74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
75/100
5 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 4X4 vs Continental ContiTour — 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
58
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
40/100
1 owner review
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 4X4 — better treadwear, comfort and dry. Pick the Continental ContiTour if wet matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
Blizzak LM25 4X4 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM25 4X4 | ContiTour |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 70 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ContiTour leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM25 4X4 | ContiTour |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 70 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM25 4X4 | ContiTour |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM25 4X4 leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM25 4X4 | ContiTour |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 40 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM25 4X4 leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM25 4X4 | ContiTour |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 50 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM25 4X4 | ContiTour |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 4X4 | Continental ContiTour |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 58 |
| Dry | 90 | 70 |
| Wet | 64 | 70 |
| Snow | 90 | – |
| Comfort | 64 | 40 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 50 |
| Handling | 78 | – |
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Headline score
74
/ 100
Tire A
58
/ 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 LM25 4X4 receives highly polarized feedback, with some users praising its exceptional grip and longevity in severe winter conditions, while others report significant concerns regarding noise levels and wet-weather performance. The disparity in user experience appears to be heavily influenced by the age of the rubber compound at the time of purchase and specific driving environments.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and climbing ability in deep snow and challenging winter conditions.
- Impressive long-term durability and sidewall integrity over extended periods.
- Stable and sporty handling characteristics on dry pavement.
Cons
- Reports of excessive road noise during operation.
- Inconsistent performance on wet or cold surfaces, with some users noting a lack of grip.
- Sensitivity to rubber aging, which can significantly degrade performance if tires are not fresh.
Observations
- Users operating the tire on AWD platforms like the Subaru Forester report high satisfaction with stability and control across mixed winter conditions.
- The tire's performance profile is highly dependent on the age of the compound, suggesting that storage time prior to purchase is a critical factor for this specific model.
The Continental ContiTour receives a mixed to negative reception from users, primarily due to concerns regarding its longevity and noise levels. The feedback suggests that the tire fails to meet expectations for durability and cabin comfort over its service life.
Cons
- Poor tread life with reports of premature wear
- Excessive road noise and lack of acoustic comfort
Observations
- Users report significant degradation in performance and tread depth by the 25,000-kilometer mark.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 4X4 | B · Continental ContiTour |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
74
/ 100
Bridgestone
58
/ 100
Continental
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 4X4 — better treadwear, comfort and dry. Pick the Continental ContiTour if wet matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 4X4 scores 80 vs 50 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 4X4 scores 64 vs 40 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 4X4 scores 90 vs 70 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental ContiTour scores 70 vs 64 on wet.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 4X4
Tire B · Continental ContiTour
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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.