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Bridgestone Blizzak LM35 review

The Bridgestone Blizzak LM35 is regarded as a highly capable performance winter tire that excels in wet and dry conditions while providing reliable traction in snow. Users generally find it to be a confidence-inspiring choice for daily winter driving, particularly for those transitioning from summer tires in regions with moderate to severe winter climates.

Relative score
84/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
84/100
3 reviews
Bridgestone Blizzak LM35
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

84%
Would buy again 90%
Dry
Overall dry
87%
Corner stability
80%
Dry traction
87%
Steering response
80%
Wet
Overall wet
87%
Wet traction
87%
Comfort
Overall comfort
80%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
83%
Handling
Overall handling
80%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 3 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Bridgestone Blizzak LM35 is regarded as a highly capable performance winter tire that excels in wet and dry conditions while providing reliable traction in snow. Users generally find it to be a confidence-inspiring choice for daily winter driving, particularly for those transitioning from summer tires in regions with moderate to severe winter climates.

Pros

  • Exceptional grip and handling in wet road conditions
  • Strong performance and stability on snow-covered surfaces
  • High level of ride comfort
  • Significant improvement in winter mobility for rear-wheel-drive vehicles

Cons

  • Performance on pure ice is adequate but not class-leading
  • Snow performance is rated as good rather than exceptional compared to dedicated deep-snow tires

Worth knowing

  • Rear-wheel-drive sedan owners report a transformative improvement in winter drivability and hill-start capability.
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