General Altimax One S review
The General Altimax One S is widely regarded as a reliable, value-oriented tire that excels in wet weather performance and overall longevity. While most users praise its comfort and safety, opinions are divided regarding its noise levels and suitability for spirited driving, with some users noting a decline in performance as the tire ages.
Owners rate it 21.8 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
By owner reviews
78%By road tests
56.2%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 15 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The General Altimax One S is widely regarded as a reliable, value-oriented tire that excels in wet weather performance and overall longevity. While most users praise its comfort and safety, opinions are divided regarding its noise levels and suitability for spirited driving, with some users noting a decline in performance as the tire ages.
Pros
- Excellent wet weather grip and confidence
- High value for money compared to premium brands
- Impressive tread life and durability for daily driving
- Comfortable ride quality
Cons
- Noticeable road noise
- Lack of steering responsiveness for sport-oriented driving
- Performance degradation reported after significant mileage
- Reports of thin sidewalls susceptible to punctures
Worth knowing
- Users reported high satisfaction with longevity on compact vehicles, with one user achieving 38,000 miles on 225/45 R17 tires.
- Drivers of performance-oriented vehicles, such as the BMW 3 Series, reported dissatisfaction with steering feedback and noise levels.
4 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2023 ADAC Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16
28th of 50
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 39th of 50 | |
| Dry Braking | 41st of 50 | |
| Straight Aqua | 42nd of 50 | |
| Value | 6th of 50 | |
| Wear | 16th of 50 | |
| Fuel Consumption | 17th of 50 | |
| Abrasion | 24th of 50 | |
| Wet Braking - Concrete | 38th of 50 |
2022 Summer tire Market Overview · 215/55 R17
33rd of 44
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 31st of 44 | |
| Dry Braking | 37th of 44 |
2021 53 Summer tire Braking Test · 205/55 R16
30th of 53
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 30th of 53 | |
| Dry Braking | 42nd of 53 |
2020 tire Market Overview Braking Test · 245/45 R18
33rd of 49
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 32nd of 49 | |
| Dry Braking | 22nd of 49 |