Comparison: Bridgestone Blizzak 6 vs. Nexen WinGuard Sport 2 WU7 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Bridgestone) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Nexen). Generally, Bridgestone winter tyres are slightly better rated (90%) than Nexen (47%). In this particular case, the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 has a better rating of 92% compared to 44% of the Nexen WinGuard Sport 2 WU7. The first tyre test of Bridgestone Blizzak 6 was done in 2024, compared to 2017 when was the Nexen WinGuard Sport 2 WU7 first tested. We also know where Blizzak 6 is made - Italy/Hungary/Poland.