Pirelli P Zero PZ5 vs Yokohama Advan Sport V107
- TR Score
- 9.4/10
- Owners say
- 94% · 20
- TR Score
- 8.8/10
- Owners say
- 73% · 25
The Pirelli P Zero PZ5 and the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 have met in 2 independent tests and the record is level at 1-1. The P Zero PZ5 had 9% lower rolling resistance; the Advan Sport V107 stopped 2.1% shorter in the dry.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Pick Pirelli P Zero PZ5 if you want the fastest, most balanced handling in both wet and dry with better fuel efficiency. Choose Yokohama Advan Sport V107 if your priorities are short emergency stops, strong aquaplaning resistance for heavy rain, and quieter day-to-day road comfort.
Where the P Zero PZ5 is stronger
- Outstanding dry and wet handling pace (Auto Express wins in both)
- Consistently lower rolling resistance for better efficiency (7.99 vs 8.97 kg/t AE; 9.1 vs 9.8 kg/t EVO)
- Strong subjective and objective wet-lap performance with early throttle traction
Where the Advan Sport V107 is stronger
- Class-leading dry braking in AE and marginally shorter dry and wet stops in EVO
- Superior straight and curved aquaplaning resistance (EVO wins in both)
- Refined road manners: better noise suppression and ride compliance in EVO
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
P Zero PZ5 vs Advan Sport V107 at a glance
| Category | P Zero PZ5 | Gap | Advan Sport V107 |
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| Shared tests won2 shared tests | 1 | 1 | |
| Dry6 measurements | 3 | Level between the two. | 3 |
| Wet10 measurements | 5 | The P Zero PZ5 lapped the wet handling course 1.7% faster (2 tests) | 4 |
| Comfort1 measurement | 1 | 0 | |
| Value2 measurements | 2 | The P Zero PZ5 had 9% lower rolling resistance (2 tests) | 0 |
| Tyre Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.4/10 | The P Zero PZ5 by 0.6 | 8.8/10 |
| Owner rating20 and 25 reviews | 94% | The P Zero PZ5 by 21 points | 73% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 100% | The P Zero PZ5 by 46 points | 54% |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tyres; a tick marks the tyre ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 2 tests, 2025 to 2026
Each row is one published test in which both tyres ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | P Zero PZ5 | Field | Advan Sport V107 |
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| 2025 EVO Summer Tyre Test | P6 of 9 | P4 of 9 | |
| 2025 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | P1 of 9 | P7 of 9 |
Performance profile
7 measurements from the 2 shared tests, each tyre shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
P Zero PZ5
Advan Sport V107
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 36 m stop against 34.2 m is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 96%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 5 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
P Zero PZ5
Advan Sport V107
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
P Zero PZ5
Advan Sport V107
Not ahead in any category
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Owners rate the P Zero PZ5 94% from 20 reviews and the Advan Sport V107 73% from 25. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tyres posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
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| 33.73 | 2.1% | 33 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| 74.48 | 0.5% | 74.9 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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| 30.24 | 1.7% | 30.88 | 1-1 | |||||||||
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| 83.94 | 1.7% | 85.38 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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| 28 | 1.1% | 28.3 | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 77.98 | 1.4% | 78.9 | 1-1 | |||||||||
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| 8.03 | 5.7% | 8.43 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| 8.55 | 9% | 9.39 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tyres shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the P Zero PZ5 scores 9.4 and the Advan Sport V107 8.8 out of 10.
| P Zero PZ5 | Category | Advan Sport V107 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95 | Dry | 97 | ||
| 95 | Wet | 76 | ||
| 37 | Comfort | 14 | ||
| 19 | Value | 5 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| P Zero PZ5 | Category | Advan Sport V107 | ||
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| 9.9 | Dry Grip | 8.7 | ||
| 9.6 | Wet Grip | 7.4 | ||
| 9.6 | Road Feedback | 8.5 | ||
| 9.6 | Handling | 8.4 | ||
| 8.8 | Wear | 5.5 | ||
| 8.7 | Comfort | 6.3 | ||
Owners rate the P Zero PZ5 94% from 20 reviews and the Advan Sport V107 73% from 25. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Pirelli P Zero PZ5
- 94%from 20 reviews
- 100%would buy again
- 120,924 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners are overwhelmingly happy with the Pirelli P Zero PZ5, praising its strong dry grip and confident, sporty handling, with many also highlighting improved comfort for a UHP tyre. Around two in five owners comment on steering feel, and while the balance is generally positive, a noticeable minority report a softer or more muted initial response compared with sharper rivals. A smaller group mentions trade-offs such as higher rolling resistance and slightly weaker dry braking, while road noise feedback is mixed rather than clearly better or worse.
- Outstanding dry grip and traction
- Sporty, confidence-inspiring dry handling
- More comfortable than expected for a UHP tyre
- Strong wet grip and confidence in rain
- Steering can feel muted or slower on initial turn-in
- Rolling resistance higher, hurting fuel economy
- Dry braking can feel a bit longer than key rivals
Summarised by AI from 17 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 20 P Zero PZ5 reviewsPreviously had continental sportcontact 5p and michelin pilot supersports and the pirellis are way better especially in the wet. So much confidence.
Yokohama Advan Sport V107
- 73%from 25 reviews
- 54%would buy again
- 140,521 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners most consistently praise the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 for strong dry performance, with around three in five highlighting excellent dry grip and many also noting sharp steering and confident dry handling. Wet grip is generally rated as decent, though opinions are more mixed, with a small but notable group (around one in seven) finding it weaker, particularly in colder conditions. The biggest drawback is longevity: around two in five owners complain of very fast wear. Noise is another frequent issue, with around one in three reporting higher road roar, especially on rougher surfaces.
- Outstanding dry grip and confidence under power
- Very capable dry handling with strong feedback
- Direct, responsive steering feel
- Stiff, sporty sidewalls that support hard driving
- Very short tread life and rapid wear
- Noticeable road noise/roar, especially on coarse surfaces
- Needs heat or a bedding-in period to feel at its best
Summarised by AI from 24 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 25 Advan Sport V107 reviewsAmazing feel and handling, decent dry grip.
Awful comfort and wear rate.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
| Category | P Zero PZ5 | Advan Sport V107 |
|---|---|---|
| Season | Summer | Summer |
| On the market since | - | 2018 |
| Replaced | Pirelli P Zero PZ4 | Yokohama Advan Sport V105 (2010) |
| Awards | Winner: Supersports Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2025) | - |
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This head-to-head pits two new-generation summer performance tyres with subtly different briefs: the Pirelli P Zero PZ5 (Max-Performance) versus the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 (Ultra-High-Performance). Across two major 2025-2026 tests in 18- and 19-inch fitments, both tyres posted standout moments but for different reasons.
The Yokohama tended to shine in straight-line metrics and highway refinement, taking class-leading dry braking in Auto Express and the win in both straight and curved aquaplaning in EVO. The Pirelli countered with a handling-led performance profile, winning both dry and wet handling in Auto Express and outpacing the Yokohama on the wet lap in EVO, while also posting the lowest rolling resistance in both tests.
Conclusion
Viewed across both test programs, the Pirelli P Zero PZ5 is the driver's choice: it consistently converts grip into speed and confidence through corners, leading dry and wet handling in Auto Express and matching or beating the Yokohama on timed laps in both conditions. It also brings a clear efficiency edge with materially lower rolling resistance in each test. The trade-off is that, depending on surface, its on-road refinement can be a touch boomy and its steering feel merely acceptable in the EVO road loop.
The Yokohama Advan Sport V107 feels tuned for everyday road confidence: superb straight-line braking (best dry stop in Auto Express, marginally shorter dry and wet stops than Pirelli in EVO), strong aquaplaning resistance in both straight and curved tests, and a calmer, quieter ride on the EVO road route. Its limitations appear when pushed on circuit-style wet handling and in rolling resistance, where it lagged the Pirelli in both tests. If you value all-weather reassurance in heavy rain and a smoother highway demeanor, the Yokohama has real appeal.
Bottom line: choose the Pirelli if you prioritize lap-time, balance and efficiency; choose the Yokohama if you prioritize braking reassurance, wet-weather stability in standing water, and day-to-day comfort.
P Zero PZ5 vs Advan Sport V107: your questions
Is the Pirelli P Zero PZ5 or the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 the better tyre?
The Pirelli P Zero PZ5 and the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 have met in 2 independent tests and the record is level at 1-1. On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the P Zero PZ5 scores 9.4 and the Advan Sport V107 8.8 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the P Zero PZ5 or the Advan Sport V107?
The P Zero PZ5 led 5 of the 10 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it lapped the wet handling course 1.7% faster across 2 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
Across the shared tests the dry measurements are split 3-3 between the P Zero PZ5 and the Advan Sport V107.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The P Zero PZ5 had 9% lower rolling resistance (2 tests). Owners rate wear 8.8/10 for the P Zero PZ5 and 5.5/10 for the Advan Sport V107.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 8.7/10 for the P Zero PZ5 and 6.3/10 for the Advan Sport V107.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the P Zero PZ5 94% from 20 reviews and the Advan Sport V107 73% from 25. 100% of P Zero PZ5 owners would buy it again, against 54% for the Advan Sport V107.
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Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tyres ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
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Who does the testing
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