89
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
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User signal (40%)
90/100
43 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Continental ExtremeContact Sport 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: Continental ExtremeContact Sport — better comfort, dry and treadwear. Pick the Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 if handling 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)
ExtremeContact Sport leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 68 |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | 89 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 92 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact Sport leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 80 |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact Sport leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact Sport leads by 26
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 56 |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 77 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 97 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
ADVAN Sport V105 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 93 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact Sport leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 80 | 69 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 76 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
ADVAN Sport V105 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 83 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 82 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental ExtremeContact Sport | Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 89 | 79 |
| Dry | 95 | 77 |
| Wet | 90 | 81 |
| Snow | 87 | 80 |
| Comfort | 91 | 65 |
| Noise | 91 | 92 |
| Treadwear | 87 | 77 |
| Handling | 80 | 83 |
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/ 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 Continental ExtremeContact Sport is widely regarded as a premier ultra-high-performance summer tire that excels in balancing daily driving comfort with aggressive handling capabilities. Users consistently praise its superior wet and dry grip, low noise levels, and excellent value compared to more expensive competitors, though some enthusiasts note a softer sidewall that can slightly compromise steering precision.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- High level of ride comfort and low road noise
- Excellent value-to-performance ratio
- Strong performance even as tread wears down
Cons
- Softer sidewall can lead to a slight delay in steering response
- Tendency to become 'greasy' or lose performance during sustained high-heat track sessions
- Poor performance in cold temperatures (below 50°F)
- Potential for flat-spotting if left stationary in cold weather
Observations
- Owners of lightweight sports cars like the Mazda MX-5 report excellent synergy with the tire's handling characteristics, though some BRZ owners found the sidewall too soft for their specific suspension geometry.
- Drivers transitioning from factory run-flat tires on vehicles like the BMW Z4 noted a transformative improvement in ride quality and stability.
- EV owners noted that the tire handles the high torque and weight of electric vehicles well, though they remain mindful of accelerated tread wear under enthusiastic driving.
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 · Continental ExtremeContact Sport | B · Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 10 |
| Rim diameters | — | 16″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 9/32″ |
| UTQG | 340 AA A | 240 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 30,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 44 - 51 psi | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
89
/ 100
Continental
79
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Continental ExtremeContact Sport — better comfort, dry and treadwear. Pick the Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental ExtremeContact Sport scores 91 vs 65 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental ExtremeContact Sport scores 95 vs 77 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Continental ExtremeContact Sport scores 87 vs 77 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental ExtremeContact Sport scores 90 vs 81 on wet.
Tire A · Continental ExtremeContact Sport
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.