Yokohama ADVAN Apex V601 235/40R19

Yokohama ADVAN Apex V601 235/40R19 XL 96Y Max Performance Summer Tire 110160120

β˜€οΈ SummerπŸ“ 235/40R19πŸš— Performance

πŸ’‘ Is the Yokohama ADVAN Apex V601 235/40R19 a Good Tire?

Yes β€” the Yokohama 235/40R19 is a Good-rated summer Max Performance tire (229 surveys) suited for crossovers and mid-size SUVs. Excellent dry handling and cornering grip, though limited wet weather capability compared to all-season alternatives.

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About This Tire

The Yokohama ADVAN Apex V601 235/40R19 is a max performance summer tire, designed for sports car, performance sedan, and sporty coupe drivers who prioritize maximum grip and precision handling in warm weather conditions. Its asymmetric tread design and high-grade micro silica compound focus on delivering lateral grip through wide outboard ribs and high-speed stability via a solid center rib construction.

The tire features optimized groove angles engineered to minimize road noise, while rounded rib profiles promote even contact pressure to reduce irregular wear patterns. The wide outboard section uses minimal void space to maximize cornering grip, and the solid center rib maintains constant road contact for stability at speed. Driver feedback points to excellent dry performance and good wet traction capabilities, with comfortable ride quality and predictable handling response in performance driving situations.

Compared to all-season tires, it prioritizes maximum warm-weather performance over year-round versatility and cold-weather capability. Overall, it's a solid choice for performance vehicles used primarily for spirited driving and daily use in regions with consistently warm temperatures.

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These tires share the same size (235/40R19) and are sorted by expert rating for easier comparison.

TireRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Yokohama ADVAN Apex V601 235/40R19
🏁 Max performance summer
⭐ Good (229 reviews)Sports car daily driving in warm climatesβ˜€οΈ Summer
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Excellent (907 reviews)Daily highway commuting in varied weather🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Excellent (106 reviews)Year-round daily commuting in four-season climates🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
⭐ Excellent (185 reviews)Daily commuting and highway driving🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Excellent (58 reviews)Daily commuting in hybrid and electric vehicles🌀️ All Season
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Yokohama ADVAN Apex V601 235/40R19
🏁 Max performance summer
Rating
⭐ Good (229 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Sports car daily driving in warm climates
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer
General AltiMAX RT45 235/40R19
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Excellent (907 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily highway commuting in varied weather
Season
🌀️ All Season
Falken Aklimate 235/40R19
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Excellent (106 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Year-round daily commuting in four-season climates
Season
🌀️ All Season
Continental TrueContact Tour 54 235/40R19
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
Rating
⭐ Excellent (185 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily commuting and highway driving
Season
🌀️ All Season
Goodyear ElectricDrive2 235/40R19
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Excellent (58 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily commuting in hybrid and electric vehicles
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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Asymmetric Tread Pattern
Wide outboard ribs with minimal void space maximize lateral grip while the solid center rib provides constant road contact for high-speed stability.
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Micro Silica Compound
High-grade tread compound delivers enhanced grip and performance in warm dry and wet conditions.
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Optimized Groove Design
Groove angles are specifically engineered to minimize road noise for a quieter driving experience.
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Even Wear Profile
Rounded rib profile promotes uniform contact pressure with the road surface to reduce uneven tread wear patterns.
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Summer Performance Focus
Designed exclusively for warm weather use and not intended for near-freezing temperatures, snow, or ice conditions.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Sports car daily driving in warm climatesβœ“ Performance sedan spirited drivingβœ“ Track day and autocross eventsβœ“ Highway cruising with sporty coupes
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Specifications

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Size
235/40R19
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Load Index
96
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Speed Rating
Y
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TirePath Editorial Review

4.1
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"After analyzing survey data, this max performance summer tire excels at spirited driving and track events for sports car enthusiasts. Expect compromised wet weather grip and shorter tread life compared to touring tires."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026
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TireRack Ratings

Overall Rating⭐ Good
Survey Ratings229 reviews
CategoryMax Performance Summer

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