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Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 review
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 is widely regarded as a class-leading winter tire for wet and slushy conditions, offering exceptional grip and braking performance that rivals summer tires. While it performs reliably in fresh snow, user consensus indicates a significant decline in performance and tread life after the first two seasons, with many owners reporting premature wear and increased noise levels as the tire ages.
Relative score
75/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
71/100
110 reviews
Road tests
96/100
45 published tests
Owners rate it 25.4 points lower than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
Scores
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
71%
Would buy again
61%
Dry
Wet
Snow & ice
Comfort
Treadwear
Handling
By source
Tyre Reviews71%110 reviews
Tire Rack72%
By road tests
96.4%By discipline (% of best in test)
From owners
What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 110 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 is widely regarded as a class-leading winter tire for wet and slushy conditions, offering exceptional grip and braking performance that rivals summer tires. While it performs reliably in fresh snow, user consensus indicates a significant decline in performance and tread life after the first two seasons, with many owners reporting premature wear and increased noise levels as the tire ages.
Pros
- Exceptional wet-weather grip and aquaplaning resistance.
- Predictable and stable handling on dry roads.
- Strong performance in slush and fresh snow when new.
- High levels of ride comfort and low noise levels during the initial phase of ownership.
Cons
- Rapid and premature tread wear, often failing to last beyond 15,000–20,000 km.
- Significant performance degradation in snow and ice after the first or second season.
- Development of loud humming or buzzing noises as the tire ages.
- Reports of tread deformation, wobbly blocks, or uneven wear patterns.
Worth knowing
- Heavy vehicles, including EVs and large SUVs, appear to accelerate the rapid tread wear observed by many users.
- Users with RWD vehicles noted that while the tire is predictable, it can struggle with traction on steep inclines once the tread depth drops below 5mm.
- Drivers of performance-oriented or heavier cars reported noticeable understeer during spirited driving in dry conditions.
Test results
45 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2024 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter tire Test · 235/35 R19
5th of 10
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Dry Braking · 9th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 9th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 5th of 10 | |
| Snow Traction | 5th of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 8th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 10 | |
| Noise | 6th of 10 |
2024 All Season and Winter tire Test · 215/55 R17
1st of 10
Best: Wet Handling · 1st
Weakest: Dry Braking · 8th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 2nd of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 10 | |
| Wet Circle | 1st of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 7th of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 3rd of 10 | |
| Snow Traction | 7th of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 6th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 7th of 10 | |
| Noise | 1st of 10 | |
| Snow Circle | 6th of 10 |
2023 Tyre Reviews Winter tire Test · 225/45 R18
2nd of 11
Best: Wet Handling · 1st
Weakest: Dry Handling · 8th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 1st of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 8th of 11 | |
| Snow Traction | 4th of 11 | |
| Snow Handling | 6th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 11 | |
| Straight Aqua | 6th of 11 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 2nd of 11 | |
| Price | 7th of 11 |
2023/24 Tyre Reviews UHP Winter tire Test · 255/40 R19
5th of 6
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Value · 6th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 6 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 6 | |
| Wet Circle | 1st of 6 | |
| Dry Braking | 1st of 6 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 6 | |
| Snow Braking | 2nd of 6 | |
| Snow Traction | 4th of 6 | |
| Snow Handling | 3rd of 6 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 6 | |
| Straight Aqua | 1st of 6 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 1st of 6 | |
| Noise | 4th of 6 | |
| Value | 6th of 6 | |
| Price | 4th of 6 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 6th of 6 | |
| Wet Braking - Worn | 1st of 6 | |
| Wet Braking - Cool | 1st of 6 |
2023 Auto Bild SUV Winter tire Test · 225/60 R18
8th of 10
Best: Wet Circle · 1st
Weakest: Snow Braking · 10th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Wet Circle | 1st of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 10th of 10 | |
| Snow Traction | 10th of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 9th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 1st of 10 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 1st of 10 | |
| Noise | 7th of 10 | |
| Price | 6th of 10 | |
| Snow Slalom | 8th of 10 |
2023 Sport Auto Winter tire Test · 225/40 R18
1st of 9
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Snow Slalom · 9th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 9 | |
| Wet Circle | 2nd of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 8th of 9 | |
| Snow Braking | 1st of 9 | |
| Snow Traction | 7th of 9 | |
| Snow Handling | 1st of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 9 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 5th of 9 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 9 | |
| Price | 6th of 9 | |
| Snow Slalom | 9th of 9 |
2023 Sports Cars Winter tire Test · 225/40 R18
5th of 11
Best: Dry Handling · 1st
Weakest: Dry Braking · 11th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 2nd of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 11th of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 11 | |
| Snow Braking | 4th of 11 | |
| Snow Traction | 6th of 11 | |
| Snow Handling | 5th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 11 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 11 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 6th of 11 | |
| Noise | 4th of 11 | |
| Snow Slalom | 8th of 11 |
2023 Auto Bild Winter tire Test · 225/45 R18
10th of 20
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Value · 20th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 20 | |
| Wet Circle | 2nd of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 7th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 20 | |
| Snow Braking | 15th of 20 | |
| Snow Traction | 10th of 20 | |
| Snow Handling | 19th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 20 | |
| Noise | 15th of 20 | |
| Value | 20th of 20 | |
| Wear | 15th of 20 | |
| Snow Slalom | 17th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 18th of 20 |
2023 ADAC 16 Inch tire Test · 205/60 R16
6th of 16
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Wear · 16th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 16 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 16 | |
| Snow Braking | 7th of 16 | |
| Snow Traction | 2nd of 16 | |
| Ice Braking | 12th of 16 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 16 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 3rd of 16 | |
| Noise | 11th of 16 | |
| Wear | 16th of 16 | |
| Fuel Consumption | 10th of 16 | |
| Abrasion | 14th of 16 | |
| Wet Braking - Concrete | 1st of 16 |
2023 Tyre Reviews SUV Winter tire Test · 235/60 R18
4th of 9
Best: Rolling Resistance · 2nd
Weakest: Snow Handling · 8th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 5th of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 9 | |
| Snow Traction | 3rd of 9 | |
| Snow Handling | 8th of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 9 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 2nd of 9 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 2nd of 9 | |
| Noise | 4th of 9 |
2023 Winter tire Test 54 Set Braking Test · 225/45 R18
1st of 54
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Snow Braking · 4th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 54 | |
| Snow Braking | 4th of 54 |
2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter tire Test · 225/45 R17
15th of 15
Best: Curved Aquaplaning · 2nd
Weakest: Ice Braking · 15th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 15 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 15 | |
| Snow Braking | 7th of 15 | |
| Snow Traction | 10th of 15 | |
| Ice Braking | 15th of 15 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 15 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 2nd of 15 | |
| Noise | 12th of 15 | |
| Value | 15th of 15 | |
| Wear | 15th of 15 | |
| Fuel Consumption | 5th of 15 | |
| Abrasion | 15th of 15 |
2023 AMS SUV Winter tire Test · 255/45 R20
1st of 7
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Snow Traction · 6th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 7 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 7 | |
| Wet Circle | 1st of 7 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 7 | |
| Snow Braking | 3rd of 7 | |
| Snow Traction | 6th of 7 | |
| Snow Handling | 2nd of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 1st of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 1st of 7 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 1st of 7 | |
| Noise | 4th of 7 | |
| Snow Circle | 5th of 7 |
2022 Sports Car UHP Winter tire Test · 245/40 R19
1st of 9
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Dry Braking · 7th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 7th of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 9 | |
| Snow Braking | 2nd of 9 | |
| Snow Traction | 3rd of 9 | |
| Snow Handling | 4th of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 6th of 9 | |
| Noise | 7th of 9 | |
| Price | 7th of 9 |
2022 Sport Auto All Season tire Test · 235/35 R19
5th of 7
Best: Snow Braking · 1st
Weakest: Dry Handling · 7th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 2nd of 7 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 7 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 7th of 7 | |
| Snow Braking | 1st of 7 | |
| Snow Handling | 1st of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 7 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 7 | |
| Price | 7th of 7 | |
| Snow Slalom | 1st of 7 |
2022 Auto Bild Winter tire Test · 215/55 R17
6th of 20
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Noise · 19th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 1st of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 20 | |
| Snow Braking | 12th of 20 | |
| Snow Traction | 12th of 20 | |
| Snow Handling | 16th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 8th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 12th of 20 | |
| Noise | 19th of 20 | |
| Value | 18th of 20 | |
| Price | 13th of 20 | |
| Wear | 14th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 15th of 20 |
2022 Auto Bild SUV Winter tire Test · 225/45 R19
4th of 10
Best: Wet Handling · 1st
Weakest: Dry Braking · 10th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 2nd of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 10 | |
| Wet Circle | 2nd of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 10th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 2nd of 10 | |
| Snow Traction | 2nd of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 4th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 10 | |
| Noise | 6th of 10 | |
| Price | 8th of 10 |
2022 Winter tire Market Overview · 215/55 R17
1st of 56
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Snow Braking · 15th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 56 | |
| Snow Braking | 15th of 56 |
2022 ADAC SUV Winter tire Test - 215/60 R16 · 215/60 R16
6th of 17
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2022 ADAC Winter tire Test - 185/65 R15 · 185/65 R15
7th of 15
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2022/23 Tyre Reviews Winter tire Test · 225/45 R17
1st of 9
Best: Wet Handling · 1st
Weakest: Snow Handling · 6th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 1st of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 9 | |
| Snow Traction | 5th of 9 | |
| Snow Handling | 6th of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 9 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 4th of 9 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 2nd of 9 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 9 | |
| Price | 4th of 9 |
2022 Auto Zeitung Winter tire Test · 225/45 R17
2nd of 8
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Snow Traction · 7th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 8 | |
| Snow Braking | 5th of 8 | |
| Snow Traction | 7th of 8 | |
| Snow Handling | 6th of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 8 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 2nd of 8 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 4th of 8 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 2nd of 8 | |
| Noise | 5th of 8 | |
| Price | 4th of 8 |
2022 AMS Winter tire Test · 245/45 R19
4th of 8
Best: Wet Braking · 2nd
Weakest: Noise · 7th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 2nd of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 8 | |
| Snow Braking | 5th of 8 | |
| Snow Traction | 5th of 8 | |
| Snow Handling | 4th of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 8 | |
| Noise | 7th of 8 | |
| Price | 6th of 8 |
2021 Auto Bild Sports Car Winter tire Test · 245/40 R18
4th of 13
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Straight Aqua · 12th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 13 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 13 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 13 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 13 | |
| Snow Braking | 7th of 13 | |
| Snow Traction | 7th of 13 | |
| Snow Handling | 8th of 13 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 1st of 13 | |
| Straight Aqua | 12th of 13 | |
| Noise | 7th of 13 | |
| Price | 11th of 13 |
2021 Auto Express Winter tire Test · 225/45 R17
1st of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2021 AZ SUV Winter tire Test · 235/55 R18
1st of 10
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Price · 8th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 5th of 10 | |
| Snow Traction | 5th of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 7th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 1st of 10 | |
| Noise | 6th of 10 | |
| Price | 8th of 10 |
2021 Auto Bild SUV Winter tire Test · 235/55 R18
3rd of 10
Best: Snow Braking · 2nd
Weakest: Dry Braking · 10th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 10th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 2nd of 10 | |
| Snow Traction | 2nd of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 6th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 10 | |
| Noise | 4th of 10 | |
| Price | 7th of 10 |
2021 Auto Bild Winter tire Test · 205/55 R16
5th of 20
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Value · 19th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 14th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 20 | |
| Snow Braking | 6th of 20 | |
| Snow Traction | 1st of 20 | |
| Snow Handling | 4th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 7th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 20 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 20 | |
| Value | 19th of 20 | |
| Price | 16th of 20 | |
| Wear | 15th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 12th of 20 |
2021 AMS Winter tire Test · 195/55 R16
1st of 10
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Noise · 9th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 3rd of 10 | |
| Snow Traction | 4th of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 6th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 10 | |
| Noise | 9th of 10 | |
| Price | 7th of 10 |
2021 ADAC 15 Inch Winter tire Test · 225/50 R17
7th of 16
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2021 ADAC 17 Inch Winter tire Test · 225/50 R17
5th of 18
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2021 Winter tire Market Overview · 205/55 R16
1st of 49
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Snow Braking · 6th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 49 | |
| Snow Braking | 6th of 49 |
2021 Tyre Reviews Winter tire Test · 225/40 R18
4th of 9
Best: Wet Handling · 1st
Weakest: Subj. Comfort · 9th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 1st of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 5th of 9 | |
| Snow Traction | 8th of 9 | |
| Snow Handling | 7th of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 1st of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 6th of 9 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 1st of 9 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 9th of 9 | |
| Noise | 5th of 9 | |
| Price | 8th of 9 | |
| Snow Circle | 6th of 9 |
The Best Winter tires for 2020 · 205/55 R16
1st of 19
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2020 Auto Zeitung Winter tire Test · 205/55 R16
1st of 14
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Subj. Comfort · 6th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 14 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 14 | |
| Snow Braking | 5th of 14 | |
| Snow Traction | 2nd of 14 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 14 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 14 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 2nd of 14 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 6th of 14 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 2nd of 14 | |
| Subj. Snow Handling | 1st of 14 |
2020 Auto Express Winter tire Test · 205/55 R16
1st of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2020 ACE Winter tire Test · 225/50 R17
1st of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2020 Auto Bild SUV Winter tire Test · 225/55 R17
2nd of 10
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Snow Handling · 7th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Snow Traction | 5th of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 7th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 6th of 10 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 10 |
2020 ADAC Winter tire Test - 235/55 R17 · 235/55 R17
7th of 13
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2020 ADAC Winter tire Test - 205/55 R16 · 205/55 R16
1st of 15
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter tire Test · 245/45 R18
2nd of 20
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Value · 15th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 11th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 5th of 20 | |
| Snow Braking | 2nd of 20 | |
| Snow Traction | 2nd of 20 | |
| Snow Handling | 3rd of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 11th of 20 | |
| Noise | 9th of 20 | |
| Value | 15th of 20 | |
| Wear | 12th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 4th of 20 |
2020 Winter tire Market Overview - 52 tire Braking Test · 245/45 R18
1st of 48
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Snow Braking · 2nd
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 48 | |
| Snow Braking | 2nd of 48 |
2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch tire Test · 225/45 R17
5th of 20
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Price · 18th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 20 | |
| Snow Braking | 11th of 20 | |
| Snow Handling | 16th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 7th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 20 | |
| Noise | 6th of 20 | |
| Value | 17th of 20 | |
| Price | 18th of 20 | |
| Wear | 5th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 9th of 20 |
2019 Winter tire Test Market Overview · 225/45 R17
1st of 45
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Snow Braking · 11th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 45 | |
| Snow Braking | 11th of 45 |
2019 AMS Winter SUV tire Test · 215/55 R17
2nd of 11
Best: Wet Braking · 1st
Weakest: Dry Handling · 8th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 8th of 11 | |
| Snow Braking | 1st of 11 | |
| Snow Handling | 7th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 11 | |
| Straight Aqua | 6th of 11 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 5th of 11 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 6th of 11 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 3rd of 11 | |
| Noise | 6th of 11 | |
| Price | 7th of 11 | |
| Subj. Snow Handling | 6th of 11 |
Where to buy
Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 9/32″ |
| Sidewall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 psi |
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