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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Kumho 758 vs Yokohama BluEarth AE50 — Compared (September 2026)

Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.

Tire A Kumho

Kumho 758

Summer Touring tires

Kumho 758 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
69/100
4 owner reviews
Dry
63
Wet
70
Comfort
65
Noise
–
Treadwear
95
Handling
73

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

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Tire B Yokohama

Yokohama BluEarth AE50

Summer Premium Touring tires

Yokohama BluEarth AE50 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
70/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
66/100
36 owner reviews
Dry
74
Wet
72
Comfort
71
Noise
72
Treadwear
60
Handling
69

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Kumho 758 — better treadwear and handling. Pick the Yokohama BluEarth AE50 if dry and comfort matter most to you.
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Category breakdown

6 categories, side by side

Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.

Dry

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) BluEarth AE50 leads by 11
A — Kumho 758
63
B — Yokohama BluEarth AE50
74
Why this score
Source758BluEarth AE50
Professional tests (TWG score) – 75
Tyre Reviews owners 63 74

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) BluEarth AE50 leads by 2
A — Kumho 758
70
B — Yokohama BluEarth AE50
72
Why this score
Source758BluEarth AE50
Professional tests (TWG score) – 76
Tyre Reviews owners 70 67

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) BluEarth AE50 leads by 6
A — Kumho 758
65
B — Yokohama BluEarth AE50
71
Why this score
Source758BluEarth AE50
Professional tests (TWG score) – 72
Tyre Reviews owners 65 68

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Kumho 758
–
B — Yokohama BluEarth AE50
72
Why this score
Source758BluEarth AE50
Professional tests (TWG score) – 72

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) 758 leads by 35
A — Kumho 758
95
B — Yokohama BluEarth AE50
60
Why this score
Source758BluEarth AE50
Tyre Reviews owners 95 60

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) 758 leads by 4
A — Kumho 758
73
B — Yokohama BluEarth AE50
69
Why this score
Source758BluEarth AE50
Tyre Reviews owners 73 69

Scores at a glance

Kumho 758 vs Yokohama BluEarth AE50: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryKumho 758Yokohama BluEarth AE50
Relative Score 75 68
Dry 63 74
Wet 70 72
Comfort 65 71
Noise – 72
Treadwear 95 60
Handling 73 69

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Tire A

Tire B

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Kumho 758

The Kumho 758 is generally regarded as a reliable, long-lasting tire that provides competent handling and braking performance in both wet and dry conditions. While it earns praise for its durability and water drainage capabilities, some users report significant compromises in ride comfort and cabin noise levels.

Pros

  • Strong handling and braking performance on both wet and dry surfaces
  • Excellent water drainage
  • Exceptional tread longevity
  • Reliable overall road manners

Cons

  • Noticeable road noise
  • Subpar ride comfort
  • Inconsistent user experience regarding refinement

Observations

  • Users consistently highlight the tire's durability, suggesting it is well-suited for high-mileage drivers who prioritize longevity over ride quality.
Tire B Yokohama BluEarth AE50

The Yokohama BluEarth AE50 presents a polarizing experience for drivers, with user feedback sharply divided between those praising its comfort and wet-weather confidence and those frustrated by rapid tread wear and inconsistent noise levels. While many value it as a cost-effective, daily-driving tire, others report significant dissatisfaction regarding its longevity and performance degradation over time.

Pros

  • Strong wet and dry road grip for daily commuting
  • High levels of ride comfort and smoothness
  • Good value for money compared to premium competitors
  • Noticeable fuel efficiency and low rolling resistance

Cons

  • Rapid and premature tread wear reported by many users
  • Significant increase in road noise as the tire ages
  • Soft sidewalls leading to vague steering feedback and poor cornering stability
  • Inconsistent performance in wet conditions, with some users reporting aquaplaning

Observations

  • Users with heavier vehicles or FWD configurations frequently reported faster-than-expected front tire wear.
  • Drivers of performance-oriented hatchbacks noted that while the tire offers good daily comfort, it lacks the structural rigidity required for aggressive cornering.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Kumho 758 B · Yokohama BluEarth AE50
CategorySummer Touring tiresSummer Premium Touring tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Kumho

Yokohama

Winner: Kumho 758 — better treadwear and handling. Pick the Yokohama BluEarth AE50 if dry and comfort matter most to you.

Pick tire A You want the longest tread life

Kumho 758 scores 95 vs 60 on treadwear.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Yokohama BluEarth AE50 scores 74 vs 63 on dry.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Yokohama BluEarth AE50 scores 71 vs 65 on comfort.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Kumho 758 scores 73 vs 69 on handling.

Tire A · Kumho 758
Tire B · Yokohama BluEarth AE50

How do we compare tires?

Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.

Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.