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General AltiMAX HP vs Yokohama AVID ENVigor — 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.
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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 | AltiMAX HP | AVID ENVigor |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 85 |
Wet
Why this score
| Source | AltiMAX HP | AVID ENVigor |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 80 |
Snow
Why this score
| Source | AltiMAX HP | AVID ENVigor |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 60 |
Comfort
Why this score
| Source | AltiMAX HP | AVID ENVigor |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 61 | 68 |
Noise
Treadwear
Why this score
| Source | AltiMAX HP | AVID ENVigor |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 65 |
Handling
Why this score
| Source | AltiMAX HP | AVID ENVigor |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 52 | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | General AltiMAX HP | Yokohama AVID ENVigor |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 61 | 75 |
| Dry | 75 | 84 |
| Wet | 64 | 81 |
| Snow | – | 66 |
| Comfort | 61 | 73 |
| Noise | – | 80 |
| Treadwear | 55 | 69 |
| Handling | 52 | 70 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
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Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The General AltiMAX HP is viewed as a budget-friendly tire that offers competent dry-weather performance and high value for money. However, user consensus is polarized, with significant concerns regarding premature tread wear and structural integrity, specifically regarding sidewall durability.
Pros
- Excellent value for the price point
- Reliable dry road grip and handling
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Effective tread wear indicators
Cons
- Fragile sidewalls prone to impact damage
- Short tread life and rapid wear
- Inconsistent wet weather performance
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feedback
Observations
- Drivers of heavier or performance-oriented vehicles like the Audi A4 reported a 'juicy' or unstable feel due to soft sidewalls.
- Users noted that the tire is better suited for relaxed, daily driving styles rather than high-performance applications.
The Yokohama AVID ENVigor is generally regarded as a capable grand touring tire that excels in wet and dry handling, offering drivers a sense of security and responsiveness. While users appreciate its performance characteristics and lateral grip, some report concerns regarding road noise levels and ride stiffness compared to other premium alternatives.
Pros
- Strong wet and dry road grip
- Excellent lateral stability and handling feel
- Reliable performance at highway speeds
- Good value as a grand touring option
Cons
- Higher road noise levels than some competitors
- Ride quality can feel firm or harsh on certain vehicles
- Mixed feedback regarding long-term tread life expectations
Observations
- Drivers of sport-oriented sedans like the Civic Si noted the tire provides excellent handling but can feel stiff during spirited driving.
- Users replacing OEM tires on mid-size sedans like the Mazda6 reported significant improvements in lateral feel and wet weather confidence.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · General AltiMAX HP | B · Yokohama AVID ENVigor |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Touring tires | All Season High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Which one should you actually buy?
General
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama AVID ENVigor — better handling, wet and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Yokohama AVID ENVigor scores 70 vs 52 on handling.
Yokohama AVID ENVigor scores 81 vs 64 on wet.
Yokohama AVID ENVigor scores 69 vs 55 on treadwear.
Yokohama AVID ENVigor scores 73 vs 61 on comfort.
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.