81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
84/100
38 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Nexen N Priz AH8 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 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 3
Why this score
| Source | N Priz AH8 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 74 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
AVID Ascend leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | N Priz AH8 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 64 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 43 | 80 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
AVID Ascend leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | N Priz AH8 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 43 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | N Priz AH8 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 62 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 70 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
AVID Ascend leads by 5
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
AVID Ascend leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | N Priz AH8 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 64 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 95 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
AVID Ascend leads by 33
Why this score
| Source | N Priz AH8 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 47 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nexen N Priz AH8 | Yokohama AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 89 |
| Dry | 92 | 95 |
| Wet | 85 | 93 |
| Snow | 81 | 85 |
| Comfort | 89 | 89 |
| Noise | 83 | 88 |
| Treadwear | 82 | 90 |
| Handling | 47 | 80 |
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Headline score
81
/ 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 AH8 is generally regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly all-season tire that excels in ride comfort and quietness for daily commuting. While many users report satisfactory performance in wet and light snow conditions, there is a notable divide regarding tread longevity, with some users achieving high mileage while others report premature wear well below the advertised tread-life warranty.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio compared to premium brands
- Quiet and smooth ride quality
- Reliable traction in dry and wet conditions for standard driving
- Competent performance in light to moderate snow
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life, with several reports of premature wear
- Lack of grip during spirited or aggressive driving maneuvers
- Potential for increased road noise as the tire ages
- Traction issues reported on high-torque vehicles, particularly EVs
Observations
- Users with EVs and high-torque vehicles noted that the tires struggle to maintain traction during acceleration.
- Owners of compact SUVs (Kia Soul, Hyundai Kona) report mixed experiences, with some praising the value while others cite premature wear under city driving conditions.
- Drivers of larger, heavier sedans (Cadillac Deville, Mercedes-Benz) frequently report high satisfaction regarding ride comfort and handling.
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 AH8 | B · Yokohama AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Summer tire | 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?
81
/ 100
Nexen
89
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama AVID Ascend — better handling, wet and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 80 vs 47 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 93 vs 85 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 90 vs 82 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 88 vs 83 on noise.
Tire A · Nexen N Priz AH8
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.