The Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 is a premium touring summer tire that feels refined and easy-going day to day, standing out for its quiet motorway manners, supple ride comfort and low-effort stability. In dry conditions it typically delivers predictable handling and reassuring braking, and many owners rate it as strong value compared with pricier touring rivals. The main caveat is wet performance: both driver feedback and independent tests highlight that wet grip can be the tire's limiting factor, particularly in more demanding scenarios or certain fitments.
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Owners say79%from 42 owner reviews74% would buy againRead the reviews
Strengths & weaknessesValue, DryWetRelative to its rivals across every test we hold
Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tire - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated October 2026.
The Yokohama scored 8.6 overall, with its standout feature being low rolling resistance for better fuel efficiency. In fact, the test noted that its 3.3% lower rolling resistance compared to Momo could save about two liters of fuel per thousand kilometers. The tire handles well in most conditions with decent grip levels, though it doesn't match the top performers in wet grip. Noise levels are well controlled, making it a comfortable option for everyday driving.
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How good is the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 in the wet?
Across the 3 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 stops 7.2% longer than premium rivals, 3.9% longer than mid-range rivals and 3.2% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 37/100, and owners rate it 7.7/10 in the wet from 42 reviews.
How good is the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 in the dry?
Across the 3 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 stops 2.9% longer than premium rivals, 1.4% longer than mid-range rivals and 2.8% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 53/100, and owners rate it 8.9/10 in the dry from 42 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51?
Across the 1 test measuring rolling resistance, the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51's rolling resistance is 6.1% higher than premium rivals and 15.9% lower than mid-range rivals.
How many miles does the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 last?
Based on test and owner data, the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 is expected to last around 30,200 miles (48,602 km).
What do owners say about the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51?
Across 42 owner ratings the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 averages 79%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 8.9 out of 10 and Wear lowest at 7.6. 15 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 77% of owners score it 70% or better.
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What is the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 most commonly carries EU label ratings of B for fuel efficiency, A for wet grip and 71 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51?
Owners rate the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 8.2 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 39 reviews.
How well do the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 7.6 out of 10 for wear across 39 reviews. 15 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 8,000 miles.
Would owners buy the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 again?
74% of owners say they would buy the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 again, based on the 42 owner reviews that answered the question. 52% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What do owners say about the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51's dry grip?
Of the 38 owner reviews analyzed for the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51, 26 mention dry grip: 24 praise it (strong dry grip) and 2 criticise it (limited dry grip). One owner wrote: "Grippy but also nicely malleable at limit". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51's ride comfort?
Of the 38 owner reviews analyzed for the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51, 22 mention ride comfort: 20 praise it (comfortable ride) and 2 criticise it (harsh ride). Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51's road noise?
Of the 38 owner reviews analyzed for the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51, 18 mention road noise: 15 praise it (quiet) and 3 criticise it (noisy). One owner wrote: "They are super quiet on the motorway". Read those reviews
What sizes does the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 come in?
The Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 is available in 102 sizes, ranging from 155-275/30-65 R14-20.
Questions and Answers for the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51
Is yokohama es51 fuel efficient?
June 13, 2023
The Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 is a high-performance all-season tire designed for passenger vehicles. It is part of Yokohama's BluEarth series, which focuses on providing environmentally-friendly tires without compromising performance.
Here are some key features and characteristics of the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51:
All-Season Performance: The BluEarth GT AE51 is engineered to deliver excellent performance in various weather conditions, including dry, wet, and light snow. It provides reliable traction and handling throughout the year.
Fuel Efficiency: One of the primary goals of the BluEarth series is to enhance fuel efficiency. The AE51 tire incorporates Yokohama's advanced tire technology to reduce rolling resistance, which can help improve fuel economy and reduce CO2 emissions.
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Drivers generally describe the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 as a well-balanced grand touring tire, praised for its quiet cabin, strong comfort, and confident dry-road handling, often at good value versus premium rivals. Many also report stable, predictable everyday performance and in several cases improved fuel economy. A notable minority, however, report a sharp drop in traction on wet or damp roads (especially when pulling away or cornering), which is the most consistent complaint among lower-scoring reviews.
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Owner ratings averaged from 42 ratings
Owner score79%
Dry Grip89%
Comfort82%
Handling80%
Wet Grip77%
Road Feedback76%
Wear76%
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Most helpful 83%
“Much better than the Sumitomo BC100 I had in previously. I immediately notice they were much quieter and noticeably more comfortable than the BC100s I had no real problems in the dry or in the wet. They've performed...”
“Worst tire ever i had used, previously factory fitted continental uc6 pretty solid tire. I read review thru here found out this tires not bad i would give a try. Once fitted on my car i totally regret it and feel like...”
“Production of my tier is week 39 in 2018 I got my tier when I buy my new Toyota Camry in the first week of 2019 I highly recommended this tier it last for 72K MILES 115000 KILOMETER AND STILL WORKING GREAT I DRIVE...”
I have had these tires on my A4 2.0 TDI (177) Quattro for 6 months now and covered 16,000 miles. A good mix of national limit country roads, motorway and round town and in every type of weather from snow to 35 degree heatwave and they are outstanding tires! They improved my average fuel consumption by 2-3 mpg which is massive when covering 500 miles a week. They are super quiet on the motorway and absorb bumps really well, I have 100% confidence in the wet and dry when cornering hard and I have only marked the feel down slightly as I'm unsure whether its the tires or the fact I drive a 1.7 ton AWD Audi Estate! Would 100% recommend these tires to anyone covering distance in mixed conditions who is a moderate to inspired driver!
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Very good grip across the various road conditions we get in UK recently. Not intrusive as very low noise levels in the cabin and a consistent ride comfort over the speed range. These provided me with a premium tire at great value and I’d definitely recommend and use them again.
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Bought these in Aug 2023 it's now April 2026 to fit a mitsubishi asx and they are down to 3mm of tread with cracks along the circumference of each front tire groove.
I expected them to last longer given I drive approx 6/7k miles each yr so at 19000 now.
Found the cabin noise quite intrusive. Been very noisey of late. It was even picked up by an OAP passenger wearing a hearing aid who could only hear a whirring sound from the tires and thought it was his aids.
Grip has been OK really wet/dry. Had a near miss with a car that suddenly braked going downhill in the dry and skidded right up to them and this is why I got them checked and they said they are legal but need changing because of the cracks around the grooves.
I live on a hill and my drive is inclined so the slightest snow is troublesome for these tires...just spin and slide.
I cannot recommend them and would not buy again unfirtunately
These tires are an obvious choice with the stunning new Toyota Prius, which has this exclusive format. They haven't caused any grip problems, they perform well on dry and wet surfaces, at reasonable speeds, they are slightly noisy but above all they are now very worn on the front (both sides). I will have to change them within 1000-2000 miles; while at the rear they still have a good thickness, I think they will still have 8-10,000 miles. I will almost certainly buy them again because there is almost no alternative, but it must be said that they are not too expensive.
After a year of testing, the tires have changed, or perhaps the initial "new tire" effect has worn off. Indeed, at 1 year and 5 minutes of wear on the front tires (it's a rear-wheel drive car), the tires perform quite well in dry conditions, but in the wet, they're awful. They're unstable at 100 km/h in a 110 km/h zone, and they slide a lot. I have Michelin Primacy 4 tires on the rear, also with 5 minutes of wear, but less than a year old, and it's a completely different story. The rear end doesn't budge. I won't buy these tires again; they're too dangerous in the rain. I drive a Mercedes C-Class.
Excellent tire overall. In the dry it is both comfortable around town and on motorways, yet response and fun on country roads with excellent levels of grip that gives confidence. Weirdest attribute however is that they are good in the wet when it is/has just been raining, but in the when the road is damp/drying the grip suddenly becomes fairly poor. This has caused a few incidents of mild understeer and the wheels to spin up when trying to quickly get out of a junction etc.
Wear has been good, with the front tires on 5.1mm and 4.9mm of tread after 10000 miles.
Overall I would recommend these tires, as long as you remember to be a little bit more gentle with your right foot in the damp
Much better than the Sumitomo BC100 I had in previously. I immediately notice they were much quieter and noticeably more comfortable than the BC100s I had no real problems in the dry or in the wet. They've performed well in emergency braking situations on my non-ABS car and are not easy to lock up on dry average quality pavement. The loss of grip is progressive and more manageable than the previous tires I had. I've noticed a slight tendency to understeer on very tight corners but that could be suboptimal alignment. In the wet they are more difficult to spin than the Sumitomos and that's a good thing because Greek pavement is not grippy in the rain. As for wear, after about 15000km they had about 5mm tread and that's pretty good considering the fact that I do take my car for spirited drives often. Overall I'd buy again but I'd also like to try the Adan Flevas and see if they're worth the price difference.
Good choice for light passenger vehicles. Grip performance is above average in both dry and wet conditions. If your tires side profile are 50+, highly recommended to pump up to 35 - 37 PSI, while the manufacturer says 32 - 36 PSI. It provides a very clear and solid traction on both highway and city corners. If it is a front wheel drive, you might need to check the wear around 30000 km, especially the edge toes. However the back wheels are still with 80%+ tread. Hence it is perfect for those light 4 wheel drive although I have not tried on them. These GT tires are designed for summer touring so they are pretty quiet and comfort, compare to other mid-high range brands. They are good quality in general and drived with confidence.
I had read the previously good reviews of this tire and to be fair, the handling and grip in the dry are decent. However, it has a Jekyl and Hyde personality and in the wet the lack of grip is absolutely shocking. It feels more like a low end budget tire in the wet, scrambling for grip when pulling onto roundabouts and from junctions at at a quite ordinary pace. Cornering in the wet is a nerve shredding experience, again due to the shocking lack of grip. Definitely not a repeat purchase.
Overall an excellent tire. Occasionally stones get stuck in the grooves and it being a softer compound, the groove is damaged a bit. But this is a very miniscule issue.
