Bridgestone Blizzak LM-500 155/70R19

Bridgestone Blizzak LM-500 155/70R19 XL 88Q Performance Winter / Snow Tire 009902

❄️ WinterπŸ’° $200.15πŸ“ 155/70R19πŸš— Passenger Car

πŸ’‘ Is the Bridgestone Blizzak LM-500 155/70R19 a Good Tire?

The Bridgestone 155/70R19 is a winter tire designed for subcompact cars and small hatchbacks. Delivers dedicated snow traction for cold-weather driving, though the narrow 155mm width limits grip potential compared to wider winter options. Currently priced from $200.15, it is available through major online tire retailers.

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About This Tire

The Bridgestone Blizzak LM-500 155/70R19 costs $200.15 per tire and has received 39 survey ratings from TireRack customers, though specific performance ratings are not yet available. This specialized performance winter tire was originally developed for BMW i3 and i8 electric vehicles and features Bridgestone's award-winning ologic technology, which won "Tire Technology of the Year" in the Tire Technology International Awards for Innovation and Excellence in 2014.

The LM-500 combines a large 27.6-inch diameter with a narrow 4.9-inch tread width to significantly reduce rolling resistance and improve vehicle aerodynamics, helping extend electric vehicle range. The tire's directional tread pattern features unique polymer technology for enhanced cold weather traction, while stepped independent tread blocks with Lamellen edge effect sipes provide additional biting edges for improved grip on snow and ice-covered surfaces.

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Key Features

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Ologic Technology
Award-winning large diameter (27.6") with narrow tread design reduces rolling resistance by up to 20% for extended electric vehicle range.
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Winter Compound
Unique polymer technology in the tread compound enhances traction and grip in cold temperatures, wet conditions, and snow.
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BMW Engineered
Originally developed as original equipment for BMW i3 and i8 electric vehicles with specialized 155/70R19 sizing.
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Lamellen Sipes
Stepped independent tread blocks with edge effect sipes increase biting edges for enhanced grip on ice and snow surfaces.
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Directional Design
Long contact patch relative to narrow width combines hydroplaning resistance with confident braking traction in winter conditions.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ BMW i3 and i8 electric vehicle owners seeking OEM replacementβœ“ Winter driving in cold, wet, and snowy conditionsβœ“ Electric vehicle drivers prioritizing maximum range efficiencyβœ“ Performance-oriented winter driving with sporty handling needs
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Specifications

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Size
155/70R19
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Load Index
88
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Speed Rating
Q
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TirePath Editorial Review

3.5
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"Built for BMW i3/i8 owners who need winter traction while maximizing electric vehicle range efficiency. The narrow 155mm width limits grip compared to wider performance winter options."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026
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TireRack Ratings

Survey Ratings39 reviews
CategoryPerformance Winter / Snow

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Bridgestone Blizzak LM-500 155/70R19 XL 88Q Performance Winter / Snow Tire 009902
Size155/70R19
Season❄️ Winter
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