Toyo Extensa HP II 225/35R20
Toyo Extensa HP II 225/35R20 XL 90W Ultra High Performance All-Season Tire 196270
💡 Is the Toyo Extensa HP II 225/35R20 a Good Tire?
The Toyo Extensa HP II 225/35R20 is a summer ultra high performance tire designed for sports cars and performance sedans. It delivers strong dry grip and responsive handling with adequate wet performance thanks to its directional tread pattern and performance compound. Ride comfort is firm with noticeable road noise due to the low-profile 35-series sidewall, while tread life is moderate for its performance category. Rated Good by TireRack based on 124 consumer surveys, it provides solid warm-weather performance but is not winter-rated and prioritizes handling over comfort. Currently priced from $163.59, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Toyo Extensa HP II 225/35R20 is a summer ultra high performance tire, designed for sports cars, sporty coupes, and performance sedan drivers who prioritize dry handling and wet traction in warmer weather driving. Its directional tread pattern and construction focus on maximizing road contact and water evacuation for enhanced cornering stability and hydroplaning resistance.
The tire features large outer tread blocks with double and single-cut tapers for improved block stiffness, while two full-depth circumferential grooves and V-shaped lateral voids channel water to shoulder slots. 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 for the ultra high performance category.
Compared to all-season performance tires, it emphasizes maximum warm-weather grip and responsiveness over year-round versatility. Overall, it's a solid choice for performance vehicles used primarily for spirited driving and daily commuting in spring, summer, and fall conditions.
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"Competitive in its class, this tire delivers strong dry grip and responsive handling for performance-oriented drivers seeking summer capabilities. The narrow sidewall and focus on dry performance means limited all-weather versatility."
