215/45 R17 Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO variants
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO is a allround tyre made in total of 89 sizes, ranging from R15 to R15 - this particular dimension is R17, which means it fits to a 17 inch/431.8mm diameter wheel. 215/45 R17 is 40mm wider than the narrowest dimension (175) and 60mm narrower than the widest one (275). This tyre profile of 45 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 45% of the tyre width (215mm), which results in 96.75mm sidewall height. In 215/45 R17, there is only one possible speed index for Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO - "W", which is good for speeds up to 270 km/h. In 215/45 R17, Weather Control A005 EVO usually competes against CrossClimate+, which is a tyre from Michelin with a rating of 75%, compared to 71% of the Bridgestone in question.
Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO is made in 89 sizes, starting from 175/65 R15 up to 275/45 R21.
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Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO in tyre tests
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (215/45 R17)
satisfactory
Ranked #5 of 10
The Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO secured a position of 5th out of 20 competitors, earning a final rating of "Satisfactory." Throughout testing, this tyre distinguished itself with strong traction and short braking distances on snow, exhibiting precise steering and dynamic driving qualities when wet, alongside robust safety margins against aquaplaning. However, it was noted for its longer braking distances on dry surfaces. Among its standout performances, the tyre shone in disciplines like wet circle cornering, marking it as a competent choice for drivers seeking a reliable all-season tire.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1- | ||||
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO | 2+ | 2- | 2+ | ||||
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exemplary
Ranked #3 of 11
Securing a commendable third place out of 11 contestants, the Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO has made a notable impression by achieving a final rating of 'Exemplary.' This tire stood out as a balanced all-rounder, showcasing superior driving performance both on wet and dry surfaces, along with commendable winter capabilities. It was praised for its dynamic handling in both wet and dry conditions and its short braking distances on wet surfaces, all while offering the advantage of fuel-saving rolling resistance. Moreover, the Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO excelled particularly in dry braking and dry handling disciplines, which further solidified its position as a top performer in the test.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO | 1- | 2+ | 2 | ||||
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215/45 R17 - Best allround tyres (according to tests)
| # | Name | Our rating | Tested in this dimension | Tested in same width dimension | Segment | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Michelin CrossClimate 2 | Premium | £126 91 Y | |||
| 2. | Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 | Upper-middle | £93 91 Y | |||
| 3. | Michelin CrossClimate! Newer model available: Michelin CrossClimate 2 | Premium | ||||
| 4. | GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2! Newer model available: GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 | Premium | ||||
| 5. | Michelin CrossClimate+ | Premium | ||||
| 6. | Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO | Premium | £127 91 W | |||
| 7. | Nokian Seasonproof! Newer model available: Nokian Seasonproof 1 | Upper-middle | ||||
| 8. | Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2! Newer model available: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 | Premium | ||||
| 9. | Kumho HA32 Solus 4S | Upper-middle | £149 91 V | |||
| 10. | BFGoodrich G-Grip All Season 2 | Upper-middle | £205 91 W | |||
| 11. | Bridgestone Weather Control A005 | Premium | ||||
| 12. | Pirelli Cinturato All Season Plus | Premium | ||||
| 13. | Kleber Quadraxer 2! Newer model available: Kleber Quadraxer 3 | Upper-middle | £149 91 W | |||
| 14. | Uniroyal AllSeasonExpert 2 | Upper-middle | £95 91 W |
