Yokohama Advan Neova AD08 vs AD08R - Key Differences? [2024]
| ADVAN Neova AD08 | ADVAN Neova AD08R | |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Suitability | Passenger | Passenger |
| Driving Style | Extreme Performance Summer | Extreme Performance Summer |
| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2013 |
| Run Flat? | No | No |
| Overall Score | 73/100 | 78/100 |
Comparison Summary
No time to read the full article? Here's what you need to know:
- Both tyres have similar dry traction capabilities.
- Both tyres have equal tread life.
- Both tyres have similar temperature resistance.
Pricing
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Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08 vs Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08R in Australia
The ADVAN Neova AD08 has been around in Australia for about 15 years, whereas the ADVAN Neova AD08R has been on the market for about 11 years
Both tyres are rated for extreme performance summer action. Both tyres are designed for use with regular passenger (non-SUV) vehicles.
Both of these are considered summer tyres. Neither of them are runflat tyres. Both brands are considered to be in the mid-range part of the market.
Read on to see how each of these tyres stack up against each other!
How We Reviewed These Tyres
We've analysed results of the following tyre benchmarks to make data-driven comparison of the ADVAN Neova AD08 and the ADVAN Neova AD08R tyres.
- TireRack: Best in Extreme Performance Summer
Benchmark Test Data
| ADVAN Neova AD08 | ADVAN Neova AD08R | |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Performance | Excellent | Excellent |
| Handling | Excellent | Excellent |
| Comfort | Good | Good |
| Wet Performance | Good | Good |
| Treadwear | Good | Good |
| Overall Score | 73/100 | 78/100 |
Comfort
Based on the results of a number of tyre benchmarks, the ADVAN Neova AD08 scores 4 out of 5 for comfort and the ADVAN Neova AD08R scores 4 out of 5.
UTQG Data
Introduced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in the USA, the Uniform Tire Grading System (UTQG), is a system for comparing one tyre product to another on the basis of some standardised tests.
| ADVAN Neova AD08 | ADVAN Neova AD08R | |
|---|---|---|
| Treadwear | 200 | 200 |
| Traction (AA - C) | AA | AA |
| Temperature Resistance (A - C) | A | A |
Treadwear
As per the UTQG guidelines, the ADVAN Neova AD08 tyres have a treadwear rating of 200, whereas the ADVAN Neova AD08R tyres have a rating of 200. This means that the ADVAN Neova AD08 tyres will theoretically last 1.0 times as long as the ADVAN Neova AD08R tyres.
Traction
The UTQG system measures traction as straight-line braking in dry conditions. The scale is AA, A, B, C, with AA being the best grade, and C the worst.
As per the, the ADVAN Neova AD08 and ADVAN Neova AD08R tyres both have a traction grading of AA.
Temperature Resistance
The UTQG temperature resistance tests measure how well tyres can dissipate heat that builds up due to friction with the road. The scale is A, B, C, with A being the highest grade.
As per the UTQG system of tyre grading, the ADVAN Neova AD08 and ADVAN Neova AD08R tyres both have a temperature resistance grading of A.
Warranty
Unfortunately, we don't have any warranty information available for either of these tyres.
Comparisons With Similar Tyres
Still on the fence about these tyres? Check out how they compare to other similar tyres on the market in Australia!
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Summary
Let's now take a look at the main differences between these two sets of tyres.
All in all, the ADVAN Neova AD08 tyres get a score of 73 out of 100, while the ADVAN Neova AD08R tyres get a score of 78 out of 100.
The ADVAN Neova AD08 tyres have a UTQG treadwear rating of 200, whereas the ADVAN Neova AD08R tyres have a rating of 200.This means that you can expect the ADVAN Neova AD08 to last 1.0 times as long as the ADVAN Neova AD08R tyres.
The ADVAN Neova AD08 have a UTQG traction grading of AA, while the ADVAN Neova AD08R tyres having a grading of AA.
The ADVAN Neova AD08 have a UTQG temperature grading of A, while the ADVAN Neova AD08R tyres having a grading of A.
Full Size List (click to show)
Below is a list of all 49 sizes of the ADVAN Neova AD08, and all 39 sizes of the ADVAN Neova AD08R tyres sold in Australia, sorted by tyre width.
ADVAN Neova AD08 Sizes
| Size |
|---|
| 185/55 R15 82V |
| 195/55 R15 85V |
| 195/50 R15 82V |
| 205/50 R16 87V |
| 205/50 R15 86V |
| 205/45 R17 84W |
| 205/45 R16 83W |
| 205/55 R16 91V |
| 205/50 R17 89W |
| 215/45 R17 87W |
| 215/45 R18 89W |
| 215/45 R17 |
| 215/45 R16 86W |
| 215/40 R17 83W |
| 225/45 R17 91W |
| 225/40 R18 88W |
| 225/45 R16 89W |
| 225/45 R18 91W |
| 225/50 R16 92V |
| 225/40 R18 |
| 225/35 R19 88W |
| 235/35 R19 87W |
| 235/40 R17 90W |
| 235/40 R18 91W |
| 235/45 R17 94W |
| 245/40 R19 94W |
| 245/45 R18 96W |
| 245/35 R19 89W |
| 245/40 R17 91W |
| 245/40 R18 93W |
| 245/45 R17 95W |
| 255/40 R17 94W |
| 255/35 R18 |
| 255/30 R19 91W |
| 255/35 R18 90W |
| 255/40 R18 95W |
| 255/35 R19 92W |
| 265/30 R19 89W |
| 265/35 R19 94W |
| 265/35 R18 93W |
| 265/40 R18 101W |
| 275/30 R19 92W |
| 275/35 R19 96W |
| 285/30 R18 93W |
| 295/30 R19 100W XL |
| 295/30 R18 94W |
| 305/30 R19 |
| 305/30 R19 102W XL |
| 305/30 R19 102W |
ADVAN Neova AD08R Sizes
| Size |
|---|
| 195/50 R15 82V |
| 205/50 R17 89W |
| 205/50 R15 86V |
| 205/55 R16 91V |
| 205/45 R17 84W |
| 215/40 R17 83W |
| 215/45 R17 87W |
| 215/45 R16 86W |
| 215/45 R18 89W |
| 225/40 R18 88W |
| 225/35 R19 88W XL |
| 225/45 R18 91W |
| 225/50 R16 92V |
| 225/45 R17 91W |
| 235/45 R17 94W |
| 235/40 R17 90W |
| 235/35 R19 87W |
| 235/40 R18 91W |
| 245/40 R17 91W |
| 245/40 R19 94W |
| 245/45 R17 95W |
| 245/35 R19 89W |
| 245/45 R18 96W |
| 245/40 R18 93W |
| 255/40 R17 94W |
| 255/40 R18 95W |
| 255/35 R19 92W |
| 255/35 R18 90W |
| 255/30 R19 91W XL |
| 265/35 R18 93W |
| 265/35 R19 94W |
| 265/40 R18 101W XL |
| 265/30 R19 89W |
| 275/30 R19 92W |
| 275/35 R19 96W |
| 285/30 R18 93W |
| 295/30 R19 100W XL |
| 295/30 R18 94W |
| 305/30 R19 102W XL |
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