Summer tire Updated October 2026

Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701 review

Name: Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701
Brand: Yokohama

Relative score 60% tests + 40% owners

Owners 59 · 2,186 reviews analysed Road tests 73 · 6 tests

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#daily driving suitability#treadwear and lifespan#budget summer performance#comparison to Michelin#steering feel and turn-in

Owners rate it 13.9 points lower than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.

Two scoring systems, side by side

Owner scores come from reviews found online; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.

How scores work

Relative score: 0–100. Blends road tests (60%) and owner reviews (40%) category by category, the same way on every TireWheelGuide page. With only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from it, so the score stays closer to average. It needs at least one road test or five owner reviews.
Road tests: 0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
Owner reviews: 0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.

By owner reviews

59/100

From 2,186 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.

Would buy again 78%

Dry

Overall dry

68.5

Corner stability

69.8

Dry traction

70.3

Steering response

69.5

Wet

Overall wet

65.3

Wet traction

71.1

Snow & ice

Overall snow & ice

13.8

Comfort

Overall comfort

63.5

Noise

Overall noise

61.1

Treadwear

Overall treadwear

60.8

Handling

Overall handling

71.2

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By road tests

73/100

Scaled across every tested tire: the average gets 70, the best 100.

Dry

77.1

Wet

Comfort

62.5

Noise

74.3

Treadwear

74.1

By discipline (% of best in test)

Dry Braking

82.8%

Dry Handling

35%

Wet Braking

36.1%

Wet Handling

25%

Straight Aquaplaning

30%

Inside Noise level

95%

Subjective Comfort

30%

Rolling Resistance

70%

Price

20%

Wear

35%

Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701 specs & sizes

Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.

Specifications
Tread depth	9/32″
UTQG	300 A A
Sidewall	Blackwall
Max pressure	51 psi

Size	Retailer
185/55 R15	Amazon
195/50 R15	Amazon
195/55 R15	Amazon
205/50 R15	Amazon
205/55 R15	Amazon
195/45 R16	Amazon
195/50 R16	Amazon
195/55 R16	Amazon
205/45 R16	Amazon
205/50 R16	Amazon
205/55 R16	Amazon
215/45 R16	Amazon
215/55 R16	Amazon
225/50 R16	Amazon
225/55 R16	Amazon
195/40 R17	Amazon
195/45 R17	Amazon
205/40 R17	Amazon
205/45 R17	Amazon
205/50 R17	Amazon
205/55 R17	Amazon
215/40 R17	Amazon
215/45 R17	Amazon
215/50 R17	Amazon
215/55 R17	Amazon
225/45 R17	Amazon
225/50 R17	Amazon
225/55 R17	Amazon
235/40 R17	Amazon
235/45 R17	Amazon
245/40 R17	Amazon
255/40 R17	Amazon
205/40 R18	Amazon
215/35 R18	Amazon
215/40 R18	Amazon
215/45 R18	Amazon
225/35 R18	Amazon
225/40 R18	Amazon
225/45 R18	Amazon
225/50 R18	Amazon
235/40 R18	Amazon
235/50 R18	Amazon
235/55 R18	Amazon
245/35 R18	Amazon
245/40 R18	Amazon
245/45 R18	Amazon
255/35 R18	Amazon
255/40 R18	Amazon
255/45 R18	Amazon
265/35 R18	Amazon
275/35 R18	Amazon
275/40 R18	Amazon
225/35 R19	Amazon
225/40 R19	Amazon
225/45 R19	Amazon
235/35 R19	Amazon
235/45 R19	Amazon
245/35 R19	Amazon
245/40 R19	Amazon
255/30 R19	Amazon
255/35 R19	Amazon
265/30 R19	Amazon
275/35 R19	Amazon
275/40 R19	Amazon
225/35 R20	Amazon
245/40 R20	Amazon
255/30 R20	Amazon
275/30 R20	Amazon
275/35 R20	Amazon
285/30 R20	Amazon

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What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 2,186 owner reviews found online.

The Yokohama Advan Fleva V701 is widely praised as an exceptional value-focused Ultra-High-Performance summer tire, offering impressive dry and wet grip that rivals top-tier competitors at a significantly lower price point. Users frequently highlight its comfortable ride quality, low road noise, and precise steering feedback, making it a popular choice for light sports cars and daily drivers alike. While most reviewers report satisfaction with its road manners and handling, a minority note that the tread wear can be faster than expected under aggressive driving conditions.

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
High value and affordability compared to premium tier alternatives
Attractive tread design and sidewall appearance

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
Limited performance in very cold temperatures or near freezing conditions

Worth knowing

Extremely popular among Mazda Miata (MX-5) and Toyota MR2 Spyder owners, who praise the tire's ability to fit harder-to-find smaller enthusiast sizes (such as 15-inch and 16-inch wheels) while complementing light-weight handling.
Owners of hatchbacks and compact performance cars (like the Honda Fit, Mini Cooper, and Fiat 500) note that the tire significantly improves daily comfort and reduces cabin noise compared to stiffer factory options.
Some drivers utilizing these tires on heavier or higher-horsepower sedans noted that the softer sidewalls can feel slightly less sharp during high-speed maneuvers compared to dedicated track-focused rubber.

6 published test appearances

Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.

2022 Consumer Reports Ultra High Performance Summer Tires · 215/60R18

6th of 22

Discipline	Placement	Field position
Tested Tread Life (Miles)	2nd of 22

Source: Consumer Reports

2019 Auto Bild Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17

14th of 20

Best: Noise · 2nd Weakest: Wet Braking · 19th

Discipline	Placement	Field position
Wet Braking	19th of 20
Wet Handling	16th of 20
Dry Braking	6th of 20
Dry Handling	14th of 20
Rolling Resistance	7th of 20
Straight Aqua	15th of 20
Subj. Comfort	17th of 20
Noise	2nd of 20
Value	17th of 20
Price	17th of 20
Wear	14th of 20
Total Cost of Ownership	14th of 20

Source: Auto Bild

2019 Summer 53 tire Braking Shootout · 225/45 R17

16th of 45

Best: Dry Braking · 8th Weakest: Wet Braking · 21st

Discipline	Placement	Field position
Wet Braking	21st of 45
Dry Braking	8th of 45

Source: Auto Bild

2018 Auto Review 225/45 R17 tire Test · 225/45 R17

9th of 11

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Autoreview

2017 Auto Bild Summer tire Test · 225/50 R17

19th of 20

Best: Dry Braking · 5th Weakest: Wet Handling · 19th

Discipline	Placement	Field position
Wet Braking	18th of 20
Wet Handling	19th of 20
Dry Braking	5th of 20
Dry Handling	9th of 20
Wear	9th of 20

Source: Auto Bild

2017 Auto Bild Summer tire Shootout · 225/50 R17

15th of 43

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Bild

What owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of the scores above.

Community discussions around the Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701 primarily consist of prospective buyers asking about daily drivability, treadwear longevity, and value compared to premium alternatives. Those considering or using them note solid availability in smaller or niche wheel sizes and appreciate their accessible price point. The limited direct experiential feedback praises responsive turn-in, stiffer sidewalls, and decent ride comfort compared to rival sporty summer tires.

fiestastforum.com

“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.”

2022-11-30

r/TyreReviews ·2 upvotes

“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.”

2026-06-06

r/Civic_Type_R ·3 upvotes

“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 ?”

2026-09-05

alltrac.net

“Online reviews in general are such a crapshoot. So many times you see products with diametrically opposed opinions. It's tough to sift through to figure out what may be true for your own application/situation. I'm sure part of the reason less people buy the Vredestein is brand recognition. Like underscore...I would say I've never heard of them...other than that I have seen their brand as I've been looking for tires to go on my 15" OZ rally wheels. They had a tire in an uncommon 215-50-15. Since you have first hand experience that is positive, that's probably worth more than 99% of online reviews. I'll probably go with Yokohama Advan Fleva v701 in 205-55-15 eventually. I've seen glowing reviews for them and reviews that say they are garbage. I'd like to get Yokohama Advan HF Type-D for their period correctness, and because I just think they look cool ( and isn't that what's most important in a tire? ) ...but they are difficult to get in the States. Well, maybe not difficult, just costly. When I looked on Nengun, it was about $650 for shipping on a set of 4. Most UK & European suppliers I've found won't even ship them to the US. But I'm getting way off topic here.”

2025-04-09

r/mr2 ·2 upvotes

“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.”

2025-05-24

Sentiment breakdown

Positive18%

Mixed82%

Top themes

#daily driving suitability#treadwear and lifespan#budget summer performance#comparison to Michelin#steering feel and turn-in#wheel sizing availability

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