Tyre Yokohama A052 205/60 R13 86V — summer performance tyre, 205/60R13 86V

The Yokohama A052 205/60 R13 86V is a 13-inch summer performance tyre for passenger cars, engineered to deliver predictable handling and strong road grip in dry and wet warm-weather conditions. With a 205/60 R13 profile and 86V load/speed rating, this tyre balances sporty response with day-to-day usability for compact and subcompact vehicles. The tread compound and pattern are tuned to improve cornering precision and steering feedback while maintaining acceptable wear characteristics for regular driving.

Advantages

The tyre provides enhanced lateral stability and steering accuracy for spirited driving, combined with a compound that promotes traction on warm asphalt. Its construction supports responsive handling and consistent contact with the road surface, helping to reduce understeer during cornering. The size and profile offer a compromise between comfort and performance suitable for small passenger cars.

Designed as a summer performance tyre, it reduces rolling resistance and improves grip in both dry and wet conditions compared with conventional all-season tyres, contributing to predictable behaviour at higher cornering loads.

Suitable for

• Enthusiastic drivers of compact and subcompact passenger cars seeking improved cornering and steering response
• Summer and warm-weather driving on paved roads
• Daily commuting where a balance of comfort and sporty handling is desired
• Vehicles with 13-inch wheel rims requiring 205/60 R13 tyres

Key specifications

• Tyre size: 205/60 R13
• Load index: 86 (suitable for typical passenger car loads)
• Speed rating: V (up to 240 km/h) — indicates performance capability under rated conditions
• Season: summer / performance tyre
• Application: passenger cars, compact and subcompact models
• Tread design: asymmetric/performance-oriented pattern for improved cornering and wet traction

How to use

Fit the Yokohama A052 205/60 R13 86V tyres to compatible 13-inch rims following manufacturer torque and mounting procedures. Ensure tyre pressures match the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended values for front and rear axles and check pressures when tyres are cold. Regularly inspect tread depth and overall tyre condition for wear, cuts, or punctures. Replace tyres when tread depth reaches legal limits or if damage compromises safety.

Usage recommendations

Use these tyres only in appropriate summer and warm-weather conditions; they are not intended for winter use on snow and ice. For best performance, fit tyres in axle-matched sets and maintain correct inflation, wheel alignment, and suspension condition. Rotate tyres periodically to promote even wear and verify compatibility with vehicle load and speed requirements.