Bridgestone WeatherPeak rated
73% while driving a Mazda cx5
Driving on
a combination of roads for 10000
spirited miles
I put these on my 2021 AWD Mazda CX-5 about 10k miles ago, and have only used them in winter months with some warmer days punctuating their use.
For my use (mostly in 5-50 degree F weather), they’re great tires. Comfortable, and so far they’ve barely shown any wear. However, they’re not sporty tires, so don’t expect them to be. They feel much closer to my Blizzak WS-90s than my Michelin PS AS4s I had on other vehicles.
Snow grip has been great, whether it’s hard pack, fresh powder, or slush. I feel confident in the braking, turning, and acceleration. I am also confident in its wet traction, with no issues to report going through moderate puddles in central New Jersey at 50mph (+/-10) without aquaplaning.
In the dry, braking and turning feel mushy like you’d experience on a winter tire, but just a half-step closer to an all season. I think it fits the tire’s intended purpose.
In summary, I’m for my use as a “winter” tire that I could put on in late fall and leave on until spring has truly sprung, they’re a good choice, and I would buy them again if they hold up to their rated warranty. As a “spirited” driver, I put Michelin PS4s on during the summer. I can’t speak to how these feel on the really hot summer days.