Yokohama BluEarth 4S AW21 review
The Yokohama BluEarth 4S AW21 is generally regarded as a competent all-weather tire that excels in wet and winter conditions, providing reliable traction in cold temperatures. While users appreciate its performance in adverse weather, the tire receives mixed feedback regarding its longevity, road noise, and handling characteristics during warmer months.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
By owner reviews
75%By road tests
73.4%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 8 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Yokohama BluEarth 4S AW21 is generally regarded as a competent all-weather tire that excels in wet and winter conditions, providing reliable traction in cold temperatures. While users appreciate its performance in adverse weather, the tire receives mixed feedback regarding its longevity, road noise, and handling characteristics during warmer months.
Pros
- Excellent wet weather grip and stability on motorways
- Strong performance in snow and icy conditions
- Quiet and smooth ride quality during the first two years of ownership
- Aesthetically pleasing tread design
Cons
- Noticeable increase in road noise, described by some as excessive
- Soft compound feel during high-temperature summer driving
- Concerns regarding long-term durability and premature tread cracking
- Unusual steering feedback during low-speed maneuvering
Worth knowing
- Drivers of compact hatchbacks, such as the VW Golf, report acceptable dry and wet grip but note a peculiar sensation in steering feel.
- Performance in warmer climates (30°C+) results in a 'soft' feeling during cornering, suggesting the compound is better suited for temperate or cold environments.
6 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2025 Motor All Season tire Test · 215/55 R17
6th of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 7 | |
| Snow Traction | 7th of 7 | |
| Snow Handling | 7th of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 7th of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 7 | |
| Noise | 7th of 7 |
2024 ADAC All Season tire Test · 205/55 R16
14th of 16
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 11th of 16 | |
| Dry Braking | 15th of 16 | |
| Snow Braking | 3rd of 16 | |
| Snow Traction | 10th of 16 | |
| Ice Braking | 14th of 16 | |
| Straight Aqua | 12th of 16 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 12th of 16 | |
| Noise | 15th of 16 | |
| Wear | 15th of 16 | |
| Fuel Consumption | 15th of 16 | |
| Abrasion | 16th of 16 | |
| Wet Braking - Concrete | 10th of 16 | |
| Tyre Weight | 16th of 16 |
The Best All Season tires for 2024 · 205/55 R16
6th of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 6th of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 7 | |
| Snow Braking | 1st of 7 | |
| Snow Traction | 1st of 7 | |
| Snow Handling | 5th of 7 | |
| Ice Braking | 1st of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 7th of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 6th of 7 | |
| Noise | 7th of 7 | |
| Ice Traction | 6th of 7 | |
| Value | 3rd of 7 | |
| Price | 2nd of 7 | |
| Wear | 4th of 7 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 6th of 7 |
2023 All Season tire 35 Set Shootout · 225/45 R17
21st of 35
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 19th of 35 | |
| Dry Braking | 28th of 35 |
2020 All Season tire Market Overview - 32 tire Braking Test · 205/55 R16
23rd of 31
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 22nd of 31 | |
| Dry Braking | 18th of 31 |
2019 All Season tire Performance Overview · 225/45 R17
15th of 31
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 18th of 31 | |
| Dry Braking | 13th of 31 |