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Summer tire Summer Premium Touring tires Updated September 2026

Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 review

The Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 is widely regarded as a high-value grand touring tire that excels in ride comfort, low cabin noise, and dry-weather handling. While many users report excellent longevity and consistent performance, a subset of owners experience polarized results regarding wet-weather traction, with some citing significant grip loss in specific damp conditions.

Relative score
81/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
79/100
40 reviews
Road tests
79/100
3 published tests
Community sentiment Positive Read the buzz
#Low noise and smooth ride#Wet grip and rainy performance#Grand touring vs sporty feel#Value for money and pricing#Tread longevity and wear
Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51
Scores

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

79%
Would buy again 76%
Dry
Overall dry
89%
Wet
Overall wet
77%
Comfort
Overall comfort
82%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
75%
Handling
Overall handling
79%
By source
DriverReviews94%1,827 reviews Tyre Reviews79%40 reviews

By road tests

78.7%
Dry
85.4%
Wet
83.1%
Noise
86.3%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 40 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 is widely regarded as a high-value grand touring tire that excels in ride comfort, low cabin noise, and dry-weather handling. While many users report excellent longevity and consistent performance, a subset of owners experience polarized results regarding wet-weather traction, with some citing significant grip loss in specific damp conditions.

Pros

  • Exceptional ride comfort and plushness
  • Low cabin noise levels
  • Strong dry-weather grip and handling
  • High value-for-money proposition
  • Good tread longevity for many users

Cons

  • Inconsistent wet-weather performance
  • Potential for premature cracking or sidewall issues in some climates
  • Increased road noise as the tire wears
  • Sensitivity to tire pressure for optimal comfort

Worth knowing

  • Users with front-wheel-drive vehicles noted faster edge wear on front tires compared to the rear.
  • Performance is highly sensitive to PSI; users report that deviating from manufacturer recommendations can significantly impact comfort and handling.
  • Owners of small hatchbacks and Toyota sedans frequently report the tire as a superior, more comfortable alternative to factory-fitted options.
Test results

3 published test appearances

Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.

2025 Moottori Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16

5th of 8
Best: Wet Handling · 4th Weakest: Straight Aqua · 7th
DisciplinePlacementField position
Wet Braking5th of 8
Wet Handling4th of 8
Dry Braking4th of 8
Straight Aqua7th of 8
Noise5th of 8

2022 AZ SUV tire Test · 215/55 R17

10th of 10
Best: Rolling Resistance · 5th Weakest: Wet Handling · 10th
DisciplinePlacementField position
Wet Braking9th of 10
Wet Handling10th of 10
Dry Braking10th of 10
Dry Handling10th of 10
Rolling Resistance5th of 10
Straight Aqua8th of 10
Noise5th of 10
Price6th of 10

2022 Summer tire Market Overview · 215/55 R17

22nd of 44
Best: Wet Braking · 24th Weakest: Dry Braking · 25th
DisciplinePlacementField position
Wet Braking24th of 44
Dry Braking25th of 44
Community buzz

What owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of the scores above.

The Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 is generally well-regarded by users as a comfortable, quiet, and value-for-money grand touring tire that offers good wet grip and fuel economy. While some note a softer sidewall or compound that may affect longevity or create a visual illusion of being underinflated, most community members praise its smooth ride and performance compared to economy alternatives.

Sentiment breakdown
Positive25%
Mixed75%
Top themes
#Low noise and smooth ride#Wet grip and rainy performance#Grand touring vs sporty feel#Value for money and pricing#Tread longevity and wear#Sidewall stiffness and appearance

From 12 threads and comments.