46
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
44/100
19 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Turanza EL440 vs Yokohama AVID ENVigor — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
73/100
6 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama AVID ENVigor — better wet, comfort and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
AVID ENVigor leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | Turanza EL440 | AVID ENVigor |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 79 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 85 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
AVID ENVigor leads by 34
Why this score
| Source | Turanza EL440 | AVID ENVigor |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 69 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 46 | 80 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
AVID ENVigor leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | Turanza EL440 | AVID ENVigor |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 43 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 60 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
AVID ENVigor leads by 29
Why this score
| Source | Turanza EL440 | AVID ENVigor |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 69 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 43 | 68 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
AVID ENVigor leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | Turanza EL440 | AVID ENVigor |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 60 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 40 | 65 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
AVID ENVigor leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Turanza EL440 | AVID ENVigor |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 51 | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza EL440 | Yokohama AVID ENVigor |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 46 | 74 |
| Dry | 56 | 84 |
| Wet | 47 | 81 |
| Snow | 43 | 66 |
| Comfort | 44 | 73 |
| Noise | – | 80 |
| Treadwear | 41 | 69 |
| Handling | 51 | 70 |
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Headline score
46
/ 100
Tire A
74
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Turanza EL440 is widely regarded as a disappointing OEM tire, frequently criticized for premature tread wear and escalating road noise as the tires age. While a small minority of users find the dry handling and steering precision acceptable for daily commuting, the prevailing consensus points to poor value, lackluster wet-weather performance, and a short service life that fails to meet expectations for a premium-priced tire.
Pros
- Acceptable steering precision on dry pavement
- Solid construction durability against road hazards like potholes
- Adequate dry-weather grip for conservative, daily commuting
Cons
- Extremely rapid tread wear, often requiring replacement before 30,000 miles
- Significant increase in road noise and cabin drone as the tread wears down
- Poor wet-weather traction and confidence, leading to understeer
- High replacement cost relative to the tire's performance and longevity
Observations
- Owners of Mazda CX-30 and Toyota Camry models frequently report dissatisfaction with the OEM-supplied EL440s, specifically citing premature wear despite regular rotation.
- Users noted that while the tire may feel quiet and comfortable when brand new, these characteristics degrade rapidly within the first 10,000 to 20,000 miles.
The Yokohama AVID ENVigor is generally regarded as a capable grand touring tire that excels in wet and dry handling, offering drivers a sense of security and responsiveness. While users appreciate its performance characteristics and lateral grip, some report concerns regarding road noise levels and ride stiffness compared to other premium alternatives.
Pros
- Strong wet and dry road grip
- Excellent lateral stability and handling feel
- Reliable performance at highway speeds
- Good value as a grand touring option
Cons
- Higher road noise levels than some competitors
- Ride quality can feel firm or harsh on certain vehicles
- Mixed feedback regarding long-term tread life expectations
Observations
- Drivers of sport-oriented sedans like the Civic Si noted the tire provides excellent handling but can feel stiff during spirited driving.
- Users replacing OEM tires on mid-size sedans like the Mazda6 reported significant improvements in lateral feel and wet weather confidence.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza EL440 | B · Yokohama AVID ENVigor |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | All Season High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
46
/ 100
Bridgestone
74
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama AVID ENVigor — better wet, comfort and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama AVID ENVigor scores 81 vs 47 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama AVID ENVigor scores 73 vs 44 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama AVID ENVigor scores 84 vs 56 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama AVID ENVigor scores 69 vs 41 on treadwear.
Tire A · Bridgestone Turanza EL440
Tire B · Yokohama AVID ENVigor
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.