79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
67/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
85/100
11 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 vs Yokohama Geolandar G98A — 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.
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62
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
60/100
15 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 — better treadwear, handling and dry. Pick the Yokohama Geolandar G98A if comfort 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)
BluEarth XT AE61 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth XT AE61 | Geolandar G98A |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 74 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
BluEarth XT AE61 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth XT AE61 | Geolandar G98A |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 69 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 67 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Geolandar G98A leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth XT AE61 | Geolandar G98A |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 45 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 61 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth XT AE61 | Geolandar G98A |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 35 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
BluEarth XT AE61 leads by 37
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth XT AE61 | Geolandar G98A |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 49 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
BluEarth XT AE61 leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | BluEarth XT AE61 | Geolandar G98A |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 68 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 | Yokohama Geolandar G98A |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 62 |
| Dry | 84 | 74 |
| Wet | 77 | 67 |
| Comfort | 56 | 61 |
| Noise | 35 | – |
| Treadwear | 86 | 49 |
| Handling | 91 | 68 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
62
/ 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 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 G98A is generally regarded as a mediocre OEM tire that provides acceptable dry-road handling and comfort for daily commuting. However, it is widely criticized for its premature tread wear and inconsistent performance in wet or wintry conditions, leading to a low rate of repeat purchase among owners.
Pros
- Satisfactory dry-road grip and handling
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Decent fuel efficiency
- Predictable steering feedback under normal conditions
Cons
- Significantly premature tread wear
- Poor traction and instability in wet conditions
- Unsafe performance in snow and icy environments
- High price-to-longevity ratio
Observations
- Users of Mazda CX-5 and CX-8 models frequently report the tire reaching the end of its service life between 20,000 and 30,000 kilometers.
- Some owners noted structural issues such as premature cracking or bursting of the sidewalls within 20,000 miles of use.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 | B · Yokohama Geolandar G98A |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Yokohama
62
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 — better treadwear, handling and dry. Pick the Yokohama Geolandar G98A if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 scores 86 vs 49 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 scores 91 vs 68 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 scores 84 vs 74 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61 scores 77 vs 67 on wet.
Tire A · Yokohama BluEarth XT AE61
Tire B · Yokohama Geolandar G98A
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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.