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 Nexen N Priz RH7 — 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%)
80/100
52 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen N Priz RH7 — better wet, comfort and handling. Pick the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife if snow and treadwear 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)
N Priz RH7 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | N Priz RH7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 73 |
| SimpleTire owners | 85 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
N Priz RH7 leads by 38
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | N Priz RH7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | 72 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 30 | 59 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Assurance MaxLife leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | N Priz RH7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 73 | 49 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 10 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
N Priz RH7 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | N Priz RH7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 69 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | N Priz RH7 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Assurance MaxLife leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | N Priz RH7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 62 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 72 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
N Priz RH7 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | N Priz RH7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 48 | 63 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Assurance MaxLife | Nexen N Priz RH7 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 66 | 77 |
| Dry | 79 | 88 |
| Wet | 42 | 80 |
| Snow | 74 | 64 |
| Comfort | 71 | 86 |
| Noise | – | 89 |
| Treadwear | 85 | 77 |
| Handling | 48 | 63 |
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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 Nexen N Priz RH7 is widely regarded as a budget-friendly tire that offers impressive ride comfort, low road noise, and reliable dry and wet traction for daily commuting. While many users praise its value and performance, there is a notable divide regarding tread longevity, with some reporting premature wear and structural issues under heavier loads.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Strong traction in dry and wet conditions
- Predictable handling for daily driving
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life, with some reports of premature wear
- Soft sidewalls may not be suitable for heavy towing or high-load applications
- Occasional reports of structural failures, such as sidewall bulges or blowouts
- Mixed performance in winter conditions
Observations
- Users with heavier vehicles, such as Suburbans, noted that the soft sidewalls can feel unstable when towing or under heavy load.
- Owners of smaller, lighter vehicles (e.g., Mini, S10 pickup) frequently report high satisfaction with ride comfort and handling.
- Longevity reports are highly polarized, ranging from users achieving over 75,000 km to others needing replacement in under 25,000 miles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife | B · Nexen N Priz RH7 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Summer tire | All Season Premium 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
77
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Nexen N Priz RH7 — better wet, comfort and handling. Pick the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife if snow and treadwear matter most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Nexen N Priz RH7 scores 80 vs 42 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Nexen N Priz RH7 scores 86 vs 71 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Nexen N Priz RH7 scores 63 vs 48 on handling.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Goodyear Assurance MaxLife scores 74 vs 64 on snow.
Tire A · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife
Tire B · Nexen N Priz RH7
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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.