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Pirelli CINTURA/TO P4 vs Yokohama AVID Ascend — Compared (May 2026)
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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
Why this score
| Source | CINTURA/TO P4 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
Wet
Why this score
| Source | CINTURA/TO P4 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 80 |
Snow
Why this score
| Source | CINTURA/TO P4 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 80 |
Comfort
Why this score
| Source | CINTURA/TO P4 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 70 |
Noise
Treadwear
Why this score
| Source | CINTURA/TO P4 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 95 |
Handling
Why this score
| Source | CINTURA/TO P4 | AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli CINTURA/TO P4 | Yokohama AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 65 | 90 |
| Dry | 80 | 95 |
| Wet | 64 | 93 |
| Snow | – | 85 |
| Comfort | 60 | 89 |
| Noise | – | 88 |
| Treadwear | 68 | 90 |
| Handling | 50 | 80 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Pirelli Cinturato P4 receives a polarized reception, characterized by exceptional longevity but significant shortcomings in handling and wet-weather performance. While some users appreciate the tire's durability and predictable behavior on specific vehicles, many report a lack of steering feedback and poor confidence in wet conditions.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and high mileage capability
- Predictable performance on dry, steady-state roads
- Progressive handling characteristics on specific vehicle chassis
Cons
- Poor wet-weather grip and high risk of understeer
- Lack of steering feedback and road feel
- Excessive road noise
- Inconsistent performance as the tire ages
Observations
- Users driving smaller, lightweight vehicles reported a significant loss of driving enjoyment due to the tire's lack of feedback.
- High-mileage commuters noted that while the tire lasts a long time, it becomes increasingly unreliable on motorway slip roads and in wet conditions.
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.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Pirelli CINTURA/TO P4 | B · Yokohama AVID Ascend |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer 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 |
Which one should you actually buy?
Pirelli
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama AVID Ascend — better handling, wet and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 80 vs 50 on handling.
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 93 vs 64 on wet.
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 89 vs 60 on comfort.
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 90 vs 68 on treadwear.
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.