BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 vs Goodyear Wrangler All Terrain Adventure
- TR Score
- 6.2/10
- Owners say
- 72% · 49
- TR Score
- 7.6/10
- Owners say
- 76% · 20
In the 2 independent tests that ran both tires, the Goodyear Wrangler All Terrain Adventure finished ahead 2 times and the All Terrain TA KO2 not once.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Goodyear Wrangler All Terrain Adventure for predominantly on-road driving, frequent rain, and summer-focused use with occasional trails. Choose BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 for mixed climates requiring winter capability and more frequent off-road use where aquaplaning resistance and loose-surface traction are priorities.
Where the All Terrain TA KO2 is stronger
- Excellent aquaplaning resistance (notably curved: +23% vs Goodyear)
- Solid loose-surface traction (sand and gravel) with stable off-road manners
- Winter-rated with strong snow traction and braking
Where the Wrangler All Terrain Adventure is stronger
- Superior wet and dry on-road performance (shorter wet braking by ~11.8%)
- Quieter and more comfortable ride (≈2.7 dB lower)
- Lower rolling resistance (~8% better) for improved efficiency
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
All Terrain TA KO2 vs Wrangler All Terrain Adventure at a glance
| Category | All Terrain TA KO2 | Gap | Wrangler All Terrain Adventure |
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| Shared tests won2 shared tests | 0 | 2 | |
| Dry2 measurements | 0 | 2 | |
| Wet5 measurements | 2 | 3 | |
| Off road5 measurements | 4 | 1 | |
| Comfort1 measurement | 0 | 1 | |
| Value1 measurement | 0 | 1 | |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 6.2/10 | The Wrangler All Terrain Adventure by 1.4 | 7.6/10 |
| Owner rating49 and 20 reviews | 72% | The Wrangler All Terrain Adventure by 4 points | 76% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 60% | The Wrangler All Terrain Adventure by 5 points | 65% |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 48 | 12 sizes made in both | 17 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tires; a tick marks the tire ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 2 tests, 2017 to 2024
Each row is one published test in which both tires ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | All Terrain TA KO2 | Field | Wrangler All Terrain Adventure |
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| Best All Terrain Tires Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] | P7 of 7 | P3 of 7 | |
| 2017 Drive Out Off Road 4x4 Tire Test | P2 of 7 | P1 of 7 |
Performance profile
14 measurements from the 2 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
All Terrain TA KO2
Wrangler All Terrain Adventure
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 118 ft stop against 112 ft is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 90%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow.
Where each scores higher
All Terrain TA KO2
Wrangler All Terrain Adventure
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
All Terrain TA KO2
Wrangler All Terrain Adventure
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the All Terrain TA KO2 72% from 49 reviews and the Wrangler All Terrain Adventure 76% from 20. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tires posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
| Measurement | All Terrain TA KO2 | Gap | Wrangler All Terrain Adventure | Wins | ||||
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| 147 | 0.2% | 146 | 0-1 | |||||
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| 53.4 | 3.5% | 55.3 | 0-1 | |||||
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| 151 | 11.8% | 133 | 0-1 | |||||
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| 44.8 | 4.4% | 46.8 | 0-1 | |||||
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| 13.9 | 3.4% | 14.3 | 0-1 | |||||
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| 37.8 | 0.3% | 37.7 | 1-0 | |||||
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| 25.9 | 23.2% | 21 | 1-0 | |||||
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| 40.6 | 1.9% | 39.9 | 1-0 | |||||
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| 37 | 4.2% | 39 | 1-0 | |||||
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| 1 | 1.2% | 1 | 1-0 | |||||
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| 0 | 0.5% | 0 | 1-0 | |||||
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| 0 | 6.3% | 0 | 0-1 | |||||
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| 73.4 | 2.7 dB | 70.7 | 0-1 | |||||
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| 10.7 | 8.4% | 9.8 | 0-1 | |||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tires shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the All Terrain TA KO2 scores 6.2 and the Wrangler All Terrain Adventure 7.6 out of 10.
| All Terrain TA KO2 | Category | Wrangler All Terrain Adventure | ||
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| 5 | Dry | 78 | ||
| 19 | Wet | 43 | ||
| 23 | Comfort | 87 | ||
| 0 | Value | 29 | ||
| 92 | Snow | 14 | ||
| 82 | Off road | 41 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| All Terrain TA KO2 | Category | Wrangler All Terrain Adventure | ||
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| 8.1 | Dry Grip | 8.5 | ||
| 6.5 | Wet Grip | 7.6 | ||
| 6.9 | Road Feedback | 7.7 | ||
| 6.9 | Handling | 7.7 | ||
| 8.3 | Wear | 7.6 | ||
| 6.8 | Comfort | 8 | ||
| 8 | Snow Grip | 7.2 | ||
| 6.3 | Ice Grip | 6.6 | ||
Owners rate the All Terrain TA KO2 72% from 49 reviews and the Wrangler All Terrain Adventure 76% from 20. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
- 72%from 49 reviews
- 60%would buy again
- 1,162,907 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners most consistently praise the BFGoodrich All Terrain T/A KO2 for its off-road traction, with just over half of reviewers calling it “massively better off-road” and particularly strong on rock, gravel and dirt. It also earns regular credit for durability: around two in five mention long tread life, and about one in five specifically report strong puncture resistance. On the road, opinion is more divided, but a meaningful share complain about a firm ride and increased road noise (each raised by around a third of owners). Wet performance is the other common compromise: wet grip is mixed overall, but around one in six explicitly criticise wet braking.
- Excellent off-road traction on dirt, gravel and rock
- Long tread life for an all-terrain tire
- Strong puncture resistance and durability on rough tracks
- Confident traction in snow
- Firm, sometimes harsh ride comfort on tarmac
- Noticeable road noise compared with road tires
- Wet braking can be poor
Summarised by AI from 39 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 49 All Terrain TA KO2 reviewsI've had these on my Land Cruiser for the last 4 years (only 1 winter on them, and then I got a dedicated set of snow tires). As far as paved-road performance goes, I'd say they are just average across the board. However, they are not great on corners in the wet and are a bit harsh on paved roads. I had them on for one winter, but was extremely let down. They perform average in the snow and on ice they are horrible. They are 3-peak rated, and some people rave about them in the winter, but I wasn't impressed at all. Comparing them to my Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5's they aren't even close.
Off-road is where these shine. I have taken many offroading/overlanding trips and will air down to 15-25psi depending on the terrain and how fast I'm going. They perform great on dirt and gravel roads. They are strongest on rock. They mould around rocks extremely well. They are not the best in mud. They get packed fairly easily, but I know they aren't at M/T, so I'm not expecting those results. I've never gotten a puncture or sidewall tear.
If you aren't going to off-road with these tires, I would not recommend them. Get something like the Michelin Defender.
Goodyear Wrangler All Terrain Adventure
- 76%from 20 reviews
- 65%would buy again
- 547,197 milesdriven by reviewers
Drivers generally report the Goodyear Wrangler All Terrain Adventure as a quiet, comfortable all-terrain tire with confident on-road manners and strong performance on gravel, sand and light off-road use. Higher-scoring reviews frequently praise dry grip, stable handling and good all-round capability, with some users achieving solid mileage when maintained. The most consistent downside is that wet traction can deteriorate as the tire wears, with multiple reports of hydroplaning/aquaplaning and reduced grip near mid-to-late tread life, alongside several complaints of earlier-than-expected tread wear. Snow/ice performance is described as workable for some but not a strength, especially in slush and on ice.
- Low road noise / quiet on-road
- Comfortable ride quality
- Strong dry grip and on-road handling
- Good light off-road performance (gravel/sand/grass/dirt)
- Wet grip and hydroplaning resistance worsen as tread wears
- Premature/shorter-than-expected tread life for some drivers
- Mediocre snow/ice and slush performance compared with winter-focused tires
Summarised by AI from 14 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 20 Wrangler All Terrain Adventure reviewsVery happy about the noise. No noise at all till 120-130km/h. Very durable, been on rocks etc no problem, excellent grip on dry, no problem on wet, i just didnt force them on the limit. Experience on gravel was very good, very nice grip. i didnt test them on ice, been a few times on snow with no problem.I think i need 0,5l/100km more diesel
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 48 sizes of the All Terrain TA KO2 and 17 of the Wrangler All Terrain Adventure, 12 of them made in both.
| Category | All Terrain TA KO2 | Wrangler All Terrain Adventure |
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| Season | All Season | All Season |
| Sizes made | 48 sizes, 15 to 20 inch | 17 sizes, 15 to 20 inch |
| Made in both | 12 sizes 235/75 R15235/70 R16245/70 R16255/70 R16265/70 R16235/65 R17245/65 R17255/65 R17265/65 R17255/55 R18255/70 R18265/60 R18 | |
| EU label wet grip | B92%C8% | D59%C38%E3% |
| EU label rolling resistance | E92%D8% | D69%C28%E3% |
| EU label noise | 74-75 dB B100% | 72-73 dB B100% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 52 of 52 | 8 of 29 |
| On the market since | 2014 | 2021 |
| Replaced by | BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO3 | Goodyear Wrangler Outbound AT |
| Awards | Winner: Best Tires for Pick-Up Trucks (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Winner: Best Tires for Pick-Up Trucks (DriverReviews, 2024/25) | - |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This head-to-head pitches two popular all-terrain staples with different priorities: the BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2, a winter-rated, off-road leaning classic, versus the Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure, a newer, summer-focused AT designed for strong on-road manners with credible trail capability. Both target SUVs and 4x4s, but their performance envelopes diverge sharply on paved surfaces.
Across the two shared tests, the Goodyear consistently outperformed on-road-especially in the wet-while the BFGoodrich leaned on its off-road traction and aquaplaning resistance. If you split your time between motorway miles and light-to-moderate trails, the balance tips one way; if you prize off-road traction and winter utility, the other begins to make more sense.
Conclusion
The Goodyear Wrangler All Terrain Adventure is the clear on-road leader, winning both shared tests and decisively outperforming the KO2 in dry and especially wet braking and handling (e.g., 40.5 m vs 45.9 m wet braking). It's quieter (≈70.7 dB vs 73.4 dB), more comfortable, and more efficient (9.8 vs 10.7 kg/t rolling resistance). For summer-biased use with occasional trails, it's the safer, calmer, and lower-cost-to-run choice.
The BFGoodrich KO2 counterpunches with better aquaplaning resistance (straight and curved), marginally higher sand and gravel traction, and the benefit of a winter rating with strong snow behavior-valuable for mixed climates and year-round adventure. However, its long wet stops, higher noise, and higher rolling resistance are meaningful trade-offs for daily road use. In short: pick Goodyear for road-first versatility and wet safety; pick the KO2 for winter capability and off-road bias where aquaplaning resilience and loose-surface bite matter.
All Terrain TA KO2 vs Wrangler All Terrain Adventure: your questions
Is the BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 or the Goodyear Wrangler All Terrain Adventure the better tire?
In the 2 independent tests that ran both tires, the Goodyear Wrangler All Terrain Adventure finished ahead 2 times and the All Terrain TA KO2 not once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the All Terrain TA KO2 scores 6.2 and the Wrangler All Terrain Adventure 7.6 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the All Terrain TA KO2 or the Wrangler All Terrain Adventure?
The Wrangler All Terrain Adventure led 3 of the 5 wet measurements the shared tests recorded.
Which is better in the dry?
The Wrangler All Terrain Adventure led 2 of the 2 dry measurements the shared tests recorded.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 6.8/10 for the All Terrain TA KO2 and 8/10 for the Wrangler All Terrain Adventure.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the All Terrain TA KO2 72% from 49 reviews and the Wrangler All Terrain Adventure 76% from 20. 60% of All Terrain TA KO2 owners would buy it again, against 65% for the Wrangler All Terrain Adventure.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The All Terrain TA KO2 is made in 48 sizes (15 to 20 inch) and the Wrangler All Terrain Adventure in 17 (15 to 20 inch). 12 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the All Terrain TA KO2 is graded B for wet grip and E for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Wrangler All Terrain Adventure D and D.
Which is the newer tire?
The Wrangler All Terrain Adventure is the newer design: it reached the market in 2021, the All Terrain TA KO2 in 2014.
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Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tires ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
About the TR Score
The Tire Reviews Score rates each tire out of 10 from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold, so two tires can be compared even before a test has run them together.
Who does the testing
Every test published as a Tire Reviews test is run by Jonathan Benson, who has been testing tires independently since 2007.
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