92
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
92/100
68 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 vs Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32 — Compared (May 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.
VS
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
57 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 — better treadwear, dry and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
7 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
Score (0–100)
Road Venture ST KL16 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture ST KL16 | BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 83 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Road Venture ST KL16 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture ST KL16 | BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 40 | 78 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Road Venture ST KL16 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture ST KL16 | BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 86 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Road Venture ST KL16 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture ST KL16 | BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 75 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Road Venture ST KL16 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture ST KL16 | BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 81 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 | Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 92 | 80 |
| Dry | 96 | 83 |
| Wet | 90 | 78 |
| Snow | 92 | – |
| Comfort | 93 | 86 |
| Noise | 92 | – |
| Treadwear | 92 | 75 |
| Handling | 91 | 81 |
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Headline score
92
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 100
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.
The Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 is generally regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly tire that excels in road noise reduction and dry pavement comfort. While many users praise its longevity and quiet operation, performance in wet or challenging off-road conditions is inconsistent, with some users reporting a lack of confidence in slippery environments.
Pros
- Exceptional value for the price point
- Surprisingly low road noise for an all-terrain/aggressive tread design
- Good tread life and durability
- Comfortable ride quality on highway and city surfaces
Cons
- Inconsistent traction on wet surfaces
- Tendency to cup or vibrate if not maintained properly
- Less aggressive aesthetic compared to premium competitors like BFGoodrich
- Occasional reports of balancing issues or ride harshness on heavy-duty trucks
Observations
- Users on lighter SUVs and older Jeeps report significant improvements in cabin noise and ride comfort compared to more aggressive mud-terrain alternatives.
- Heavy-duty truck owners (e.g., Dodge RAM 2500) report mixed experiences, with some noting ride quality issues and vibrations that were not present with other brands.
The Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32 is widely regarded as a high-value, comfort-oriented tire that excels in daily driving scenarios. While most users praise its quiet operation, smooth ride quality, and reliable dry-weather grip, consensus on wet-weather performance and tread longevity is mixed, with some users reporting significant performance degradation as the tire wears.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and noise reduction
- Strong value proposition compared to premium brands
- Reliable dry-weather traction and handling
- Noticeable improvement in fuel efficiency for many users
Cons
- Wet-weather grip can become unpredictable as tread depth decreases
- Inconsistent tread life, with some users reporting premature wear
- Sidewalls may be susceptible to damage from severe potholes
- Not intended for high-performance or aggressive driving
Observations
- Users of compact hatchbacks and city cars (e.g., Honda Jazz, Fiat 500) report high satisfaction with comfort and noise levels.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles or those with high-torque engines occasionally report faster-than-expected front-tire wear.
- Some users noted that the tire requires a 'break-in' period of several hundred miles before reaching optimal performance.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 | B · Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
92
/ 100
Kumho
80
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 — better treadwear, dry and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 scores 92 vs 75 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 scores 96 vs 83 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 scores 90 vs 78 on wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 scores 91 vs 81 on handling.
Tire A · Kumho Road Venture ST KL16
Tire B · Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32
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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.