best values in test | 62 | 66 | 52 | 26 | |||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 Rating: Recommended | 56 | 54 | 45 | 22 | |||
| Toyo Celsius AS2 Rating: Conditionally recommended | 39 | 49 | 39 | 22 | |||
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| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 Rating: Exemplary | |||||||
| Toyo Celsius AS2 Rating: Conditionally recommended | |||||||
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| Name | Points total | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | ||||
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| Best values in test | 5.4 | 1.8 | 2.3 | ||||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 Rating: Very good | 2.4 | 1.8 | 2.7 | ||||
| Toyo Celsius AS2 Rating: Satisfactory | 3.8 | 2.3 | 3.8 | ||||
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| GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 37.7 | 45 | |||||
| GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 | 41.8 | 48.3 | |||||
| Toyo Celsius AS2 | 40.9 | 50.6 | |||||
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| GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 Rating: Good | |||||||
| Toyo Celsius AS2 Rating: Satisfactory | |||||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,9 | 44,4 | |||||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 | 43,9 | 46,8 | |||||
| Toyo Celsius AS2 | 43,5 | 53,2 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 1- | 1 | |||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 Rating: Satisfactory | 1- | 2 | 1- | 2+ | |||
| Toyo Celsius AS2 Rating: Satisfactory | 3+ | 2- | 2 | 1 | |||
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