65
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
57/100
4 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Goodyear Assurance MaxLife vs Nitto NT05 — 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.
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65
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
68/100
8 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Goodyear Assurance MaxLife and Nitto NT05 are within 2 points overall. Goodyear Assurance MaxLife is stronger on comfort and treadwear. Nitto NT05 is stronger on handling, wet and dry.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
NT05 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 84 |
| SimpleTire owners | 85 | 97 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
NT05 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 30 | 63 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | 69 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 73 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | 57 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Assurance MaxLife leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 43 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | 92 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Assurance MaxLife leads by 26
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 59 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | 81 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
NT05 leads by 36
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 48 | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Assurance MaxLife | Nitto NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 65 | 65 |
| Dry | 79 | 84 |
| Wet | 42 | 63 |
| Snow | 74 | – |
| Comfort | 71 | 43 |
| Treadwear | 85 | 59 |
| Handling | 48 | 84 |
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Headline score
65
/ 100
Tire A
65
/ 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 Nitto NT05 is widely regarded as a specialized extreme performance tire that excels in track-day environments and spirited driving scenarios. While users appreciate its predictable handling and progressive feedback, it is frequently criticized for rapid tread wear and significant road noise, making it a polarizing choice for daily commuting.
Pros
- Predictable and balanced handling during track use
- Informative feedback near the limit of adhesion
- Strong cornering confidence and stability
- Aesthetically pleasing sidewall and tread design
Cons
- High levels of road noise during daily driving
- Rapid tread wear, particularly under high-torque applications
- Inconsistent dry grip performance for high-horsepower vehicles
- Not recommended for daily use due to comfort and longevity trade-offs
Observations
- High-horsepower vehicles (e.g., 360rwkw turbo applications) report that the tire struggles to manage power delivery effectively.
- Users with AWD platforms, such as the Audi A4, report satisfactory performance in wet conditions when driven conservatively.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife | B · Nitto NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Summer tire | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 46 | 23 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 20″ | 15″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 11 - 13/32″ | 7.2/32″ |
| UTQG | 820 A B | 200 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 85,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Vertical Serrated Band | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
65
/ 100
Goodyear
65
/ 100
Nitto
Too close to call: Goodyear Assurance MaxLife and Nitto NT05 are within 2 points overall. Goodyear Assurance MaxLife is stronger on comfort and treadwear. Nitto NT05 is stronger on handling, wet and dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Nitto NT05 scores 84 vs 48 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Assurance MaxLife scores 71 vs 43 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Assurance MaxLife scores 85 vs 59 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Nitto NT05 scores 63 vs 42 on wet.
Tire A · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife
Tire B · Nitto NT05
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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.