83
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
5 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Vredestein Hi Trac 2 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: Vredestein Hi Trac 2 — better dry, comfort and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
Hi Trac 2 leads by 46
Why this score
| Source | Hi Trac 2 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 1 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 83 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Hi Trac 2 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Hi Trac 2 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 81 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Hi Trac 2 leads by 32
Why this score
| Source | Hi Trac 2 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 26 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 86 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Hi Trac 2 leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Hi Trac 2 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 59 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Hi Trac 2 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Vredestein Hi Trac 2 | Yokohama BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 83 | 64 |
| Dry | 80 | 34 |
| Wet | 86 | 84 |
| Comfort | 82 | 50 |
| Treadwear | 83 | 59 |
| Handling | 80 | 80 |
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Headline score
83
/ 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 Vredestein Hi Trac 2 is generally regarded as a capable performer in wet weather conditions, offering reliable braking and traction. However, user experience is polarized by concerns regarding rapid tread wear and soft sidewall construction, which can impact handling stability during cornering.
Pros
- Strong wet weather grip and braking performance
- Quiet operation compared to factory-fitted alternatives
- Good traction for acceleration and braking
- Suitable for lightweight vehicle applications
Cons
- Poor tread longevity, with some users reporting significant wear under 10,000 miles
- Soft sidewalls leading to a 'wobbly' sensation or excessive flex during cornering
- Lack of lateral grip in dry conditions
- Premium pricing point that some users feel is not justified by the wear rate
Observations
- Users with 65-profile tires noted significant sidewall bulge, requiring higher inflation pressures to improve handling stability.
- The tire is reported to perform well on lightweight sports cars, though it may struggle with weight transfer on heavier or more demanding vehicles.
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 · Vredestein Hi Trac 2 | B · Yokohama BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
83
/ 100
Vredestein
64
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Vredestein Hi Trac 2 — better dry, comfort and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Vredestein Hi Trac 2 scores 80 vs 34 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Vredestein Hi Trac 2 scores 82 vs 50 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Vredestein Hi Trac 2 scores 83 vs 59 on treadwear.
Tire A · Vredestein Hi Trac 2
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.