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General Altimax One S

Ultra High Performance Summer

Replaces the General Altimax Sport

The General Altimax One S is a mid-range ultra high performance summer tire that drivers tend to rate as safe, comfortable and good value for everyday use. Real-world feedback highlights reassuring wet-road grip and a smooth ride, with many owners reporting strong mileage and even wear. However, independent testing paints a more value-led picture, with wet braking in particular holding it back versus stronger competitors. Overall, it suits relaxed daily driving best rather than keen, sporty use.

The quick answer

Owners say 78% from 17 owner reviews 69% would buy again Read the reviews
Tests say 32nd average finish across 4 independent tests Latest: P28 of 50 · 2023 See every test
Strengths & weaknesses Comfort, Value Wet Relative to its rivals across every test we hold

Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tire - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated September 2026.

  • 17owner reviews
  • 427,510miles driven
  • 4professional tests
General Altimax One S 1 photos

Tire Reviews Score

General Altimax One S

6.7/10

Better than 39% of summer tires

  • High Confidence
  • 4 tests
  • 17 owner reviews
Scores of the 406 summer tires we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests4 tests · 2 publications · 2020-2023 37% 88%
Owner reviews17 owner reviews · rated 78% 58% 12%
Combined 39% 6.7

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Category by category

How it compares with other summer tires in each area, and how much each area counts. 50 is the middle of the group.

Category Better than Weight Tests
WetBraking, handling and aquaplaning in the wet 30% 44% 4
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 33% 40% 4
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 85% 9% 1
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 87% 7% 1

Weights are shares of the test result. Owner reviews are blended in afterwards. Faded bars rest on one or two tests.

By discipline

The same results grouped by what the tire was doing. They are not counted a second time.

BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 29% 4

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 94% of the test figure. The other 6% comes from its predecessor, the General Altimax Sport, and it shrinks as more tests arrive.

High needs at least 3 tests, with its own results deciding 90% or more. Medium needs 2 tests and 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as tests arrive.

The tests behind it

  1. 2023 2023 ADAC Summer Tire Test ADAC · 205/55 R16 P28 / 50
  2. 2022 2022 Summer Tire Market Overview Auto Bild · 215/55 R17 P35 / 50
  3. 2021 2021 53 Summer Tire Braking Test Auto Bild · 205/55 R16 P30 / 53
  4. 2020 2020 Tire Market Overview Braking Test Auto Bild · 245/45 R18 P34 / 50
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Tested 4 times by independent publications, the General Altimax One S averages a finish of 32nd.

4 Tests
0 Test Wins
32nd Average
28th Best
35th Worst
Finishing position in each test1stLast20202023

Finishing position in each test

YearTestResultAward
20232023 ADAC Summer Tire TestADAC · 205/55 R16P28 / 50
20222022 Summer Tire Market OverviewAuto Bild · 215/55 R17P35 / 50
20212021 53 Summer Tire Braking TestAuto Bild · 205/55 R16P30 / 53
20202020 Tire Market Overview Braking TestAuto Bild · 245/45 R18P34 / 50

On the full record: Record by disciplineHead-to-head recordEvery published verdict

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Size Range81 sizes available

175-295Width30-65Profile15-20Rim77-104 T-YLoad/Speed Index2018First On Market

EU LabelAcross 81 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

70-75dB

Popular sizes225/45 R17205/55 R16255/35 R20215/50 R17225/40 R17245/45 R18
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the General Altimax One S in the wet?
Across the 4 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the General Altimax One S stops 13.2% longer than premium rivals, 8.9% longer than mid-range rivals and 2.2% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 30/100, and owners rate it 7.7/10 in the wet from 17 reviews.
How good is the General Altimax One S in the dry?
Across the 4 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the General Altimax One S stops 7.8% longer than premium rivals, 3.9% longer than mid-range rivals and 0.2% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 33/100, and owners rate it 8.6/10 in the dry from 17 reviews.
How many miles does the General Altimax One S last?
Based on test and owner data, the General Altimax One S is expected to last around 25,352 miles (40,800 km).
What do owners say about the General Altimax One S?
Across 17 owner ratings the General Altimax One S averages 78%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 8.6 out of 10 and Road Feedback lowest at 7.4. 7 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 67% of owners score it 70% or better.
What is the General Altimax One S's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the General Altimax One S most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, B for wet grip and 72 dB for noise.
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How comfortable and quiet are the General Altimax One S?
Owners rate the General Altimax One S 7.6 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 16 reviews.
How well do the General Altimax One S wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the General Altimax One S 8.4 out of 10 for wear across 16 reviews. 7 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 6,500 miles.
Would owners buy the General Altimax One S again?
69% of owners say they would buy the General Altimax One S again, based on the 16 owner reviews that answered the question. 50% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What does the General Altimax One S replace?
The General Altimax One S is the successor to the General Altimax Sport in General's range.
What sizes does the General Altimax One S come in?
The General Altimax One S is available in 100 sizes, ranging from 175-295/30-65 R15-20.
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What owners say summarised from 15 reviews

Drivers generally report the General Altimax One S as a safe, comfortable mid-range tire with strong wet-road grip and confident everyday handling. High-scoring reviews frequently praise its value for money and indicate good longevity/tread life over many miles. A recurring downside is that some users find it a bit noisy, and several note it isn't suited to sporty driving or sharp steering feel.

What owners mention most counted across 16 reviews

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Owner ratings averaged from 17 ratings

  • Owner score 78%
  • Dry Grip 86%
  • Wear 84%
  • Wet Grip 77%
  • Handling 76%
  • Comfort 76%
  • Road Feedback 74%

Featured reviews

Most helpful 76%

“I have had a vauxhall Astra K since 2020 October. It came with general altimax one s 225 45 r17 94yxl tires mileage 27000. It is now 2024 October still have the same tires had no issues with them mileage is now 65000...”

  • Vauxhall Astra SRi
  • 38,000 miles
Read full review → 1,065 found this helpful
Most critical 44%

“Got sold these tires as a cheap alternative to big branded tires. They were decent for the 1st year, lacking a bit though. After 10k miles they went to shit and the handling was incredibly poor. I started losing...”

  • Mazda 3 2014
  • 15,000 miles
Read full review → 1,055 found this helpful
Longest term 69%

“Replaced 2 tires in the first 6 months. Side walls are supper soft. Pulled the car off the road on a sidewalk and i had a thorn pierce the sidewall. Good tires… but id rather get something else”

  • Audi A4 Allroad
  • 260,000 miles
Read full review → 8 found this helpful

All 16 General Altimax One S reviews

Score spread across 15 written reviews
69%
Member
Initial Impressions

Replaced 2 tires in the first 6 months. Side walls are supper soft. Pulled the car off the road on a sidewalk and i had a thorn pierce the sidewall. Good tires… but id rather get something else

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 6
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 3
Helpful 8
77%
Member
Initial Impressions

I usually drive long distances between 150-180kmh and they're perfect for that. Great tires with decent grip on cornering and they don't wear as quickly as other mid range tires that I've had before. They seem to be lacking a bit when it comes to braking.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 6
  • Handling 7
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 34
76%
Member
I have had a vauxhall Astra K since 2020 October. It came with general altimax one s 225 45 r17 94yxl tires mileage 27000. It is now 2024 October still have the same tires had no issues with them mileage is now 65000. Still got tread. Driven 38k with them and in all weather conditions and roads. Would definitely recommend these tires.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 7
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 1,065

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57%
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These tires have the thinnest sidewall that I've ever seen. After 4000km on the car, the front tire got a pinhole puncture from a thorn, and the damage is irreparable. Never buying these again
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 5
  • Handling 6
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 1,002
44%
Member
  • Mazda 3 2014
  • 215/45 R18
  • 15,000 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Spirited
Got sold these tires as a cheap alternative to big branded tires. They were decent for the 1st year, lacking a bit though. After 10k miles they went to shit and the handling was incredibly poor. I started losing traction on corners I had previously never had an issue with. These tires are cheap for a reason, they do the job for cheap but if you do a lot of driving I would never suggest them. If you drive to the shops round the corner they're cheap and fine.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 6
  • Road Feedback 6
  • Handling 3
  • Wear 6
  • Comfort 2
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 1,055
64%
Member
  • Citroën C3
  • 205/55 R16
  • 3,000 miles
  • Mostly Country Roads
  • Spirited
its a safe cheap tire but a bit better than the other safe cheap ones... and forget about sport driving ok?
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 5
  • Handling 6
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 4
Helpful 1,038
90%
Member
Great tires, seem to be lasting well and very good grip
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 1,128
78%
Member
  • Citroën C3
  • 205/55 R16 V
  • 1,000 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Average
definetly its not a sport tire. Its a very quiet soft and safe tire that you wont regret buying it.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 6
  • Handling 7
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 1,175
91%
Member
a little noisy but really ıt is very comfortable tire.in wet very good ı prefer all drivers
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 1,027
Member
  • Suzuki
  • 215/55 R17 V
  • 10,000 miles
  • Mostly Town
  • Average
I BOUGHT 4 TYRES Ä°T Ä°S REALLY GOOD I PREFER BUT.A LÄ°TTLE NOÄ°SY
38%
Member
  • BMW 320
  • 225/40 R18
  • 10 miles
  • Mostly Motorways
  • Easy Going
Just bought 4 of them for my e90 bmw 3 series.. Tires are very noisy and has unresponsive steering feel. Looking forward for the day when it is time to switch them
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 5
  • Handling 3
  • Comfort 3
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 1,140
93%
Member
It a second pair of them, never let me down on specially on a wet surface. High recommend.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 1,264
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