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.
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%By road tests
78.7%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.
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
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 7th of 8 | |
| Noise | 5th of 8 |
2022 AZ SUV tire Test · 215/55 R17
10th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 9th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 10th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 10th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 10th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 8th of 10 | |
| Noise | 5th of 10 | |
| Price | 6th of 10 |
2022 Summer tire Market Overview · 215/55 R17
22nd of 44
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 24th of 44 | |
| Dry Braking | 25th of 44 |
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.
From 12 threads and comments.