58
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
59/100
2 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop Signature HP vs Goodyear Assurance All-Season — 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
84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
48 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Assurance All-Season — better wet, dry and comfort. 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)
Assurance All-Season leads by 32
Why this score
| Source | Signature HP | Assurance All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 89 | 93 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Assurance All-Season leads by 57
Why this score
| Source | Signature HP | Assurance All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 71 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 30 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | 88 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Signature HP | Assurance All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 59 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 30 |
| SimpleTire owners | 83 | 75 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Assurance All-Season leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Signature HP | Assurance All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 74 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | 91 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Signature HP | Assurance All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | 89 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Assurance All-Season leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Signature HP | Assurance All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 69 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 20 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | 87 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Signature HP | Assurance All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 65 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop Signature HP | Goodyear Assurance All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 58 | 84 |
| Dry | 60 | 92 |
| Wet | 30 | 87 |
| Snow | – | 73 |
| Comfort | 70 | 90 |
| Noise | – | 89 |
| Treadwear | 75 | 84 |
| Handling | 65 | 65 |
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Headline score
58
/ 100
Tire A
84
/ 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 Signature HP receives mixed feedback, with users divided between its impressive longevity and concerns regarding ride quality and material durability. While some owners appreciate the tire's handling and wear characteristics, others report issues with sidewall integrity and increased road noise.
Pros
- Excellent tread life and durability
- Responsive and predictable handling
- Quiet operation under normal driving conditions
Cons
- Stiffer, less comfortable ride quality
- Potential for premature sidewall cracking
- Increased road noise compared to premium alternatives
Observations
- Users noted that the harder rubber compound contributes to long-term wear but sacrifices ride comfort.
- Proper maintenance, including alignment and pressure, is frequently cited as essential to mitigating handling deficiencies.
The Goodyear Assurance All Season is widely regarded as a budget-friendly, comfortable, and quiet tire suitable for daily commuting in moderate climates. While many users report excellent longevity and value, a notable segment of the user base experiences significant premature tread wear and subpar performance in heavy snow or icy conditions.
Pros
- High level of ride comfort and low road noise
- Excellent value for the price point
- Reliable dry and wet weather traction for non-aggressive drivers
- Strong tread life for many users, with some reporting over 60,000 miles
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life, with reports of premature wear well before the warranty limit
- Poor performance in winter conditions, specifically on ice and deep snow
- Occasional reports of vibration and balance issues immediately after installation
- Reduced traction during heavy rain compared to premium alternatives
Observations
- Users on mid-size SUVs like the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V generally report high satisfaction regarding ride quality and noise levels.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles or those in mountainous, snowy regions report that the tire struggles to maintain grip, suggesting it is better suited for flat, temperate environments.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop Signature HP | B · Goodyear Assurance All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | — |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| Sizes available | 1 | 51 |
| Rim diameters | 17″ | 14″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 9/32″ |
| UTQG | 500 A A | 600 A B |
| Treadwear warranty | 45,000 mi | 65,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
58
/ 100
Dunlop
84
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Assurance All-Season — better wet, dry and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Assurance All-Season scores 87 vs 30 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Assurance All-Season scores 92 vs 60 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Assurance All-Season scores 90 vs 70 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Assurance All-Season scores 84 vs 75 on treadwear.
Tire A · Dunlop Signature HP
Tire B · Goodyear Assurance All-Season
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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.