70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
67/100
26 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop Grandtrek ST30 vs Goodyear Assurance MaxLife — 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
66
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
57/100
4 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop Grandtrek ST30 — better wet, handling and dry. Pick the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife if treadwear and snow 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)
Grandtrek ST30 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek ST30 | Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 78 | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 72 | 85 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Grandtrek ST30 leads by 29
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek ST30 | Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 77 | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 30 |
| SimpleTire owners | 72 | 80 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Assurance MaxLife leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek ST30 | Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 73 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 60 | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek ST30 | Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 70 | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 65 |
| SimpleTire owners | 72 | 95 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek ST30 | Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 68 | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Assurance MaxLife leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek ST30 | Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 76 | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 83 |
| SimpleTire owners | 60 | 90 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Grandtrek ST30 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek ST30 | Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 48 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop Grandtrek ST30 | Goodyear Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 70 | 66 |
| Dry | 82 | 79 |
| Wet | 71 | 42 |
| Snow | 61 | 74 |
| Comfort | 71 | 71 |
| Noise | 68 | – |
| Treadwear | 68 | 85 |
| Handling | 68 | 48 |
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Headline score
70
/ 100
Tire A
66
/ 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 Dunlop Grandtrek ST30 receives highly polarized feedback, often serving as polarizing original equipment on popular SUVs like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. While some users praise its dry-road stability, longevity, and value, a significant portion of owners report dissatisfaction regarding wet-weather confidence, excessive road noise, and inconsistent tread wear.
Pros
- Strong dry-pavement grip and straight-line stability
- Competitive price point and value for money
- High mileage potential for some drivers
- Capable performance on light unpaved or rural roads
Cons
- Poor wet-weather performance and susceptibility to aquaplaning
- High levels of road noise on various surfaces
- Inconsistent tread life, with reports of rapid wear
- Lack of confidence in winter conditions, including snow and ice
Observations
- Users of AWD vehicles like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 report highly variable experiences, ranging from excellent longevity to premature wear and poor wet-traction handling.
- The tire is frequently criticized for its lack of winter capability, with many owners noting it is unsuitable for anything beyond light, dry conditions.
The Goodyear Assurance MaxLife is widely regarded as a high-longevity tire that excels in daily commuting and highway driving, though it sacrifices performance in wet conditions. While users appreciate the exceptional tread life and quiet ride, the consensus indicates significant concerns regarding traction in rain and standing water.
Pros
- Exceptional tread longevity and durability
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Reliable performance for standard daily commuting
Cons
- Poor traction and handling in wet conditions
- Noticeable reduction in fuel efficiency compared to OEM alternatives
- Lack of sidewall protection for rim safety
Observations
- Tesla Model 3 owners reported significant safety concerns regarding wet-weather handling and a lack of rim protection.
- High-mileage drivers, such as rideshare operators, report high satisfaction with noise levels and tread endurance over long distances.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop Grandtrek ST30 | B · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | Premium Touring Summer tire |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 2 | 46 |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 18″ | 15″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 11 - 13/32″ |
| UTQG | 360 A A | 820 A B |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 85,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Vertical Serrated Band |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | 50 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
70
/ 100
Dunlop
66
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Dunlop Grandtrek ST30 — better wet, handling and dry. Pick the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife if treadwear and snow matter most to you.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop Grandtrek ST30 scores 71 vs 42 on wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop Grandtrek ST30 scores 68 vs 48 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Assurance MaxLife scores 85 vs 68 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Goodyear Assurance MaxLife scores 74 vs 61 on snow.
Tire A · Dunlop Grandtrek ST30
Tire B · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife
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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.