The ADVAN Apex V601 is Yokohama's Max Performance Summer tire for drivers of sports cars, performance sedans, and sporty coupes who want a tire that builds on the lessons learned from five decades of performance innovation. The ADVAN Apex V601 is designed to deliver maximum grip and precision handling in warm dry and wet conditions, so like all Max Performance Summer tires, it is not intended to be serviced, stored nor driven in near- and below-freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.
A high-grade, micro silica tread compound is molded into the ADVAN Apex V601's asymmetric pattern. Optimized groove angles are designed to minimize noise for a quieter ride, and the rounded rib profile promotes even contact pressure with the road to reduce uneven tread wear. The wide, outboard rib features very low void for maximum lateral grip, and the solid center rib creates constant contact with the road for high-speed stability and precise handling. The narrow, outer groove helps dissipate the heat generated under aggressive cornering, and the three inside circumferential grooves effectively evacuate water from the contact patch to resist hydroplaning.
The single-ply, rayon casing of the ADVAN Apex V601 features a high turn-up, creating a two-ply sidewall for enhanced lateral stability and handling. Two wide, steel belts support the tread and are reinforced with two spirally wound, nylon cap plies.
Note: Tires exposed to temperatures of 20 degrees F (-7 degrees C) or lower must be permitted to gradually return to temperatures of at least 40 degrees F (5 degrees C) for at least 24 hours before they are flexed in any manner, such as by adjusting inflation pressures, mounting them on wheels or using them to support, roll or drive a vehicle.
Flexing of the specialized rubber compounds used in Max Performance Summer tires during cold-weather use can result in irreversible compound cracking. Compound cracking is not a warrantable condition because it occurs as the result of improper use or storage. Tires exhibiting compound cracking must be replaced.
El neumático ADVAN Apex V601 de Yokohama pertenece a la categoría: Rendimiento Máximo Para Verano y fue desarrollado para conductores de autos deportivos, sedanes de rendimiento y cupé deportivos, que desean un neumático construido en lecciones aprendidas por cinco décadas de innovación de rendimiento. El diseño del ADVAN Apex V601 proporciona una tracción máxima y precisión al girar el volante en condiciones calientes secas y mojadas, como todo neumático de Máximo Rendimiento Para Verano, no fue diseñado para ser reparado, guardado o utilizado en temperaturas cercanas al nivel de congelación o superficies con hielo o nieve.
Un compuesto de caucho con micro sílice de alto grado es moldeado en el Apex V601 en un patrón asimétrico. Ranuras con ángulos optimizados fueron diseñadas para minimizar el ruido y proporcionar un andar más tranquilo; el perfil redondo de la huella proporciona una presión pareja en el área de contacto con la carretera para reducir un desgaste disparejo. Un segmento ancho externo posee mayor cantidad de caucho haciendo contacto con la carreta, para proporcionar un agarre lateral máximo, mientras que el segmento sólido central, mantiene contacto constante con la carretera, para obtener mayor estabilidad y un comportamiento preciso a velocidades elevadas. El canal circunferencial estrecho de la parte externa ayuda a disipar el calor generado al tomar curvas agresivamente, mientras que, los tres canales circunferenciales internos ayudan a evacuar el agua efectivamente del área de contacto con la carretera, para aumentar la resistencia al deslizamiento sobre agua (hydroplaning).
La capa de rayón en la estructura del ADVAN Apex V601 posee un doblez alto, lo cual crea una pared de dos capas para mejorar la estabilidad lateral y la maniobrabilidad. Dos capas anchas de acero soportan la huella y están reforzadas con dos capas de nailon envuelto en espiral.
Nota: Neumáticos expuestos a temperaturas de 20 grados Fahrenheit (-7 grados Celsius) o más bajas, deben retornar gradualmente, a temperaturas de por lo menos 40 grados Fahrenheit (5 grados Celsius), por lo menos 24 horas antes de que sean doblados o flexionados en cualquier manera, como por ejemplo, ajustando la presión de inflado, montar en rines, soportar el peso del vehículo o rodarlos al conducir.
Flexionar o doblar el caucho especializado, utilizado en los neumáticos de Rendimiento Máximo Para Verano, en condiciones frías, puede resultar en grietas irreversibles al compuesto de caucho. Si esto sucede, la garantía del producto se anula debido al uso o almacenamiento incorrecto. Neumáticos con grietas en el caucho deben ser remplazados.
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Warranty summary for replacement tires purchased on or after 08/01/21(1 of 2)
Manufacturer Special Warranty:30 Day Test Drive (1)
Additional Information:(1) Full refund or exchange (2) Half mileage for rear if different size than front
Notes
See official manufacturer's warranty brochure for specific details.
New vehicle Original Equipment tire warranties often differ from those covering replacement tires. Consult your vehicle documents to confirm Original Equipment tire warranty coverage.
Tire Rack Test Results Yokohama ADVAN Apex V601
Best Performance Tires: Ultra High Performance vs. Max Performance Summer Tires – 2024 Test 3(22:06)
Customers think the Kumho Crugen HT51 delivers excellent year-round performance as a highway all-season tire, with standout scores in dry traction (9-10) and winter grip (8-10) for confident handling in varied conditions. Treadwear earns consistent praise (8-10), suggesting durability for long-term value. Comfort scores (8-10) highlight a smooth, quiet ride, while wet traction (8-10) and hydroplaning resistance (7-10) show reliable wet-weather capability. A few lower winter ice scores (7-8) are noted but remain within acceptable ranges for the category. Overall, drivers appreciate its balanced performance across key metrics, making it a dependable choice for highway-focused all-season use.
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Most customers rate wet traction highly with scores of 8-10, highlighting confident grip and hydroplaning resistance. Even lower scores (7s) still reflect solid all-season wet performance.
August 10, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.4 out of 5
These tires are excellent in the rain. They are holding up very well so far.
These tires are excellent in the rain. They are holding up very well so far.
Vehicle: 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2WD Regular Cab Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000 Driving Conditions: All Highway Location: ABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD Driving Style: Average
Most customers rate winter traction highly, with scores of 9-10 in snow and deep snow. Ice traction sees mostly 7-10 ratings, indicating reliable all-season performance, though a few note lower ice grip.
January 02, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.3 out of 5
...Handles great in snow unless it's excessively deep (over 6") even after all these years; my road is often poorly plowed but I never had a problem as long as it's packed down somewhat.
50K miles after 5 years, still had 6/32" left, but in the last year I've had a couple of punctures and finally had one that was unrepairable (too close to sidewall). Could have gotten at least another year or two out of these otherwise. Handles great in snow unless it's excessively deep (over 6") even after all these years; my road is often poorly plowed but I never had a problem as long as it's packed down somewhat.
Vehicle: 2016 Toyota Tundra 4WD Double Cab Miles Driven on Tires: 51,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: HOLLISTON, MA Driving Style: Average
...Just a great set of tires, Especially appreciate them in wet and Wintery conditions with their great traction in snow...
My second time buying these HT51 tires for my 2006 Ford Expedition 2WD. Just a great set of tires, Especially appreciate them in wet and Wintery conditions with their great traction in snow. All around comfort and wear, I'm very satisfied and will purchase them or an equal from Kumho tires, again. Super fast shipping from Tire Rack, as always. Easy ordering and bought them with the $80.00 Credit Card rebate.
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Expedition XLT 2wd Miles Driven on Tires: 8,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: CARSON CITY, NV Driving Style: Average
Great tires for the price with excellent traction for on and off road use. Great for snow!
Vehicle: 2016 Toyota Tundra 4WD Double Cab Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: HERMITAGE, PA Driving Style: Average
Customers overwhelmingly rate dry traction as excellent with scores of 9s and 10s, praising responsive handling and reliable grip in highway conditions. High marks reflect strong dry performance suited for all-season driving.
January 11, 2026
4.2 out of 5
...Quiet, good grip, good in pretty much every condition I've had them in.
Bought these on a sale four and a half years ago, didn't have a clue if they would be good tires or not, but at $100 per corner I took a chance. Very impressed. Narrower/taller than the stock tires, steering response is SLIGHTLY slower, but this ain't a Miata. At 40k+, there is still a lot of tread left. I'll probably replace them Fall of this year before the snow hits the Cascades. Quiet, good grip, good in pretty much every condition I've had them in.
Vehicle: 2015 Ford Transit T350 Van Single Rear Wheel Miles Driven on Tires: 40,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: BEND, OR Driving Style: Average
These are my second set of these exact tires in 8 years.. and again I'm not disappointed one bit. So much so that I'll be looking for them again when I replace this set[ providing i still have this vehicle] or they come sized to fit its replacement. They handle great and are properly quiet..
Vehicle: 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited Miles Driven on Tires: 12,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: COLUMBIA, NJ Driving Style: Average
Most customers rate comfort highly with scores of 9-10, praising the smooth ride and low noise levels. High scores highlight excellent performance for highway driving.
January 06, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.2 out of 5
...Great hydroplaining resistance, ride quality, and low noise...
Impressed with these tires, would definitely purchase again. Great hydroplaining resistance, ride quality, and low noise. Would definitely purchase these again.
Vehicle: 2012 GMC Yukon XL SLT 2500 4wd Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: BEND, OR Driving Style: Average
...The road noise is almost non-existent, grip and handling is fabulous!...
Love, Love, Love these tires! This is my second set after many miles on the first. The road noise is almost non-existent, grip and handling is fabulous! I live in snow country, they get me through just fine. I don't off road with my truck so can't help there. If you want a great, quiet tire on highway and city, minimal gravel roads and get through the snow - these are it.
Vehicle: 2016 Ford F150 4WD SuperCrew Miles Driven on Tires: 20,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: HAILEY, ID Driving Style: Spirited
Most customers rate treadwear 9s and 10s, highlighting excellent durability for highway all-season use. While a few scores dip to 3-6, the majority praise long-lasting performance even under varied driving conditions.
February 05, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.8 out of 5
Great price, tread wear is fantastic
Great price , tread wear is fantastic
Vehicle: 2021 Toyota Tacoma 4WD Double Cab Miles Driven on Tires: 6,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: WOODBRIDGE, VA Driving Style: Average
this tire wears like iron. after 5 years and approx. 27,000 miles I don't see any wear...
this tire wears like iron. after 5years and approx. 27,000 miles I don't see any wear. this tire has done well in all seasons.
Vehicle: 2010 Toyota RAV4 4wd 4cyl Base Miles Driven on Tires: 27,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: HERMITAGE, PA Driving Style: Average
70k mile Treadware warranty, and ive got almost 79k miles on it with a bit more miles left in it after almost 6 year. Don't notice any cracking of tires either. Impressed.
70k mile Treadware warranty, and ive got almost 79k on it with a bit more miles left in it after almost 6 year. Don't notice any cracking of tires either. Impressed.
Vehicle: 2008 Isuzu Ascender 4wd 5 Passenger Miles Driven on Tires: 79,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: ROCKLAND, MA Driving Style: Average
50 years of performance innovation have gone into the ADVAN Apex V601, Yokohama’s Max Performance Summer tire for the drivers of sports cars, coupes, and luxury performance vehicles.
Best Performance Tires: Ultra High Performance vs. Max Performance Summer Tires – 2024 Test 3(22:06)
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