Tests – · none yet Owners 75 · 80 reviews
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Yokohama AVID Ascend vs General G-MAX RS — Compared
Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 0 + 1 road tests and 80 + 567 owner reviews. How we score
AVID Ascend is ahead, 73–64
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Tests – · 1 test Owners 61 · 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.
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73
Dry
AVID Ascend +370Why this score
Source AVID Ascend G-MAX RS Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 71 (est.) ≈ 69 (est.) Reviews found online 76 71 AVID Ascend: 60% × 71.3 (est.) + 40% × 75.8 = 73
G-MAX RS: 60% × 69.4 (est.) + 40% × 71.2 = 70
No road tests of dry for AVID Ascend. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.42).
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 0.42).
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77
Wet
AVID Ascend +572Why this score
Source AVID Ascend G-MAX RS Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 76 (est.) ≈ 72 (est.) Reviews found online 80 73 AVID Ascend: 60% × 75.7 (est.) + 40% × 79.6 = 77
G-MAX RS: 60% × 71.8 (est.) + 40% × 72.7 = 72
No road tests of wet for AVID Ascend. 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 RS. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.55).
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68
Snow
AVID Ascend +3533Why this score
Source AVID Ascend G-MAX RS Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 69 (est.) ≈ 48 (est.) Reviews found online 66 10 AVID Ascend: 60% × 69 (est.) + 40% × 66 = 68
G-MAX RS: 60% × 48 (est.) + 40% × 10 = 33
No road tests of snow for AVID Ascend. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.37).
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 0.37).
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73
Comfort
AVID Ascend +766Why this score
Source AVID Ascend G-MAX RS Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 70 (est.) ≈ 68 (est.) Reviews found online 75 64 AVID Ascend: 40% × 70.2 (est.) + 60% × 75.2 = 73
G-MAX RS: 40% × 68.2 (est.) + 60% × 64.2 = 66
No road tests of comfort for AVID Ascend or G-MAX RS. The test half is the tested tires’ average (69): owners’ comfort ratings barely follow the road tests.
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70
Noise
AVID Ascend +862Why this score
Source AVID Ascend G-MAX RS Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 67 (est.) ≈ 67 (est.) Reviews found online 76 56 AVID Ascend: 60% × 66.6 (est.) + 40% × 75.8 = 70
G-MAX RS: 60% × 66.6 (est.) + 40% × 56.2 = 62
No road tests of noise for AVID Ascend or G-MAX RS. The test half is the tested tires’ average (67): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests.
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70
Treadwear
Level70Why this score
Source AVID Ascend G-MAX RS Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 1 tests ≈ 69 (est.) 73 Reviews found online 73 66 AVID Ascend: 60% × 68.5 (est.) + 40% × 73 = 70
G-MAX RS: 60% × 73.4 + 40% × 65.6 = 70
No road tests of treadwear for AVID Ascend. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.35).
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76
Handling (owners)
AVID Ascend +1165Why this score
Source AVID Ascend G-MAX RS Reviews found online 76 65
Scores at a glance
| Category | Yokohama AVID Ascend | General G-MAX RS |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 73 | 64 |
| Dry | 73 | 70 |
| Wet | 77 | 72 |
| Snow | 68 | 33 |
| Comfort | 73 | 66 |
| Noise | 70 | 62 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 70 |
| Handling (owners) | 76 | 65 |
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Headline score
73
/ 100
AVID Ascend
64
/ 100
G-MAX RS
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A AVID Ascend
Pros
- Exceptionally low road noise and quiet ride
- High level of ride comfort and shock absorption
- Strong wet and dry traction, inspiring confidence in heavy rain
Cons
- Isolated reports of premature tread wear or not meeting expected mileage
- Slightly spongy initial feel requiring a brief break-in period
- Occasional minor wheel slip during hard acceleration in wet or dry conditions
Tire B 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
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Yokohama AVID Ascend
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Tire B
Positive
General G-MAX RS
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
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Yokohama AVID Ascend | B · General G-MAX RS |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring All Season tire | Summer tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 1 | 48 |
| Rim diameters | 17″ | 16″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 12/32″ | 10/32″ |
| UTQG | 740 A A | 360 - 700 A - AA A |
| Treadwear warranty | 75,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | 50 - 51 psi |
Which one should you actually buy?
73
/ 100
Yokohama AVID Ascend
64
/ 100
General G-MAX RS
Winner: Yokohama AVID Ascend — better snow, handling and noise. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 68 vs 33 on snow.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 76 vs 65 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 70 vs 62 on noise.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama AVID Ascend scores 73 vs 66 on comfort.
Tire A · Yokohama AVID Ascend
Tire B · General G-MAX RS
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AVID Ascend or G-MAX RS?
Which is better in the wet, AVID Ascend or G-MAX RS?
Yokohama AVID Ascend, 77 vs 72 on our wet score.
Which grips better on dry roads, AVID Ascend or G-MAX RS?
Yokohama AVID Ascend, 73 vs 70 on our dry score.
Which is better in snow, AVID Ascend or G-MAX RS?
Yokohama AVID Ascend, 68 vs 33 on our snow score.
Which is quieter, AVID Ascend or G-MAX RS?
Yokohama AVID Ascend, 70 vs 62 on our noise score.
Which is more comfortable, AVID Ascend or G-MAX RS?
Yokohama AVID Ascend, 73 vs 66 on our comfort score.
Which lasts longer, AVID Ascend or G-MAX RS?
Neither, by our numbers: 70 vs 70 on the treadwear score, within 3 points.
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