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Uniroyal RainSport 5 vs Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701 — Compared

Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 12 + 4 road tests and 4,560 + 2,195 owner reviews. How we score

ADVAN Fleva V701 leads, 69–66 Narrow edge

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Uniroyal RainSport 5
Tire AUniroyal

RainSport 5

Summer

± 6

Tests 67 · 12 tests Owners 65 · 4,560 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 50 in 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test (straight aquaplaning)

“Odlicne. Malo se brze trose ali drže ko lude. Imao 2 seta rainsport 3 i jedan set rainsport 5. Nažalost, na novom autu je dimenzija u kojoj nema rainsporta tako da uopce ne znam sta da kupim”

Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701
Tire BYokohama

ADVAN Fleva V701

Summer

± 6

Tests 73 · 4 tests Owners 57 · 2,195 reviews

Best test result: #2 of 22 in 2022 Consumer Reports Ultra High Performance Summer Tires (tested tread life (miles))

“I just got the Yokohama Advan Fleva V701's and I like them a lot. The turn in is quicker and the feel is better than the Indy 500's that I had before. They feel more solid and less vague.The sidewall seems a bit stiffer, but somehow the ride is not as harsh.”

Category by category

Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.

  1. 56

    Dry

    ADVAN Fleva V701 +18
    74
    Why this score
    SourceRainSport 5ADVAN Fleva V701
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 11 / 3 tests5478
    Reviews found online5868

    RainSport 5: 60% × 54.4 + 40% × 57.8 = 56

    ADVAN Fleva V701: 60% × 77.7 + 40% × 67.5 = 74

  2. 83

    Wet

    RainSport 5 +16
    67
    Why this score
    SourceRainSport 5ADVAN Fleva V701
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 11 / 3 tests8770
    Reviews found online7664

    RainSport 5: 60% × 87 + 40% × 76.4 = 83

    ADVAN Fleva V701: 60% × 70 + 40% × 63.7 = 67

  3. –

    Snow

    No comparison
    36
    Why this score
    SourceRainSport 5ADVAN Fleva V701
    Professional tests (TWG score)–≈ 52 (est.)
    Reviews found online–12

    ADVAN Fleva V701: 60% × 52 (est.) + 40% × 12.3 = 36

    No road tests of snow for ADVAN Fleva V701. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.32).

  4. 68

    Comfort

    RainSport 5 +6
    62
    Why this score
    SourceRainSport 5ADVAN Fleva V701
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 1 tests≈ 68 (est.)62
    Reviews found online6761

    RainSport 5: 40% × 68.4 (est.) + 60% × 67.3 = 68

    ADVAN Fleva V701: 40% × 62.4 + 60% × 60.9 = 62

    No road tests of comfort for RainSport 5. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.20).

  5. 71

    Noise

    RainSport 5 +2
    69
    Why this score
    SourceRainSport 5ADVAN Fleva V701
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 3 / 1 tests7475
    Reviews found online≈ 66 (est.)60

    RainSport 5: 60% × 73.6 + 40% × 66.4 (est.) = 71

    ADVAN Fleva V701: 60% × 74.6 + 40% × 59.7 = 69

    No owner ratings of noise for RainSport 5. The owner half is the owners’ average (66): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests, so the tests say nothing about how owners would rate it.

  6. 58

    Treadwear

    ADVAN Fleva V701 +11
    69
    Why this score
    SourceRainSport 5ADVAN Fleva V701
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 5 / 3 tests5775
    Reviews found online6159

    RainSport 5: 60% × 56.6 + 40% × 60.6 = 58

    ADVAN Fleva V701: 60% × 75.2 + 40% × 59.3 = 69

  7. 62

    Handling (owners)

    ADVAN Fleva V701 +10
    72
    Why this score
    SourceRainSport 5ADVAN Fleva V701
    Reviews found online6272
  8. 56

    Efficiency

    ADVAN Fleva V701 +15
    71
    Why this score
    SourceRainSport 5ADVAN Fleva V701
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 4 / 1 tests5671
Scores at a glance
Uniroyal RainSport 5 vs Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryUniroyal RainSport 5Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701
Relative Score 66 69
Dry 56 74
Wet 83 67
Snow – 36
Comfort 68 62
Noise 71 69
Treadwear 58 69
Handling (owners) 62 72
Efficiency 56 71

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Headline score
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RainSport 5

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ADVAN Fleva V701

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

The professional test results behind the scores

Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.

DisciplineCategoryRainSport 5ADVAN Fleva V701ΔHead-to-head
Dry Braking Dry 88% #33/50 · 2026 Summer Braking Super Tyre Test - How do 52 Tyres Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? 97% #8/45 · 2019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking Shootout – Different tests
Dry Handling Dry 98% #20/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test 98% #14/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test – Different tests
Straight Aquaplaning Wet 98% #2/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test 92% #15/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test – Different tests
Wet Braking Wet 86% #18/50 · 2026 Summer Braking Super Tyre Test - How do 52 Tyres Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? 87% #21/45 · 2019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking Shootout – Different tests
Wet Handling Wet 98% #7/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test 95% #16/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test – Different tests
Noise Noise 99% #5/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test 100% #2/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test – Different tests
Wear Treadwear 61% #10/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test 66% #14/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test – Different tests
Rolling Resistance Efficiency 94% #7/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test 82% #7/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test – Different tests
Also published by the testers (not in the score)
Price Cost 79% #7/20 · 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test 71% #17/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test – Different tests
Total Cost of Ownership Cost #7/20 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test #14/20 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test – Different tests
Value Cost 69% #8/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test 57% #17/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test – Different tests
Overall Ranking Overall #24/50 2026 Summer Braking Super Tyre Test - How do 52 Tyres Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? #6/22 2022 Consumer Reports Ultra High Performance Summer Tires – Different tests

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A RainSport 5

Pros

  • Outstanding wet weather traction and aquaplaning resistance
  • High level of ride comfort and low road noise
  • Good dry grip for everyday, normal driving conditions

Cons

  • Soft sidewalls lead to vague handling and a 'floating' or boat-like feel in corners
  • Faster tread wear reported by some users, especially with enthusiastic driving
  • Lack of steering feedback and precision for spirited or track driving
All owner themes in the RainSport 5 review

Tire B ADVAN Fleva V701

Pros

  • Exceptional dry and wet grip for the price point
  • Noticeably quieter and more comfortable than many competing UHP tires
  • Precise steering response and good road feedback

Cons

  • Faster-than-average tread wear reported by aggressive drivers
  • Some complaints regarding soft sidewalls leading to initial turn-in delay or tramlining
  • Occasional reports of elevated road noise depending on the vehicle and road surface
All owner themes in the ADVAN Fleva V701 review

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Uniroyal RainSport 5

Positive

Community sentiment towards the Uniroyal RainSport 5 is largely positive, with frequent praise for its outstanding wet grip, comfortable ride, and solid value as a mid-range tire. While many drivers consider it an ideal option for wet climates and light hot hatches, several users note that it wears out relatively quickly compared to premium alternatives.

r/TyreReviews ·2 upvotes ·2026-04-07

“I got Rainsport 5 and they are above average very impressive grip in the wet low tyre noise as well.”

r/ItalyMotori ·1 upvote ·2025-06-16

“Uniroyal rainsport 5 Ciao a tutti, Ho un dubbio: sto montando i pneumatici indicati sul titolo ma, pur non avendo un disegno speculare tra interno ed esterno non indicano il verso di rotazione. E’indicato solo interno ed esterno. Allego foto pneumatico anteriore dx. È indifferente se questo pneumatico l’avessi montato sulla parte anteriore sx ? Read more”

r/GolfGTI ·2 upvotes ·2023-10-12

“Michelin PS4/PS5 Vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs Uniroyal Rainsport 5? Thanks again for you oil related answers! Looks like my front cheap dealership tyres need to be changed and I have decided to go for a much better performance oriented tyre. I have limited my options down to these 3 as per recommendations among other owners and reviews I've read. Although they all seem to be very evenly matched to one another. I noticed the price is where they differ. The Uniroyals, although well sued and recommended among the community (including the tyre saleswoman who has a wrx), are €90 a tyre which isn't so bad. The goodyears are €97 per tyre and finally the Michelins are the most expensive at an impressive €122 for PS4's and €130 for PS5s. Is the price hike worth it? or would it better to settle for the more affordable but still capable goodyears and Uniroyals? my GTI is my daily and fun car so something capable of both would be great thanks!”

Top themes
#wet weather grip#value and pricing#tread wear and longevity#UK climate suitability#mid-range versus premium#road noise and comfort

Based on 21 community posts

Tire B

Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701

Positive

The community generally views the Yokohama Advan Fleva V701 as a strong, high-value summer tire ideal for daily driving, spirited backroad runs, and wet weather conditions. Drivers praise its sharp turn-in, stiff sidewalls, and dependable grip compared to other budget or mid-tier alternatives, though some debate its lifespan and how it stacks up against premium options like Michelin.

r/Civic_Type_R ·3 upvotes ·2026-09-05

“Suggestiona on tyres Hi everyone, Just wanted to ask if you guys ever had Yokohama Advan Fleva V701. My FK2 has nearly 400bhp and I’m not using it daily anymore as I want it to preserve the baby. My drive is a bit aggressive occasionally but nothing crazy or track day as I don’t have the time. I would like to know if you guys ever had this specific type of tyre. What you think about? They’re actually good? I wouldn’t like to buy again the Michelin pilot sport 4s which I found absolutely rubbish. I found those yoko for the decent price of 98£ each. So I buy it or should I move to Pirelli PZero pZ4 sport ?”

r/mr2 ·2 upvotes ·2025-05-24

“Yokohama advan fleva v701? Currently looking at stock sizes for my 99 MRS and the v701s are the only decent set I can find. I live in Canada and I was planning on ordering them for next week, and just thought to do one more validation check before driving out to Bellingham. Pretty new to picking out my own tires, trying to also stay within 550-600usd or maxish 800-850cad including tax if possible.”

r/TyreReviews ·2 upvotes ·2026-06-06

“Yokohama Advan Fleva V701 in 2026 Do they make sense today? I’d put them on a hatchback (1300kg) and I usually drive up to 180-200 km/h with quick accelerations and curves in my daily. Weather is usually sunny, but sometimes it rains. Are them still a safe and a good choice, or are there some other brands that should result better for my driving style (and for my 215/45 r18 rims)? Thanks in advance.”

Top themes
#Daily driving comfort#Wet and dry grip#Spirited backroad handling#Value for money#Tire wear and lifespan#Sidewall stiffness

Based on 22 community posts

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Uniroyal RainSport 5 B · Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701
CategorySummerSummer
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available10470
Rim diameters15″ – 21″15″ – 20″
Tread depth—9/32″
UTQG—300 A A
Sidewall—Blackwall
Max pressure—51 psi
Sizes in common6060

Which one should you actually buy?

Uniroyal RainSport 5

Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701

Narrow edge: Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701 — better dry, efficiency and treadwear. Pick the Uniroyal RainSport 5 if wet and comfort matter most to you.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701 scores 74 vs 56 on dry.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Uniroyal RainSport 5 scores 83 vs 67 on wet.

Pick tire B You want lower fuel or energy use

Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701 scores 71 vs 56 on efficiency.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701 scores 69 vs 58 on treadwear.

Tire A · Uniroyal RainSport 5
Tire B · Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701

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RainSport 5 or ADVAN Fleva V701?

Which is better in the wet, RainSport 5 or ADVAN Fleva V701?

Uniroyal RainSport 5, 83 vs 67 on our wet score.

Which grips better on dry roads, RainSport 5 or ADVAN Fleva V701?

Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701, 74 vs 56 on our dry score.

Which is quieter, RainSport 5 or ADVAN Fleva V701?

Neither, by our numbers: 71 vs 69 on the noise score, within 3 points.

Which is more comfortable, RainSport 5 or ADVAN Fleva V701?

Uniroyal RainSport 5, 68 vs 62 on our comfort score.

Which lasts longer, RainSport 5 or ADVAN Fleva V701?

Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701, 69 vs 58 on our treadwear score.

Which rolls more easily, RainSport 5 or ADVAN Fleva V701?

Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701, 71 vs 56 on our efficiency score.

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.

Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.

Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology