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Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 vs Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 — Compared (September 2026)
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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
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth XT AE61 | Geolandar A/T G015 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | 88 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 84 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 92% | 95% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 98% | 99% |
Wet
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth XT AE61 | Geolandar A/T G015 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 69 | 79 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 80 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 88% | 85% |
| Wet Circle (% of best) | 98% | 96% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 96% | 93% |
Snow
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth XT AE61 | Geolandar A/T G015 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 59 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 76 |
Comfort
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth XT AE61 | Geolandar A/T G015 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 45 | 100 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 86 |
Noise
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth XT AE61 | Geolandar A/T G015 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 35 | 28 |
Treadwear
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth XT AE61 | Geolandar A/T G015 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 79 |
Handling
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth XT AE61 | Geolandar A/T G015 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 76 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 86 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 | Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 79 |
| Dry | 84 | 88 |
| Wet | 77 | 82 |
| Snow | – | 69 |
| Comfort | 56 | 95 |
| Noise | 35 | 47 |
| Treadwear | 86 | 83 |
| Handling | 91 | 76 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
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Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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 | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curved Aquaplaning | Curved | 85% #8/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | 91% #2/8 · 2025 ADAC All Terrain Tyre Test | -5.5 | Different tests |
| Dry Braking | Dry | 92% #6/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | 95% #7/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres | -2.7 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% #5/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | 99% #6/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres | -2 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 77% #7/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | 88% #7/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres | -10.8 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 95% #1/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | 94% #4/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres | +1.6 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 14% #7/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | 20% #5/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres | -5.7 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 80% #8/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | 95% #3/8 · 2025 ADAC All Terrain Tyre Test | -15.3 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 75% #7/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | 100% #1/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres | -25 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 88% #6/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | 85% #7/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | +3.1 | Different tests |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 98% #3/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | 96% #5/8 · 2025 ADAC All Terrain Tyre Test | +1.9 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 96% #5/8 · 2025 EV Tyre Test | 93% #7/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | +3.4 | Different tests |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in wet and dry handling, offering impressive grip and stability for SUVs and crossovers. While users frequently praise its responsive steering and cornering capabilities, the consensus is divided regarding ride comfort and cabin noise, with several owners noting that the stiff sidewalls can lead to a harsh experience on imperfect road surfaces.
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
- Competitive price point for a premium-branded tire
- Even and durable tread wear
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
Observations
- SUV and crossover owners generally report high satisfaction with handling and cornering stability.
- Users driving larger, heavier vehicles like the Alphard Hybrid noted that the tire's stiffness is more pronounced on uneven road surfaces, impacting perceived comfort.
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.
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015
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.
“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.”
“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.”
“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?”
“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.”
Based on 15 community posts
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 | B · Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | — |
| Sizes available | — | 41 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | — | 11 - 18/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 360 - 600 A B |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering |
| Max pressure | — | 35 - 80 psi |
Which one should you actually buy?
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Winner: Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 — better comfort, noise and wet. Pick the Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 if handling and treadwear matter most to you.
Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 scores 95 vs 56 on comfort.
Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 scores 91 vs 76 on handling.
Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 scores 47 vs 35 on noise.
Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 scores 82 vs 77 on wet.
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.