61
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
58/100
23 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Pirelli P6 vs Yokohama BluEarth RV02 — 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.
VS
64
/ 100
Objective (60%)
62/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
77/100
8 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama BluEarth RV02 — better handling and wet. Pick the Pirelli P6 if dry and comfort matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
5 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)
P6 leads by 38
Why this score
| Source | P6 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 1 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 83 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
BluEarth RV02 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | P6 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 81 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
P6 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | P6 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 26 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 86 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
P6 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | P6 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 59 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
BluEarth RV02 leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | P6 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli P6 | Yokohama BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 61 | 64 |
| Dry | 72 | 34 |
| Wet | 63 | 84 |
| Comfort | 60 | 50 |
| Treadwear | 60 | 59 |
| Handling | 50 | 80 |
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61
/ 100
Tire A
64
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Pirelli P6 receives a polarized reception, with users frequently citing it as a polarizing, average-performing tire that struggles to justify its premium branding. While some drivers appreciate its longevity and dry-weather stability, a significant portion of the user base reports disappointing wet-weather traction and excessive road noise.
Pros
- Decent tread life and durability for conservative drivers
- Stable handling in dry conditions
- Competitive pricing compared to top-tier premium alternatives
- Noticeable improvement in noise levels for some specific vehicle applications
Cons
- Poor wet-weather grip and braking performance
- High levels of road noise reported by many users
- Significant performance degradation as the tread wears down
- Soft sidewalls leading to handling instability or 'rolling' sensations
Observations
- Users on smaller vehicles, such as the Audi A2 (175/60 15), reported significant issues with traction control activation and poor grip.
- Drivers of heavier or front-wheel-drive vehicles noted that while the tire can last for high mileage, it struggles to put power down effectively during acceleration.
The Yokohama BluEarth RV02 is widely regarded as a high-comfort, stable tire specifically engineered for MPVs and SUVs with higher centers of gravity. While users consistently praise its superior wet-weather grip and noise suppression, long-term satisfaction is somewhat tempered by reports of inconsistent tread longevity and potential material degradation over time.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry surface grip
- High levels of ride comfort and low road noise
- Improved vehicle stability for tall-profile vehicles like MPVs and SUVs
- Competitive fuel efficiency
Cons
- Noticeable increase in noise and decrease in comfort as tread wears down
- Reports of premature sidewall or tread cracking
- Inconsistent tread life, with some users noting rapid wear due to softer compounds
Observations
- Users specifically noted that the tire significantly improves stability and reduces body roll in MPVs like the Toyota Vellfire.
- Drivers of SUVs, such as the Hyundai Tucson and Nissan Qashqai, reported a marked improvement in handling and wet-weather confidence compared to OEM tire options.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Pirelli P6 | B · Yokohama BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
61
/ 100
Pirelli
64
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama BluEarth RV02 — better handling and wet. Pick the Pirelli P6 if dry and comfort matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli P6 scores 72 vs 34 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama BluEarth RV02 scores 80 vs 50 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama BluEarth RV02 scores 84 vs 63 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli P6 scores 60 vs 50 on comfort.
Tire A · Pirelli P6
Tire B · Yokohama BluEarth RV02
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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.