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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Michelin Pilot Sport 3 vs Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS — Compared (May 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.

Michelin Pilot Sport 3 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
71/100
Owner ratings
Dry
93
Wet
86
Comfort
79
Noise
77
Treadwear
70
Handling
92

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Yokohama

Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS

Summer Trackday and Competition tires

Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
77/100
107 owner reviews
Dry
86
Wet
69
Comfort
75
Noise
–
Treadwear
78
Handling
72

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Michelin Pilot Sport 3 — better handling, wet and dry. Pick the Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS if treadwear matters most to you.
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Category breakdown

6 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Pilot Sport 3 leads by 7
A — Michelin Pilot Sport 3
93
B — Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS
86
Why this score
SourcePilot Sport 3ADVAN Neova AD08RS
Tire Rack owners 93 –
Tyre Reviews owners – 74

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Pilot Sport 3 leads by 17
A — Michelin Pilot Sport 3
86
B — Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS
69
Why this score
SourcePilot Sport 3ADVAN Neova AD08RS
Tire Rack owners 85 –
Tyre Reviews owners – 65

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Pilot Sport 3 leads by 4
A — Michelin Pilot Sport 3
79
B — Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS
75
Why this score
SourcePilot Sport 3ADVAN Neova AD08RS
Tire Rack owners 81 –
Tyre Reviews owners – 68

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Michelin Pilot Sport 3
77
B — Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS
–

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) ADVAN Neova AD08RS leads by 8
A — Michelin Pilot Sport 3
70
B — Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS
78
Why this score
SourcePilot Sport 3ADVAN Neova AD08RS
Tire Rack owners 73 –
Tyre Reviews owners – 81

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Pilot Sport 3 leads by 20
A — Michelin Pilot Sport 3
92
B — Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS
72
Why this score
SourcePilot Sport 3ADVAN Neova AD08RS
Tyre Reviews owners – 72

Scores at a glance

Michelin Pilot Sport 3 vs Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryMichelin Pilot Sport 3Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS
Relative Score 83 75
Dry 93 86
Wet 86 69
Comfort 79 75
Noise 77 –
Treadwear 70 78
Handling 92 72

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Headline score

Tire A

Tire B

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

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Michelin Pilot Sport 3

Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.

Tire B Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS

The Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS is a polarizing tire that serves as a durable, long-lasting street-oriented performance tire rather than a dedicated track semi-slick. While many users criticize it for failing to match the legendary dry grip and track-day performance of its predecessor, the AD08R, it is widely praised by those who prioritize longevity, consistent handling, and daily drivability over ultimate lap times.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread life and durability compared to traditional 200TW track tires.
  • Predictable and stable handling characteristics for spirited street driving.
  • Surprisingly capable in wet conditions for a tire with this tread pattern.
  • Consistent performance across a wide range of temperatures without overheating.

Cons

  • Significant reduction in dry grip and 'bite' compared to the previous AD08R model.
  • Frequent reports of audible squealing when approaching the limit, which can be misleading to drivers.
  • Harder compound requires more aggressive driving or specific pressure management to reach optimal operating temperature.
  • Not suitable for competitive track use where maximum mechanical grip is required.

Observations

  • Users with lightweight, mid-engine platforms (e.g., Lotus Elise, MR2) report better satisfaction with the tire's balance and predictability.
  • High-horsepower RWD vehicles often struggle with traction, with some users noting the tire is insufficient for cars exceeding 400hp.
  • Drivers of FWD hatchbacks appreciate the tire's longevity for dual-purpose road and occasional track use.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Michelin Pilot Sport 3 B · Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS
Category—Summer Trackday and Competition tires
Vehicle type—Passenger Car / Crossover
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Michelin

Yokohama

Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport 3 — better handling, wet and dry. Pick the Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS if treadwear matters most to you.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Michelin Pilot Sport 3 scores 92 vs 72 on handling.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Michelin Pilot Sport 3 scores 86 vs 69 on wet.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS scores 78 vs 70 on treadwear.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

Michelin Pilot Sport 3 scores 93 vs 86 on dry.

Tire A · Michelin Pilot Sport 3
Tire B · Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08RS

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.