77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
84/100
45 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Nexen N Priz AH5 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, snow and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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 5
Why this score
| Source | N Priz AH5 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
AVID Ascend leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | N Priz AH5 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 80 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
AVID Ascend leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | N Priz AH5 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
AVID Ascend leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | N Priz AH5 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 70 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
N Priz AH5 leads by 1
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
AVID Ascend leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | N Priz AH5 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 95 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
AVID Ascend leads by 50
Why this score
| Source | N Priz AH5 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 30 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nexen N Priz AH5 | Yokohama AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 89 |
| Dry | 90 | 95 |
| Wet | 83 | 93 |
| Snow | 73 | 85 |
| Comfort | 88 | 89 |
| Noise | 89 | 88 |
| Treadwear | 78 | 90 |
| Handling | 30 | 80 |
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Headline score
77
/ 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 Nexen N Priz AH5 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly tire that excels in ride comfort and noise reduction. While most users are satisfied with its dry and wet weather performance, there is a notable divide regarding tread longevity, with some users reporting rapid wear and durability issues.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Quiet and smooth ride quality
- Reliable traction in dry and wet conditions
- Good aesthetic appeal for classic vehicles
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life and premature wear
- Soft sidewalls may not be suitable for heavy towing or loads
- Reports of structural issues like sidewall bulges and blowouts
- Mixed long-term durability feedback
Observations
- Users with heavier vehicles, such as SUVs and trucks, noted that the soft sidewalls can feel unstable under load or while towing.
- Owners of older, lighter vehicles and classic cars frequently praised the tire for its comfort and aesthetic, particularly regarding white-wall maintenance.
- High-mileage drivers reported that the tires may reach the wear bars significantly faster than the advertised tread life expectancy.
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 · Nexen N Priz AH5 | B · Yokohama AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Touring tires | Premium Touring All Season tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | — | 12/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 740 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 75,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Nexen
89
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama AVID Ascend — better handling, snow and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 80 vs 30 on handling.
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You drive through snowy winters
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 85 vs 73 on snow.
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You want the longest tread life
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 90 vs 78 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 93 vs 83 on wet.
Tire A · Nexen N Priz AH5
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.