67
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
64/100
70 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Dunlop SP Sport 9000 vs Yokohama Advan Sport AS — 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.
VS
Tire B
Yokohama
Yokohama Advan Sport AS
73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
67/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
74/100
12 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama Advan Sport AS — better comfort, handling and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
7 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)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 9000 | Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 70 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 9000 | Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 58 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 73 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 9000 | Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 60 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Advan Sport AS leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 9000 | Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 78 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 90 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 9000 | Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 76 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Advan Sport AS leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 9000 | Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 80 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Advan Sport AS leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 9000 | Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 61 | 73 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport 9000 | Yokohama Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 67 | 73 |
| Dry | 77 | 77 |
| Wet | 67 | 67 |
| Snow | – | 60 |
| Comfort | 65 | 80 |
| Noise | – | 76 |
| Treadwear | 66 | 71 |
| Handling | 61 | 73 |
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Headline score
67
/ 100
Tire A
73
/ 100
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.
The Dunlop SP Sport 9000 is a polarizing performance tire that receives mixed reviews regarding its wet-weather capabilities and noise levels. While many users praise its dry-road handling and aesthetic appeal, a significant portion of owners report issues with rapid tread wear, high road noise, and inconsistent traction in wet or cold conditions.
Pros
- Strong dry-weather handling and cornering stability
- Predictable and progressive grip characteristics for many users
- Attractive, distinctive tread pattern
- Competitive price point compared to other premium performance brands
Cons
- High levels of road noise that often worsen as the tire wears
- Rapid and inconsistent tread life
- Poor wet-weather performance and hydroplaning resistance for many drivers
- Harsh ride quality, particularly on run-flat or low-profile variants
Observations
- High-horsepower vehicles (e.g., C63 AMG, 350z) frequently report difficulty with off-the-line traction and excessive wheel spin.
- Users with heavy sedans or those carrying heavy loads noted significantly accelerated tread wear.
- Drivers of vehicles with specific suspension setups (e.g., Jaguar X-Type) reported issues with sidewall integrity and premature tire failure.
The Yokohama Advan Sport AS is generally regarded as a competent, budget-friendly performance tire that excels in comfort and dry-road handling. While many users appreciate the value proposition and smooth ride quality, there is a notable divide regarding tread longevity and wet-weather performance, with some users reporting premature wear and stability concerns.
Pros
- Excellent value for the price, especially when sourced as discounted inventory
- Smooth and quiet ride quality
- Strong dry-road grip and cornering performance
- Improved acceleration times compared to previous sets
Cons
- Significant concerns regarding rapid tread wear and short lifespan
- Inconsistent performance in wet or cool conditions
- Lack of high-end performance feedback for spirited driving
- Potential for stability issues at highway speeds
Observations
- Users transitioning from run-flat tires to this standard construction report improved ride comfort.
- One user noted superior tread longevity on an electric vehicle compared to their previous Pirelli tires.
- Performance-oriented drivers found the tire insufficient for track-day longevity, noting rapid degradation after limited use.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport 9000 | B · Yokohama Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | — |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| Tread depth | — | 11/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 440 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 50,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
67
/ 100
Dunlop
73
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama Advan Sport AS — better comfort, handling and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama Advan Sport AS scores 80 vs 65 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama Advan Sport AS scores 73 vs 61 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama Advan Sport AS scores 71 vs 66 on treadwear.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport 9000
Tire B · Yokohama Advan Sport AS
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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.