Firestone MultiSeason review
The Firestone MultiSeason is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly all-weather tire that excels in winter conditions, particularly on snow and ice. While most users praise its year-round reliability and impressive traction in adverse weather, some report inconsistent performance in wet cornering and varying levels of road noise.
Owners rate it 22.4 points higher 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
78%By road tests
55.6%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 10 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Firestone MultiSeason is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly all-weather tire that excels in winter conditions, particularly on snow and ice. While most users praise its year-round reliability and impressive traction in adverse weather, some report inconsistent performance in wet cornering and varying levels of road noise.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and grip in snow and icy conditions
- Strong value proposition compared to premium competitors
- Reliable performance for daily commuting in varied climates
- Good dry road handling and stability
Cons
- Inconsistent wet weather grip, particularly during cornering
- Reports of elevated road noise levels for some users
- Potential for premature tread wear depending on driving conditions
Worth knowing
- Users living in hilly or rural areas report high confidence in the tire's ability to navigate ungritted, steep inclines.
- Drivers transitioning from premium summer tires noted a comparable dry-weather experience but observed a slight drop-off in wet-weather precision.
2 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2018 27 All Season tire Shootout · 195/65 R15
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2018 ADAC All Season tire Test · 175/65 R14
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