Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 review
Relative score 60% tests + 40% owners
Owners 67 · 497 reviews analysed Road tests 70 · 16 tests
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Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 is the flagship of the Japanese tire manufacturer. It is a premium model designed for summer use on powerful sports cars. It features perfectly balanced characteristics both on dry and wet surfaces, stable light handling, maneuverability, and comfort.
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
67/100From 497 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.
By road tests
70/100Scaled across every tested tire: the average gets 70, the best 100.
Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 9/32″ |
| UTQG | 240 A A |
| Sidewall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 51 psi |
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What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 497 owner reviews found online.
The Yokohama Advan Sport V105 receives generally favorable reviews from drivers, praised for its exceptional dry and wet grip, sharp steering response, and strong overall value compared to tier-one competitors. While many users appreciate its smooth and predictable handling, a subset of drivers note accelerated tread wear and occasional complaints regarding road noise or reduced performance in freezing winter conditions.
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
- Smooth and comfortable ride quality outperforming stiff run-flats
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
Worth knowing
- Frequently praised as an ideal Original Equipment (OE) match for lightweight sports cars like the Mazda MX-5 and Lotus Elise, delivering agile handling and responsive feedback.
- Owners transitioning from heavy run-flat tires on luxury sedans (such as BMW and Mercedes models) reported significant improvements in primary ride comfort and reduced impact harshness.
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16 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
16th of 22
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Tested Tread Life (Miles) | 6th of 22 |
Source: Consumer Reports
2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch tire Test · 265/35 R19
8th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 8th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 5th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 10th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 10 | |
| Noise | 9th of 10 | |
| Price | 6th of 10 |
Source: Auto Bild
2020 tire Market Overview Braking Test · 245/45 R18
26th of 49
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 29th of 49 | |
| Dry Braking | 20th of 49 |
Source: Auto Bild
2020 Auto Bild Sportscars Summer tire test R19 · 245/35R19
7th of 9
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Bild Sportscars
2018 Test World Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
13th of 16
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 16th of 16 | |
| Wet Handling | 11th of 16 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 16 | |
| Straight Aqua | 9th of 16 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 10th of 16 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 9th of 16 | |
| Noise | 15th of 16 |
Source: Test World
2016 EVO Summer Performance tire Test · 235/35 R19
3rd of 9
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: evo
2016 Auto Express Summer tire Test · 225/40 R18
8th of 9
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Express
2016 AutoBild UHP Summer tire Test · 255/35 R20
4th of 6
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Bild
2016 GTU Performance Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
11th of 14
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: GTÜ
2016 ADAC tire Test - 225/45 R17 · 225/45 R17
8th of 16
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: ADAC
2015 EVO Magazine Performance tire Test · 225/40 R18
2nd of 10
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: evo
2015 Auto Express tire Test · 225/45 R17
7th of 11
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Express
2015 AZ 225/40 R18 Summer tire Test · 225/40 R18
8th of 14
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
2014 Auto Zeitung Summer tire Test · 225/50 R17
11th of 12
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Zeitung
2014 Auto Bild 50 Summer tire Shootout · 225/50 R17
17th of 49
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Bild
2013 Auto Express Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
6th of 10
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Express
About the Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105
Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 tires came to replace ADVAN Sport V103 model in 2012. Its appearance was preceded by an entrenched trend on the market, which requires a premium car tire with high-speed capabilities and increased comfort. The development of the V105 with the participation of Mercedes-Benz engineers took place in the research center "Nürburgring" - one of the most famous racing circuits in the world. This led to the fact that even before the appearance of these UHP-tires in the retail network, they have already been homologated by the German automobile concern for a number of models.
The basis of ADVAN Sport V105 tires is the experience, implemented in the previous model. The composition of the rubber mixture, internal construction, and tread pattern has been improved.
To improve accuracy and reduce response time to steering wheel turns, the model received a new internal structure called Matrix Rayon Body Ply, borrowed from Yokohama tires participating in various races of world motorsports. This bent at a certain angle carcass is turned out to the inner side of ADVAN Sport V105 tread, which significantly increased circumferential stiffness of the tire, due to what, actually, the responsiveness to the slightest actions of the driver was increased.
Watch: Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105
What owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of the scores above.
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.
From 7 threads and comments.
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