Ford Mustang V6 and Mustang GT 1994-2014: Winter Tire Reviews

This article applies to the Ford Mustang V6 and Mustang GT (1996-2014).

You may be wondering whether it's necessary for you to mount a set of winter tires on your Ford Mustang. If you drive your car in snow and ice conditions, then the answer is a resounding yes. The reason why is simple: All terrain-tires are not designed for harsh winter conditions; they simply cannot (and do not) hold up against snow and ice. Therefore, it's imperative to mount a good set of winter tires if snow and ice are common where you live, such as during winter months. Here are our top picks for today's best winter tires!

Winter Tires

Bridgestone Blizzak

Price: $180

Size: Various

Performance: Good/Excellent

Lifespan: Approx. 6,000 miles

Warranty: Limited/One year

Asking any Ford Mustang owner, you’ll hear glowing reviews for Bridgestone Blizzak tires. Ranked highly for delivering incredible traction, even in extremely poor conditions, Blizzak is the go-to brand for most Mustang drivers. Heavy snow and wet conditions could give these tires a run for their money, but excellent treadwear saves these tires from suffering too much in deeper snow conditions. Blizzak's are a trusted brand, and every set of tires come with a limited, one year warranty. Recommended for Ford Mustang owners who value performance in a well-reviewed set of studded winter tires.

Mickey Thompson Sportsman vs. Baja Belted Tires

Price – $200 (Sportsman) - $700 (Baja)

Size – Various

Performance – Excellent (Baja) / N/A (Sportsman)

Lifespan – Up to 50,000 miles (Baja)

Warranty – Standard/limited (valid within first 2/32nds of tire's tread life)

There's no doubt Mickey Thompson Sportsman tires are an excellent choice. However, for winter travel, you'll want to stick to Mickey Thompson Baja Belted Tires, which are rated for snow, ice, dirt, gravel, mud and sand. This off-road tire is recommended for Ford Mustang owners who will be going up against seriously tough terrain and want a monster of a tire.

Dunlop SP Winterforce

Price – $300

Size – Various

Performance – Good/Excellent

Lifespan – Approx. 2,000 miles

Warranty – Limited

Dunlop SP Winterforce tires are said to edge out the competition in a number of key areas, including cornering, steering (e.g., increased comfort and control), noise control (e.g., some winter tires can sound extremely noisy when they are driven over dry road) and treadwear. Overall, you can expect a solid set of winter tires that provide good traction and a competitive price point; although not the lowest price of the four reviewed winter tires here. Recommended for Mustang owners who value dependable handling in light or deep snow conditions.

Firestone Winter

Price – $140

Size – Various

Performance – Average

Lifespan – Generally one season

Warranty – 30 days

Firestone Winter tires are designed to grip snow and ice for a comfortable ride; however, it's worth getting them studded. Otherwise, they're generally not considered to be the best brand of winter tires on the market today. However, Firestone tires do deliver on performance and price. You might want to consider mounting a pair of Firestone Winter tires on the rear of your car and Blizzak's on the front. Recommended for Ford Mustang owners who value affordability, while still getting a solid pair of studded winter tires for a long winter season.

Related Discussions

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