Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 1 + 0 road tests and 567 + 23 owner reviews. How we score
G-MAX RS is ahead, 63–51
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Tests – · 1 test Owners 59 · 567 reviews
Best test result: #3 of 22 in 2022 Consumer Reports Ultra High Performance Summer Tires (tested tread life (miles))
“G-max rs I put 7k miles on these tires and this is the front how many miles would you say I have before problems occur I plan on replacing in a few weeks Read more”
Tests – · none yet Owners 41 · 23 reviews
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
| Source | G-MAX RS | G-MAX AS-03 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | ≈ 68 (est.) | ≈ 58 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 69 | 45 |
G-MAX RS: 60% × 68.3 (est.) + 40% × 68.8 = 68
G-MAX AS-03: 60% × 58.4 (est.) + 40% × 44.8 = 53
No road tests of dry for G-MAX RS. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.41).
No road tests of dry for G-MAX AS-03. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.41).
| Source | G-MAX RS | G-MAX AS-03 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | ≈ 71 (est.) | ≈ 60 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 72 | 52 |
G-MAX RS: 60% × 71.2 (est.) + 40% × 71.5 = 71
G-MAX AS-03: 60% × 60.3 (est.) + 40% × 51.7 = 57
No road tests of wet for G-MAX RS. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.55).
No road tests of wet for G-MAX AS-03. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.55).
| Source | G-MAX RS | G-MAX AS-03 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | ≈ 51 (est.) | ≈ 56 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 10 | 24 |
G-MAX RS: 60% × 51.2 (est.) + 40% × 10 = 35
G-MAX AS-03: 60% × 55.7 (est.) + 40% × 24.1 = 43
No road tests of snow for G-MAX RS. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.32).
No road tests of snow for G-MAX AS-03. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.32).
| Source | G-MAX RS | G-MAX AS-03 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | ≈ 67 (est.) | ≈ 62 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 62 | 34 |
G-MAX RS: 40% × 67.2 (est.) + 60% × 61.5 = 64
G-MAX AS-03: 40% × 61.7 (est.) + 60% × 33.9 = 45
No road tests of comfort for G-MAX RS. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.20).
No road tests of comfort for G-MAX AS-03. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.20).
| Source | G-MAX RS | G-MAX AS-03 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | ≈ 66 (est.) | ≈ 66 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 54 | 39 |
G-MAX RS: 60% × 66.3 (est.) + 40% × 54 = 61
G-MAX AS-03: 60% × 66.3 (est.) + 40% × 39.1 = 55
No road tests of noise for G-MAX RS or G-MAX AS-03. The test half is the tested tires’ average (66): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests.
| Source | G-MAX RS | G-MAX AS-03 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / – tests | 73 | ≈ 56 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 65 | 37 |
G-MAX RS: 60% × 73.4 + 40% × 64.7 = 70
G-MAX AS-03: 60% × 56.1 (est.) + 40% × 37.2 = 49
No road tests of treadwear for G-MAX AS-03. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.36).
| Source | G-MAX RS | G-MAX AS-03 |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews found online | 63 | 47 |
| Category | General G-MAX RS | General G-MAX AS-03 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 63 | 51 |
| Dry | 68 | 53 |
| Wet | 71 | 57 |
| Snow | 35 | 43 |
| Comfort | 64 | 45 |
| Noise | 61 | 55 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 49 |
| Handling (owners) | 63 | 47 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
Wet grip starts at “Important”. Treadwear starts at “Neutral” here: road tests measured it for at most one of the two tires, so it rests on owner reviews. Move the sliders and the scores update instantly.
G-MAX RS
G-MAX AS-03
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Community sentiment toward the General G-MAX RS is broadly positive, with users frequently praising its exceptional value and strong dry and wet traction as a budget-friendly ultra-high-performance summer tire. While often favorably compared against premium alternatives like the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S or Firestone Indy 500, some owners note compromises including elevated road noise and occasional handling inconsistencies on specific sports car platforms.
“General G-Max RS tires I know they just came out in February 2018 but was wondering if anyone else has had experiences with them yet. From what I’ve dug up, they’re OEM on the new Saleen Mustang. Rated at 360AA. I bring this up because that’s what the dealer has given me after an unfortunate alignment issue with my old tires. Yes I went to the dealer because I trust very few people to work on my car and can afford a little extra. So far these tires haven’t disappointed me but it’s day 1. Highway driving felt very smooth and I hugged the corners going faster than... everyone else. Later today I’m going to take my empty backroad and see how they are in tight turns. General announced these tires are UHP Summer tires meant to attract customers for track and autocross. The only thing that holds me back a little on the throttle is the price tag is SOOO cheap, which is exactly what they wanted. If you have experience with them go ahead and post up please. Read more”
“Price no object? Michelin 100%. I have the Generals right now and while they're fine for grip and what not, they are very noisy. I have Michelin X Ice winter tires, and even with the aggressive winter tread, they are considerably quieter than my g-max rs. However I paid about 700 CAD for my set of g-max a couple years ago. So for a price like that, I'm happy. Like anything, expect to get what you pay for.”
“Quote: Originally Posted by SBG200 Any updates? I need a new set on my '08 Turbo and I'm curious about noise level. The old Michelins are getting really loud, even on "smooth" surfaces. I have these on my turbo and for a daily driven car they are great. Perform very well in dry and serviceable in the rain. There’s a bit more road noise than a premium tire but for $700 with the rebate (if still offered), I think they are totally worth a shot.”
Based on 53 community posts
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
| Attribute | A · General G-MAX RS | B · General G-MAX AS-03 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer tire | All Season Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 48 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 20″ | — |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 10/32″ |
| UTQG | 360 - 700 A - AA A | 480 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 40,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | 51 psi |
General G-MAX RS
General G-MAX AS-03
Winner: General G-MAX RS — better treadwear, comfort and handling. Pick the General G-MAX AS-03 if snow matters most to you.
General G-MAX RS scores 70 vs 49 on treadwear.
General G-MAX RS scores 64 vs 45 on comfort.
General G-MAX RS scores 63 vs 47 on handling.
General G-MAX RS scores 68 vs 53 on dry.
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General G-MAX RS, 71 vs 57 on our wet score.
General G-MAX RS, 68 vs 53 on our dry score.
General G-MAX AS-03, 43 vs 35 on our snow score.
General G-MAX RS, 61 vs 55 on our noise score.
General G-MAX RS, 64 vs 45 on our comfort score.
General G-MAX RS, 70 vs 49 on our treadwear score.
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology
