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General G-MAX RS vs Yokohama Geolandar G91A — Compared

Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews. Based on 1 + 0 road tests and 567 + 5 owner reviews. How we score

G-MAX RS is ahead, 65–38

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General G-MAX RS
Tire AGeneral

G-MAX RS

Summer tire

Tests – · 1 test Owners 62 · 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”

Category by category

Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.

  1. 71

    Dry

    G-MAX RS +34
    37
    Why this score
    SourceG-MAX RSGeolandar G91A
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 70 (est.)≈ 49 (est.)
    Reviews found online7321

    G-MAX RS: 60% × 69.7 (est.) + 40% × 72.7 = 71

    Geolandar G91A: 60% × 48.7 (est.) + 40% × 20.5 = 37

    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 0.40).

    No road tests of dry for Geolandar G91A. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.40).

  2. 72

    Wet

    G-MAX RS +40
    32
    Why this score
    SourceG-MAX RSGeolandar G91A
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 71 (est.)≈ 41 (est.)
    Reviews found online7319

    G-MAX RS: 60% × 71.3 (est.) + 40% × 72.5 = 72

    Geolandar G91A: 60% × 41.3 (est.) + 40% × 18.9 = 32

    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 0.56).

    No road tests of wet for Geolandar G91A. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.56).

  3. 34

    Snow

    Geolandar G91A +14
    48
    Why this score
    SourceG-MAX RSGeolandar G91A
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 50 (est.)≈ 58 (est.)
    Reviews found online1033

    G-MAX RS: 60% × 50.1 (est.) + 40% × 10 = 34

    Geolandar G91A: 60% × 57.5 (est.) + 40% × 32.5 = 48

    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 0.33).

    No road tests of snow for Geolandar G91A. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.33).

  4. 68

    Comfort

    G-MAX RS +27
    41
    Why this score
    SourceG-MAX RSGeolandar G91A
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 69 (est.)≈ 60 (est.)
    Reviews found online6614

    G-MAX RS: 60% × 68.6 (est.) + 40% × 66.1 = 68

    Geolandar G91A: 60% × 59.6 (est.) + 40% × 14.1 = 41

    No road tests of comfort for G-MAX RS or Geolandar G91A. The test half is the tested tires’ average (69): owners’ comfort ratings barely follow the road tests.

  5. 64

    Noise

    G-MAX RS +12
    52
    Why this score
    SourceG-MAX RSGeolandar G91A
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 67 (est.)≈ 67 (est.)
    Reviews found online6029

    G-MAX RS: 60% × 67.3 (est.) + 40% × 60.3 = 64

    Geolandar G91A: 60% × 67.3 (est.) + 40% × 29 = 52

    No road tests of noise for G-MAX RS or Geolandar G91A. The test half is the tested tires’ average (67): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests.

  6. 70

    Treadwear

    G-MAX RS +31
    39
    Why this score
    SourceG-MAX RSGeolandar G91A
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / – tests73≈ 52 (est.)
    Reviews found online6620

    G-MAX RS: 60% × 72.7 + 40% × 66.1 = 70

    Geolandar G91A: 60% × 51.6 (est.) + 40% × 20.1 = 39

    No road tests of treadwear for Geolandar G91A. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.31).

  7. 67

    Handling (owners)

    G-MAX RS +44
    23
    Why this score
    SourceG-MAX RSGeolandar G91A
    Reviews found online6723
Scores at a glance
General G-MAX RS vs Yokohama Geolandar G91A: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryGeneral G-MAX RSYokohama Geolandar G91A
Relative Score 65 38
Dry 71 37
Wet 72 32
Snow 34 48
Comfort 68 41
Noise 64 52
Treadwear 70 39
Handling (owners) 67 23

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G-MAX RS

Geolandar G91A

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A G-MAX RS

Pros

  • Outstanding price-to-performance ratio compared to premium brands
  • Strong dry and wet weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
  • Quiet and comfortable ride quality for a performance tire

Cons

  • Softer sidewalls can lead to some squirm or less crisp steering response during hard cornering
  • Prone to temporary flat-spotting or vibration when sitting overnight in cooler weather
  • Unpredictable or slippery performance if driven in cold temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit
All owner themes in the G-MAX RS review

Tire B Geolandar G91A

Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

General G-MAX RS

Positive

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.

f30.bimmerpost.com

“Quote: Originally Posted by HondaGoneRogue I deplore the treadwear of the Michelins, but haven't had them on the 435i. I've ran almost every manufacture tire in UHP form on my 135i though. For the 435i GC (which I do drive aggresively but do NOT track) the General G-Max RS are extremely satisfying on the back roads, highway, street, and in the wet. Sizes are 245/35/19 in front and 265/35/19 in the rear. I've put them through their paces in the not-so-sticky backroads of South Dakota, driven through 40 degree temperature swings from here to CA, and found out how well they will hook from a greenlight in the oily hot streets of Las Vegas. *Hint: A lot, they hook a lot. Noise varys depending on road surface. They are silent on good roads, but can be a bit loud on rough ones. I'm sold on them. They look great around the BBS's and feel great as well for the limits I've taken them to. Hope that helps. You are saying Michelin's treads wear out faster? That goes against everything I've read and heard..."Michelin's extra cost are worth it because they always last longer than comparable tires"”

r/tires ·3 upvotes ·2024-09-10

“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”

bobistheoilguy.com ·2023-10-28

“Looking to replace a set of Conti EC Sport (which have been great), but the current 02 model is on backorder with no ETA in the size I need. Considering a Plan B, like the G-Max RS, which is a segment down (UHPS), and might not be an issue since it will be a street tire. Firestone Indy 500 (BS RE003) are in the same class, but heavier, and not as good in the wet. So the main debate is whether to wait for the ECS02, or take a chance on the RS next time it goes on silent "in cart price" sale, which also made them about $200 cheaper for a set, sans rebate or similar promo.”

Top themes
#value and pricing#dry and wet grip#comparison to Michelin PS4S#comparison to Indy 500#road noise levels#treadwear and longevity#Porsche and Corvette fitment

Based on 53 community posts

Tire B

Yokohama Geolandar G91A

We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.

Specs side by side

Attribute A · General G-MAX RS B · Yokohama Geolandar G91A
CategorySummer tireAll-Season tire
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverSUV and 4x4
Sizes available481
Rim diameters16″ – 20″17″
Tread depth10/32″10/32″
UTQG360 - 700 A - AA A280 B A
SidewallBlack Side WallBlackwall
Max pressure50 - 51 psi44 psi

Which one should you actually buy?

General G-MAX RS

Yokohama Geolandar G91A

Winner: General G-MAX RS — better handling, wet and dry. Pick the Yokohama Geolandar G91A if snow matters most to you. Yokohama Geolandar G91A rests on little evidence so far (0 tests, 5 reviews), so read this result as provisional.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

General G-MAX RS scores 67 vs 23 on handling.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

General G-MAX RS scores 72 vs 32 on wet.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

General G-MAX RS scores 71 vs 37 on dry.

Pick tire A You want the longest tread life

General G-MAX RS scores 70 vs 39 on treadwear.

Tire A · General G-MAX RS
Tire B · Yokohama Geolandar G91A

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G-MAX RS or Geolandar G91A?

Which is better in the wet, G-MAX RS or Geolandar G91A?

General G-MAX RS, 72 vs 32 on our wet score.

Which grips better on dry roads, G-MAX RS or Geolandar G91A?

General G-MAX RS, 71 vs 37 on our dry score.

Which is better in snow, G-MAX RS or Geolandar G91A?

Yokohama Geolandar G91A, 48 vs 34 on our snow score.

Which is quieter, G-MAX RS or Geolandar G91A?

General G-MAX RS, 64 vs 52 on our noise score.

Which is more comfortable, G-MAX RS or Geolandar G91A?

General G-MAX RS, 68 vs 41 on our comfort score.

Which lasts longer, G-MAX RS or Geolandar G91A?

General G-MAX RS, 70 vs 39 on our treadwear score.

How do we compare tires?

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