88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
90/100
33 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 vs Michelin Latitude Alpin — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
4 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 — better snow, comfort and wet. Pick the Michelin Latitude Alpin if treadwear and handling matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | Latitude Alpin |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Blizzak DM-V2 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | Latitude Alpin |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Blizzak DM-V2 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | Latitude Alpin |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 94 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 98 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 99 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Blizzak DM-V2 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | Latitude Alpin |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 83 |
| SimpleTire owners | 92 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | Latitude Alpin |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Latitude Alpin leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | Latitude Alpin |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 58 | 93 |
| SimpleTire owners | 86 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Latitude Alpin leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | Latitude Alpin |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 83 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 | Michelin Latitude Alpin |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 88 | 86 |
| Dry | 90 | 90 |
| Wet | 90 | 85 |
| Snow | 99 | 80 |
| Comfort | 90 | 83 |
| Noise | 88 | – |
| Treadwear | 82 | 93 |
| Handling | 80 | 83 |
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Headline score
88
/ 100
Tire A
86
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 is widely regarded as a premier dedicated winter tire, consistently praised for its exceptional traction and braking performance on snow and ice. While users acknowledge that the soft rubber compound leads to faster tread wear if used in warmer temperatures, the consensus is that the safety and handling benefits in harsh winter conditions far outweigh these longevity concerns.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and braking performance on snow and ice
- High level of driver confidence in severe winter weather
- Surprisingly quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Significant improvement over all-season tires for winter handling
Cons
- Faster tread wear compared to all-season tires
- Performance degrades if left on the vehicle during warmer spring/summer months
- Potential for reduced wet-weather grip as the tire wears down
Observations
- Users report excellent performance across a variety of vehicle types, including heavy SUVs like the BMW X5 and VW Touareg, as well as light trucks like the Ford F-150.
- Owners of hybrid vehicles noted that the tire's soft compound may wear more quickly under the specific torque characteristics of their vehicles.
- Some users successfully utilize oversized tire diameters for increased ground clearance in deep snow without sacrificing ride quality.
The Michelin Latitude Alpin is highly regarded for its exceptional traction and reliability in winter, wet, and dry conditions. While users consistently praise its longevity and performance, some note a slight increase in road noise as the tire ages.
Pros
- Outstanding grip and stability in snow and winter conditions
- Strong performance in both wet and dry road environments
- Excellent tread longevity and durability over multiple seasons
Cons
- Increased road noise levels after significant mileage
- Slightly higher fuel consumption compared to summer-focused alternatives
- Loss of lateral stability and rubber hardening after extended long-term use (7+ years)
Observations
- Users report consistent performance across various road conditions on SUV-style vehicles like the Dacia Duster.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 | B · Michelin Latitude Alpin |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Winter tire | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 48 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 13/32″ | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
88
/ 100
Bridgestone
86
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 — better snow, comfort and wet. Pick the Michelin Latitude Alpin if treadwear and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 scores 99 vs 80 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Latitude Alpin scores 93 vs 82 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 scores 90 vs 83 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 scores 90 vs 85 on wet.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2
Tire B · Michelin Latitude Alpin
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.