Tests 76 · 21 tests Owners 68 · 1,241 reviews
Best test result: #6 of 47 in 2018 AutoBild Summer Tyre Overview (overall ranking)
“Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun, very grippy especially in the wet”
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Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 — Compared
Relative Score (0–100): 60% professional tests, 40% owner reviews.
Too close to call: ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun and BluEarth XT AE61 are level at 72.
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Tests 66 · 2 tests Owners 79 · 11 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 8 in 2025 EV Tyre Test (noise)
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
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75
Dry
Level75Why this score
Source ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun BluEarth XT AE61 Professional tests (TWG score) 79 70 Reviews found online 69 83 Dry Braking (% of best) 99% 94% Dry Handling (% of best) 99% 98% -
79
Wet
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun +673Why this score
Source ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun BluEarth XT AE61 Professional tests (TWG score) 84 68 Reviews found online 71 80 Longitudinal Aquaplaning (% of best) 97% 92% Transverse Aquaplaning (% of best) 93% 76% Wet Braking (% of best) 93% 88% Wet Circle (% of best) 99% 98% Wet Handling (% of best) 97% 97% -
62
Comfort
BluEarth XT AE61 +466Why this score
Source ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun BluEarth XT AE61 Professional tests (TWG score) 60 65 Reviews found online 65 68 -
66
Noise
BluEarth XT AE61 +1480Why this score
Source ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun BluEarth XT AE61 Professional tests (TWG score) 66 89 -
69
Treadwear
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun +762Why this score
Source ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun BluEarth XT AE61 Professional tests (TWG score) 72 53 Reviews found online 65 76 -
67
Handling
BluEarth XT AE61 +1380Why this score
Source ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun BluEarth XT AE61 Reviews found online 67 80
Scores at a glance
| Category | Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 72 | 72 |
| Dry | 75 | 75 |
| Wet | 79 | 73 |
| Comfort | 62 | 66 |
| Noise | 66 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 69 | 62 |
| Handling | 67 | 80 |
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Headline score
72
/ 100
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
72
/ 100
BluEarth XT AE61
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 | ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | BluEarth XT AE61 | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curved Aquaplaning | Curved | 94% #5/16 · 2024 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 85% #8/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | +8.9 | Different tests |
| Dry Braking | Dry | 99% #2/7 · 2025 Motor Low Rolling Resistance (AA) Tyre Test | 94% #6/8 · 2022 Motor Crossover Summer Tire Test R17 | +5.2 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 99% #7/11 · 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test | 98% #5/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | +1.5 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 91% #13/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | 77% #7/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | +13.7 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 97% #8/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | 100% #1/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | −3.3 | Different tests |
| Value | Other | 47% #25/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 70% #7/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | −22.8 | Different tests |
| Wear | Other | 73% #8/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 62% #7/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | +11.3 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 17% #6/47 · 2018 AutoBild Summer Tyre Overview | 25% #7/8 · 2022 Motor Crossover Summer Tire Test R17 | −8.3 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 98% #3/10 · 2021 All Road SUV Summer Tyre Test | 80% #8/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | +18.5 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 70% #10/11 · 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test | 75% #7/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | −5.0 | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Total | 0% #19/21 · 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | 0% #8/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | 0.0 | Different tests |
| Longitudinal Aquaplaning | Wet | 97% #4/7 · 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | 92% #9/8 · 2022 Motor Crossover Summer Tire Test R17 | +5.3 | Different tests |
| Transverse Aquaplaning | Wet | 93% #3/7 · 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | 76% #9/8 · 2022 Motor Crossover Summer Tire Test R17 | +16.7 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 93% #7/8 · 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | 88% #6/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | +5.2 | Different tests |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 99% #6/8 · 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | 98% #3/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | +0.2 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 97% #18/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 97% #6/8 · 2022 Motor Crossover Summer Tire Test R17 | −0.7 | Different tests |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
Pros
- Exceptionally low road noise and high cabin comfort
- Strong grip and stability in both wet and dry weather conditions
- Outstanding value for money compared to premium brands
Cons
- Some drivers report higher rolling resistance and slightly increased fuel consumption
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague initial steering response or a less sporty feel during hard cornering
- Occasional complaints of a firmer, harsher ride over bumps depending on vehicle suspension and aspect ratio
Tire B BluEarth XT AE61
Pros
- Excellent grip and braking performance in both wet and dry conditions
- Responsive and sharp steering handling
- High stability during cornering due to rigid sidewall construction
Cons
- Noticeable cabin noise, particularly on aged or rough road surfaces
- Stiff sidewall construction results in a harsh ride on bumpy or unpaved roads
- Comfort levels are highly dependent on road surface quality
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Positive
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
Community sentiment regarding the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun is generally positive, with specific praise noted for its strong wet grip. Users frequently evaluate it as an affordable alternative alongside other budget-friendly options for smaller or standard passenger vehicles.
Top themes
#wet weather performance#budget friendly options#tire size availability#grip and handling#eco-run efficiency
Based on 5 community posts
Tire B
Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | B · Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | Summer |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 86 | 38 |
| Rim diameters | 14″ – 19″ | 16″ – 20″ |
Which one should you actually buy?
72
/ 100
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
72
/ 100
Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61
Too close to call: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun and Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 are within 2 points overall. Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun is stronger on treadwear and wet. Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 is stronger on noise, handling and comfort.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 scores 80 vs 66 on noise.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 scores 80 vs 67 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun scores 69 vs 62 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun scores 79 vs 73 on wet.
Tire A · Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
Tire B · Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61
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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), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.