Toyo Extensa HP II 185/55R16
Toyo Extensa HP II 185/55R16 83V Ultra High Performance All-Season Tire 196390
💡 Is the Toyo Extensa HP II 185/55R16 a Good Tire?
The Toyo Extensa HP II 185/55R16 is a summer ultra high performance tire designed for compact sedans and small hatchbacks. It delivers responsive dry handling and adequate wet traction thanks to its directional tread pattern and silica-enhanced compound. Ride comfort is moderate with acceptable road noise levels, though it prioritizes performance feedback over plush comfort. Tread life is average for its category without a specific mileage warranty. Rated Good by TireRack based on 124 consumer surveys, it offers solid warm-weather performance but is not suitable for winter driving conditions. Currently priced from $110.74, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Toyo Extensa HP II 185/55R16 is a summer tire, designed for drivers of sports cars, sporty coupes, and performance sedans who prioritize responsive handling and wet weather confidence in everyday driving. Its tread design and compound focus on maximizing dry grip while maintaining strong water evacuation capabilities through directional patterns and circumferential grooves.
The tire features a directional tread pattern with large outer blocks for enhanced dry traction, reinforced by double and single-cut tapers that improve block stiffness during cornering. Two full-depth circumferential grooves work with V-shaped lateral voids to channel water away from the contact patch, while 3-D multi-wave sipes provide additional biting edges for wet conditions. Internal construction includes two steel belts over a two-ply polyester casing with nylon reinforcement for high-speed stability. Driver feedback points to excellent dry performance and good wet handling, with solid comfort levels and reliable treadwear characteristics.
Compared to all-season tires, it prioritizes maximum warm-weather performance over year-round versatility. Overall, it's a solid choice for performance vehicles used primarily for spirited driving and daily commuting in dry and wet conditions.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
★Toyo Extensa HP II 185/55R16 🏁 Ultra high performance | $110.74 | ⭐ Good (124 reviews) | Sports car daily driving | ☀️ Summer |
🛣️ Comfort-focused touring | $98.8 | ⭐ Good (154 reviews) | Daily commuting in varied weather conditions | 🌤️ All Season |
🏁 Sport-oriented all-season | $107.71 | ⭐ Fair (188 reviews) | Daily commuting in mixed weather conditions | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Comfort-focused touring | $109 | ⭐ Excellent (275 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in family sedans | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Comfort-focused touring | $148.77 | ⭐ Excellent (431 reviews) | Daily commuting in varied weather conditions | 🌤️ All Season |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"We rate this as a solid choice for performance-minded drivers seeking responsive handling and reliable warm-weather grip. Tread life may be shorter than touring alternatives due to the sportier compound."
