In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Bridgestone) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Bridgestone winter tyres are slightly better rated (87%) than Barum (73%). In this particular case, the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 has a better rating of 91% compared to 83% of the Barum Polaris 6. The first tyre test of Bridgestone Blizzak 6 was done in 2024, compared to 2025 when was the Barum Polaris 6 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the Blizzak 6 and the Polaris 6 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Bridgestone Blizzak 6 has B wet grip rating, whereas 87% of Barum Polaris 6 has C rating. We also know where Blizzak 6 is made - Italy/Hungary/Poland.
These tyres were tested together in 1 test(s) with detailed performance data. This page shows you a comprehensive comparison based on actual head-to-head test results instead of general rankings.
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Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results
| Organization | Season | Year | Dimension | Action |
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Autobild
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Winter
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2025 | 225/40 R18 | View |
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
Barum Polaris 6
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
Barum Polaris 6
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
Barum Polaris 6
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
Barum Polaris 6
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
Barum Polaris 6
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
Barum Polaris 6
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
Barum Polaris 6
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