78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
52/100
1 owner review
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Updated September 2026
Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV vs Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 — 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
76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
5 professional tests
User signal (40%)
87/100
15 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV — better noise, snow and comfort. Pick the Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 if treadwear, wet and handling 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 Winter V905 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Winter i*cept evo2 SUV | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 91 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 100% | 97% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 100% | 99% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
BluEarth Winter V905 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Winter i*cept evo2 SUV | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 78 | 76 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 89 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 92% | 94% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 96% | 97% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Winter i*cept evo2 SUV leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Winter i*cept evo2 SUV | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 85 | 70 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 92 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 94% | 92% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 100% | 95% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Winter i*cept evo2 SUV leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Winter i*cept evo2 SUV | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 78 | 56 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 83 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Winter i*cept evo2 SUV leads by 53
Why this score
| Source | Winter i*cept evo2 SUV | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | 47 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
BluEarth Winter V905 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Winter i*cept evo2 SUV | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 80 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
BluEarth Winter V905 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Winter i*cept evo2 SUV | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 87 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV | Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 76 |
| Dry | 84 | 88 |
| Wet | 74 | 81 |
| Snow | 91 | 79 |
| Comfort | 77 | 67 |
| Noise | 100 | 47 |
| Treadwear | 60 | 80 |
| Handling | 80 | 87 |
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Headline score
78
/ 100
Tire A
76
/ 100
Tire B
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 | 100% #11/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 97% #12/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | +3.1 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 100% #2/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 99% #3/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | +1 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 98% #10/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 84% #8/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | +13.9 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 100% #1/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 95% #15/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | +4.9 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 63% #4/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 76% #10/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | -13 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 17% #6/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 7% #14/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | +9.5 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 94% #4/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 92% #19/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | +2.3 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 100% #2/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 95% #19/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | +4.5 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 87% #9/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 81% #20/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | +6.5 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 90% #4/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 80% #5/10 · 2019 Auto Center Winter Tyre Test | +10 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 80% #7/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 90% #3/10 · 2019 Auto Center Winter Tyre Test | -10 | Different tests |
| Subj. Snow Handling | Subj | 90% #3/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 60% #8/10 · 2019 Auto Center Winter Tyre Test | +30 | Different tests |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 60% #8/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 100% #1/10 · 2019 Auto Center Winter Tyre Test | -40 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 92% #5/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 94% #12/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | -1.2 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 96% #7/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 97% #12/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | -1.4 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Hankook Winter i cept evo2 SUV is widely regarded as a reliable winter tire that significantly improves snow traction and braking performance compared to all-season alternatives. While it excels in winter conditions, some users note a slight deficiency in steering feedback during wet road conditions.
Pros
- Excellent traction and braking performance in heavy snow
- Significant improvement over standard all-season tires in winter conditions
- Reliable handling for SUV applications
Cons
- Lacking steering feedback on wet surfaces
- Not intended for off-road use despite SUV classification
Observations
- Users transitioning from all-season tires on heavy SUVs report a noticeable increase in confidence during winter driving.
The Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 is widely regarded as a high-performing winter tire that excels in cold, wet, and snowy conditions, offering handling characteristics that closely mimic summer tires. While most users praise its traction and confidence-inspiring grip on varied surfaces, some report concerns regarding tread longevity and increased road noise compared to other premium alternatives.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and handling on snow and ice
- Strong performance on cold, wet, and dry pavement
- High level of steering precision and road feedback
- Competitive price-to-performance ratio
Cons
- Reports of higher-than-average road noise
- Mixed feedback on tread longevity, with some users noting rapid wear
- Occasional understeer in wet conditions when temperatures are higher
- Reduced performance in deep slush compared to packed snow
Observations
- Users running these on performance-oriented vehicles like the Honda Civic Type R and BMW 330 Touring report high satisfaction with handling and grip.
- Drivers of 4x4 SUVs noted the tire holds up well under demanding, high-mileage usage, though some smaller vehicle owners reported faster wear on the front axle.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV | B · Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Ultra High Performance Winter tire | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 4 |
| Rim diameters | — | 18″ – 21″ |
| Tread depth | — | 11/32″ |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
78
/ 100
Hankook
76
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV — better noise, snow and comfort. Pick the Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 if treadwear, wet and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV scores 100 vs 47 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 scores 80 vs 60 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV scores 91 vs 79 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV scores 77 vs 67 on comfort.
Tire A · Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV
Tire B · Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905
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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.