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 May 2026
Goodyear Assurance MaxLife vs Yokohama GEOLANDAR H/T S — 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
86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
88/100
30 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama GEOLANDAR H/T S — 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)
GEOLANDAR H/T S leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | GEOLANDAR H/T S |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | 85 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
GEOLANDAR H/T S leads by 50
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | GEOLANDAR H/T S |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 30 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
GEOLANDAR H/T S leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | GEOLANDAR H/T S |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 73 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
GEOLANDAR H/T S leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | GEOLANDAR H/T S |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 55 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | GEOLANDAR H/T S |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Assurance MaxLife leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | GEOLANDAR H/T S |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
GEOLANDAR H/T S leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | GEOLANDAR H/T S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 48 | 75 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Assurance MaxLife | Yokohama GEOLANDAR H/T S |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 66 | 86 |
| Dry | 79 | 96 |
| Wet | 42 | 92 |
| Snow | 74 | 75 |
| Comfort | 71 | 91 |
| Noise | – | 92 |
| Treadwear | 85 | 83 |
| Handling | 48 | 75 |
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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 Yokohama GEOLANDAR H/T S is generally regarded as a reliable, smooth-riding highway tire that excels in comfort and noise reduction for SUVs and light trucks. While many users praise its longevity and dry-road handling, experiences regarding tread life and winter traction are polarized, with some users reporting premature wear and subpar performance in snow.
Pros
- Excellent ride comfort and low road noise levels
- Strong dry pavement traction and handling
- High value proposition with competitive pricing
- Consistent performance for daily commuting and light towing
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life, with some reports of premature wear
- Mediocre performance in snow and icy conditions for some users
- Occasional reports of excessive road noise or 'growling' sounds
- Mixed feedback on wet weather grip
Observations
- Heavy-duty truck owners report mixed results, with some praising snow-plowing capabilities while others note rapid tread wear under heavy towing loads.
- SUV owners, particularly those with Jeep and Toyota models, frequently highlight a significant improvement in ride quality and noise levels compared to previous tires.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife | B · Yokohama GEOLANDAR H/T S |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Summer tire | All Season Touring 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
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama GEOLANDAR H/T S — better wet, handling and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama GEOLANDAR H/T S scores 92 vs 42 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama GEOLANDAR H/T S scores 75 vs 48 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama GEOLANDAR H/T S scores 91 vs 71 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama GEOLANDAR H/T S scores 96 vs 79 on dry.
Tire A · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife
Tire B · Yokohama GEOLANDAR H/T S
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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.