82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
77/100
13 professional tests
User signal (40%)
86/100
116 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Vredestein Ultrac Vorti 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 Ultrac Vorti — better dry, treadwear and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
Ultrac Vorti leads by 51
Why this score
| Source | Ultrac Vorti | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 79 | 1 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 83 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 93% | 93% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
BluEarth RV02 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Ultrac Vorti | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 81 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 89% | 95% |
| Wet Circle (% of best) | 95% | 97% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ultrac Vorti leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Ultrac Vorti | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 61 | 26 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 86 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Ultrac Vorti | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 74 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ultrac Vorti leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Ultrac Vorti | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 59 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Ultrac Vorti leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Ultrac Vorti | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 80 |
| DriverReviews owners | 90 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Vredestein Ultrac Vorti | Yokohama BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 82 | 64 |
| Dry | 85 | 34 |
| Wet | 82 | 84 |
| Comfort | 71 | 50 |
| Noise | 74 | – |
| Treadwear | 83 | 59 |
| Handling | 88 | 80 |
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Headline score
82
/ 100
Tire A
64
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 93% #8/10 · 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tyre Test | 93% #6/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -0.2 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 73% #12/14 · 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | 92% #5/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -19.1 | Different tests |
| Wear | Other | 71% #11/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | 80% #8/12 · 2020 ADAC SUV Summer Tyre Test | -8.3 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 8% #12/14 · 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | 14% #7/12 · 2020 ADAC SUV Summer Tyre Test | -6 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 98% #6/10 · 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tyre Test | 94% #8/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | +3.3 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 100% #2/10 · 2022 Tyre Reviews UUHP Summer Tyre Test | 67% #7/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | +33.3 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 99% #2/8 · 2019 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | 33% #8/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | +65.6 | Different tests |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 89% #2/8 · 2019 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | 33% #8/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | +55.6 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 89% #6/10 · 2022 Tyre Reviews UUHP Summer Tyre Test | 95% #7/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -6.3 | Different tests |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 95% #8/11 · 2024 Summer SUV Tyre Test | 97% #6/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -1.3 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Vredestein Ultrac Vorti is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that offers an exceptional balance of dry grip, steering feedback, and value. While the majority of users praise its ability to compete with premium brands like Michelin and Continental at a lower price point, a subset of users reports inconsistent wet-weather performance and concerns regarding long-term rubber degradation.
Pros
- Excellent dry handling and cornering stability
- High value-for-money compared to top-tier premium brands
- Aesthetically pleasing design with effective rim protection
- Strong road feedback and steering precision
- Generally low noise levels and good ride comfort
Cons
- Inconsistent wet-weather grip and aquaplaning resistance
- Reports of premature cracking or dry rot in some batches
- Variable tread life depending on vehicle weight and driving style
- Occasional balancing issues reported by some users
Observations
- Users with 19-inch and larger wheels frequently noted a significant trade-off in ride comfort due to the stiff sidewall construction.
- Heavy vehicles (1.6+ tons) and high-torque setups generally report positive handling, though some note faster wear on the rear axle.
- Proper tire pressure management is critical for this model; several users noted that running the correct PSI is essential to prevent sidewall 'drag' and improve handling.
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 Ultrac Vorti | B · Yokohama BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
82
/ 100
Vredestein
64
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Vredestein Ultrac Vorti — better dry, treadwear and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Vredestein Ultrac Vorti scores 85 vs 34 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Vredestein Ultrac Vorti scores 83 vs 59 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Vredestein Ultrac Vorti scores 71 vs 50 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Vredestein Ultrac Vorti scores 88 vs 80 on handling.
Tire A · Vredestein Ultrac Vorti
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.