Yokohama ADVAN Apex V601 review
The Yokohama ADVAN APEX V601 is widely regarded as a high-value, performance-oriented summer tire that excels in dry grip and steering responsiveness. While it offers impressive comfort and low noise levels for its class, user experiences regarding wet weather performance and tread longevity are polarized, ranging from highly predictable to concerns over hydroplaning.
Owners rate it 13.2 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
By owner reviews
78.7%By road tests
65.5%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 39 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Yokohama ADVAN APEX V601 is widely regarded as a high-value, performance-oriented summer tire that excels in dry grip and steering responsiveness. While it offers impressive comfort and low noise levels for its class, user experiences regarding wet weather performance and tread longevity are polarized, ranging from highly predictable to concerns over hydroplaning.
Pros
- Excellent dry weather traction and cornering stability
- High value-to-performance ratio compared to premium competitors
- Surprisingly low road noise and high comfort for a UHP tire
- Predictable and precise steering feedback
Cons
- Inconsistent wet weather performance with reports of hydroplaning
- Rapid tread wear reported by spirited drivers
- Lack of cold weather traction
- Some users report a lack of steering 'feel' or communication compared to top-tier alternatives
Worth knowing
- High-horsepower RWD vehicles (e.g., Hellcats, tuned sedans) report good straight-line hook and longevity, though some note traction limits under extreme power.
- EV and luxury sedan owners frequently praise the tire for its unexpected quietness and comfort during daily driving.
- Wide tire sizes (e.g., 275mm) may experience more pronounced aquaplaning in heavy rain compared to narrower fitments.
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2026 AutoView Sport tire Test · 225/45 R18
7th of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 7 | |
| Dry Braking | 7th of 7 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 7th of 7 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 5th of 7 | |
| Noise | 7th of 7 | |
| Dry Circle Speed | 6th of 7 |
Yokohama ADVAN Apex V601 specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 9/32″ |
| UTQG | 280 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 25,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 psi |
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