Tests – · none yet Owners 59 · 195 reviews
Best test result: #4 of 44 in 2012 Autobild 50 Tyre Braking Test (overall ranking)
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Dunlop Sport Maxx RT vs Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 — Compared
Relative Score (0–100): 60% professional tests, 40% owner reviews.
ADVAN Sport V105 is ahead, 68–62
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Tests 70 · 4 tests Owners 67 · 497 reviews
Best test result: #7 of 9 in 2020 Auto Bild Sportscars Summer tire test R19 (overall ranking)
“Tread Life on the Yokohama Advan Sport V105 I’ve seen lots of posts both on here, and various forums about poor tread life on the stock STi tyres, the Yokohama Advan Sport V105. I made a little video checking the tread around the vehicle and I’ve found so far this is fantastic, 10,000kms in and still with more than 7mm of tread on all four corners. Really interested to know what you’re all getting out of your stock tyres, and if you’ve changed these to anything else? I’m looking at the Michelin PS4S as the next set.”
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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67
Dry
ADVAN Sport V105 +673Why this score
Source Sport Maxx RT ADVAN Sport V105 Professional tests (TWG score) – 73 Reviews found online 67 74 -
68
Wet
ADVAN Sport V105 +472Why this score
Source Sport Maxx RT ADVAN Sport V105 Professional tests (TWG score) – 72 Reviews found online 67 72 -
54
Snow
ADVAN Sport V105 +660Why this score
Source Sport Maxx RT ADVAN Sport V105 Reviews found online 44 54 -
64
Comfort
ADVAN Sport V105 +468Why this score
Source Sport Maxx RT ADVAN Sport V105 Reviews found online 58 67 -
64
Noise
Sport Maxx RT +658Why this score
Source Sport Maxx RT ADVAN Sport V105 Professional tests (TWG score) – 54 Reviews found online 61 65 -
55
Treadwear
ADVAN Sport V105 +1267Why this score
Source Sport Maxx RT ADVAN Sport V105 Professional tests (TWG score) – 70 Reviews found online 48 62 -
64
Handling
ADVAN Sport V105 +771Why this score
Source Sport Maxx RT ADVAN Sport V105 Reviews found online 64 71
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop Sport Maxx RT | Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 62 | 68 |
| Dry | 67 | 73 |
| Wet | 68 | 72 |
| Snow | 54 | 60 |
| Comfort | 64 | 68 |
| Noise | 64 | 58 |
| Treadwear | 55 | 67 |
| Handling | 64 | 71 |
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Headline score
62
/ 100
Sport Maxx RT
68
/ 100
ADVAN Sport V105
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Sport Maxx RT | ADVAN Sport V105 | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 25% #4/44 · 2012 Autobild 50 Tyre Braking Test | 33% #7/9 · 2020 Auto Bild Sportscars Summer tire test R19 | −8.3 | Different tests |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A Sport Maxx RT
Pros
- Outstanding grip and traction in both dry and wet conditions
- High level of ride comfort and low road noise
- Predictable and progressive handling at limits
Cons
- Fast tread wear leading to short tire lifespan
- Prone to developing cracks in the tread blocks or sidewalls prematurely
- Subpar performance in freezing temperatures, snow, or slush
Tire B ADVAN Sport V105
Pros
- Outstanding grip and traction in both dry and wet road conditions
- Sharp, responsive steering feel and high cornering stability
- Competitive pricing offering great value relative to flagship alternatives
Cons
- Faster-than-expected tread wear, particularly under spirited or track driving
- Noticeable road noise on certain vehicles or rough road surfaces
- Subpar performance and lack of confidence in snow and freezing temperatures
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Dunlop Sport Maxx RT
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Tire B
Mixed
Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105
Community discussions reflect mixed impressions regarding the Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105, highlighting both praise for its wet and dry handling along with debates surrounding its tread life. While some drivers report surprisingly durable treadwear and good overall value, others cite reports of poor tread life and note that ride comfort and road noise may trail competitor offerings.
northamericanmotoring.com
“Advan Sport V105 does get a good tirerack review: Comes in 205/55-16 (three models. Mercedes W and V speed rated and 2010 Production) $83-86 each Not as comfortable or quiet as other Max Summer tires but handles well in both dry and wet. If you prefer to keep the 205/50-16 tire size then for street use and daily driving with a slightly higher budget: Michelin Premier A/S Grand Touring All Season $132 each 640 treadwear, V speed rated, 19 lbs. Tirerack test result- Good blend of comfort and handling with much longer treadlife.”
r/WRX
·1 upvote ·2020-03-08
“I’ve seen lots of posts both on here, and various forums about poor tread life on the stock STi tyres, the Yokohama Advan Sport V105. I made a little video checking the tread around the vehicle and I’ve found so far this is fantastic, 10,000kms in and still with more than 7mm of tread on all four corners. Really interested to know what you’re all getting out of your stock tyres, and if you’ve changed these to anything else? I’m looking at the Michelin PS4S as the next set.”
Top themes
#tread life longevity#dry and wet handling#comparison to Michelin PS4S#ride comfort and noise#OEM fitment evaluation#daily driving performance
Based on 7 community posts
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop Sport Maxx RT | B · Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | Summer |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 27 | 144 |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | 16″ – 23″ |
| Tread depth | 9/32″ | 9/32″ |
| UTQG | 240 A A | 240 A A |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | 51 psi |
Which one should you actually buy?
62
/ 100
Dunlop Sport Maxx RT
68
/ 100
Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105
Winner: Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 — better treadwear, handling and dry. Pick the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT if noise matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 scores 67 vs 55 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 scores 71 vs 64 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Dunlop Sport Maxx RT scores 64 vs 58 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 scores 73 vs 67 on dry.
Tire A · Dunlop Sport Maxx RT
Tire B · Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105
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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.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.