215/65 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. 215/65 R17 is 40mm wider than the narrowest dimension (175) and 60mm narrower than the widest one (275). This tyre profile of 65 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 65% of the tyre width (215mm), which results in 139.75mm sidewall height. In 215/65 R17, there is only one possible speed index for Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO - "V", which is good for speeds up to 240 km/h. In 215/65 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. Latest test in 215/65 R17 was held by Autobild in 2021, where Weather Control A005 EVO received rating "Satisfactory" and finished on the 5. place. It was tested on a VW Tiguan.
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 (215/65 R17)
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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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 | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1- | ||||
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO | 2+ | 2- | 2+ | ||||
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215/65 R17 - Best allround tyres (according to tests)
| # | Name | Our rating | Tested in this dimension | Tested in same width dimension | Segment | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Continental AllSeasonContact! Newer model available: Continental AllSeasonContact 2 | Premium | £129 0 + 3 | |||
| 2. | Michelin CrossClimate 2 | Premium | £133 103 V | |||
| 3. | Michelin CrossClimate! Newer model available: Michelin CrossClimate 2 | Premium | ||||
| 4. | Michelin CrossClimate+ | Premium | ||||
| 5. | Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO | Premium | £156 103 V | |||
| 6. | Falken EuroALL Season AS210 | Upper-middle | £96 103 V | |||
| 7. | Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2! Newer model available: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 | Premium | £146 103 V | |||
| 8. | Falken EUROALL SEASON AS200 | Upper-middle | ||||
| 9. | GoodYear Vector 4Seasons SUV Gen-2 | Premium | ||||
| 10. | Kumho HA32 Solus 4S | Upper-middle | £100 103 V | |||
| 11. | Nokian Weatherproof SUV | Upper-middle | ||||
| 12. | Nokian Seasonproof SUV | Upper-middle | ||||
| 13. | Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 | Upper-middle | £121 99 V | |||
| 14. | Cooper Discoverer All Season | Upper-middle | £92 0 V + 1 | |||
| 15. | Imperial All Season Driver | Lowcost |
