Yokohama AVS DB S2 review
The Yokohama AVS DB S2 is generally regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in grip and handling, particularly in wet conditions. While users appreciate its responsive nature and stability, there is a notable consensus that the tire's advertised noise-reduction benefits diminish significantly over time, and tread longevity is considered average to below-average.
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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.
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The Yokohama AVS DB S2 is generally regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in grip and handling, particularly in wet conditions. While users appreciate its responsive nature and stability, there is a notable consensus that the tire's advertised noise-reduction benefits diminish significantly over time, and tread longevity is considered average to below-average.
Pros
- Excellent dry and wet surface grip
- High levels of steering responsiveness and feedback
- Strong all-around stability during cornering
- Quiet operation during the initial phase of the tire's life
Cons
- Rapid tread wear reported by many users
- Noise-reduction performance degrades significantly after the first 5,000 miles
- Limited availability and higher price point compared to competitors
- Longevity does not always meet expectations for moderate driving
Worth knowing
- Users report consistent performance across various driving styles, though motorway driving does not necessarily prevent premature tread wear.
- The tire is frequently compared to Goodyear alternatives, which some users find quieter over the long term.