Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs Yokohama Advan Sport V107
In headline results, the Pilot Sport 5 took six overall wins to the V107's single best result, including a decisive victory in Auto Bild's 21-tire mega test and a podium in ADAC. Yet the V107 posted class-leading dry braking in Auto Express and frequently matched or beat the Michelin in pure dry metrics. The tension here is clear: day-to-day all-round performance and running costs versus peak dry bite and driver engagement.
Test Results
Independent comparison tire tests are the best source of data to get tire information from, and the good news is there have been nine tests which compare both tires directly!
| Tire | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 | eight | |
| Yokohama Advan Sport V107 | one |
While it might look like the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is better than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tires are very complicated objects which means where one tire is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tires compare across multiple tire test categories.
Key Strengths
- Outstanding wet braking and wet handling confidence (often 10-13% shorter wet stops)
- Best-in-class aquaplaning resistance in most tests (straight and curved)
- Excellent tread life and low abrasion (commonly 45-65% longer mileage)
- Lower rolling resistance and better fuel/value scores despite higher purchase price
- Strong dry braking and incisive steering response
- Engaging, sporty feel at the limit; high subjective 'fun'
- Competitive dry handling pace in several tests
- Low cabin noise subjectively in some evaluations
Dry Braking
Looking at data from nine tire tests, the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 was better during six dry braking tests. On average the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 stopped the vehicle in 1.19% less distance than the Michelin Pilot Sport 5.
Best In Dry Braking: Yokohama Advan Sport V107
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 was better during two dry handling [s] tests. On average the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 was 0.74% faster around a lap than the Michelin Pilot Sport 5.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Yokohama Advan Sport V107
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during two dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was 0.09% faster around a lap than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during two subj. dry handling tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 scored 8.45% more points than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Subj. Fun
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 was better during one subj. fun tests. On average the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 scored 20% more points than the Michelin Pilot Sport 5.
Best In Subj. Fun: Yokohama Advan Sport V107
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from nine tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during seven wet braking tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 stopped the vehicle in 6.49% less distance than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Wet Braking: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Wet Braking - Cool
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during one wet braking - cool tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 stopped the vehicle in 4.95% less distance than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Wet Braking - Cool: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 stopped the vehicle in 6.37% less distance than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during one wet handling [s] tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was 0.33% faster around a wet lap than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during three wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was 1.35% faster around a wet lap than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during two subj. wet handling tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 scored 8.21% more points than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during three wet circle tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was 1.48% faster around a wet circle than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Wet Circle: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during five straight aqua tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 floated at a 2.91% higher speed than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Straight Aqua: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during five curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 slipped out at a 3.44% higher speed than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during two subj. comfort tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 scored 8.27% more points than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Subj. Noise
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 was better during one subj. noise tests. On average the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 scored 1.14% more points than the Michelin Pilot Sport 5.
Best In Subj. Noise: Yokohama Advan Sport V107
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Noise
Looking at data from four tire tests, the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 was better during three noise tests. On average the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 measured 0.38% quieter than the Michelin Pilot Sport 5.
Best In Noise: Yokohama Advan Sport V107
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Noise
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during one noise tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 measured 0.14% quieter than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Noise: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Wear
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during five wear tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is predicted to cover 33.13% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Wear: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Value
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during four value tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 proved to have a 11.94% better value based on price/1000km than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Value: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Price
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 was better during two price tests. On average the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 cost 21.91% less than the Michelin Pilot Sport 5.
Best In Price: Yokohama Advan Sport V107
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during five rolling resistance tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 had a 17.74% lower rolling resistance than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 used 1.75% less fuel than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 lost 24.58% less particle wear matter than the Yokohama Advan Sport V107.
Best In Abrasion: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Real World Driver Reviews
Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Driver Reviews
Across 89 reviews, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is widely described as an excellent all-round UHP summer tire with standout wet performance, strong dry grip, and high driver confidence at speed. Many drivers also praise its comfort/refinement and generally low road noise versus rival sporty tires, with a large portion reporting very good tread life for the category. The most repeated drawback is a less engaging steering feel (softer sidewalls, mild understeer, and reduced feedback) compared with sharper alternatives like Pilot Sport 4S/Continental SportContact 7, while price is a smaller but recurring complaint.
Based on 101 reviews with an average rating of 85%
Yokohama Advan Sport V107 Driver Reviews
Drivers report the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 delivers strong dry grip, sharp handling, and confident wet performance when warm, with several high-scoring reviews praising its sporty feel and feedback (including on EVs). However, many note high road noise on coarse surfaces and notably fast tread wear, making it less ideal for daily comfort or longevity-focused use.
Based on 20 reviews with an average rating of 73%
Conclusion
The Yokohama Advan Sport V107 counters with excellent dry braking and crisp steering that many enthusiasts will enjoy, occasionally edging the Michelin in dry handling laps. However, its wet grip is more variable, aquaplaning resistance trails, and high rolling resistance plus shorter mileage hurt cost of ownership and rankings. If you prioritize engaging dry-road feel and don't mind higher running costs, the V107 can appeal; for most drivers and mixed climates, the Pilot Sport 5 is the safer, cheaper-to-run, and more confidence-inspiring choice. The practical takeaway: Michelin for balanced real-world performance and longevity; Yokohama for dry-focused fun.
Key Differences
- Overall results: PS5 wins 6 tests vs V107's 1, reflecting broader consistency
- Wet safety: PS5 markedly better in wet braking (e.g., 27.7 m vs 31.8 m; +12.9%) and stability
- Aquaplaning: PS5 regularly leads straight and curved aquaplaning by 2-5%
- Efficiency: PS5 lower rolling resistance (often 15-19% lower) and better fuel use
- Wear/longevity: PS5 delivers 45-65% more mileage with lower abrasion
- Dry edge: V107 often stops shorter and can lap quicker in the dry; more playful steering feel
Overall Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
Based on the tire test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tire has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tire buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tire industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tires in the same test.
Why is this important? Tire testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tire test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tire tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tire Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tire comparison, Tire Reviews doesn't.