Best Grip Upgrade for Audi S3: Yokohama AD09 in 245/35R19
Quick answer
For an Audi S3 driver wanting more grip, the Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09 in 245/35R19 is a serious option to consider when the tyre size, load rating and wheel package are suitable. This Audi S3 was fitted at Autosport Tyre World Magill, then checked with a four-wheel alignment.
What the customer wanted
The brief was simple: more grip. That changes the tyre recommendation. A daily comfort tyre, touring tyre and grip-focused performance tyre can all be "good" in different ways, but they do different jobs.
For this Audi S3, the focus was traction, braking confidence, steering response and a planted road feel. Yokohama AD09 was selected because it sits in Yokohama's performance tyre family and is aimed at enthusiast road and circuit-style driving.
Why 245/35R19 needs proper checks
A 245/35R19 tyre has a wide tread and low sidewall. That can give a direct feel, but it also means fitment details matter. Before treating any tyre size as correct, check:
- The tyre placard and legal requirements
- The current wheel width and offset
- Brake and suspension clearance
- Load index and speed rating
- Guard clearance under steering and suspension movement
- Whether the vehicle needs alignment correction
Why four-wheel alignment matters after a grip upgrade
A new grip-focused tyre deserves a proper alignment baseline. If toe is out, the tyre can scrub. If camber is not appropriate for the car's use, one shoulder can work harder than the other. If the rear is not tracking cleanly, the car can feel unsettled even with new tyres.
For Adelaide performance drivers, alignment is especially useful because daily roads around Magill, Norwood, Burnside, Tranmere and the Adelaide Hills can expose poor settings quickly.
Links for Audi S3 owners
- 245/35R19 93W Yokohama ADVAN AD09
- Yokohama AD09 tyres Adelaide
- 245/35R19 tyre size collection
- Book or learn about wheel alignment in Adelaide
Autosport Tyre World / TYREPLUS Adelaide locations
For Audi S3 tyres, Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09 fitment, 245/35R19 tyre options and four-wheel alignment in Adelaide, contact Autosport Tyre World / TYREPLUS at Magill, Clarence Gardens or Wingfield.
TYREPLUS Magill | Autosport Tyre World Magill
647 Magill Road, Magill SA 5072
Phone: 0452 641 023
TYREPLUS Clarence Gardens | Autosport Tyre World Clarence Gardens
911 South Road, Clarence Gardens SA 5039
Phone: 0420 299 911
TYREPLUS Wingfield | Autosport Tyre World Wingfield
411 Grand Junction Road, Wingfield SA 5013
Phone: 0433 645 411
FAQ
What tyre was fitted to this Audi S3?
This Audi S3 was fitted with Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09 tyres in 245/35R19.
Is AD09 mainly for comfort or grip?
AD09 is a grip-focused performance tyre choice. Drivers should expect a more performance-oriented character than a basic touring tyre.
Do I need alignment if I only changed tyres?
Alignment is strongly recommended when fitting performance tyres, especially if the previous tyres showed uneven wear or the car has recently hit potholes or kerbs.