MRF vs Yokohama - Tyre Comparison

MRF logo

MRF

Tyres with Muscle

4.4(28,450 reviews)
VS
Score
2-5
WINNER
Yokohama logo

Yokohama

Excellence by Design

4.3(5,678 reviews)

Quick Verdict

Yokohama wins this comparison with better scores in 5 out of 7 categories. Yokohama excels in wet grip, dry grip, comfort. However, MRF is better for durability and value for money.

Company Snapshot

MRF logo

MRF

Est. 1946

Headquarters

Chennai, India

Global Rank

#14

Employees

20,000+

Price Range

Mid-Range

Yokohama logo

Yokohama

Est. 1917

Headquarters

Tokyo, Japan

Global Rank

#8

Employees

28,000+

Price Range

Mid-Range

Detailed Comparison

Durability

MRF wins
MRF92
85Yokohama

Wet Grip

Yokohama wins
MRF85
87Yokohama

Dry Grip

Yokohama wins
MRF86
88Yokohama

Comfort

Yokohama wins
MRF84
85Yokohama

Noise Level

Yokohama wins
MRF80
83Yokohama

Fuel Efficiency

Yokohama wins
MRF82
86Yokohama

Value for Money

MRF wins
MRF91
88Yokohama

Pros & Cons

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MRF

Pros

  • Exceptional durability for rough roads
  • India's most trusted tyre brand
  • Excellent monsoon performance
  • Strong dealer network across India
  • Good value for money
  • Motorsport heritage (F3, MotoGP)

Cons

  • Limited international presence
  • Less refined at high speeds
  • Not designed for cold climates
  • Brand less known outside India
Yokohama logo

Yokohama

Pros

  • Excellent value for performance
  • Good all-around performance
  • Eco-friendly manufacturing
  • Solid warranty coverage
  • Wide product range

Cons

  • Not class-leading in premium segment
  • Limited availability in some regions
  • Brand perception vs European brands

Which Should You Choose?

Choose MRF if...

  • You prioritize indian road conditions
  • You prioritize hot climate driving
  • You prioritize daily commuting
  • You prioritize long-distance travel in india
  • You prioritize monsoon conditions
Price Range: $$ (Mid-Range)

Choose Yokohama if...

  • You prioritize value-conscious buyers
  • You prioritize sports sedans
  • You prioritize all-season needs
  • You prioritize eco-friendly priority
  • You prioritize japanese vehicles
Price Range: $$ (Mid-Range)