81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
80/100
22 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Vredestein Ultrac Cento vs Yokohama Bluearth E51 — 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.
VS
57
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
49/100
4 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Vredestein Ultrac Cento — better comfort, wet and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
Ultrac Cento leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Ultrac Cento | Bluearth E51 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 68 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Ultrac Cento leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | Ultrac Cento | Bluearth E51 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 50 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ultrac Cento leads by 49
Why this score
| Source | Ultrac Cento | Bluearth E51 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 33 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ultrac Cento leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Ultrac Cento | Bluearth E51 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 80 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Ultrac Cento leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | Ultrac Cento | Bluearth E51 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 45 |
| DriverReviews owners | 100 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Vredestein Ultrac Cento | Yokohama Bluearth E51 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 57 |
| Dry | 83 | 68 |
| Wet | 78 | 50 |
| Comfort | 82 | 33 |
| Treadwear | 86 | 80 |
| Handling | 73 | 45 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
57
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Vredestein Ultrac Cento is widely regarded as a high-value, comfort-oriented summer tire that excels in longevity and noise suppression. While it is highly praised for its durability and smooth ride during long-distance cruising, it generally lacks the sharp steering feedback and ultimate wet-weather grip required for aggressive or sporty driving.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability
- Low road noise and high cabin comfort
- Strong value proposition compared to premium competitors
- Stable and predictable performance for highway cruising
Cons
- Lack of steering feedback and sporty handling characteristics
- Inconsistent reports regarding fuel economy improvements
- Mediocre performance in extreme winter conditions (snow/ice)
- Wet-weather grip is considered adequate but not class-leading
Observations
- Users driving high-mileage sedans (Volvo, Passat) report excellent longevity, often outlasting more expensive performance-oriented tires.
- Drivers of smaller, sportier vehicles (MG ZR, BMW 3 Series) noted a significant improvement in ride comfort but expressed disappointment in the lack of dynamic handling feedback.
The Yokohama BluEarth E51 receives a mixed to negative reception from users, primarily due to its performance as an OEM-fitted tire on luxury vehicles like the Lexus NX300h. While some owners appreciate its longevity and tread wear, many report significant issues with cabin noise, ride harshness, and inconsistent wet-weather traction.
Pros
- Impressive tread longevity and durability
- Stable handling in dry conditions
- Adequate performance for standard commuting
Cons
- Excessive road noise and cabin resonance
- Harsh ride quality due to stiff sidewalls
- Poor wet-weather grip and susceptibility to hydroplaning
- Lack of refinement for luxury vehicle applications
Observations
- Lexus NX300h owners frequently report that the tire's stiff sidewalls and high noise levels detract from the vehicle's intended luxury experience.
- Users noted that the tire's performance limitations become apparent during rapid direction changes, highlighting its unsuitability for spirited driving.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Vredestein Ultrac Cento | B · Yokohama Bluearth E51 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Vredestein
57
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Vredestein Ultrac Cento — better comfort, wet and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Vredestein Ultrac Cento scores 82 vs 33 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Vredestein Ultrac Cento scores 78 vs 50 on wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Vredestein Ultrac Cento scores 73 vs 45 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Vredestein Ultrac Cento scores 83 vs 68 on dry.
Tire A · Vredestein Ultrac Cento
Tire B · Yokohama Bluearth E51
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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.