76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
68/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
80/100
19 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack vs Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max — Compared (September 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
82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
82/100
16 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max — better snow, treadwear and dry. Pick the Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack if comfort and handling matter most to you.
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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)
Assurance Fuel Max leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Assurance Fuel Max |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 64 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | 76 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | 95 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Assurance Fuel Max |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 84 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 73 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 65 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | 90 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Assurance Fuel Max leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Assurance Fuel Max |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 39 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 71 | 56 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 52 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 83 | 85 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Turanza QuietTrack leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Assurance Fuel Max |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 69 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 65 |
| SimpleTire owners | 99 | 91 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Assurance Fuel Max |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | 88 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Assurance Fuel Max leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Assurance Fuel Max |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 72 | 71 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 32 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | 91 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Turanza QuietTrack leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Assurance Fuel Max |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack | Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 82 |
| Dry | 74 | 88 |
| Wet | 84 | 84 |
| Snow | 52 | 74 |
| Comfort | 90 | 82 |
| Noise | 87 | 87 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 85 |
| Handling | 74 | 70 |
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76
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Turanza QUIETTRACK is highly regarded for its exceptional ride comfort and cabin noise reduction, making it a popular choice for daily commuters seeking a premium touring experience. However, user consensus is sharply divided regarding tread longevity and winter performance, with significant reports of premature wear and poor traction in snowy conditions.
Pros
- Industry-leading noise reduction and quiet operation
- Smooth and comfortable ride quality
- Reliable dry and wet road handling
- Strong value proposition when purchased during promotional events
Cons
- Significant underperformance in snow and winter conditions
- Inconsistent tread life, with multiple reports failing to meet the 80,000-mile warranty
- Increased road noise as the tread wears down
- Varying noise levels depending on road surface composition
Observations
- Users with low-profile tires on vehicles like the Kia Niro reported significant improvements in ride quality over OEM tires.
- Owners of older sedans, such as the 2014 Hyundai Elantra, noted that these tires effectively complemented aftermarket soundproofing efforts.
The Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max is widely regarded as a reliable, long-lasting tire that excels in fuel efficiency and tread longevity. While some users note average performance in terms of grip and noise, the consensus points to it being a highly practical choice for high-mileage commuters and large vehicle owners seeking value over time.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life with many users reporting over 50,000 miles
- Measurable improvements in fuel economy
- Consistent and reliable performance for daily on-road driving
- Good value proposition due to long-term durability
Cons
- Average grip and handling characteristics
- Noise levels can be slightly higher than premium touring alternatives
- Higher initial purchase price compared to some competitors
Observations
- Large SUV and truck owners, such as those driving a Yukon XL, report excellent longevity and suitability for heavy-duty on-road use.
- Users note that the fuel-saving benefits are noticeable even when only installed on the front axle of smaller sedans like the Toyota Corolla.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack | B · Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | All Season Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 29 | 7 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 19″ | 15″ – 18″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 9 - 10/32″ |
| UTQG | 800 A A | 580 - 620 A A - B |
| Treadwear warranty | 80,000 mi | 65,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | 50 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
76
/ 100
Bridgestone
82
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max — better snow, treadwear and dry. Pick the Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack if comfort and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max scores 74 vs 52 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max scores 85 vs 70 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max scores 88 vs 74 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack scores 90 vs 82 on comfort.
Tire A · Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack
Tire B · Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max
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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.