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The AVID Ascend LX is Yokohama's Standard Touring All-Season tire developed for drivers of sedans, coupes, crossovers and minivans who want a quiet ride and confident wet performance combined with dependable winter traction and long tread life. The AVID Ascend LX is designed to deliver grip in dry, wet and wintry conditions, even in light snow.

Yokohama BluEarth branding is used to identify an ecologically friendly series of tires that are designed to deliver environmentally, human and socially friendly solutions for drivers and their vehicles. AVID Ascend LX tires branded with the BluEarth symbol are identified on their Sizes and Specs pages.

The symmetric pattern of the AVID Ascend LX features an offset design and a five-block pitch sequence to help reduce pattern and road noise for a comfortable, quiet ride. The tread is molded from Yokohama's L-2 all-season compound that features a unique polymer blend designed to enhance wear resistance, and the wider, flatter tread contour helps to evenly distribute pressure within the footprint to combat uneven wear and improve tire longevity. The wide, circumferential and lateral grooves evacuate water from the contact patch to resist hydroplaning, and wavy 3D sipes in the shoulders plus notches in the intermediate ribs create biting edges for traction in light snow and on ice.

Internally, a polyester casing aids ride comfort and supports two wide, steel belts. A nylon reinforcement provides high-speed capability and enhances handling and durability.

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Ratings Charts & Reviews Yokohama AVID Ascend LX

Tire Category: Standard Touring All-Season

Consumer Surveys

 
Best in Category
Miles Reported
Recommended
Treadwear
Yokohama AVID Ascend LX
Excellent
95%
6.7M
8.4 - Good
8.8 - Excellent
8.8 Hydroplaning Resistance
8.8 Wet Traction
9.2 - Excellent
9.1 Corner Stability
9.3 Dry Traction
9.2 Steering Response
7.7 - Good
8.2 Light Snow Traction
7.6 Deep Snow Traction
7.2 Ice Traction
8.8 - Excellent
8.9 Ride Quality
8.6 Noise
8.7 - Excellent

Yokohama Reviews

Reviews highlight excellence in dry traction, with drivers praising exceptional grip, precise steering response, and confidence during track days, autocross, and HPDE events. Wet performance receives positive marks for predictable handling in light rain, though some note reduced traction in standing water. Treadwear draws mixed feedback-many appreciate durability through multiple heat cycles and track sessions, while others report premature wear or chunking under aggressive use. Enthusiasts value the AD09's balance of track-focused performance and street usability, though its true strengths shine in dry, high-demand driving scenarios where consistent grip and communication are paramount.

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38 reviews mention "Wet Traction"

  • 27 positive
  • 11 negative

Reviewers scoring 9s and 10s praise the AD09's wet traction, highlighting excellent grip and stability in rainy track conditions, with some noting predictable handling even on misty surfaces. A few mention hydroplaning in deep standing water, but most agree it performs admirably for an extreme-performance tire, offering confidence during wet driving when pressures are properly managed.

September 05, 2024
(Verified Purchase)
4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

I didn't get a lot of wet running on them, but the bit that I did was good( at MSRH)...

I had used the previous AD08R and loved it. I was getting ready to take my Boxster to COTA and wanted a good 200 treadwear tire. The new AD09 is one of the few that comes in the right 20 inch sizes for my car. The AD09 did great at COTA and in other track days at MSRH. They do wear fairly quickly, but that's expected in a 200tw tire. I've been very happy with the AD09 as both a track tire and a daily drive tire. I didn't get a lot of wet running on them, but the bit that I did was good(at MSRH).

Vehicle: 2022 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0
Miles Driven on Tires: 4,000
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: HOUSTON, TX
Driving Style: Spirited

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March 15, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

...They gripped very well in the wet, and phenomenal on dry pavement. Every bit as good as the more expensive OEM tires but better in the wet and cold.

Extremely pleased with the AD09s so far. They gripped very well in the wet, and phenomenal on dry pavement. Every bit as good as the more expensive OEM tires but better in the wet and cold.

Vehicle: 2022 Porsche 718 Spyder
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: SAN JOSE, CA
Driving Style: Spirited

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67 reviews mention "Dry Traction"

  • 64 positive
  • 3 negative

Customers rave about the Yokohama ADVAN NEOVA AD09's dry traction, with many scoring 9s and 10s for its exceptional grip, precise cornering, and track-ready performance. Enthusiasts praise its "sticky" feel during autocross, HPDE events, and aggressive driving, noting predictable limits and resilience through high-speed sessions. Several highlight quick heat-up and consistent grip even under heavy track use, cementing its reputation as an outstanding extreme-performance summer tire.

May 12, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
3.8 out of 5 Star Rating
3.8 out of 5

...Turn in is sharper and feedback is stronger as a result of the stiffer side wall most likely. I ran my normal coastal roads at the same pace I would with the Cup 2s and get the same level of grip and feedback. I observed no weaknesses in this tire for average day to day driving compared to the OEM Michelin...

This is one of the only tire options available for the 991.2 GT3 that aren't the Cup2s. Driving around town, the AD09 and the Cup2 are very comparable with the AD09 being ever so slightly harsher on medium impact road undulations. Turn in is sharper and feedback is stronger as a result of the stiffer side wall most likely. I ran my normal coastal roads at the same pace I would with the Cup 2s and get the same level of grip and feedback. I observed no weaknesses in this tire for average day to day driving compared to the OEM Michelin. Now for the track.. I run the car in group 4/TT and have raced for years. This tire is likely 1, maybe 2 seconds slower a lap than the Cup 2 but I would argue that's only relevant if you're trying to set a qualifying lap. Where this tire shines is in it's consistency and how well it holds up to abuse. I'd wager that the average group 3/4 driver is quicker with this tire since you don't have adjust for the performance fall off the way you do with a Cup2. If you were comparing average lap times over a session, I bet the AD09 wins. I will say, this thing wears like iron compared to the Cup2s. After a 10 sessions on track, no graining, cupping, wear spots or appreciable reduction in tread.. nothing. Conversely, I could easily wreck some Cup2s in a weekend. End of the day, some drivers will notice the slight reduction in absolute overall grip but I think this tire makes up for it in price, consistency, wear rate on the track and usability on the road. If you absolutely need the best lap times than you should be probably looking at a Hoosier anyway.

Vehicle: 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 Standard Brakes
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: MILL VALLEY, CA
Driving Style: Spirited

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April 29, 2023
(Verified Purchase)
3.8 out of 5 Star Rating
3.8 out of 5

These are a great tire that provides the driver with excellent road feedback and unparalleled steering response. You feel everything and it is easy to gauge the limits of cornering with this tire...

These are a great tire that provides the driver with excellent road feedback and unparalleled steering response. You feel everything and it is easy to gauge the limits of cornering with this tire. Highly recommended for performance driving.

Vehicle: 2019 Subaru WRX STi S209
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: BILLERICA, MA
Driving Style: Spirited

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April 27, 2025
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4.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4.5 out of 5

...The tires have good grip and wear resilience is impressive. They get slippery after a few hot laps and become unpredictable...

Fast delivery and excellent customer service. I had a bolt get stuck in my tire while driving and I ordered a replacement. My order was delivered and installed the next day! The Road Hazard warranty reimbursed me for the cost of the tire within a week!
The tires have good grip and wear resilience is impressive. They get slippery after a few hot laps and become unpredictable. I like the Cup2s better for the track.

Vehicle: 2023 Porsche 911 Carrera S Standard Brakes
Miles Driven on Tires: 700
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: SAN DIEGO, CA
Driving Style: Spirited

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45 reviews mention "Treadwear"

  • 36 positive
  • 9 negative

Treadwear receives strong praise, with many scoring 8-10 for excellent durability through multiple track days and heat cycles. Users highlight lasting 10+ track sessions with minimal wear, outperforming expectations for a 200TW tire. Some note quicker wear under extreme use but view it as typical for the category, emphasizing the AD09's endurance-focused design and impressive lifespan when used as intended.

August 23, 2023
(Verified Purchase)
N/A out of 5 Star Rating
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Not as track capable as previous model A052 but tire wear is incredible... previous experience with Michelin, Continental and Toyo DOT legal track tires - 8 track days max, these tires double that.

Not as track capable as previous model A052 but tire wear is incredible. previous experience with Michelin, Continental and Toyo DOT legal track tires - 8 track days max, these tires double that.

Vehicle: 2012 Porsche Cayman R Standard Brakes
Miles Driven on Tires: 600
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: ALTON, VA
Driving Style: Spirited

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July 17, 2024
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4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

I did not experience any wet yet and unclear on longer term durability but if I get a full summer of track season out of these I will conclude they are outstanding value/performance for my needs.

I run several Porsche club track days each summer and need a tire that works well there as well as a summer daily driver in between. After about 600 miles these Yokos seem perfect. They immediately felt as comfortable for daily driving as my stock Pirelli PZeros, but with increased steering precision and feel. At the track it took me a few sessions to get the pressures right but then they were amazing. At the track on warm/hot days I found that starting at 30lbs cold all around worked great and resulted in hot temps of about 35F and 39R with great grip. I did not experience any wet yet and unclear on longer term durability but if I get a full summer of track season out of these I will conclude they are outstanding value/performance for my needs.

Vehicle: 2014 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet
Miles Driven on Tires: 600
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: RENTON, WA
Driving Style: Spirited

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August 09, 2024
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4 out of 5 Star Rating
4 out of 5

After 10,000 miles, 2 road trips from Oregon to Colorado, several HPDEs, Track Sprints and AutoX's, I gotta replace the rears on my 991.2 C4S...

After about 10,000 miles, 2 road trips from Oregon to Colorado, several HPDEs, Track Sprints and AutoX's, I gotta replace the rears on my 991.2 C4S. These are a great value for the amount of grip you get. AutoXers wont find it hard to keep pace with the meta tires, AO52's included.

The tires have great grip from cold to warm but you'll find they punch WAY above their weight when they get a super hot canvas to stick to, where the meta 200tw tires stat to get greasy. Track days in the PNW have lots of rain and these will allow for quicker times in the wet compared to the AO52s. My only complaint is lots of road noise, some slow turn-in response and how picky the grip threshold is when the tires aren't at the perfect psi.

Highly recommend for the price for anybody running 20" wheels.

Vehicle: 2017 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Coupe With Rear Axle Steering
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: PORTLAND, OR
Driving Style: Spirited

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New tires, customer favorites, and former test winners are among the group for 2025’s Test 7, which also sees some manufacturers with multiple tires. Both Bridgestone and Goodyear have two tires in this group, while Continental, Michelin, and Yokohama each have a horse in this race. Who comes out on top and what category will it represent, Standard Touring or Grand Touring All-Season? In the end where will these tires stack up in our ever-growing combined results of tested touring tires? Watch now to find out!

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