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 Goodyear Fortera SL Edition — 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
81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
75/100
1 owner review
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady — better treadwear, snow and wet. Pick the Goodyear Fortera SL Edition if dry and handling matter most to you.
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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)
Fortera SL Edition leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Fortera SL Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 66 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 100 |
| SimpleTire owners | 84 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Fortera SL Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 86 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Fortera SL Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 85 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Fortera SL Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 100 |
| SimpleTire owners | 82 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Fortera SL Edition |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 82 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Fortera SL Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Fortera SL Edition leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Fortera SL Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 100 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady | Goodyear Fortera SL Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 88 | 81 |
| Dry | 78 | 91 |
| Wet | 88 | 78 |
| Snow | 77 | 65 |
| Comfort | 95 | 89 |
| Noise | 92 | – |
| Treadwear | 91 | 72 |
| Handling | 95 | 100 |
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Headline score
88
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 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 Goodyear Fortera SL Edition is highly regarded for its refined road manners and aesthetic appeal, particularly among truck owners seeking a balance of comfort and performance. Users report a smooth, quiet highway experience and reliable handling characteristics, making it a strong choice for daily driving and light towing applications.
Pros
- Excellent ride comfort and smoothness at highway speeds
- Low noise levels for a quiet cabin experience
- Strong cornering grip and predictable steering response
- Stable performance under towing loads
Cons
- Limited feedback on long-term tread life in the provided data
- Performance profile is heavily skewed toward dry-weather usage
Observations
- Users with large-diameter setups, such as 22-inch wheels on full-size trucks, report high satisfaction with the tire's ability to maintain ride quality.
- The tire demonstrates structural stability when properly inflated for towing heavy travel trailers.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady | B · Goodyear Fortera SL Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | — |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| 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
81
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady — better treadwear, snow and wet. Pick the Goodyear Fortera SL Edition if dry and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 91 vs 72 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Fortera SL Edition scores 91 vs 78 on dry.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 77 vs 65 on snow.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 88 vs 78 on wet.
Tire A · Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady
Tire B · Goodyear Fortera SL Edition
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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.