Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO vs Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320: 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 Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320 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 Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320 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 Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320 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 Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO | Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320 | 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 Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO wins this category with an average rank of 5.0, compared to no data for the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320.
☀️ Dry: Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO vs Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO wins this category with an average rank of 7.5, compared to no data for the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320.
❄️ Snow: Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO vs Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO wins this category with an average rank of 2.0, compared to no data for the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO vs Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO wins this category with an average rank of 5.0, compared to no data for the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320.
🔋 Efficiency: Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO vs Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO wins this category with an average rank of 5.0, compared to no data for the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO or Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO ranks higher on average than the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO averages a better dry-braking rank than the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320 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 Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO appears in 1 independent tests, Hankook WiNter i*cept evo2/W320 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 →
