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Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 Test Results

Tested 2022 to 2025 3 publications

Tested 3 times by independent publications, the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 averages a finish of 13th.

  • 3Independent tests
  • 0Test wins
  • 0Podium finishes
  • 13thAverage finish
  • 31%Field beaten on average
  • 3Publications
Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51

3 tests, 2022 to 2025

0%50%100%20222025Average 31%2022 Summer Tire Market Overview (2022): P23 of 50, Beat 51% of the field2022 AZ SUV Tire Test (2022): P10 of 10, Beat 0% of the field2025 Moottori Summer Tire Test (2025): P5 of 8, Beat 43% of the field
Share of the field beaten in each test, oldest to newest. Hover or tap a point for the test.
  • Test win
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  • Average 31%
The latest test

2025 Moottori Summer Tire Test P5 of 8

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.

Weak: Straight Aqua Winner: Nokian Hakka Blue 3

Record by discipline

Where the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 finished in each measured discipline, across every test that measured it against at least two other tires. Field beaten is the share of the other tires it outranked in that measurement.

Discipline Tests Avg finish Field beaten Firsts
Dry
Dry Braking 3 P12 of 20.7 42% -
Dry Handling 1 P10 of 10 0% -
Wet
Wet Braking 3 P12.7 of 20.7 33% -
Wet Handling 2 P7 of 9 29% -
Straight Aqua 2 P7.5 of 9 18% -
Comfort
Noise 2 P4 of 9 60% -
Value
Rolling Resistance 1 P5 of 10 56% -

Head-to-head record

Overall finishing position against the tires that have most often shared a test with the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51. Only tires tested alongside it at least three times are listed.

Rival Shared tests Ahead Behind Level Finished ahead
BFGoodrich Advantage 3 shared: 0 ahead, 3 behind 3 0 3 - 0%

Performance Analysis

Drawn from 3 tests. Updated August 26, 2025.

The Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 shows middling to below-average performance overall across three summer tests, with an average position of 12.7. It performs acceptably in dry and wet handling/braking in smaller/mid-size fitments (205/55 R16), but falls notably behind in the more competitive SUV/crossover 215/55 R17 tests, particularly in wet handling and braking. Comfort/noise and efficiency (rolling resistance) are relative bright spots in isolated results, yet aquaplaning resistance and dynamic wet grip repeatedly lag behind leaders.

Overall, the tire lacks consistent top-tier results and is rarely competitive in wet performance, which heavily influences rankings. No awards or test wins are present, and one test shows bottom-place finishes in dynamic disciplines, indicating limited safety margins in demanding wet scenarios.

Performance Strengths

  • Noise/Comfort Moderate
    Details
    • 3rd/10 noise in 2022 AZ SUV test (71 dB, +1.4% from best)
    • 5th/8 noise in 2025 Moottori (+1.2% from best)
  • Rolling Resistance/Efficiency Minor
    Details
    • 5th/10 rolling resistance in 2022 AZ SUV test (7.37 kg/t, +22% from best)
  • Dry Braking/Handling (smaller size context) Minor
    Details
    • 4th/8 dry braking in 2025 Moottori (+3.5% from best)
    • 4th/8 wet handling in 2025 Moottori (+1.5% from best)
  • Rolling resistance Strong in 1 of 2 tests
    Details

Performance Weaknesses

  • Wet Performance (Braking & Handling) Strong
    Details
    • 10th/10 wet handling in 2022 AZ SUV (+11.2% from best) and 9th/10 wet braking (+7.7%)
    • 24th/44 wet braking in 2022 Auto Bild (+17.1% from best)
  • Aquaplaning Resistance Moderate
    Details
    • 7th/8 straight aquaplaning in 2025 Moottori (+4% from best)
    • 8th/10 straight aquaplaning in 2022 AZ SUV (+7.8% from best)
  • Dynamic Dry Performance (SUV fitment) Moderate
    Details
    • 10th/10 dry handling in 2022 AZ SUV (+1.8% from best)
    • 8th/10 dry braking in 2022 AZ SUV (+5% from best)
  • Overall Competitiveness/Awards Moderate
    Details
    • Average overall position 12.7 with no test wins or recommendations
    • 10th/10 overall in 2022 AZ SUV; 23rd/44 in 2022 Auto Bild
  • Wet grip Strong in 2 of 2 tests
    Details

Do owners agree with the tests?

Every tester write-up on the Yokohama BluEarth GT AE51 (2 tests) and 38 owner reviews were tagged for the aspects they judge. Where both have spoken, this is how they line up.

Where owners and testers agree

  • Dry grip strength in 1 of 2 tests 24 praise, 2 criticise of 38 reviews · Read those reviews
  • Road noise strength in 1 of 2 tests 15 praise, 3 criticise of 38 reviews · Read those reviews

Where they disagree

  • Steering feel weakness in 1 of 2 tests 3 praise, 0 criticise of 38 reviews · Read those reviews

Raised by owners, not by any test of this tire

  • Ride comfort no test mentions it 20 praise, 2 criticise of 38 reviews · Read those reviews
  • Dry handling no test mentions it 13 praise, 1 criticise of 38 reviews · Read those reviews
  • Dry braking no test mentions it 3 praise, 1 criticise of 38 reviews · Read those reviews
  • Value for money no test mentions it 4 praise, 0 criticise of 38 reviews · Read those reviews

Every test, newest first 3

Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.

2025 1 test
P5 of 8 Beat 43% of the field

2025 Moottori Summer Tire Test

Moottori 205/55 R16

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.

WeakStraight Aqua WinnerNokian Hakka Blue 3

2022 2 tests
P10 of 10 Beat 0% of the field

2022 AZ SUV Tire Test

Auto Zeitung 215/55 R17

Bottom in the wet, lacking grip when it matters. The Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE-51 is better in the dry, although there is no connection to the road and the rolling resistance is too high.

WeakDry HandlingWet BrakingWet Handling WinnerBridgestone Turanza T005

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