85
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
2 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
General Exclaim UHP 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
90
/ 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 dry, wet and comfort. Pick the General Exclaim UHP if treadwear 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 15
Why this score
| Source | Exclaim UHP | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
AVID Ascend leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Exclaim UHP | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Exclaim UHP | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 67 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
AVID Ascend leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Exclaim UHP | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Exclaim UHP | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Exclaim UHP leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Exclaim UHP | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 95 |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Exclaim UHP | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | General Exclaim UHP | Yokohama AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 85 | 90 |
| Dry | 80 | 95 |
| Wet | 80 | 93 |
| Snow | – | 85 |
| Comfort | 80 | 89 |
| Noise | – | 88 |
| Treadwear | 100 | 90 |
| Handling | 80 | 80 |
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Headline score
85
/ 100
Tire A
90
/ 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 General Exclaim UHP is widely regarded as a high-value tire that leans more toward touring comfort than aggressive track performance. While users praise its impressive tread life and wet-weather capabilities, it is noted for having a softer sidewall that may lack the precision required for spirited driving.
Pros
- Excellent tread life and longevity
- Strong wet-weather traction
- High value-to-price ratio
- Comfort-oriented ride quality
Cons
- Soft sidewall leading to undulation during transitions
- Limited performance in snow and winter conditions
- Dry traction falls short of premium UHP standards
Observations
- Lightweight RWD roadsters like the Mazda Miata find the tire capable for daily driving, though winter performance is compromised by the drivetrain layout.
- The tire's design characteristics are better suited for touring-style vehicles rather than dedicated performance-focused applications.
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 · General Exclaim UHP | B · Yokohama AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | Premium Touring All Season tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 12/32″ |
| UTQG | 380 A A | 740 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 75,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
85
/ 100
General
90
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama AVID Ascend — better dry, wet and comfort. Pick the General Exclaim UHP if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 95 vs 80 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 93 vs 80 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
General Exclaim UHP scores 100 vs 90 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 89 vs 80 on comfort.
Tire A · General Exclaim UHP
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.