Comparison: GT RADIAL ClimateActive vs. Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6

The GT RADIAL ClimateActive (our rating: 83%) and the Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 (our rating: 90%) are both positioned as premium all‑round all‑season tyres. You can read the full model pages here: GT RADIAL ClimateActive and Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6. Manufacturer pages: GT Radial and Bridgestone.

Across independent tests the Turanza All Season 6 consistently ranks higher. In Autobild comparison runs the Turanza finished 2nd of 11 and 1st of 37 in a larger Autobild field, often praised for its wet circle cornering, wet and dry braking and dry handling. The GT RADIAL ClimateActive posted mid‑table results (for example 5th of 11 and 8th of 37) and is frequently noted as a strong budget performer with surprising snow braking ability but some trade‑offs in braking distances and wear.

Key points from the test summaries:

• Wet and dry braking/handling: Bridgestone is repeatedly praised for short wet and dry braking distances and confident handling — a major reason for its top placements.


• Snow performance: GT RADIAL scores well on snowy surfaces and is described as having short braking distances on snow in Autobild 2024, whereas Bridgestone shows compromises on heavy snow despite excellent all‑round balance.


• Value and longevity: ADAC noted the ClimateActive as a "price hit" without glaring weaknesses but mentioned somewhat longer dry and wet braking distances and limited tread life. Bridgestone is credited with convincing mileage in Autobild 2024, although reviewers flagged minor compromises in comfort and noise.

Strengths — Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6:

• Top overall test positions and a high 90% rating.


• Excellent wet circle cornering, wet and dry braking and dry handling — makes it a safe choice for mixed conditions.


• Good tread life compared with direct rivals in test reports.

Strengths — GT RADIAL ClimateActive:

• Very good value for money with an 83% rating and strong showings on snow braking and exterior noise in some tests.


• Reliable handling on wet and dry surfaces for its price class.

Weaknesses — Bridgestone: slightly firmer ride and higher exterior noise levels noted in some reviews; not the very best on heavy snow. Weaknesses are small compared with its test wins.

Weaknesses — GT RADIAL: longer braking distances in some wet and dry tests and indications of reduced treadwear compared with the Bridgestone; these factors keep it behind in overall rankings.

Verdict: if test wins, wet/dry braking and highest overall safety margins are your priority, the Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 is the better choice across the test programmes cited. If you want a cost‑effective all‑season tyre with strong snow braking and good value, the GT RADIAL ClimateActive is attractive, but accept compromises in absolute braking distances and likely shorter tread life. Neither model is listed as replaced by a newer version in our data.