Tested 12 times by independent publications, the Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906 averages a finish of 16th. Its strongest discipline is Dry Braking, beating 66% of the field across 5 tests; its weakest is Snow Braking, at 23% across 10 tests.
2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 P9 of 16
The Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906 finished joint ninth overall. It stops well on dry and wet roads, but average handling, weak winter grip and poor efficiency held it to a satisfactory rating.
Where the Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906 finished in each measured discipline, across every test that measured it against at least two other tyres. Field beaten is the share of the other tyres it outranked in that measurement.
| Discipline | Tests | Avg finish | Field beaten | Firsts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | ||||
| Dry Braking Strong | 5 | P6.4 of 15.8 | 66% | - |
| Dry Handling | 2 | P5.5 of 16 | 63% | - |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 1 | P6 of 10 | 44% | - |
| Wet | ||||
| Wet Braking | 10 | P14.6 of 34.6 | 57% | - |
| Wet Braking - Concrete | 2 | P5 of 16 | 73% | - |
| Wet Handling | 2 | P10.5 of 16 | 39% | - |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 1 | P7 of 10 | 33% | - |
| Wet Circle | 2 | P9 of 16 | 40% | - |
| Straight Aqua | 5 | P12 of 15.8 | 23% | - |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 4 | P11.3 of 17.3 | 36% | - |
| Snow | ||||
| Snow Braking Weak | 10 | P18.4 of 24.1 | 23% | - |
| Snow Traction | 5 | P12.8 of 15.8 | 18% | - |
| Snow Handling | 2 | P11.5 of 15.5 | 23% | - |
| Subj. Snow Handling | 1 | P9 of 10 | 11% | - |
| Snow Circle | 1 | P10 of 10 | 0% | - |
| Ice | ||||
| Ice Braking | 3 | P13.7 of 15.7 | 13% | - |
| Comfort | ||||
| Subj. Comfort | 1 | P1 of 10 | 100% | 1 |
| Noise | 4 | P10.3 of 15.8 | 33% | - |
| Value | ||||
| Wear | 5 | P12.2 of 15.4 | 24% | - |
| Value | 4 | P9.8 of 15 | 41% | - |
| Rolling Resistance | 2 | P15.5 of 16 | 6% | - |
| Fuel Consumption | 2 | P10.5 of 15.5 | 36% | - |
| Abrasion | 4 | P10.5 of 14.3 | 30% | - |
Overall finishing position against the tyres that have most often shared a test with the Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906. Only tyres tested alongside it at least three times are listed.
| Rival | Shared tests | Ahead | Behind | Level | Finished ahead |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6
8 shared: 6 ahead, 2 behind
|
8 | 6 | 2 | - | 75% |
 Dunlop Winter Sport 5
8 shared: 0 ahead, 8 behind
|
8 | 0 | 8 | - | 0% |
 Sava Eskimo HP2
7 shared: 4 ahead, 3 behind
|
7 | 4 | 3 | - | 57% |
 Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
7 shared: 2 ahead, 5 behind
|
7 | 2 | 5 | - | 29% |
 Kleber Krisalp HP3
7 shared: 1 ahead, 6 behind
|
7 | 1 | 6 | - | 14% |
 Firestone Winterhawk 4
7 shared: 1 ahead, 6 behind
|
7 | 1 | 6 | - | 14% |
 Michelin Alpin 6
7 shared: 0 ahead, 7 behind
|
7 | 0 | 7 | - | 0% |
 BFGoodrich gForce Winter 2
7 shared: 0 ahead, 7 behind
|
7 | 0 | 7 | - | 0% |
 Giti GitiWinterW2
6 shared: 3 ahead, 3 behind
|
6 | 3 | 3 | - | 50% |
 Fulda Kristall Control HP2
6 shared: 3 ahead, 3 behind
|
6 | 3 | 3 | - | 50% |
 Barum Polaris 5
6 shared: 2 ahead, 4 behind
|
6 | 2 | 4 | - | 33% |
 Kumho Winter Craft WP52
6 shared: 1 ahead, 5 behind
|
6 | 1 | 5 | - | 17% |
 Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
6 shared: 0 ahead, 6 behind
|
6 | 0 | 6 | - | 0% |
 Semperit Speed Grip 5
6 shared: 0 ahead, 6 behind
|
6 | 0 | 6 | - | 0% |
 Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
6 shared: 0 ahead, 6 behind
Compare with UltraGrip Performance 3 |
6 | 0 | 6 | - | 0% |
 Continental WinterContact TS 870
6 shared: 0 ahead, 6 behind
|
6 | 0 | 6 | - | 0% |
 Kenda Wintergen 2 KR501
5 shared: 5 ahead, 0 behind
|
5 | 5 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Nokian WR Snowproof
5 shared: 4 ahead, 1 behind
|
5 | 4 | 1 | - | 80% |
 Falken Eurowinter HS01
5 shared: 2 ahead, 3 behind
|
5 | 2 | 3 | - | 40% |
 Laufenn I Fit+
5 shared: 2 ahead, 3 behind
|
5 | 2 | 3 | - | 40% |
The same record for the tyre it replaced and the tyre that replaced it.
| Tyre | Tests | Wins | Avg finish | Field beaten |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 Predecessor | 7 | 0 | 16th | 41% |
| Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906 This tyre | 12 | 0 | 16th | 46% |
Drawn from 12 tests. Updated October 28, 2026.
The Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906 is generally more convincing on dry roads than on winter surfaces. Dry braking was third of ten in Auto Zeitung's 2025 Performance Winter test and sixth of 16 in ADAC's 2026 225/50 R17 test, with repeated tester praise for stopping distances. Overall results are less persuasive: eighth of ten in that Auto Zeitung test and joint ninth of 16, rated satisfactory, by ADAC in 2026. ADAC's fourth of 17 and recommended verdict in its 2022 SUV test was an unusually strong placing compared with the broader record, although even that verdict noted wet and snow weaknesses.
Snow traction was last of ten with Auto Zeitung in 2025 and 14th of 16 with ADAC in 2026; both also criticised snow handling. Aquaplaning is another recurring limitation, last of ten in Auto Zeitung's test. Wear has often been poor, including last of 16 with ADAC in 2024, though fifth of 16 in 2026 was unusually favourable and contradicts that pattern. Efficiency is inconsistent too, with earlier ADAC praise contrasting with the highest fuel consumption in 2026. ADAC's 2021 praise for snow and ice is unusual against the repeated later winter weaknesses, so neither that result nor the better wear result establishes a consistent strength.
The Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906 braked well in the dry- 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 (2026)
good braking at 43.3 meters- 2025 AZ Performance Winter Tyre Test (2025)
offers precise steering and good braking on dry roads- 2024 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test (2024)
braking distance, however, is rated as good- 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test (2023)
Short braking and good handling in the dry- 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test (2021)
predictable, controllable handling- 2025 AZ Performance Winter Tyre Test (2025)
on wet surfaces it provides good grip and handling- 2024 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test (2024)
performs well in braking and handling but falls short in aquaplaning- 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test (2023)
achieves a satisfactory rating for driving safety, with good performance on dry and wet roads- 2024 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test (2024)
Good on dry roads- 2022 ADAC SUV Winter Tyre Test - 215/60 R16 (2022)
Good in the dry, snow and ice, low fuel consumption- 2021 ADAC 15 Inch Winter Tyre Test (2021)
low fuel consumption- 2022 ADAC SUV Winter Tyre Test - 215/60 R16 (2022)
Good in the dry, snow and ice, low fuel consumption- 2021 ADAC 15 Inch Winter Tyre Test (2021)
and on wet concrete,- 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 (2026)
performs well in braking and handling but falls short in aquaplaning- 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test (2023)
with low snow traction, long ice braking and poor snow handling- 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 (2026)
poor snow performance - it achieves the worst results for traction and lateral grip with just 3.19 m/s²- 2025 AZ Performance Winter Tyre Test (2025)
struggles with traction- 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test (2023)
Weaknesses on wet roads and snow (devaluation.)- 2022 ADAC SUV Winter Tyre Test - 215/60 R16 (2022)
with low snow traction, long ice braking and poor snow handling- 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 (2026)
exhibits restricted driving stability- 2025 AZ Performance Winter Tyre Test (2025)
its performance on snow and ice is less impressive, with limited handling precision- 2024 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test (2024)
wet handling and aquaplaning resistance were only satisfactory,- 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 (2026)
falls short in aquaplaning with a below-average rating- 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test (2023)
poor wear characteristics with only 31,000 km projected mileage- 2025 AZ Performance Winter Tyre Test (2025)
second lowest predicted mileage in the test- 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test (2023)
Very weak in the wet, very high wear- 2021 ADAC 15 Inch Winter Tyre Test (2021)
Dry steering was imprecise and needed corrections,- 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 (2026)
imprecise steering feedback and a tendency to oversteer during sudden maneuvers- 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test (2023)
had the highest fuel consumption,- 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 (2026)
high rolling resistance of 9.3 kg/t- 2025 AZ Performance Winter Tyre Test (2025)
Weaknesses on wet roads and snow (devaluation.)- 2022 ADAC SUV Winter Tyre Test - 215/60 R16 (2022)
Very weak in the wet, very high wear- 2021 ADAC 15 Inch Winter Tyre Test (2021)
a tendency to understeer or oversteer early- 2024 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test (2024)
Understeer in the snow- 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test (2021)
Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.
The Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906 finished joint ninth overall. It stops well on dry and wet roads, but average handling, weak winter grip and poor efficiency held it to a satisfactory rating.
The Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906 finishes in eighth place, showing a clear weakness on snow that undermines its otherwise acceptable performance. The tyre's winter credentials are immediately questioned by its poor snow performance - it achieves the worst results for traction and lateral grip with just 3.19 m/s², exhibits restricted driving stability, and delivers an inadequate 13/30 safety score that places it at the back of the field. For anyone prioritizing snow capability, this tyre simply cannot be recommended. In wet conditions, the Yokohama recovers somewhat with predictable, controllable handling and average grip levels scoring 31/45 for safety, though it still trails the leaders. Dry performance is similarly middle-of-the-road with good braking at 43.3 meters, orderly grip, and decent precision earning 22/30 for safety, while comfort rates a respectable 8/10. The tyre's high rolling resistance of 9.3 kg/t, loud operation at 73.3 dB(A), and poor wear characteristics with only 31,000 km projected mileage further damage its case. The Yokohama might work for drivers in mild climates who rarely encounter snow and simply need to satisfy legal winter tyre requirements, but it fails to deliver the winter performance most buyers expect.
The Yokohama BluEarth-Winter V906 achieves a satisfactory rating for driving safety, with good performance on dry and wet roads but falling short on wintery surfaces. It offers precise steering and good braking on dry roads, while on wet surfaces it provides good grip and handling, but only average aquaplaning resistance. However, its performance on snow and ice is less impressive, with limited handling precision and a tendency to understeer or oversteer early. Its environmental performance is also only satisfactory, due to average lifespan, wear, and efficiency, as well as manufacturing residues on new tyres.
The YOKOHAMA BluEarth*WINTER V906 tyre has notable weaknesses on dry roads, including imprecise steering feedback and a tendency to oversteer during sudden maneuvers. Its braking distance, however, is rated as good. On wet roads, the tyre performs well in braking and handling but falls short in aquaplaning with a below-average rating. Its performance on winter roads is satisfactory; it does well in snow braking but struggles with traction, ice braking, and snow handling. Handling is imprecise, and the tyre tends to understeer or oversteer early, offering limited reserves. Environmentally, the tyre receives a good grade, but its predicted mileage and wear are only satisfactory.
The YOKOHAMA BluEarth*Winter V906 is precise in the dry and also has low fuel consumption. In the wet and on snow-covered roads, it performs slightly below average in relation to the test field, which is why it is rated as just satisfactory. Overall, the YOKOHAMA received the rating "recommended".
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