Tyre comparison
Nankang Sportnex AR-1 vs Yokohama Advan A052
The Advan A052 scores higher for every kind of driver we tested. Choose the Sportnex AR-1 for tread life. The Sportnex AR-1 usually costs less.
Fit score by driver
The same 0–100 score the calculator ranks tyres by, weighted for each kind of driver. How we score
| Driver | Sportnex AR-1 | Advan A052 |
|---|---|---|
| Mostly track | 61 | 68 (higher) |
| Road + track days | 53 | 55 (higher) |
| Spirited roads | 53 | 55 (higher) |
Trait by trait
Out of 10, against other track tyres.
Sportnex AR-1
Where the scores come from
Estimated: no independent test of this tyre found
Budget semi-slick; no test figures read.
Data last reviewed: October 2026
Advan A052
Where the scores come from
Independent tests
- Tested by
- Tyre Reviews
TyreReviews TR score 8.4 (2nd to Trofeo RS); fast warm-up, fast wear.
Data last reviewed: October 2026
Questions
Which is better, the Sportnex AR-1 or the Advan A052?
The Advan A052 scores higher for every kind of driver we tested. Choose the Sportnex AR-1 for tread life. The Sportnex AR-1 usually costs less.
Where do these ratings come from?
From independent tyre tests where they exist (ADAC, Auto Bild, Tyre Reviews, evo, Tire Rack and others), rated 1 to 10 against other tyres in the same category, last reviewed October 2026. Neither tyre maker nor any retailer can change them.