Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 EVO review
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 EVO is a polarizing winter tire that excels in wet and cold conditions but faces significant criticism regarding tread longevity and deep snow performance. While some users praise its handling and braking capabilities, others report rapid wear and diminished effectiveness as the tire ages.
Owners rate it 9.3 points lower than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
By owner reviews
63.7%By road tests
73%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 5 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 EVO is a polarizing winter tire that excels in wet and cold conditions but faces significant criticism regarding tread longevity and deep snow performance. While some users praise its handling and braking capabilities, others report rapid wear and diminished effectiveness as the tire ages.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and braking performance in wet and cold conditions
- Sharp steering response and handling characteristics
- Low noise levels when new
- Reliable traction in slushy environments
Cons
- Rapid tread wear and short service life
- Below-average performance in deep snow compared to dedicated winter tires
- Increased road noise as the tire ages
- Diminished aquaplaning resistance over time
Worth knowing
- Users reported premature wear issues on specific vehicles like the Subaru Forester, with some dealers advising against the fitment.
- The tire's soft compound, while beneficial for grip, leads to accelerated degradation when used in milder, dry winter conditions.
5 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2018 AMS Winter tire Test · 205/55 R16
6th of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 11 | |
| Snow Braking | 10th of 11 | |
| Snow Handling | 11th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 11 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 11 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 11 | |
| Price | 7th of 11 |
2018 Auto Express Winter tire Test · 205/55 R16
9th of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2018 Auto Bild Winter tire Test · 195/65 R15
14th of 20
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 10th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 15th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 18th of 20 | |
| Snow Braking | 20th of 20 | |
| Snow Handling | 20th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 20 | |
| Noise | 1st of 20 | |
| Value | 4th of 20 | |
| Price | 4th of 20 | |
| Wear | 9th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 3rd of 20 |
2018 ADAC Winter tire Test - 205/55 R16 · 205/55 R16
9th of 16
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
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2018 51 Winter tire Shootout · 195/65 R15
10th of 51
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
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