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BFGoodrich A/T KO2 vs Yokohama Geolandar G033 — Compared (May 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.

Tire A BFGoodrich

BFGoodrich A/T KO2

All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires

BFGoodrich A/T KO2 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
69/100
7 owner reviews
Dry
84
Wet
64
Snow
92
Comfort
61
Treadwear
80
Handling
50

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Yokohama

Yokohama Geolandar G033

Summer Premium Touring tires

Yokohama Geolandar G033 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
63/100
2 owner reviews
Dry
65
Wet
30
Snow
–
Comfort
90
Treadwear
85
Handling
60

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: BFGoodrich A/T KO2 — better wet and dry. Pick the Yokohama Geolandar G033 if comfort, handling and treadwear matter most to you.
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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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) A/T KO2 leads by 19
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
84
B — Yokohama Geolandar G033
65
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Geolandar G033
Tyre Reviews owners 83 65

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) A/T KO2 leads by 34
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
64
B — Yokohama Geolandar G033
30
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Geolandar G033
Tyre Reviews owners 60 30

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
92
B — Yokohama Geolandar G033
–

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Geolandar G033 leads by 29
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
61
B — Yokohama Geolandar G033
90
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Geolandar G033
Tyre Reviews owners 57 90

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Geolandar G033 leads by 5
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
80
B — Yokohama Geolandar G033
85
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Geolandar G033
Tyre Reviews owners 79 85

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Geolandar G033 leads by 10
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
50
B — Yokohama Geolandar G033
60
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Geolandar G033
Tyre Reviews owners 50 60

Scores at a glance

BFGoodrich A/T KO2 vs Yokohama Geolandar G033: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryBFGoodrich A/T KO2Yokohama Geolandar G033
Relative Score 69 64
Dry 84 65
Wet 64 30
Snow 92 –
Comfort 61 90
Treadwear 80 85
Handling 50 60

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Tire A

Tire B

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A BFGoodrich A/T KO2

The BFGoodrich A/T KO2 is widely regarded as a highly durable and aesthetically aggressive tire that excels in off-road environments and extreme heat. While users praise its longevity and rugged construction, there is a clear consensus regarding its compromises in on-road comfort, noise levels, and wet-weather performance.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread longevity and durability even in extreme temperatures
  • Strong off-road traction across varied terrain including rocks, mud, and sand
  • Aggressive, iconic visual appeal
  • Reliable performance when aired down for off-road use

Cons

  • Noticeable road noise during daily driving
  • Subpar handling and traction in wet on-road conditions
  • Reduced ride comfort compared to less aggressive all-terrain options

Observations

  • Owners of smaller, lightweight 4x4s like the Suzuki Jimny report surprisingly good road-holding characteristics.
  • The tire demonstrates extreme heat resistance, maintaining structural integrity after years of use in desert climates exceeding 50°C.
Tire B Yokohama Geolandar G033

The Yokohama Geolandar G033 receives a mixed reception, with users divided on its core performance characteristics. While some drivers appreciate its initial comfort and handling, others report significant concerns regarding road noise and reliability in on-road conditions.

Pros

  • High initial comfort levels
  • Good handling characteristics
  • Decent tread longevity

Cons

  • Excessive road noise on various surfaces
  • Unreliable performance in on-road driving conditions
  • Poor suitability for daily on-road commuting

Observations

  • Users noted the tire is frequently equipped as an original equipment (OE) factory fitment.
  • The tire demonstrates a notable discrepancy between its intended off-road design and its actual on-road performance.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · BFGoodrich A/T KO2 B · Yokohama Geolandar G033
CategoryAll Season All Terrain and Off Road tiresSummer Premium Touring tires
Vehicle type—SUV and 4x4
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

BFGoodrich

Yokohama

Winner: BFGoodrich A/T KO2 — better wet and dry. Pick the Yokohama Geolandar G033 if comfort, handling and treadwear matter most to you.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

BFGoodrich A/T KO2 scores 64 vs 30 on wet.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Yokohama Geolandar G033 scores 90 vs 61 on comfort.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

BFGoodrich A/T KO2 scores 84 vs 65 on dry.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Yokohama Geolandar G033 scores 60 vs 50 on handling.

Tire A · BFGoodrich A/T KO2
Tire B · Yokohama Geolandar G033

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.