78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
80/100
79 owner reviews
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Updated May 2026
Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD07 vs Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 — Compared (May 2026)
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79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
82/100
100 owner reviews
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VerdictToo close to call: Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD07 and Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 are within 2 points overall. Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 is stronger on handling.
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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 AD08 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | ADVAN Neova AD07 | Advan Neova AD08 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 94 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ADVAN Neova AD07 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | ADVAN Neova AD07 | Advan Neova AD08 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 72 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Advan Neova AD08 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | ADVAN Neova AD07 | Advan Neova AD08 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 74 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ADVAN Neova AD07 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | ADVAN Neova AD07 | Advan Neova AD08 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Advan Neova AD08 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | ADVAN Neova AD07 | Advan Neova AD08 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 90 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD07 | Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 79 |
| Dry | 91 | 93 |
| Wet | 72 | 71 |
| Comfort | 76 | 77 |
| Treadwear | 75 | 74 |
| Handling | 82 | 90 |
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78
/ 100
Tire A
79
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Yokohama Advan Neova AD07 is widely regarded as a high-performance, track-oriented tire that excels in dry grip, steering feedback, and predictability. While it is highly praised for its communicative nature and progressive breakaway characteristics, users note that it is an 'endurance' style 200TW tire rather than a 'super 200' compound, meaning it prioritizes longevity and consistency over absolute peak lap times.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and steering precision
- Highly predictable and progressive breakaway behavior
- Excellent durability and tread life for a track-capable tire
- Strong communication and feedback near the limit
Cons
- Can become 'greasy' or lose grip during extended, high-heat track sessions
- Higher road noise compared to standard summer tires
- Performance in wet conditions is adequate but requires caution
- Premium price point compared to some competitors
Observations
- Owners of lightweight sports cars, such as the Lotus Elise, report that the tire significantly improves handling stability and reduces twitchiness compared to OE-spec alternatives.
- High-horsepower vehicles (500+ whp) generally find the tire effective for street traction, though some users note that it may not match the ultimate grip of dedicated 'super 200' tires on track.
The Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 (and its successor, the AD09) is widely regarded as a premier dual-purpose tire that excels in dry-weather performance and steering feedback. While it offers impressive grip and predictability for track days and spirited canyon driving, users note that it requires proper heat management and can become greasy if overdriven or pushed beyond its thermal limits.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and high-speed stability
- Sharp, communicative steering response and feedback
- Stiff sidewall construction providing excellent turn-in precision
- Surprisingly good wet-weather performance for a 200TW tire
- Better tread life and durability compared to many dedicated track-focused tires
Cons
- Can become 'greasy' or lose grip when overheated during extended track sessions
- Increased road noise compared to standard summer tires
- Susceptibility to aquaplaning in deep standing water
- Potential for tread chunking if driven aggressively on highly abrasive track surfaces
Observations
- Lightweight sports cars (e.g., Lotus Elise, Mazda MX-5) report high satisfaction with the tire's responsiveness and feedback.
- High-horsepower vehicles (e.g., 500+ whp M340i, 700whp builds) note that the tire provides excellent traction for street use, though some users with 400+ hp suggest even stickier compounds for pure drag-strip performance.
- Users on 20-inch wheels occasionally report issues with tire uniformity or balancing, though this is less common on smaller diameter setups.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD07 | B · Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | 9/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 180 A A | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
78
/ 100
Yokohama
79
/ 100
Yokohama
Too close to call: Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD07 and Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 are within 2 points overall. Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 is stronger on handling.
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You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 scores 90 vs 82 on handling.
Tire A · Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD07
Tire B · Yokohama Advan Neova AD08
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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.