69
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
6 professional tests
User signal (40%)
75/100
8 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Yokohama BluEarth 4S AW21 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 4S AW21 — better dry and comfort. Pick the Yokohama BluEarth RV02 if handling, wet and treadwear matter most to you.
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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
Score (0–100)
BluEarth 4S AW21 leads by 41
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth 4S AW21 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 66 | 1 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 83 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 88% | 93% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
BluEarth RV02 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth 4S AW21 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 69 | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 81 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 86% | 95% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth 4S AW21 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
BluEarth 4S AW21 leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth 4S AW21 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 26 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 86 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth 4S AW21 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 99 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
BluEarth RV02 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth 4S AW21 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 59 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
BluEarth RV02 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth 4S AW21 | BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Yokohama BluEarth 4S AW21 | Yokohama BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 69 | 64 |
| Dry | 75 | 34 |
| Wet | 76 | 84 |
| Snow | 82 | – |
| Comfort | 73 | 50 |
| Noise | 99 | – |
| Treadwear | 55 | 59 |
| Handling | 70 | 80 |
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Headline score
69
/ 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 | 88% #28/35 · 2023 All Season Tyre 35 Set Shootout | 93% #6/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -4.8 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 76% #7/7 · The Best All Season Tyres for 2024 | 92% #5/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -16.3 | Different tests |
| Wear | Other | 79% #4/7 · The Best All Season Tyres for 2024 | 80% #8/12 · 2020 ADAC SUV Summer Tyre Test | -0.5 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 17% #6/7 · The Best All Season Tyres for 2024 | 14% #7/12 · 2020 ADAC SUV Summer Tyre Test | +2.4 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 90% #6/7 · The Best All Season Tyres for 2024 | 94% #8/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -4.6 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 86% #19/35 · 2023 All Season Tyre 35 Set Shootout | 95% #7/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -9.5 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Yokohama BluEarth 4S AW21 is generally regarded as a competent all-weather tire that excels in wet and winter conditions, providing reliable traction in cold temperatures. While users appreciate its performance in adverse weather, the tire receives mixed feedback regarding its longevity, road noise, and handling characteristics during warmer months.
Pros
- Excellent wet weather grip and stability on motorways
- Strong performance in snow and icy conditions
- Quiet and smooth ride quality during the first two years of ownership
- Aesthetically pleasing tread design
Cons
- Noticeable increase in road noise, described by some as excessive
- Soft compound feel during high-temperature summer driving
- Concerns regarding long-term durability and premature tread cracking
- Unusual steering feedback during low-speed maneuvering
Observations
- Drivers of compact hatchbacks, such as the VW Golf, report acceptable dry and wet grip but note a peculiar sensation in steering feel.
- Performance in warmer climates (30°C+) results in a 'soft' feeling during cornering, suggesting the compound is better suited for temperate or cold environments.
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 · Yokohama BluEarth 4S AW21 | B · Yokohama BluEarth RV02 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
69
/ 100
Yokohama
64
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama BluEarth 4S AW21 — better dry and comfort. Pick the Yokohama BluEarth RV02 if handling, wet and treadwear matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama BluEarth 4S AW21 scores 75 vs 34 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama BluEarth 4S AW21 scores 73 vs 50 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama BluEarth RV02 scores 80 vs 70 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama BluEarth RV02 scores 84 vs 76 on wet.
Tire A · Yokohama BluEarth 4S AW21
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.