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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Kumho Crugen HT51 vs Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 — Compared (September 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.

Kumho Crugen HT51 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
76/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
71/100
3 owner reviews
Dry
85
Wet
87
Snow
78
Comfort
83
Noise
87
Treadwear
73
Handling
77

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
78/100
4 professional tests
User signal (40%)
82/100
56 owner reviews
Dry
88
Wet
82
Snow
69
Comfort
95
Noise
47
Treadwear
83
Handling
76

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Kumho Crugen HT51 — better noise, snow and wet. Pick the Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 if comfort, treadwear and dry matter most to you.
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Category breakdown

7 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Geolandar A/T G015 leads by 3
A — Kumho Crugen HT51
85
B — Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015
88
Why this score
SourceCrugen HT51Geolandar A/T G015
Professional tests (TWG score) 88 88
Tire Rack owners 89 88
Tyre Reviews owners 80 84
SimpleTire owners 97 –
Dry Braking (% of best) 95% 95%
Dry Handling (% of best) 100% 99%

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Crugen HT51 leads by 5
A — Kumho Crugen HT51
87
B — Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015
82
Why this score
SourceCrugen HT51Geolandar A/T G015
Professional tests (TWG score) 92 79
Tire Rack owners 81 82
Tyre Reviews owners 80 80
SimpleTire owners 94 –
Wet Braking (% of best) 97% 96%
Wet Handling (% of best) 95% 93%

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Crugen HT51 leads by 9
A — Kumho Crugen HT51
78
B — Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015
69
Why this score
SourceCrugen HT51Geolandar A/T G015
Professional tests (TWG score) 91 59
Tire Rack owners 91 90
Tyre Reviews owners 60 76
SimpleTire owners 92 –
Snow Handling (% of best) 98% 91%
Snow Traction (% of best) 100% 75%

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Geolandar A/T G015 leads by 12
A — Kumho Crugen HT51
83
B — Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015
95
Why this score
SourceCrugen HT51Geolandar A/T G015
Professional tests (TWG score) 94 100
Tire Rack owners 83 83
Tyre Reviews owners 67 86
SimpleTire owners 95 –

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Crugen HT51 leads by 40
A — Kumho Crugen HT51
87
B — Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015
47
Why this score
SourceCrugen HT51Geolandar A/T G015
Professional tests (TWG score) 87 28
SimpleTire owners 94 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Geolandar A/T G015 leads by 10
A — Kumho Crugen HT51
73
B — Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015
83
Why this score
SourceCrugen HT51Geolandar A/T G015
Tire Rack owners 87 87
Tyre Reviews owners 73 79
SimpleTire owners 95 –

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Crugen HT51 leads by 1
A — Kumho Crugen HT51
77
B — Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015
76
Why this score
SourceCrugen HT51Geolandar A/T G015
Tyre Reviews owners 77 76
DriverReviews owners – 86

Scores at a glance

Kumho Crugen HT51 vs Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryKumho Crugen HT51Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015
Relative Score 81 78
Dry 85 88
Wet 87 82
Snow 78 69
Comfort 83 95
Noise 87 47
Treadwear 73 83
Handling 77 76

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Test data

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.

DisciplineCategoryTire ATire BΔBoth?
Curved Aquaplaning Curved 97% #3/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 90% #4/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres +7.5 Different tests
Dirt Handling Dirt 97% #2/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 100% #8/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres -2.3 Different tests
Dry Braking Dry 95% #6/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 95% #7/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres +0.2 Different tests
Dry Handling Dry 100% #6/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 99% #6/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres +0.3 Different tests
Rolling Resistance Efficiency 88% #3/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 88% #7/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres -0.6 Different tests
Noise Other 99% #6/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 96% #1/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test +2.7 Different tests
Overall Ranking Overall 25% #4/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 20% #5/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres +5 Different tests
Snow Handling Snow 98% #5/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 91% #3/7 · 2023/24 Best All Terrain Tyres In Snow +6.9 Different tests
Snow Traction Snow 100% #1/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 75% #5/7 · 2023/24 Best All Terrain Tyres In Snow +24.7 Different tests
Straight Aqua Straight 99% #3/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 91% #6/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test +8.4 Different tests
Subj. Comfort Subj 97% #2/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 100% #1/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres -2.9 Different tests
Wet Braking Wet 97% #4/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 96% #4/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres +1.5 Different tests
Wet Handling Wet 95% #5/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 93% #3/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres +2.6 Different tests
From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Kumho Crugen HT51

The Kumho Crugen H/T51 is widely regarded as a high-value, versatile highway tire that offers impressive wet and dry traction comparable to premium competitors. While users appreciate its fuel efficiency and handling characteristics, long-term ownership experiences are polarized by reports of uneven tread wear and significant noise degradation over time.

Pros

  • Excellent wet and dry weather traction
  • High value-to-performance ratio compared to premium brands
  • Positive impact on fuel economy
  • Quiet highway performance during early stages of ownership

Cons

  • Significant increase in road noise as the tire ages
  • Premature or uneven shoulder wear
  • Limited capability in deep mud or severe winter conditions
  • Noise levels becoming intrusive between 45-55 mph

Observations

  • Users operating heavy-duty trucks like the Ram 1500 report stable handling and good wet-weather confidence.
  • Owners of SUVs like the 4Runner note that while the tire performs well for highway and light off-road use, it is susceptible to shoulder wear patterns.
Tire B Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015

The Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 is widely regarded as a highly capable, road-oriented all-terrain tire that excels in balancing daily driving comfort with moderate off-road utility. While most users praise its longevity, wet-weather performance, and snow traction, a segment of owners reports inconsistent tread life and occasional traction issues in specific conditions like deep mud or ice.

Pros

  • Excellent on-road comfort and relatively low noise levels for an all-terrain tire
  • Strong performance in light-to-moderate off-road conditions, including gravel and dirt
  • Impressive tread longevity for many users, with several reports exceeding 40,000 miles
  • Reliable wet-weather handling and 3PMSF (Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake) winter certification
  • Aesthetic appeal with an aggressive tread pattern

Cons

  • Inconsistent tread wear reported by some users, particularly on heavier trucks
  • Performance limitations in deep mud and heavy, rutted terrain
  • Occasional reports of 'floaty' steering or lack of stability on certain vehicle platforms
  • Mixed feedback regarding wet-weather traction, with some users noting slippage under acceleration

Observations

  • Users of heavy-duty trucks (3/4 ton and 1-ton) report varying experiences, with some praising the load-carrying stability while others note faster tread wear under heavy towing.
  • Subaru owners and light SUV drivers frequently highlight the tire's ability to maintain a quiet, car-like ride compared to more aggressive mud-terrain alternatives.
  • Drivers switching from passenger-rated tires to LT (Light Truck) load-range E versions noted a significant increase in ride harshness and steering stiffness.
Community buzz

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Kumho Crugen HT51

We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.

Tire B

Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015

Positive

Community members generally praise the Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 as a comfortable, quiet, and capable all-terrain tire that excels for daily highway commuting while handling light off-road and winter conditions well. It is frequently recommended for drivers prioritizing on-road manners, fuel efficiency, and mild trail or snow capability over heavy rock crawling.

r/battlewagon ·9 upvotes ·2024-10-30

“Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 Snow performance. I'm currently running Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015's on my 2013 Subaru XV (WIP) and I live in a semi snowy area and also work in the mountains on construction sites in Japan. My co-workers keep telling me I need dedicated studless (Winter) tires but I had zero Issue with my current tires last year. I got a little stressed out and paranoid about it today when they mentioned it again, yet they have all had slippage on snow with their dedicated tires yet I had zero. Am I over thinking things? My co-workers are asses to be honest, but anyway I've attached some photos of the sort of conditions I drove in with zero trouble, yet they had slippage coming up the hill into the jobsite.”

r/XVcrosstrek ·3 upvotes ·2019-02-13

“GEOLANDAR A/T G015 Anyone running these on 17" rims, stock or other? I have Enkei M52 rims, 17x7.5 and 45mm offset. What size fits without rubbing? 215/60R17 looks to be the closest, the only other size close is 225/65R17 which I think will be too big without a lift. I am open to other suggestions for off-road capable tires that will mainly be used on-road. K02 is out because they don't fit without rubbing, and I plan to add flaps at some point and do not want to lift the vehicle or get different rims.”

r/RangerRaptor ·3 upvotes ·2024-10-19

“Changing tires (General Grabber AT3 vs Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015) Halloo I am about to pick my RR next month from the dealer and I am thinking if it is a good idea to change tires. Here is the context: I am buying the RR because I always wanted to drive a truck and I love American cars in general (I also have Mustang s197 V8). In fact I want to switch from Wrangler Sahara, which is a great car BTW, however after 4 years and only 20.000 miles I know I miss more comfort. The rest of my family even more ;-) 95% of my trips is on reagular roads, city cruising. Sometimes some rural paths (no heavy offroading). My Wrangler came with Duelers, which I replaced with Yokohama A/T G015. The difference was night and day as far as wet and cold. Here in POLAND we have two seasons: it is either hot and wet or cold and wet. Winter in my area is pretty light, however I go to the mountains once a year. So the question is: As I do not know how General Grabber AT3 works, but I trust Yokohoma G015, is the change the tires worth it?”

r/4Runner ·2026-09-04

“Anyone here running Yokohama Geolandar A/T4 G018's? Any complaints or regrets (road noise, balancing issues, etc.), specifically in SL load? Currently have the Geolandar A/T G015's on my 4th gen and am considering the A/T4's next. All the real feedback (non-commercial reviews) I've been able find on here and other forums seem to be pretty old and mostly by people without a ton of miles on them. My use case is about 90% on road with the remaining 10% on mild to moderate trails. Not a rock crawler and never will be. The G015's in SL load have been pretty perfect but I've been thinking about changing to the A/T4's next for slightly better off road performance. Main concern (aside from weight, which is why I'm looking to stay with SL instead of C) is wet pavement safety since I drive my young kids pretty much daily. I only have a roof rack, so not too much added weight.”

Top themes
#Highway Comfort and Noise#Winter and Snow Performance#Light Off-Road Capability#Fitment and Sizing#Daily Commuting Efficiency

Based on 15 community posts

Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Kumho Crugen HT51 B · Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015
Sizes available4441
Rim diameters15″ – 22″15″ – 22″
Tread depth12.5/32″11 - 18/32″
UTQG720 A A360 - 600 A B
Treadwear warranty70,000 mi—
SidewallBlackwallBlack Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering
Max pressure50 psi35 - 80 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Kumho

Yokohama

Winner: Kumho Crugen HT51 — better noise, snow and wet. Pick the Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 if comfort, treadwear and dry matter most to you.

Pick tire A You want a quieter cabin

Kumho Crugen HT51 scores 87 vs 47 on noise.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 scores 95 vs 83 on comfort.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 scores 83 vs 73 on treadwear.

Pick tire A You drive through snowy winters

Kumho Crugen HT51 scores 78 vs 69 on snow.

Tire A · Kumho Crugen HT51
Tire B · Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015

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.