87
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
88/100
18 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Firestone Firehawk AS vs Yokohama AVID Ascend — 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
89
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
23 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama AVID Ascend — better handling, wet and snow. Pick the Firestone Firehawk AS if comfort 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)
AVID Ascend leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
AVID Ascend leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 80 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
AVID Ascend leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 45 | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Firehawk AS leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 70 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Firehawk AS leads by 2
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Firehawk AS leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 95 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
AVID Ascend leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Firehawk AS | Yokohama AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 87 | 89 |
| Dry | 94 | 95 |
| Wet | 87 | 93 |
| Snow | 79 | 85 |
| Comfort | 94 | 89 |
| Noise | 90 | 88 |
| Treadwear | 92 | 90 |
| Handling | 70 | 80 |
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Headline score
87
/ 100
Tire A
89
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Firestone FireHawk AS is generally regarded as a high-value, sporty all-season tire that offers impressive dry grip and handling characteristics. While many users praise its longevity and aesthetic appeal, there is a notable divide regarding its wet-weather performance, with some users reporting significant concerns regarding hydroplaning.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability
- Strong dry traction and cornering stability
- Attractive aesthetic design
- High value-to-price ratio
- Responsive steering feedback and sidewall stiffness
Cons
- Significant concerns regarding hydroplaning in heavy rain
- Potential for tread cracking after extended high-mileage use
- Availability issues at local retail outlets
Observations
- Owners of RWD performance vehicles like the Ford Mustang and Infiniti G35 report high satisfaction with cornering and handling.
- The tire demonstrates robust durability on high-torque FWD vehicles, effectively resisting belt shifting compared to other brands.
- Drivers of heavy, body-on-frame sedans appreciate the increased sidewall stiffness for improved steering feedback.
The Yokohama Avid Ascend is widely regarded as a high-value, all-season tire that excels in wet weather performance and ride comfort. While most users report significant improvements in traction and noise levels compared to factory-installed tires, a small subset of owners has raised concerns regarding premature tread wear and occasional manufacturing defects.
Pros
- Exceptional wet weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- High value-to-performance ratio compared to premium competitors
- Smooth and quiet ride quality
- Reliable handling in light snow and slushy conditions
Cons
- Reports of premature or uneven tread wear in some instances
- Occasional noise issues on dry pavement
- Isolated reports of tires going out of round after moderate mileage
Observations
- Subaru Forester owners frequently cite these as a superior upgrade for both comfort and all-weather capability.
- Users of AWD vehicles, including the Audi A4 and Toyota Sienna, report high satisfaction with the tire's handling in mixed precipitation.
- Hybrid vehicle owners noted that the tire maintains fuel efficiency comparable to factory specifications.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone Firehawk AS | B · Yokohama AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season High Performance tires | Premium Touring All Season tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 4 | 1 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 18″ | 17″ |
| Tread depth | 11/32″ | 12/32″ |
| UTQG | 480 A A | 740 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi | 75,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
87
/ 100
Firestone
89
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama AVID Ascend — better handling, wet and snow. Pick the Firestone Firehawk AS if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 80 vs 70 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 93 vs 87 on wet.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 85 vs 79 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Firestone Firehawk AS scores 94 vs 89 on comfort.
Tire A · Firestone Firehawk AS
Tire B · Yokohama AVID Ascend
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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.