74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
65/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
86/100
2 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 vs Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08R — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
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80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
82/100
115 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08R — better wet, comfort and dry. Pick the Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 if treadwear matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
5 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
ADVAN Neova AD08R leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Ventus RS3 Z222 | ADVAN Neova AD08R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 58 | 67 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 95 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 91% | 96% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 100% | 100% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ADVAN Neova AD08R leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | Ventus RS3 Z222 | ADVAN Neova AD08R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 49 | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 73 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 82% | 95% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
ADVAN Neova AD08R leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Ventus RS3 Z222 | ADVAN Neova AD08R |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 70 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ventus RS3 Z222 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Ventus RS3 Z222 | ADVAN Neova AD08R |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 72 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Ventus RS3 Z222 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Ventus RS3 Z222 | ADVAN Neova AD08R |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 93 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 | Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08R |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 80 |
| Dry | 75 | 78 |
| Wet | 59 | 81 |
| Comfort | 65 | 75 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 74 |
| Handling | 95 | 93 |
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Headline score
74
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 100
Tire B
Test data
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 | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 91% #4/5 · 2019 17 inch Track Day Tyre Test | 96% #3/5 · 2019 17 inch Track Day Tyre Test | -5.5 | Same test |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 100% #4/5 · 2019 17 inch Track Day Tyre Test | 100% #3/5 · 2019 17 inch Track Day Tyre Test | 0 | Same test |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 33% #3/5 · 2019 17 inch Track Day Tyre Test | 50% #2/5 · 2019 17 inch Track Day Tyre Test | -16.7 | Same test |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 70% #5/5 · 2019 17 inch Track Day Tyre Test | 70% #4/5 · 2019 17 inch Track Day Tyre Test | 0 | Same test |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 82% #5/5 · 2019 17 inch Track Day Tyre Test | 95% #2/5 · 2019 17 inch Track Day Tyre Test | -13.3 | Same test |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 is highly regarded as a top-tier extreme performance tire that offers exceptional dry grip and predictable handling. Users consistently praise its ability to balance track-day capabilities with daily-driving usability, noting significant improvements over its predecessor and competing performance tires.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip with minimal warm-up time required
- Predictable and progressive handling characteristics
- Superior wet weather performance compared to typical semi-slick tires
- Impressive durability and tread life for an extreme performance compound
Cons
- Limited suitability for snow or freezing conditions
- Performance is highly dependent on achieving optimal operating temperature
- Stiff sidewall construction may impact ride comfort for some users
Observations
- Users report the tire remains effective for both daily commuting and occasional track use, demonstrating versatility across different driving styles.
- The 180 treadwear rating provides a balance of grip and longevity that exceeds expectations for the extreme performance category.
The Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08R is widely regarded as a high-performance, track-oriented tire that excels in dry grip, steering precision, and communicative feedback. While it offers impressive capabilities for spirited driving and track days, users note that it requires heat to reach peak performance and can be noisy and stiff for daily commuting.
Pros
- Exceptional dry pavement grip and cornering stability
- Razor-sharp steering response and high-quality road feedback
- Predictable and progressive breakaway characteristics at the limit
- Stiff sidewall construction that enhances handling precision
Cons
- High levels of road noise, often described as a humming or bearing-like sound
- Stiff ride quality that can compromise daily driving comfort
- Performance degradation in standing water or heavy rain
- Rapid tread wear, particularly when subjected to frequent track use
Observations
- Users with lightweight, agile vehicles (e.g., Lotus Elise, GT86) report that the tire significantly enhances turn-in and handling precision.
- Drivers of high-horsepower, rear-wheel-drive vehicles note that the tire provides excellent traction for launches but can be sensitive to tire pressure management to avoid overheating.
- Some users with staggered setups on specific platforms (e.g., Focus ST) noted that incorrect sizing can lead to rubbing issues due to the tire's stiff, reinforced sidewall profile.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 | B · Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08R |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer Trackday and Competition tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
74
/ 100
Hankook
80
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08R — better wet, comfort and dry. Pick the Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08R scores 81 vs 59 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08R scores 75 vs 65 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 scores 80 vs 74 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08R scores 78 vs 75 on dry.
Tire A · Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222
Tire B · Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08R
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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) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.