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 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 wet, handling and treadwear. Pick the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife if comfort and snow matter most to you.
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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)
HTR A/S P02 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | HTR A/S P02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 85 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
HTR A/S P02 leads by 33
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | HTR A/S P02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 30 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Assurance MaxLife leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | HTR A/S P02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 73 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Assurance MaxLife leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | HTR A/S P02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 50 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
HTR A/S P02 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | HTR A/S P02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
HTR A/S P02 leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | Assurance MaxLife | HTR A/S P02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 48 | 75 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Assurance MaxLife | Sumitomo HTR A/S P02 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 66 | 75 |
| Dry | 79 | 80 |
| Wet | 42 | 75 |
| Snow | 74 | 70 |
| Comfort | 71 | 50 |
| Treadwear | 85 | 90 |
| Handling | 48 | 75 |
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Headline score
66
/ 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 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 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 · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife | B · Sumitomo HTR A/S P02 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Summer tire | — |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| 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
75
/ 100
Sumitomo
Winner: Sumitomo HTR A/S P02 — better wet, handling and treadwear. Pick the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife if comfort and snow matter most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Sumitomo HTR A/S P02 scores 75 vs 42 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Sumitomo HTR A/S P02 scores 75 vs 48 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Assurance MaxLife scores 71 vs 50 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Sumitomo HTR A/S P02 scores 90 vs 85 on treadwear.
Tire A · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife
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.