61
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
52/100
3 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
BFGoodrich Advantage T/A vs Sumitomo HTR A/S P02 — 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
Tire B
Sumitomo
Sumitomo HTR A/S P02
75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
67/100
2 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Sumitomo HTR A/S P02 — better snow, handling and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | HTR A/S P02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
HTR A/S P02 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | HTR A/S P02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 75 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
HTR A/S P02 leads by 50
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | HTR A/S P02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 20 | 70 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | HTR A/S P02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 50 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
HTR A/S P02 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | HTR A/S P02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 90 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
HTR A/S P02 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | HTR A/S P02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 57 | 75 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich Advantage T/A | Sumitomo HTR A/S P02 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 61 | 75 |
| Dry | 80 | 80 |
| Wet | 67 | 75 |
| Snow | 20 | 70 |
| Comfort | 50 | 50 |
| Treadwear | 75 | 90 |
| Handling | 57 | 75 |
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Headline score
61
/ 100
Tire A
75
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The BFGoodrich Advantage T/A receives a polarized reception, with the user highlighting significant concerns regarding the consistency and predictability of the tire compound. While it may offer improved grip levels compared to certain entry-level alternatives, the lack of reliability across varying temperature ranges makes it a difficult recommendation for performance-oriented driving.
Pros
- Improved grip levels compared to baseline tires like the XM2
- Adequate stiffness in cold weather conditions
Cons
- Highly unpredictable compound performance
- Poor heat resistance leading to a 'mushy' feel in hot weather
- Lack of confidence-inspiring grip in cold and wet conditions
Observations
- The XL (Extra Load) variant does not mitigate the fundamental issues with the tire's compound construction.
The Sumitomo H/TR AS P02 is generally regarded as a durable, high-value all-season tire that offers reliable longevity and competent performance in varied weather conditions. While users appreciate its impressive tread life and snow capability, some note a lack of steering responsiveness and a firmer ride quality compared to premium alternatives.
Pros
- Exceptional tread longevity exceeding 40,000 miles
- Reliable traction in light snow conditions
- Strong value proposition for the price point
- Solid upgrade over worn-out winter or budget tires
Cons
- Noticeable delay in steering turn-in response
- Compound loses grip and responsiveness as the tire ages
- Ride comfort is perceived as somewhat harsh or stiff
Observations
- Users report consistent high-mileage performance, with tread depth remaining viable well past the 40,000-mile mark.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich Advantage T/A | B · Sumitomo HTR A/S P02 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | High Performance All Season tire | — |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| Tread depth | 10 - 12/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 560 - 680 A A - B | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
61
/ 100
BFGoodrich
75
/ 100
Sumitomo
Winner: Sumitomo HTR A/S P02 — better snow, handling and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Sumitomo HTR A/S P02 scores 70 vs 20 on snow.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Sumitomo HTR A/S P02 scores 75 vs 57 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Sumitomo HTR A/S P02 scores 90 vs 75 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Sumitomo HTR A/S P02 scores 75 vs 67 on wet.
Tire A · BFGoodrich Advantage T/A
Tire B · Sumitomo HTR A/S P02
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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.