64
/ 100
Objective (60%)
62/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
77/100
8 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Yokohama BluEarth RV02 vs Yokohama S306 — 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
68
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
66/100
17 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama S306 — better dry, treadwear and comfort. Pick the Yokohama BluEarth RV02 if wet and handling matter most to you.
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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)
S306 leads by 48
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth RV02 | S306 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 1 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 82 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
BluEarth RV02 leads by 25
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth RV02 | S306 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 59 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
S306 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth RV02 | S306 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 26 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 64 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
S306 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth RV02 | S306 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 59 | 74 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
BluEarth RV02 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth RV02 | S306 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 62 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Yokohama BluEarth RV02 | Yokohama S306 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 64 | 68 |
| Dry | 34 | 82 |
| Wet | 84 | 59 |
| Comfort | 50 | 64 |
| Treadwear | 59 | 74 |
| Handling | 80 | 62 |
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64
/ 100
Tire A
68
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
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.
The Yokohama S306 is a polarizing tire that excels in dry conditions and longevity but receives significant criticism for its poor wet-weather performance. While some users appreciate its durability and value, many report a lack of confidence and traction when driving on damp or rainy surfaces.
Pros
- Excellent dry weather grip and handling
- High tread longevity and durability
- Stiff sidewall provides good steering feedback
- Cost-effective price point
Cons
- Consistently poor wet weather traction
- Harsh ride quality and high road noise
- Tendency to tramline on uneven surfaces
- Unstable at higher speeds on certain performance vehicles
Observations
- Performance-oriented vehicles like the VW R32 and Mazda3 report significant dissatisfaction with wet grip and ride comfort.
- Users with heavier, steady-driving vehicles like the Ford Mondeo report higher satisfaction levels, suggesting the tire may be better suited for touring than spirited driving.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Yokohama BluEarth RV02 | B · Yokohama S306 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
64
/ 100
Yokohama
68
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama S306 — better dry, treadwear and comfort. Pick the Yokohama BluEarth RV02 if wet and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama S306 scores 82 vs 34 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama BluEarth RV02 scores 84 vs 59 on wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama BluEarth RV02 scores 80 vs 62 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama S306 scores 74 vs 59 on treadwear.
Tire A · Yokohama BluEarth RV02
Tire B · Yokohama S306
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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.