Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 review
Relative score 60% tests + 40% owners
Better than 83% of the summer tires we score.
Owners 77 · 1,918 reviews analysed Road tests 68 · 3 tests
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Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 has a Relative Score of 72 out of 100 among summer tires. In 3 road tests with an overall ranking it finished first 0 times and in the top three 0 times. Testers rate it best for efficiency (77) and weakest for wet (64). 1,918 owner reviews rate it 77 out of 100. 74% would buy it again.
Owners rate it 10 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews found online; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
How scores work
- Relative score
- 0–100. Blends road tests (60%) and owner reviews (40%) category by category, the same way on every TireWheelGuide page. With only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from it, so the score stays closer to average. It needs at least one road test or five owner reviews.
- Road tests
- 0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
- Owner reviews
- 0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.
By owner reviews
77/100From 1,918 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.
By road tests
68/100Scaled across every tested tire: the average gets 70, the best 100.
What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 1,918 owner reviews found online.
The Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 generally receives positive feedback from drivers seeking a reliable, comfortable, and fuel-efficient grand touring tire. Many users praise its quiet operation, smooth ride quality, and dependable grip in both wet and dry conditions compared to factory or budget alternatives. However, a minority of reviewers report polarized experiences, specifically noting sudden drops in wet-weather traction or premature cracking.
Pros
- Significantly reduced cabin noise and quiet highway cruising
- Impressive ride comfort and plush absorption of road imperfections
- Good dry handling and confident cornering grip
- Strong value for money compared to higher-end premium brands
- Favorable fuel efficiency and low rolling resistance
Cons
- Polarizing wet-weather performance, with some users reporting poor traction or sliding on damp or wet roads
- Firm or harsh ride reported on smaller sidewall/low-profile sizes when over-inflated
- Occasional reports of accelerated tread wear or cracking prematurely
- Some complaints regarding increased road noise or a whistling sound as the tire ages
Worth knowing
- Users with 17-inch sizes (such as 215/55R17) noted that tire pressure is crucial, with precise tuning needed to balance the stiffer sidewall and overall comfort.
- Drivers mounting these on commuter hybrids and hatchbacks (like the Toyota Prius and Mini Cooper) appreciated the low rolling resistance and tailored OEM-style fitment, though sporty drivers desired sharper feedback.
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 Aquaplaning | 7th of 8 | |
| Noise | 5th of 8 |
Source: Moottori
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 Aquaplaning | 8th of 10 | |
| Noise | 5th of 10 | |
| Price | 6th of 10 |
Source: Auto Zeitung
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 |
Source: Auto Bild
Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| EU label: wet grip | A in 80% of sizes |
| EU label: energy | B in 49% of sizes |
| EU label: external noise | 66–71 dB |
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What owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of the scores above.
Community sentiment towards the Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 is largely positive, with owners frequently praising its low road noise, comfortable ride, and solid value for money. While several users highlight good wet and dry grip along with decent tread life over long ownership periods, a few drivers express reservations regarding heavy rain performance, visual appearance, and potential noise increase over time.
From 29 threads and comments.
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