Yokohama AVID Ascend GT 245/40R18
Yokohama AVID Ascend GT 245/40R18 XL 97V Grand Touring All-Season Tire 110132740
💡 Is the Yokohama AVID Ascend GT 245/40R18 a Good Tire?
Yes — the Yokohama 245/40R18 is a Good-rated all-season grand touring tire (709 surveys) suited for mid-size SUVs and crossovers. Balanced comfort and handling for daily driving, though the low-profile sidewall may compromise ride quality over rough surfaces.
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The Yokohama AVID Ascend GT 245/40R18 is a grand touring all-season tire, designed for sedan, coupe, crossover and minivan drivers who prioritize refined ride quality and long tread life in everyday driving. Its asymmetric tread pattern and compound focus on optimizing grip across all weather conditions while emphasizing noise reduction and stable contact patch engineering.
The tire features tread pitch variation and Outside Adaptive Shoulder Blocks specifically engineered for noise attenuation, along with four deep circumferential grooves for water evacuation. Select sizes carry Yokohama's BluEarth branding, indicating environmentally conscious construction and materials. Driver feedback points to strong wet and dry performance with good comfort levels and excellent treadwear characteristics in real-world use.
Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability. Overall, it's a solid choice for family vehicles used primarily for daily commuting and highway travel in varied weather conditions.
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These tires share the same size (245/40R18) and are sorted by expert rating for easier comparison.
| Tire | Rating | Best For | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
★Yokohama AVID Ascend GT 245/40R18 🛣️ Comfort-focused touring | ⭐ Good (709 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in family sedans and crossovers | 🌤️ All Season |
❄️ Dedicated winter tire | ⭐ Excellent (593 reviews) | Daily winter commuting in snow and ice | ❄️ Winter |
🏁 Ultra high performance | ⭐ Excellent (295 reviews) | Sports car and performance sedan daily driving | ☀️ Summer |
🛣️ Comfort-focused touring | ⭐ Excellent (219 reviews) | Daily highway commuting and city driving | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Comfort-focused touring | ⭐ Excellent (22 reviews) | Daily commuting in four-season climates | 🌤️ All Season |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"A dependable choice when you prioritize comfort and quiet highway cruising for daily commuting and long road trips. Traction performance in snow conditions remains limited compared to dedicated winter tires."
