Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO vs Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO and Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow appear in 1 tests, though they have not yet met head-to-head in the same test. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, snow, noise / comfort, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 89/100, based on 1 test.
How the Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO and Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise snow
- You prefer the Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO | Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Winter | Winter |
| Type | Winter | Winter |
| Tests used | 1 | 0 |
| Best rank | #1 | — |
| Avg rank | 5.1 | — |
| Latest test | 2018 | — |
| Tire Lab Score | 89.2 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO | Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 5.0 1 | No data | Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 7.5 | No data | Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO |
| ❄️Snow | Avg rank 2.0 2 | No data | Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 5.0 1 | No data | Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 5.0 | No data | Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO |
💧 Wet: Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO vs Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO wins this category with an average rank of 5.0, compared to no data for the Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow.
☀️ Dry: Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO vs Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO wins this category with an average rank of 7.5, compared to no data for the Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow.
❄️ Snow: Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO vs Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO wins this category with an average rank of 2.0, compared to no data for the Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO vs Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO wins this category with an average rank of 5.0, compared to no data for the Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow.
🔋 Efficiency: Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO vs Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO wins this category with an average rank of 5.0, compared to no data for the Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO or Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO ranks higher on average than the Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO averages a better dry-braking rank than the Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO ranks better than the Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO appears in 1 independent tests, Continental CROSSCONTACT RX-Snow in 0.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
