Yokohama AVID Ascend GT 245/50R20
Yokohama AVID Ascend GT 245/50R20 XL 105V Grand Touring All-Season Tire 110132759
π‘ Is the Yokohama AVID Ascend GT 245/50R20 a Good Tire?
The Yokohama AVID Ascend GT 245/50R20 is an all-season grand touring tire designed for mid-size crossovers and luxury sedans. It delivers balanced dry and wet performance with predictable handling thanks to its asymmetric tread design and silica-enhanced compound. Ride comfort is above average with low road noise, while tread life is competitive for its category with strong longevity expectations. Rated Good by TireRack based on 709 consumer surveys, it excels at daily commuting and highway driving but lacks the winter traction needed for harsh snow conditions. Currently priced from $266.99, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Yokohama AVID Ascend GT 245/50R20 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 maintaining noise comfort through specialized tread pitch variation.
The tire features Outside Adaptive Shoulder Blocks engineered specifically for noise attenuation, along with a tread profile designed to create a stable contact patch for improved traction and even wear. Yokohama's BluEarth technology identifies this as part of their environmentally conscious tire series, combining ecological considerations with performance. Driver feedback points to strong wet and dry traction capabilities, with comfort and durability being notable strengths in daily use.
Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability. Overall, it's a solid choice for family vehicles and daily drivers used primarily for highway commuting and suburban driving in varied weather conditions.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
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Yokohama AVID Ascend GT 245/50R20 π£οΈ Comfort-focused touring | $266.99 | β Good (709 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in family sedans and crossovers | π€οΈ All Season |
π Sport-oriented all-season | $156.06 | β Good (8 reviews) | Performance sedan daily driving | π€οΈ All Season |
π£οΈ Highway all-season | $170.85 | β Good (395 reviews) | Daily commuting in crossovers and SUVs | π€οΈ All Season |
π£οΈ Touring all-season | $196.99 | β Excellent (744 reviews) | Daily commuting in crossovers and SUVs | π€οΈ All Season |
π£οΈ Comfort-focused touring | $226.99 | β Excellent (219 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in varied weather | π€οΈ All Season |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"We rate this as an excellent choice for daily commuters seeking long tread life and quiet highway comfort. Wet weather traction falls short compared to premium alternatives in this category."




