Advan Apex V601

About the Yokohama Advan Apex V601

Ultra High Performance Passenger Car tire.

Features

* Advanced micro-silica compound in a wide outside rib block devoid of lateral grooves* Three inside grooves* Narrow outside groove* Solid center rib* Competition inspired tread and advanced compound* Rigid construction and optimized groove angles* Micro-Silica compound and rounded ribs profile* 25,000 Mile Limited Treadwear Warranty (12,500 Mile Limited Treadwear Warranty on staggered fitments)* 30-Day Trial Satisfaction Guarantee

Benefits

* Creates near seamless contact with the road for maximum cornering performance* Enhance wet performance* Dissipate heat generated by high lateral loads for optimal dry performance* Enhances high speed stability* Provides confident grip in wet or dry conditions* Minimize road noise for a more comfortable, quiet ride* Optimize contact pressure with the road to reduce uneven wear and extend tread life

Understanding the 255/35R20 XL size

In the size code 255/35R20, 255 is the section width in millimetres (about 10"). 35 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 35% of the width, or roughly 89.3 mm. R20 means radial construction on a 20-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 27".

The load index 97 means each tire supports up to 1,609 lbs — about 6,436 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol Y certifies the tire to 186 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.

What the Yokohama Advan Apex V601 is built for

The Yokohama Advan Apex V601 is a summer tire, tuned for maximum dry and wet grip in warm conditions; it is not intended for near-freezing temperatures. Fitment category: Passenger Car, CAR, Performance, UHP.

Tread life and grip ratings

This tire carries a UTQG rating of 280 AA A. The treadwear grade of 280 is a relative durability score — a grade of 200 is expected to last roughly twice as long as a grade of 100 under the same controlled test. Traction grade AA measures straight-line wet stopping grip (AA is highest, then A, B and C). Temperature grade A reflects heat resistance at sustained speed (A is highest).

Price and value

At $194.24 per tire, a full set of four costs $776.96. That is about 12% below the average price of the 82 tires we stock in this size. Backed by a 25,000-mile treadwear warranty, that works out to roughly $31.08 per 1,000 miles across the set.