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Toyo Tranpath MP4 vs Yokohama BluEarth RV02 — Compared (September 2026)
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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
Why this score
| Source | Tranpath MP4 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 1 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 83 |
Wet
Why this score
| Source | Tranpath MP4 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 81 |
Comfort
Why this score
| Source | Tranpath MP4 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 26 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 86 |
Treadwear
Why this score
| Source | Tranpath MP4 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 59 |
Handling
Why this score
| Source | Tranpath MP4 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Toyo Tranpath MP4 | Yokohama BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 64 |
| Dry | 90 | 34 |
| Wet | 85 | 84 |
| Comfort | 85 | 50 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 59 |
| Handling | 80 | 80 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
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Tire A
Tire B
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Toyo Tranpath MP4 is regarded as a high-quality tire by experienced users. The consensus points toward a reliable and well-performing product that meets expectations for its intended application.
Pros
- Strong brand reputation
- High overall performance satisfaction
Cons
- Limited user feedback available for detailed analysis
Observations
- No specific vehicle or size-related performance data was provided in the available review.
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.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Toyo Tranpath MP4 | B · Yokohama BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
Which one should you actually buy?
Toyo
Yokohama
Winner: Toyo Tranpath MP4 — better dry, comfort and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Toyo Tranpath MP4 scores 90 vs 34 on dry.
Toyo Tranpath MP4 scores 85 vs 50 on comfort.
Toyo Tranpath MP4 scores 70 vs 59 on treadwear.
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.