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The AVID Ascend GT is Yokohama's Grand Touring All-Season tire developed for drivers of sedans, coupes, crossovers and minivans who want a refined ride and noise comfort combined with long life and confident all-season traction. The AVID Ascend GT is designed to deliver grip in dry, wet and wintry conditions, even light snow.

Yokohama BluEarth branding is used to identify an ecologically friendly series of tires that are designed to deliver environmentally, human and socially friendly solutions for drivers and their vehicles. AVID Ascend GT tires branded with the BluEarth symbol are identified on their Sizes and Specs pages.

The asymmetric pattern of the AVID Ascend GT helps optimize grip in all weather conditions, and the tread profile is specifically engineered to create a stable contact patch for improved traction and wear. The tread pitch variation and Outside Adaptive Shoulder Blocks are designed with a focus on noise attenuation for a quiet driving experience. Four deep, circumferential grooves utilize asymmetric widths to aid standing water evacuation through the footprint, while the inside shoulder features open notches to allow water to pass through. Yokohama's TriBLEND Compound Technology all-season compound utilizes a low-Tg polymer and high silica content for grip in inclement weather, and the Triple 3-D Sipes and notched tread blocks create the biting edges needed for light snow traction.

Internally, a polyester casing aids ride comfort and supports two wide, steel belts. A full nylon cover works with the square profile shape to help resist deflection under cornering loads for more controlled, predictable handling in dry and wet conditions while also providing high-speed capability.

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The Unsung Heroes of the Daily Driver - 2025 Test 2 - With Winter Update(33:42)

For the second test of 2025, we took eleven more touring tires, seven carrying the 3-Peak Mountain Snowflake symbol, and put them through their paces on our Toyota Camry. Four of these tires are brand-new products just hitting the market. What are you waiting for? Press play to see how these tires compare and where they stack up amongst the tires from our two touring tests in 2024 in the updated 31-tire chart!

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Ratings Charts & Reviews Yokohama AVID Ascend GT

Tire Category: Grand Touring All-Season

Consumer Surveys

 
Best in Category
Miles Reported
Recommended
Treadwear
Yokohama AVID Ascend GT
Good
93%
10M
8.1 - Good
8.9 - Excellent
8.9 Hydroplaning Resistance
9.0 Wet Traction
9.1 - Excellent
9.1 Corner Stability
9.3 Dry Traction
9.0 Steering Response
7.4 - Good
8.2 Light Snow Traction
7.3 Deep Snow Traction
6.9 Ice Traction
8.5 - Good
8.8 Ride Quality
8.1 Noise
8.7 - Excellent

Yokohama AVID Ascend GT Reviews

Customer feedback data reveals strong performance across key categories for this Grand Touring All-Season tire. Comfort receives 9-10 ratings for its smooth, quiet ride. Treadwear longevity impresses with many perfect scores, suggesting reliable mileage. Winter traction stands out with mostly 8-10 ratings, handling snow confidently though ice performance varies. Wet traction earns consistent 8-10 scores with excellent hydroplaning resistance. Dry traction maintains high marks for responsive handling and stability. Drivers praise its balanced all-season capability and durability, making it a well-rounded choice for varied conditions.

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635 reviews mention "Wet Traction"

  • 615 positive
  • 20 negative

Most customers rate wet traction highly with scores of 9-10, praising confident grip and hydroplaning resistance. Some rate 7-8, still solid for all-season use.

July 29, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

...Great wet traction.

At least as good as the OEM tires. Better comfort on highway conditions. Great wet traction.

Vehicle: 2021 Volkswagen Jetta 1.4T
Miles Driven on Tires: 600
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: COLUMBIA, MD
Driving Style: Spirited

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August 07, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
N/A out of 5 Star Rating
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...And traction for days with these, dry or wet...

These have significantly smoothed out the smaller bumps and cracks of city streets and interstates, and have made the car handle better over the big ones, even running the pressure a bit high for the vehicle to get better handling (34fr/33rr). And traction for days with these, dry or wet. Significantly better steering also over previous (Hankook). Only negative, which it probably won't be for everyone, is that the design of the tread where it meets the sidewall makes it not the most attractive tire on a car. I noticed it in the pictures but didn't think it would show so much when mounted. They do have this very visible x-like pattern near the sidewall. Small complaint though considering the performance on even an old vehicle.

Vehicle: 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XS Base Model
Miles Driven on Tires: 400
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: RIDGEWOOD, NY
Driving Style: Average

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311 reviews mention "Winter Traction"

  • 270 positive
  • 41 negative

The Yokohama AVID Ascend GT delivers confident snow and deep snow grip, with most winter traction scores in the 9-10 range. Ice traction scores 7-8 show solid all-season capability, aligning well with its grand touring design for varied conditions.

December 30, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
N/A out of 5 Star Rating
Not Yet Rated

I drove through the New York area snowstorm that occurred after Christmas 2025. I passed cars that had drifted into guardrails and ditches. I wouldn't have stood a chance without these tires. They saved me from disaster...

I drove through the New York area snowstorm that occurred after Christmas 2025. I passed cars that had drifted into guardrails and ditches. I white-knuckled it the whole way home. I drove with greater attention and care than ever before in my life. I wouldn't have stood a chance without these tires. They saved me from disaster. They also saved me from having to pull off the highway to pay for a night at a hotel, so they've already paid for themselves.

Vehicle: 2009 Honda Fit Sport
Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: FRAMINGHAM, MA
Driving Style: Average

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October 25, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.9 out of 5 Star Rating
4.9 out of 5

Being from Cleveland, I need a tire that can handle rain one day and snow the next. This tire gives me reliability to the changing weather conditions...

Being from Cleveland, I need a tire that can handle rain one day and snow the next. This tire gives me reliability to the changing weather conditions. I rely on this tire and im very satisfied with its performance

Vehicle: 2013 Honda Civic Sedan LX
Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: CLEVELAND, OH
Driving Style: Spirited

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September 29, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
3.5 out of 5 Star Rating
3.5 out of 5

Excellent wet performance and moderate snow...

Excellent wet performance and moderate snow. But the noise generated by these tires is not that far from an all-terrain tire. Also they pickup too much imperfections from the road.

Vehicle: 2022 Honda Pilot AWD Black Edition
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: ELGIN, IL
Driving Style: Spirited

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675 reviews mention "Dry Traction"

  • 663 positive
  • 12 negative

Customers overwhelmingly rate dry traction as excellent, with most scoring 9s and 10s. The AVID Ascend GT delivers responsive handling and confident grip, excelling in its Grand Touring All-Season category.

February 06, 2026
4.4 out of 5 Star Rating
4.4 out of 5

...The tires hugged the road in sharp turns and curves. I did the Blue Ridge Mountain road and they were Five Star in all the curves up there...

This is my second set of tires. The first I bought at the beginning Covid, I am not sure of the mileage but I can tell you that I was satisfied. I read that most complaints were for noise and I agree. After talking with my Smith Infiniti service guy I learned that most harder tires aka sports tires tend to have noise due to how they are made. Knowing that I was comfortable with buying a second set. They definitely last longer than soft tires that give you the cushy ride. The price was excellent. I did my shopping around looking and comparing prices and well Yokohama won.
The tires hugged the road in sharp turns and curves. I did the Blue Ridge Mountain road and they were Five Star in all the curves up there. I hope this helps you make your decision.
My first set I paid 999.00 driving out of the shop. The new set I bought last month I paid 1290.00 driving out of the shop. I thought that was not to bad considering how much everything has gone sky high in pricing.

Vehicle: 2013 Infiniti M37 Base
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,500
Driving Conditions: Mostly City
Location: HUNTSVILLE, AL
Driving Style: Spirited

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675 reviews mention "Ride Quality"

  • 628 positive
  • 47 negative

Customers overwhelmingly rate comfort as excellent, with most scores in the 9-10 range. The Grand Touring All-Season design delivers a smooth, quiet ride, praised for reducing road noise and enhancing refinement in diverse conditions.

July 08, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

The tire is super comfort with great driving experience. It is quieter/ more comfortable/ better turning experience than my previous OEM GoodYear Fuel Max...

The tire is super comfort with great driving experience. It is quieter/more comfortable/better turning experience than my previous OEM GoodYear Fuel Max. I wished I had replaced the OEM tire earlier. It is on the comfort side but it is also great in driving situations such as braking distance, turning and lane switching. I had only being able to drive in dry highway situations. I would prefer this tire in my future installation. It fills the hype(that failed) on Continental TrueContact Tour 54 tire on the tire replacement on another car earlier this year.

Vehicle: 2019 Subaru Legacy 2.5i
Miles Driven on Tires: 200
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: DALY CITY, CA
Driving Style: Average

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February 09, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

Very comfortable and quiet with descent performance in the dry, wet and cold. Great touring tires on the highway...

Very comfortable and quiet with descent performance in the dry, wet and cold. Great touring tires on the highway.
These are only used as my non winter "summer" tires, so no experience in extreme winter weather.
Treadwear looks good so far (4k miles) and will likely purchase again.

Vehicle: 2011 Mazda Mazda2 Touring
Miles Driven on Tires: 4,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: FEASTERVILLE TREVOSE, PA
Driving Style: Average

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521 reviews mention "Treadwear"

  • 458 positive
  • 63 negative

Most customers rate treadwear 9-10, highlighting excellent durability for Grand Touring use. High scores emphasize long-lasting all-season performance, with a few lower ratings noting varied mileage experiences in specific conditions.

March 18, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

I had the same tire for 10 years and 65000 miles and could have gone another 20000 miles but I wanted to be safe on the road and went ahead and replaced them...

I had the same tire for 10 years and 65000 miles and could have gone another 20000 miles but I wanted to be safe on the road and went ahead and replaced them. I live in Arizona and the hot weather can dry out the rubber but the tires I took off had no signs of cracking. I do garage my RAV4 so I'm sure that helps keep the tires from drying out. I am also meticulous on keeping my tire pressure up and even and rotate front to back (keeping tires on same side always) with every 5000 mile oil change. I will purchase another set of Yokohama tires when these reach 65000 miles.

Vehicle: 2013 Toyota RAV4 Limited AWD w/Push Button Ignition
Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SIERRA VISTA, AZ
Driving Style: Average

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April 28, 2025
4.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4.5 out of 5

...The treadwear is incredible. ... Putting them on at the 30k i right now have 149k on them. They still have some life but im buying them now again because i dont want to push it more then the insane amount i have on them now...

A fantastic tire all around. The treadwear is incredible. I had them on my last car but put new ones anyway because i gave my daughter my car. For my car. when the garbage tires the dealership gives you were useless after 30k , I bought them for my car a Camry SE . Putting them on at the 30k i right now have 149k on them. They still have some life but im buying them now again because i dont want to push it more then the insane amount i have on them now. Of course I feel a differance now but for at least 80k they ride as smooth as can be, extremly quiet and handle all very good. i wouldnt have put them on my daughters car if i didnt fully trust them. Highly recommend them.

Vehicle: 2015 Toyota Camry 4cyl SE
Miles Driven on Tires: 100,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: RIDGE, NY
Driving Style: Spirited

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May 10, 2025
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4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

I have bought several sets of this tire, it has good tire wear rating along with good wet weather rating which is what I need.

I have bought several sets of this tire, it has good tire wear rating along with good wet weather rating which is what I need.

Vehicle: 2006 Lexus LS430
Miles Driven on Tires: 35,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: BIRMINGHAM, AL
Driving Style: Average

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The Unsung Heroes of the Daily Driver - 2025 Test 2 - With Winter Update(33:42)

For the second test of 2025, we took eleven more touring tires, seven carrying the 3-Peak Mountain Snowflake symbol, and put them through their paces on our Toyota Camry. Four of these tires are brand-new products just hitting the market. What are you waiting for? Press play to see how these tires compare and where they stack up amongst the tires from our two touring tests in 2024 in the updated 31-tire chart!

Read the Full Test Report

View All Winter Test Results

Experience the Yokohama AVID Ascend GT(01:14)

The Yokohama AVID Ascend GT is a Grand Touring All-Season tire for the drivers of sedans, coupes, crossovers, and minivans who want a refined ride and noise comfort combined with long life and confident all-season traction. The AVID Ascend GT is designed to deliver grip in dry, wet, and wintry conditions, even light snow.

Testing Grand Touring All-Season Tires: Yokohama AVID Ascend GT(02:21)

The tried-and-true Yokohama AVID Ascend GT stands out as a benchmark Grand Touring All-Season tire, checking all the boxes as a roadmap for any competitor hoping to be successful in the marketplace.

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Testing Grand Touring All-Season Tires 2019: Yokohama AVID Ascend GT(01:24)

Grand Touring All-Season tires are the capable, dependable tires drivers rely on during everyday life.

The AVID Ascend GT is a proven, capable performer with a satisfying balance of traits, so we tested it against the newest in the segment to see how it compares.

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The Best Keep Getting Better in Grand Touring All-Season - Winter Update(02:30)

The "jack-of -all-trades" Grand Touring All-Season tires aren't as proficient in the (warm) dry or wet as a Max Performance Summer tire or as capable in ice and snow as a dedicated winter tire. But the best in class continue to improve and expand the performance envelope in all directions. How do two of the newest in the category compare?

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A Closer Look: Yokohama AVID Ascend GT(00:50)

For the drivers of sedans, coupes, CUVs and minivans, the Yokohama AVID Ascend GT offers a refined ride and noise comfort with long life and confident all-season traction. How? Its TriBLEND Compound Technology and tread design combined. Watch while we explain.

The Best Keep Getting Better in Grand Touring All-Season(04:43)

The "jack-of -all-trades" Grand Touring All-Season tires aren't as proficient in the (warm) dry or wet as a Max Performance Summer tire or as capable in ice and snow as a dedicated winter tire. But the best in class continue to improve and expand the performance envelope in all directions. How do two of the newest in the category compare?

View Snow Traction/Handling Results Video

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