Bridgestone Blizzak WS90
Overview
The Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 is a studless winter tire designed to be driven on icy and snowy roads. This variant of Bridgestone assures top-notch grip and control even in freezing temperatures – as such, it features stable acceleration and enhanced stopping.
In addition, this model has an asymmetric tread pattern with stiffened blocks that result in better steering and improved wear life. The pattern is designed to provide more contact area with increased block edges that generate better traction and reduced braking distance on snow, slush and ice.
With a silica based tread compound, it provides a superior grip on snow and ice. Also, the mold engineered by Bridgestone consists of bite particles especially formulated to cut the water layer that is generated in the middle of the tread rubber and ice, resulting in greater traction.
Lastly, the treadwear is slower, especially compared to its predecessor the WS80, as per the manufacturer. Most improvements and new features are based on feedback provided by customers and dealers of the previous variant.
Blizzak WS90’s speed rating is H (210 km/h) and comes in sizes ranging from 14” to 20”. The tire has been rated 3PMSF (three-peak mountain snowflake) as per industry standards, thus proving its durability in tough winter conditions. Its low-rolling-resistance also accounts for a smooth and comfortable riding experience due to less noise generation.
They can be used all-year-round, but it’s not recommended since treadwear is increased in summers and the tire loses its traction.
The Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 comes with a limited Workmanship & Materials Warranty if bought from an authorized dealer.
The Pros
- Highly reliable braking on snow and ice
- Improved handling and control on the winter roads
- Great traction
- Rated high on industry standards
The Cons
- It comes with no tread life warranty
Overall Thoughts
To conclude, Bridgestone Blizzak with its features like block stiffness, interlocking sipes and specially formulated mold, etc., is a formidable winter tire, better than its forerunner with a higher industry rating.
Designed to provide ultimate grip on snow, slush and ice, this variant is good for all-season driving but particularly brilliant on snowy conditions with enhanced stability and control.
The model also comes with sturdy and stiffened blocks that increase the tire’s wear life and a multi-cell compound that contains bite particles to better grip icy surfaces while also reducing aquaplaning.
On the whole, the Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 is brilliant if you are looking for a comfortable and quiet ride with utmost traction on the wintery roads.
Note: it is advisable to ensure installation of a complete set of 4 tires without mixing in other brands for maximum performance and surface grip.
What Vehicles Would Blizzak WS90 Tires Fit?
The list of vehicles that Bridgestone Blizzak is built to support is as follows – these are not the complete set of vehicles that this tire can fit.
- Acura CL
- Acura CL Premium
- Acura CSX Premium
- Acura CSX Touring
- Acura ILX
- Acura ILX Hybrid
- Acura RSX
- Acura RSX Type-S
- Audi A3 Sportback e-tron PremiumG
- BMW 128i
- BMW 320i
- BMW 323Ci
- Chevrolet Beretta
- Chevrolet Beretta GTZ
- Chevrolet Beretta Z26
- Chevrolet Cavalier
- Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport
- Chevrolet Cavalier RS
- Dodge Avenger
- Honda Civic EX-L
- Honda Civic LX
- Honda Civic LX-S
- Honda Civic Si
- Hyundai Elantra Coupe GLS
- Hyundai Elantra Coupe GS
- Kia Forte Koup EX
- Kia Forte LX
- Kia Forte LXS
- Kia Forte S
- Kia Forte5 EX
- Lamborghini Jalpa
- Lexus CT200h
- Lexus IS250
- Lexus IS300
- Lexus IS300 Sportcross
Tire Sizes Available
The Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 is available in a variety of sizes and caters to multiple types of passenger cars like sedans, minivans and coupes.
14″
- 185/65R14 86T
15″
- 175/65R15 84H
- 185/55R15 82H
- 185/60R15 84T
- 185/65R15 88T
- 195/60R15 88T
- 195/65R15 91H
- 205/65R15 94T
- 215/70R15 98TL
16″
- 185/55R16 87T
- 195/55R16 87H
- 195/60R16 89H
- 205/55R16 91H
- 205/60R16 92H
- 205/65R16 95T
- 215/55R16 97H
- 215/60R16 95H
- 215/65R16 98H
- 225/60R16 98H
- 225/65R16 100T
- 235/60R16 100T
- 235/65R16 103T
17″
- 205/40R17 84H
- 205/50R17 93H
- 215/45R17 91T
- 215/50R17 95H
- 215/55R17 94H
- 215/60R17 96T
- 215/65R17 99T
- 225/45R17 91H
- 225/50R17 94H
- 225/55R17 97H
- 225/65R17 102H
- 235/45R17 97H
- 235/55R17 99H
- 235/60R17 102T
- 245/45R17 99H,
- P245/50R17 98H
18″
- 215/55R18 95T
- 225/40R18 92H
- 225/45R18 95H
- 225/50R18 95T
- 225/55R18 98H
- 235/40R18 95H
- 235/45R18 94H
- 235/50R18 101H
- 245/40R18 97H
- 245/45R18 100H
- 245/50R18 104H
- 255/35R18 90H
19″
- 235/50R19 99H
- 245/45R19 98H
20″
- 245/45R20 104H
Price Range
The Bridgestone Blizzak can be bought for as low as $89.97 from certain dealers; however, it is well advised to buy it from certified dealers.
You can also get occasional deals and better discounts by buying from online stores or in a set of four.
Warranty Offered
Bridgestone offers no tread life warranty on this variant and the warranty on uniformity is of the first 2/32” of wear.
The limited warranty for Workmanship and Materials for defects applies until:
- 5 years from the date of production
- Prorated until 2/32” for the remaining and usable tread
Blizzaks are still the gold standard of winter tires.
I have had several sets over the years and they have never let me down.
A few times i opted for less expensive snow tires and always regretted not spending the extra money for Blizzaks.
With a set of blizzaks on my cavalier, i would regularly pass 4wd trucks and jeeps every storm that were just spinning and sliding all over the place.