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Yokohama W.Drive V903 review

The Yokohama W Drive V903 is generally perceived as a competent, budget-friendly winter tire that offers reliable performance in wet and dry conditions. While users appreciate its value proposition, some report a lack of steering feedback and occasional instability during high-speed cornering on icy surfaces.

Relative score
82/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
79/100
2 reviews
Yokohama W.Drive V903
Scores

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

79%
Would buy again 85%
Dry
Overall dry
85%
Corner stability
75%
Dry traction
85%
Steering response
85%
Wet
Overall wet
85%
Wet traction
85%
Snow & ice
Overall snow & ice
80%
Ice
60%
Comfort
Overall comfort
75%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
85%
Handling
Overall handling
75%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 2 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Yokohama W Drive V903 is generally perceived as a competent, budget-friendly winter tire that offers reliable performance in wet and dry conditions. While users appreciate its value proposition, some report a lack of steering feedback and occasional instability during high-speed cornering on icy surfaces.

Pros

  • Strong value-for-money proposition
  • Reliable performance in wet and dry conditions
  • Predictable handling characteristics

Cons

  • Limited steering feedback
  • Can feel 'sketchy' or unstable at higher speeds on ice
  • Potential for a bloated or soft feel during winter maneuvers

Worth knowing

  • Performance on compact city cars, such as the Toyota Aygo, is reported as predictable but requires speed modulation in extreme icy conditions.
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