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 Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT — 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
85
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
80/100
Owner ratings
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT — better wet, handling and snow. 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)
Ultra Grip Ice WRT leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 85 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Ultra Grip Ice WRT leads by 46
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 30 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Ultra Grip Ice WRT leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 73 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ultra Grip Ice WRT leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ultra Grip Ice WRT leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Ultra Grip Ice WRT leads by 34
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 48 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Assurance MaxLife | Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 66 | 85 |
| Dry | 79 | 83 |
| Wet | 42 | 88 |
| Snow | 74 | 87 |
| Comfort | 71 | 81 |
| Noise | – | 78 |
| Treadwear | 85 | 87 |
| Handling | 48 | 82 |
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Headline score
66
/ 100
Tire A
85
/ 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.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife | B · Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Summer tire | — |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| Sizes available | 46 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 20″ | — |
| Tread depth | 11 - 13/32″ | 13/32″ |
| UTQG | 820 A B | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 85,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Vertical Serrated Band | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | 50 - 80 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
66
/ 100
Goodyear
85
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT — better wet, handling and snow. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT scores 88 vs 42 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT scores 82 vs 48 on handling.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT scores 87 vs 74 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT scores 81 vs 71 on comfort.
Tire A · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife
Tire B · Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT
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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.