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 Kumho Solus TA71 — 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
77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
37 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Kumho Solus TA71 — better wet, comfort and dry. Pick the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife if handling matters 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)
Solus TA71 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 65 |
| SimpleTire owners | 85 | 89 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Solus TA71 leads by 41
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | 78 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 30 | 35 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | 86 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Solus TA71 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 73 | 54 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | 78 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Solus TA71 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | 71 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 40 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | 89 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | 83 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Solus TA71 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 60 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | 87 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Assurance MaxLife leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 48 | 35 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Assurance MaxLife | Kumho Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 66 | 77 |
| Dry | 79 | 87 |
| Wet | 42 | 83 |
| Snow | 74 | 77 |
| Comfort | 71 | 86 |
| Noise | – | 83 |
| Treadwear | 85 | 86 |
| Handling | 48 | 35 |
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Headline score
66
/ 100
Tire A
77
/ 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 Kumho Solus TA71 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly all-season tire that offers a comfortable and quiet ride for daily commuting. While most users praise its longevity and price-to-performance ratio, a minority of owners report issues with handling stability and wet-weather traction, particularly on heavier vehicles.
Pros
- Exceptional value for the price point
- Low road noise and high ride comfort
- Strong tread life longevity
- Reliable performance in dry and light rain conditions
Cons
- Occasional reports of vague steering or 'wandering' feel
- Mushy cornering stability during aggressive maneuvers
- Inconsistent wet-weather traction for some users
- Potential sidewall flex issues on heavier vehicles
Observations
- Users with sedans like the Honda Accord and Acura RL report high satisfaction with noise levels and ride quality compared to OEM tires.
- Owners of larger vehicles, such as vans, have reported concerns regarding sidewall stiffness and traction during emergency maneuvers.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife | B · Kumho Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Summer tire | Premium Touring All Season tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 46 | 5 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 20″ | 17″ – 19″ |
| Tread depth | 11 - 13/32″ | 11.5/32″ |
| UTQG | 820 A B | 600 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 85,000 mi | 60,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Vertical Serrated Band | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
66
/ 100
Goodyear
77
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: Kumho Solus TA71 — better wet, comfort and dry. Pick the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Kumho Solus TA71 scores 83 vs 42 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Kumho Solus TA71 scores 86 vs 71 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Assurance MaxLife scores 48 vs 35 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Kumho Solus TA71 scores 87 vs 79 on dry.
Tire A · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife
Tire B · Kumho Solus TA71
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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.