66
/ 100
Objective (60%)
69/100
6 professional tests
User signal (40%)
70/100
142 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Avon ZV7 vs Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 — 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
79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
4 professional tests
User signal (40%)
82/100
60 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 — better noise, treadwear and handling. Pick the Avon ZV7 if comfort matters most to you.
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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)
ADVAN Sport V105 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | ZV7 | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 71 | 68 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 89 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 90% | 91% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 97% | 98% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ADVAN Sport V105 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | ZV7 | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 66 | 80 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 89% | 83% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 96% | 97% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | ZV7 | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
ZV7 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | ZV7 | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 56 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 77 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 97 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
ADVAN Sport V105 leads by 42
Why this score
| Source | ZV7 | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 50 | 93 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ADVAN Sport V105 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | ZV7 | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 69 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 56 | 76 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
ADVAN Sport V105 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | ZV7 | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 83 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 82 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon ZV7 | Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 66 | 79 |
| Dry | 75 | 77 |
| Wet | 70 | 81 |
| Snow | – | 80 |
| Comfort | 77 | 65 |
| Noise | 50 | 92 |
| Treadwear | 56 | 77 |
| Handling | 71 | 83 |
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Headline score
66
/ 100
Tire A
79
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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 | 90% #17/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 91% #20/49 · 2020 Tyre Market Overview Braking Test | -0.9 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 97% #18/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 98% #5/10 · 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test | -1.4 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 81% #6/14 · 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | 69% #9/9 · 2022/23 Tyre Reviews 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test | +12.3 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 96% #5/14 · 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | 100% #15/16 · 2018 Test World Summer Tyre Test | -3.4 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 89% #15/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 68% #6/10 · 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test | +20.7 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 2% #42/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 4% #26/49 · 2020 Tyre Market Overview Braking Test | -1.5 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 97% #2/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 94% #4/10 · 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test | +2.5 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 89% #20/48 · 2023 Summer Tyre Market Overview | 83% #29/49 · 2020 Tyre Market Overview Braking Test | +5.9 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 96% #12/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 97% #6/9 · 2022/23 Tyre Reviews 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test | -0.6 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Avon ZV7 is a polarizing mid-range tire that receives high praise for its initial wet and dry grip, quiet ride, and value-for-money proposition. However, a significant number of users report severe, premature structural issues, specifically cracking within the tread grooves, which often necessitates replacement long before the tread depth is exhausted.
Pros
- Excellent wet and dry traction when new
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- High value-for-money compared to premium brands
- Strong performance as a daily touring tire
Cons
- Widespread reports of premature tread cracking and perishing
- Inconsistent and often rapid tread wear
- Soft sidewalls leading to vague steering feedback
- Difficult and unhelpful manufacturer warranty/claims process
Observations
- Users with heavier vehicles (e.g., Ford S-Max, Volvo V70, Mondeo) frequently report faster, uneven center-tread wear.
- Drivers of performance-oriented or modified vehicles often find the sidewalls too soft, resulting in a lack of precision during spirited driving.
- Owners of smaller, lighter vehicles generally report higher satisfaction with longevity and comfort compared to those with larger, heavier saloons.
The Yokohama Advan Sport V105 is widely regarded as a high-performance summer tire that excels in dry handling, steering responsiveness, and wet-weather confidence. While many users praise its balanced nature and value compared to premium rivals, some report concerns regarding tread longevity and noise levels, particularly as the tires age.
Pros
- Excellent dry road grip and cornering stability
- Strong wet-weather performance and hydroplaning resistance
- High level of steering feedback and turn-in precision
- Competitive pricing compared to other flagship performance brands
- Predictable handling characteristics at the limit
Cons
- Faster-than-average tread wear, especially under spirited driving
- Increased road noise reported by some users
- Performance drop-off in freezing temperatures and snow
- Occasional 'flat-spotting' or vibration after the vehicle has been stationary for extended periods
Observations
- Owners of lightweight sports cars like the Mazda MX-5 report excellent handling balance and longevity, often citing the tire as an ideal OE-style replacement.
- Drivers of high-torque, rear-wheel-drive sedans (e.g., BMW 5-series, Audi S4) note that while grip is impressive, rear tire wear is significantly accelerated compared to front tires.
- Some users with larger luxury sedans noted that the tire's 'firm' construction can lead to a harsher ride over small road imperfections.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon ZV7 | B · Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 10 |
| Rim diameters | — | 16″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | — | 9/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 240 A A |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
66
/ 100
Avon
79
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 — better noise, treadwear and handling. Pick the Avon ZV7 if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 scores 92 vs 50 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 scores 77 vs 56 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Avon ZV7 scores 77 vs 65 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 scores 83 vs 71 on handling.
Tire A · Avon ZV7
Tire B · Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105
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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.