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 Yokohama AVS ES100 — 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
63
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
64/100
1 owner review
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Assurance MaxLife — better treadwear and dry. Pick the Yokohama AVS ES100 if wet and comfort matter most to you.
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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)
Assurance MaxLife leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | AVS ES100 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | 85 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
AVS ES100 leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | AVS ES100 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 30 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | AVS ES100 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 73 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
AVS ES100 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | AVS ES100 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Assurance MaxLife leads by 35
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | AVS ES100 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 50 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
AVS ES100 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | AVS ES100 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 48 | 50 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Assurance MaxLife | Yokohama AVS ES100 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 65 | 63 |
| Dry | 79 | 70 |
| Wet | 42 | 70 |
| Snow | 74 | – |
| Comfort | 71 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 85 | 50 |
| Handling | 48 | 50 |
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Headline score
65
/ 100
Tire A
63
/ 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 Yokohama AVS ES100 is regarded as a responsive and engaging tire that performs well in both wet and dry conditions, particularly for performance-oriented driving. While users appreciate its handling characteristics, the consensus indicates that the tire's tread life is relatively short.
Pros
- High level of steering responsiveness
- Reliable grip in both wet and dry weather conditions
- Well-suited for performance driving and cornering
Cons
- Rapid tread wear
- Limited longevity compared to touring-focused tires
Observations
- Users report positive handling characteristics when fitted to performance-oriented vehicles like the Nissan Skyline.
- The tire is frequently utilized in front-axle applications for drift-focused driving setups.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife | B · Yokohama AVS ES100 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Summer tire | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| 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?
65
/ 100
Goodyear
63
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Goodyear Assurance MaxLife — better treadwear and dry. Pick the Yokohama AVS ES100 if wet and comfort matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Assurance MaxLife scores 85 vs 50 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama AVS ES100 scores 70 vs 42 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Assurance MaxLife scores 79 vs 70 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama AVS ES100 scores 80 vs 71 on comfort.
Tire A · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife
Tire B · Yokohama AVS ES100
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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.