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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Toyo Open Country A/T II vs Toyo Vario V2 — 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.

Toyo Open Country A/T II tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
92/100
816 owner reviews
Dry
96
Wet
91
Snow
91
Comfort
93
Noise
89
Treadwear
92
Handling
93

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Toyo

Toyo Vario V2

All Season Touring tires

Toyo Vario V2 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
93/100
1 owner review
Dry
90
Wet
90
Snow
–
Comfort
90
Noise
–
Treadwear
90
Handling
90

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Toyo Open Country A/T II — better dry, comfort and handling. 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Open Country A/T II leads by 6
A — Toyo Open Country A/T II
96
B — Toyo Vario V2
90
Why this score
SourceOpen Country A/T IIVario V2
Tyre Reviews owners 65 90

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Open Country A/T II leads by 1
A — Toyo Open Country A/T II
91
B — Toyo Vario V2
90
Why this score
SourceOpen Country A/T IIVario V2
Tyre Reviews owners 50 90

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Toyo Open Country A/T II
91
B — Toyo Vario V2
–
Why this score
SourceOpen Country A/T IIVario V2
Tyre Reviews owners 45 –

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Open Country A/T II leads by 3
A — Toyo Open Country A/T II
93
B — Toyo Vario V2
90
Why this score
SourceOpen Country A/T IIVario V2
Tyre Reviews owners 80 90

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Toyo Open Country A/T II
89
B — Toyo Vario V2
–

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Open Country A/T II leads by 2
A — Toyo Open Country A/T II
92
B — Toyo Vario V2
90
Why this score
SourceOpen Country A/T IIVario V2
Tyre Reviews owners 75 90

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Open Country A/T II leads by 3
A — Toyo Open Country A/T II
93
B — Toyo Vario V2
90
Why this score
SourceOpen Country A/T IIVario V2
Tyre Reviews owners 60 90

Scores at a glance

Toyo Open Country A/T II vs Toyo Vario V2: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryToyo Open Country A/T IIToyo Vario V2
Relative Score 93 90
Dry 96 90
Wet 91 90
Snow 91 –
Comfort 93 90
Noise 89 –
Treadwear 92 90
Handling 93 90

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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 Toyo Open Country A/T II

The Toyo Open Country A/T II is widely regarded as a versatile, durable, and quiet all-terrain tire that excels in mixed-use scenarios, including towing and light-to-moderate off-roading. While the vast majority of users praise its longevity and highway comfort, a subset of owners reports persistent issues with high-speed balancing and inconsistent performance on slick, wet pavement.

Pros

  • Excellent highway comfort and low road noise for an all-terrain tire
  • Strong off-road capability in mud, sand, and loose rock
  • High durability and tread life when properly maintained
  • Predictable handling and stability while towing heavy loads

Cons

  • Persistent reports of vibration and difficulty achieving a proper high-speed balance
  • Inconsistent traction on wet or freshly rained-on pavement
  • Potential for uneven tread wear if rotation and pressure are not strictly managed
  • Some users find the compound too stiff for optimal grip in icy or packed snow conditions

Observations

  • Heavy-duty truck owners (e.g., Ram 2500/3500) report excellent towing stability, provided tire pressures are adjusted using the 'chalk test' to prevent center-tread wear.
  • Users opting for 'C' load ratings on lighter vehicles like the Jeep Wrangler report a more comfortable ride but note 'squishy' sidewalls during off-road deflation compared to 'E' load versions.
  • Owners of smaller SUVs and crossovers (e.g., Subaru Crosstrek) generally find the tire to be a significant aesthetic and functional upgrade over stock tires with minimal noise penalty.
Tire B Toyo Vario V2

The Toyo Vario V2 is highly regarded for its exceptional durability and consistent grip performance, even when subjected to challenging road conditions. Users report that the tire maintains its integrity over significant mileage, though performance may taper off slightly as the tread reaches the end of its service life.

Pros

  • Excellent long-term grip performance
  • High durability and tread longevity
  • Reliable handling on poor road surfaces

Cons

  • Reduced traction as the tire nears the end of its lifespan

Observations

  • Demonstrated strong performance consistency over a 45,000km service interval.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Toyo Open Country A/T II B · Toyo Vario V2
Category—All Season Touring tires
Vehicle type—Passenger Car / Crossover
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Toyo

Toyo

Winner: Toyo Open Country A/T II — better dry, comfort and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

Toyo Open Country A/T II scores 96 vs 90 on dry.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Toyo Open Country A/T II scores 93 vs 90 on comfort.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Toyo Open Country A/T II scores 93 vs 90 on handling.

Tire A · Toyo Open Country A/T II
Tire B · Toyo Vario V2

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.