66
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
57/100
4 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Goodyear Assurance MaxLife vs Hankook Ventus ST — 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
86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
87/100
46 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Ventus ST — better wet, handling 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)
Ventus ST leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Ventus ST |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 84 |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 89 |
| SimpleTire owners | 85 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Ventus ST leads by 49
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Ventus ST |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 95 |
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 30 | 83 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Ventus ST leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Ventus ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 73 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ventus ST leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Ventus ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Ventus ST |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 51 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ventus ST leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Ventus ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 91 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Ventus ST leads by 36
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Ventus ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 48 | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Assurance MaxLife | Hankook Ventus ST |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 66 | 86 |
| Dry | 79 | 86 |
| Wet | 42 | 91 |
| Snow | 74 | 76 |
| Comfort | 71 | 86 |
| Noise | – | 67 |
| Treadwear | 85 | 89 |
| Handling | 48 | 84 |
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Headline score
66
/ 100
Tire A
86
/ 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 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.
The Hankook Ventus ST is widely regarded as a high-value, durable tire that frequently outperforms more expensive premium brands in both longevity and road noise. While the vast majority of users report excellent dry and wet traction on heavy SUVs and performance trucks, a small minority of users experienced issues with wet-weather handling and road noise as the tread wears down.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability compared to premium competitors
- Low road noise levels and high ride comfort
- Strong dry and wet traction for heavy, high-torque vehicles
- High value-for-money proposition
- Consistent performance across a wide range of SUV and truck applications
Cons
- Increased road noise as the tire reaches the end of its tread life
- Potential for reduced wet-weather feedback or 'skating' in heavy standing water
- Inconsistent availability across different retail markets
- Some reports of hard ride quality if tire pressure is not properly managed
Observations
- Users with high-torque, heavy SUVs (e.g., Jeep Grand Cherokee, Range Rover) consistently report superior longevity compared to Pirelli or Continental alternatives.
- Owners of high-performance trucks (e.g., F-150, Dodge Charger) note improved stability and reduced rear-end spin compared to factory-fitted tires.
- Drivers running 22-inch low-profile configurations report surprisingly good comfort levels despite the reduced sidewall.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife | B · Hankook Ventus ST |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Summer tire | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 46 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 20″ | — |
| Tread depth | 11 - 13/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 820 A B | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 85,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Vertical Serrated Band | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
66
/ 100
Goodyear
86
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Hankook Ventus ST — better wet, handling and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Ventus ST scores 91 vs 42 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Hankook Ventus ST scores 84 vs 48 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Hankook Ventus ST scores 86 vs 71 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Hankook Ventus ST scores 86 vs 79 on dry.
Tire A · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife
Tire B · Hankook Ventus ST
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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.