88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
96/100
145 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady vs Michelin Latitude Tour HP — 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
69
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
64/100
32 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady — better handling, treadwear and wet. 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)
Latitude Tour HP leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Latitude Tour HP |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 66 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 79 |
| SimpleTire owners | 84 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Latitude Tour HP |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 66 |
| SimpleTire owners | 86 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Latitude Tour HP |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 64 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 59 |
| SimpleTire owners | 85 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Latitude Tour HP |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 76 |
| SimpleTire owners | 82 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Latitude Tour HP |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 82 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Latitude Tour HP |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 71 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 69 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Latitude Tour HP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 67 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady | Michelin Latitude Tour HP |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 88 | 69 |
| Dry | 78 | 79 |
| Wet | 88 | 67 |
| Snow | 77 | 59 |
| Comfort | 95 | 76 |
| Noise | 92 | – |
| Treadwear | 91 | 69 |
| Handling | 95 | 67 |
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Headline score
88
/ 100
Tire A
69
/ 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 WeatherReady is widely regarded as a highly capable all-weather tire that excels in adverse conditions, particularly snow and heavy rain. Most users report a significant improvement in confidence and traction over OEM tires, though this performance comes with a slight trade-off in fuel efficiency and occasional reports of increased road noise.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and handling in wet, slushy, and snowy conditions.
- High level of driver confidence and vehicle stability.
- Smooth and quiet ride quality on dry pavement.
- Strong performance as a versatile, year-round solution for varied climates.
Cons
- Noticeable reduction in fuel economy (typically 1-2 MPG).
- Reports of increased road noise or a 'hum' at certain speeds.
- Some users report faster-than-expected tread wear.
- Higher price point compared to standard all-season alternatives.
Observations
- Drivers of hybrid vehicles, such as the Honda Accord Hybrid, noted a more pronounced awareness of road noise, likely due to the quiet nature of the electric powertrain.
- Users with AWD SUVs and crossovers consistently praised the tire's ability to handle deep snow and heavy rain, often citing it as a major upgrade over stock tires.
The Michelin Latitude Tour HP presents a polarized user experience, often praised for its exceptional ride comfort, low noise levels, and longevity on specific premium vehicles. However, a significant portion of users report inconsistent tread life, premature sidewall cracking, and disappointing wet-weather performance, leading to a mixed consensus regarding its value proposition.
Pros
- Excellent ride comfort and low road noise
- Strong dry-weather handling and steering response
- High durability and longevity for specific vehicle applications
- Stable and predictable performance on highway driving
Cons
- Premature sidewall cracking and deterioration
- Inconsistent tread life across different vehicle models
- Poor traction and predictability in wet or snowy conditions
- High price point relative to performance longevity
Observations
- Users of the Land Rover Freelander reported significant mechanical issues and vibrations when replacing older Michelin Synchrone tires with the Latitude Tour HP, likely due to diameter differences.
- Owners of premium SUVs like the Porsche Macan generally report high satisfaction with comfort and longevity, whereas owners of mid-market SUVs like the Ford Escape and Honda CR-V frequently report rapid tread wear.
- Some users noted that the tire's performance is highly sensitive to vehicle suspension health, suggesting that perceived handling issues may be exacerbated by worn shock absorbers.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady | B · Michelin Latitude Tour HP |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | All Season Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 34 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 20″ | — |
| Tread depth | 10 - 11/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 700 A A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 60,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
88
/ 100
Goodyear
69
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady — better handling, treadwear and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 95 vs 67 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 91 vs 69 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 88 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 95 vs 76 on comfort.
Tire A · Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady
Tire B · Michelin Latitude Tour HP
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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.