Comparison: Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs. Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Yokohama). Generally, Michelin allround tyres are slightly better rated (88%) than Yokohama (40%). In this particular case, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 has a better rating of 92% compared to 40% of the Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21. The first tyre test of Michelin CrossClimate 2 was done in 2021, compared to 2019 when was the Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2024 205/55 R16 test, where both the CrossClimate 2 and the BluEarth-4S AW21 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Michelin CrossClimate 2 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (91%) of the Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 also have B wet ratings. We also know where CrossClimate 2 is made - Italy/Spain.