Imperial Ecodriver 5 vs Imperial Ecosport 2: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Imperial Ecodriver 5 and Imperial Ecosport 2 appear in 7 tests, though they have not yet met head-to-head in the same test. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Imperial Ecodriver 5 performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
How the Imperial Ecosport 2 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 81/100, based on 6 tests.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Imperial Ecodriver 5 and Imperial Ecosport 2 are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prefer the Imperial Ecodriver 5's brand, sizing or price
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise noise / comfort
Test profile
| Metric | Imperial Ecodriver 5 | Imperial Ecosport 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 1 | 6 |
| Best rank | #22 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 27.7 | 19.4 |
| Latest test | 2021 | 2025 |
| Tire Lab Score | — | 80.6 |
Tire Lab Score
Imperial Ecodriver 5
Imperial Ecosport 2
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Imperial Ecodriver 5 | Imperial Ecosport 2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 33.0 | Avg rank 21.3 1 | Imperial Ecosport 2 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 23.0 | Avg rank 22.1 1 | Imperial Ecosport 2 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | No data | Avg rank 6.0 | Imperial Ecosport 2 |
| 🔋Efficiency | No data | Avg rank 2.0 1 | Imperial Ecosport 2 |
💧 Wet: Imperial Ecodriver 5 vs Imperial Ecosport 2
The Imperial Ecosport 2 wins this category with an average rank of 21.3, compared to 33.0 for the Imperial Ecodriver 5.
☀️ Dry: Imperial Ecodriver 5 vs Imperial Ecosport 2
The Imperial Ecosport 2 wins this category with an average rank of 22.1, compared to 23.0 for the Imperial Ecodriver 5.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Imperial Ecodriver 5 vs Imperial Ecosport 2
The Imperial Ecosport 2 wins this category with an average rank of 6.0, compared to no data for the Imperial Ecodriver 5.
🔋 Efficiency: Imperial Ecodriver 5 vs Imperial Ecosport 2
The Imperial Ecosport 2 wins this category with an average rank of 2.0, compared to no data for the Imperial Ecodriver 5.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Imperial Ecodriver 5 or Imperial Ecosport 2?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Imperial Ecosport 2 ranks higher on average than the Imperial Ecodriver 5.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Imperial Ecosport 2 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Imperial Ecodriver 5 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Imperial Ecosport 2 ranks better than the Imperial Ecodriver 5.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Imperial Ecodriver 5 appears in 1 independent tests, Imperial Ecosport 2 in 6.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
