Summer tire handling Updated September 2026

Yokohama dB super E spec review

Name: Yokohama dB super E spec
Brand: Yokohama

This tire appears to be discontinued and may no longer be available.

± 8

Relative score from owner reviews only Provisional

Owners 54 · 6 reviews analysed

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Yokohama dB super E spec has a Relative Score of 58 out of 100 among summer tires. 6 owner reviews rate it 54 out of 100. 55% would buy it again.

What owners say

No road-test results yet, so every score here comes from owner reviews found online.

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.

Full methodology

By owner reviews

54/100

From 6 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.

Would buy again 55%

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Wet

Overall wet

Comfort

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Treadwear

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What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 6 owner reviews found online.

The Yokohama dB super E spec is widely praised for its exceptional ride comfort and low noise levels, making it a popular choice for drivers prioritizing a refined cabin experience. However, user experiences regarding tread longevity are polarized, with significant reports of premature wear contrasting with isolated instances of high mileage durability.

Pros

Exceptional noise suppression and quiet operation
Superior ride comfort and bump absorption
Reliable dry weather grip
Smooth handling characteristics for daily commuting

Cons

Inconsistent tread life with reports of rapid wear
Poor performance in snow and slushy conditions
Average wet weather traction compared to premium competitors
Susceptibility to punctures or structural failure in some instances

Worth knowing

Users with lightweight, modestly powered vehicles like the Suzuki Swift reported excellent tread longevity, suggesting the tire performs best under lower-stress applications.
Drivers of compact hatchbacks like the Toyota Yaris and Honda Civic noted significant improvements in cabin quietness and suspension compliance compared to OEM alternatives.