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1. Michelin CrossClimate+ Premium2. Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 Upper-middle
Comparison: Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 vs. Michelin CrossClimate+
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Today, we are comparing two highly-rated tyres - the Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 and the Michelin CrossClimate+. Both these models are all-round tyres, and through mutual test positions, we find the Michelin CrossClimate+ generally outperforms Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21.
The Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21, manufactured by Yokohama, showed respectable performance. Rating at 31% in our test results, it ranked 5 out of 7 in Autoklub ČR test and 15 out of 31 in Autobild's bevy of tyres. Its strengths lie in comfort and snow acceleration which was consistently rated well. However, its lower overall rankings indicate room for improvement when compared with competitors.
On the other hand, manufactured by Michelin, the Michelin CrossClimate+ boasts an impressive 75% rating from our team. It took the second place in both Autoklub ČR and Autobild tests, showing effective consistency in its performance. It particularly excelled in its dry handling, exhibiting outstanding objective results. Other strong selling points include comfort, wet braking and wet handling. Moreover, Autobild remarked positively on its impressive mileage, exterior noise, and rolling resistance.
It's important to remember Autobild's summary for the CrossClimate+ tyre in 2020: Top-notch all-year performance with dynamic handling and precise steering. In addition to its durability (reflected in high mileage) and reduced rolling resistance, the only con of this tyre is its high price point.
In conclusion, if you can afford the slight additional investment, the Michelin CrossClimate+ presents a much more reliable and consistently high-performing option. However, the Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 remains a good choice for those who prioritize comfort and snow acceleration while on a budget. As neither has a newer model replacing them, these tyres continue to represent the peak of all-round performance from their respective manufacturers.
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1. Michelin CrossClimate+ Exemplary2. Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 Satisfactory
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1. Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 Satisfactory2. Michelin CrossClimate+ Sufficient
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Mutual tests
| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Snow | |||
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| Best values in test | 99,8 | 99,3 | 106,9 | 98,3 | |||
| Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 | 96,2 | 91,3 | 101,3 | 95,9 | |||
| Michelin CrossClimate+ | 99,3 | 95,3 | 106,9 | 95,8 | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,7 | 45 | |||||
| Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 | 44 | 52,9 | |||||
| Michelin CrossClimate+ | 39,7 | 49,7 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,5 | 46,3 | |||||
| Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 | 44,1 | 52,1 | |||||
| Michelin CrossClimate+ | 39,9 | 48,6 | |||||
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