Best Yokohama Tyres for UAE Drivers (2026)

A 4x4 name first

Yokohama is a Japanese tyre maker, and in the UAE its name is closely tied to four-wheel drives. "Yokohama AT tyres" is one of the most searched tyre phrases in the country, driven by Land Cruiser, Patrol and Prado owners who split their time between city roads and dunes.

That reputation is built on the Geolandar family. But Yokohama also makes performance and comfort tyres for saloons, so this guide starts with the 4x4 range and then covers the rest.

Further reading: Wikipedia: Yokohama Rubber Company

Choosing a Geolandar

Geolandar tyres share a name but serve very different uses. Yokohama’s global site lists newer A/T4 and H/T4 generations; older patterns such as the A/T G015 and H/T G056 remain widely fitted in the region. Ask which generation is available in your size.

Further reading: Yokohama Rubber: tyre products

Using all-terrain tyres in the sand

An all-terrain tyre helps in sand, but technique and pressure matter more. Drivers commonly lower pressure for soft dunes to increase the footprint, then reinflate before returning to the road. A compressor and accurate gauge belong in every desert kit.

• Lower pressure gradually and drive gently on soft tyres.
• Avoid sharp turns that could push the tyre off the bead.
• Reinflate to the placard pressure before driving on tarmac.
• Check for cuts and stones in the tread after each trip.
• Include a full-size spare in the rotation.

Performance cars: Advan

Advan is Yokohama’s performance brand. The Advan Sport range, including the V107 listed on Yokohama’s global site, is aimed at powerful saloons, coupes and performance SUVs, and appears as original equipment on some premium European models. It competes with Michelin Pilot Sport, Continental SportContact and Pirelli P Zero.

Advan tyres on large wheels are often low profile, so the usual care applies: take speed bumps slowly, avoid kerbs and check for sidewall bulges after any heavy impact.

Further reading: Yokohama Rubber: tyre products

Everyday cars: BluEarth

BluEarth is Yokohama’s comfort and economy range, with models such as the BluEarth-GT for touring and BluEarth-ES for everyday cars. It suits Corollas, Sunnys, Elantras and similar commuters, where quiet running and fuel economy matter more than ultimate grip. Our Camry and Corolla tyre guide covers common sizes.

For hybrid saloons, the low rolling resistance focus of BluEarth helps keep fuel consumption close to the factory figure. As with any tyre, the load index and speed rating must match the placard.

Which UAE cars suit Yokohama

Yokohama makes the most sense if you drive a body-on-frame 4x4, a pickup or a large SUV and use it off road. For saloons it is a competitive mid-to-premium option rather than the default.

If you are unsure which Yokohama suits your car, send a photo of your current sidewall and tell us how often you drive off road. We will suggest the closest option in your size.

• Land Cruiser, Patrol, Prado, Fortuner: Geolandar A/T or H/T.
• Hilux, Ranger and other pickups: Geolandar A/T or H/T, checking the load rating.
• Lexus RX, BMW X5, Range Rover: Geolandar X-CV or Advan Sport SUV sizes.
• Corolla, Civic, Sunny: BluEarth ranges.

Geolandar A/T against its rivals

In the UAE, the Geolandar A/T is most often compared with the Toyo Open Country A/T III, BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 and Bridgestone Dueler A/T 002. All four are proven all-terrain designs. The differences are mostly in emphasis: some lean towards road comfort and quietness, others towards a tougher sidewall and more aggressive tread for rocky wadis.

Rather than trusting a single ranking, decide how much of your driving is on tarmac. If it is most of it, lean towards the quieter designs. If you regularly drive rocky routes in Hatta or Ras Al Khaimah as well as sand, a tougher sidewall is worth some extra noise.

Many all-terrain sizes are sold in two constructions. Passenger (P-metric or metric) tyres ride more softly. LT (light truck) tyres have stronger construction for heavy loads and rough terrain, but often need different pressures to carry the same load. If you switch between them, ask the fitter to set pressures for your vehicle’s load rather than copying the old figures.

Buying Yokohama with 800 Motor

See available sizes on our Yokohama tyres page, compare desert options on SUV and 4x4 tyres and other makers on tyre brands, or browse the tyre shop. We fit at home or office or at a partner centre across Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and Ajman.