67
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
52/100
3 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
BFGoodrich Advantage T/A vs Yokohama BluEarth AE01 — 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
70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
71/100
22 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama BluEarth AE01 — better comfort, handling and wet. Pick the BFGoodrich Advantage T/A if treadwear matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
Advantage T/A leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | BluEarth AE01 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 79 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
BluEarth AE01 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | BluEarth AE01 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 73 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | BluEarth AE01 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 20 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
BluEarth AE01 leads by 25
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | BluEarth AE01 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 75 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Advantage T/A leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | BluEarth AE01 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 59 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
BluEarth AE01 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | BluEarth AE01 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 57 | 68 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich Advantage T/A | Yokohama BluEarth AE01 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 67 | 70 |
| Dry | 80 | 79 |
| Wet | 67 | 73 |
| Snow | 20 | – |
| Comfort | 50 | 75 |
| Treadwear | 75 | 59 |
| Handling | 57 | 68 |
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Headline score
67
/ 100
Tire A
70
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The BFGoodrich Advantage T/A receives a polarized reception, with the user highlighting significant concerns regarding the consistency and predictability of the tire compound. While it may offer improved grip levels compared to certain entry-level alternatives, the lack of reliability across varying temperature ranges makes it a difficult recommendation for performance-oriented driving.
Pros
- Improved grip levels compared to baseline tires like the XM2
- Adequate stiffness in cold weather conditions
Cons
- Highly unpredictable compound performance
- Poor heat resistance leading to a 'mushy' feel in hot weather
- Lack of confidence-inspiring grip in cold and wet conditions
Observations
- The XL (Extra Load) variant does not mitigate the fundamental issues with the tire's compound construction.
The Yokohama BluEarth AE01 is generally regarded as a high-performing eco-tire that excels in wet and dry grip, ride comfort, and fuel efficiency. While many users praise its safety and handling characteristics, the consensus is heavily polarized by reports of inconsistent tread life, with some users experiencing premature wear compared to other brands.
Pros
- Excellent wet and dry traction
- Noticeable improvements in fuel economy
- High level of ride comfort and handling
- Competitive price-to-performance ratio
Cons
- Inconsistent and often rapid tread wear
- Reports of increased road noise as the tire ages
- Longer braking distances on dry surfaces noted by some users
- Vibration issues reported by a minority of drivers
Observations
- Users of small hatchbacks and city cars report significant improvements in wet-weather confidence and handling.
- High-mileage drivers, such as those using small vans, report favorable longevity when strict maintenance schedules are followed.
- Owners of premium compact vehicles (e.g., Mercedes A-Class) have reported disappointment regarding tread life compared to previous OEM fitments.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich Advantage T/A | B · Yokohama BluEarth AE01 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | High Performance All Season tire | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | 10 - 12/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 560 - 680 A A - B | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
67
/ 100
BFGoodrich
70
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama BluEarth AE01 — better comfort, handling and wet. Pick the BFGoodrich Advantage T/A if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama BluEarth AE01 scores 75 vs 50 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
BFGoodrich Advantage T/A scores 75 vs 59 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama BluEarth AE01 scores 68 vs 57 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama BluEarth AE01 scores 73 vs 67 on wet.
Tire A · BFGoodrich Advantage T/A
Tire B · Yokohama BluEarth AE01
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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.