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Firestone Winterforce 2
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The Winterforce 2 is Firestone's Studdable Winter/Snow tire designed for the owners of coupes, sedans and minivans looking for traditional wintertime traction on dry, wet and snow-covered roads.

Tread CalloutsFirestone Winterforce 2 radials feature a special cold-weather compound molded into a directional tread pattern. Deep circumferential grooves, wide lateral notches and open shoulder slots help channel slush and standing water away from the contact patch to aid hydroplaning resistance, and the high sipe density tread pattern provides thousands of biting edges for grip in snow and on ice. The tire's internal structure includes twin steel belts on top of a polyester casing to combine strength with ride quality.

Winterforce 2 radials meet the industry's severe snow service requirements and are branded with the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol.

Install Winterforce 2 tires in sets of four only.

Molded to accept optional TSMI #11 blue-colored metallic winter studs. (225/40R18, 225/55R18 and 235/50R18 are not studdable at this time.)

Related Information: What is the three-peak mountain snowflake symbol (3PMSF)?

Tire Rack Test Results Firestone Winterforce 2

Testing Studdable Winter / Snow Tires: Firestone Winterforce 2 (02:25)

The Firestone Winterforce 2 has quite the legacy to live up to. We compare it to one of the top tires in the category – and a studded tire – to see how it performs.

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Ratings Charts & Reviews Firestone Winterforce 2

Tire Category: Studdable Winter / Snow

Consumer Surveys

 
Best in Category
Miles Reported
Recommended
Treadwear
Firestone Winterforce 2
Good
97%
2.9M
8.4 - Good
8.6 - Excellent
8.7 Hydroplaning Resistance
8.6 Wet Traction
8.5 - Good
8.3 Corner Stability
8.7 Dry Traction
8.4 Steering Response
8.7 - Excellent
9.1 Light Snow Traction
8.9 Deep Snow Traction
8.2 Ice Traction
7.9 - Good
8.3 Ride Quality
7.5 Noise
8.3 - Good

Customers Say

Feedback consistently shows the Firestone Winterforce 2 excels in winter traction, with snow and deep snow performance earning frequent 9-10 scores and ice traction holding strong at 7-10. Wet traction scores 7-10 highlight reliable hydroplaning resistance, while dry traction (7-10) and steering responsiveness (7-10) meet expectations for a winter-focused tire. Comfort earns praise for smooth ride quality (7-10), though a few note higher noise levels. Treadwear scores vary (5-10), with some reporting rapid wear in harsh conditions. As a winter tire, it delivers standout cold-weather performance, though drivers seeking extended tread life may want to monitor wear patterns.

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340 customers mention "Wet Traction"

  • 313 positive
  • 27 negative

Most customers rate the Winterforce 2's wet traction as excellent, with scores of 9-10 highlighting confident grip in wet conditions. While a few note 7-8 scores, performance remains strong for winter driving needs.

February 20, 2018 (Verified Purchase)

4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

...They handle great in wet rain and slush...

These tires are amazing in snow. They handle great in wet rain and slush.
I hate driving in the snow until I got these . Will purchase again

Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet HHR LS Sport Wagon
Miles Driven on Tires: 3,000
Driving Conditions: All City
Location: CASTILE, NY
Driving Style: Average
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January 01, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

4.4 out of 5 Star Rating
4.4 out of 5

...Very good in the rain as well. Have had lots of rain to test with...

Only had them on for about a month or more. Little loud with the studs but that is to be expected. Awesome in light snow and ice. Haven't had to battle more than 4 inches yet but I'm excited to try. Very good in the rain as well. Have had lots of rain to test with. Excellent purchase so far and much cheaper than some of the other options. Would definitely buy again.

Vehicle: 2000 Buick Century
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: DELANSON, NY
Driving Style: Spirited
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332 customers mention "Winter Traction"

  • 314 positive
  • 18 negative

Customers praise the Winterforce 2's winter traction, with most snow and deep snow scores hitting 9s and 10s. Ice traction earns strong 7-10 ratings from many users, though a few note variability in extreme icy conditions. Overall, it delivers reliable winter grip, excelling in snowy environments as intended.

January 01, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

3.8 out of 5 Star Rating
3.8 out of 5

They are fantastic in the wet, slush, and icy roads!...

They are studded snow tires so low noise and dry road condition driving is not why you get these. They are fantastic in the wet, slush, and icy roads!
I must say the whole experience of buying snow tires with rims, TMPS, and Valves all pre assembled, mounted, and balanced from Tire Rack was an awesome way of dealing with getting snow tires!

Vehicle: 2019 MINI Hardtop 2 Door Cooper S
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: MENDON, MA
Driving Style: Average
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January 11, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

3.5 out of 5 Star Rating
3.5 out of 5

...I feel very secure on icy road conditions and fairly secure in snowy conditions

My fundamental complaint about the tires Is the level of noise. I feel very secure on icy road conditions and fairly secure and snowy conditions

Vehicle: 2012 MINI Countryman Cooper
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: KEZAR FALLS, ME
Driving Style: Average
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January 09, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

4.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4.5 out of 5

Traction in snow is excellent...

Traction in snow is excellent. Noise is average for a dedicated winter tire. Tracking is firm and straight. Reliable?....Yes. We have had three sets of these tires of different vehicles. No problems. These Firestone WinterForce tires are equal to my Bridgestone Blizzak tires on my other vehicle (2021 Chevrolet Equinox AWD. Great buy for a Winter tire.

Vehicle: 2022 Volkswagen Taos 4MOTION 225/50-18
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,400
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SANDY, UT
Driving Style: Average
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356 customers mention "Dry Traction"

  • 325 positive
  • 31 negative

Customers consistently rate dry traction highly, with most scoring 9s and 10s. Drivers praise the Winterforce 2's confident grip and responsive handling in dry conditions, reflecting strong performance for a winter tire. High scores highlight reliable traction even when winter-focused tires aren't primarily designed for dry surfaces.

November 29, 2017

4.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4.5 out of 5

...Good control on the dry pavement. The rubber is very sticky and lots of good siping...

I just put the Firestone Winteforce 2 tires on my 2017 Subaru crosstrek today Wednesday Nov 29th, 20217 They are very quiet on the road and don¿t make much noise. Even at 110 km per hour they were still pretty quiet. Good control on the dry pavement. The rubber is very sticky and lots of good siping. There hasn¿t been any snow here yet on the east coast of Canada but I¿m sure these tires will be great in the snow. I will post an update when the first snow comes.

Vehicle: 2017 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i
Miles Driven on Tires: 30
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: BOUDREAU-OUEST, NB
Driving Style: Average
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February 25, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

3.5 out of 5 Star Rating
3.5 out of 5

...That said, on dry roads, they have a somewhat odd ride feel-not as smooth or connected as summer or all-season tires. They also don't feel quite as sticky, which is expected for a true winter tire...

Solid Winter Performance, Quirky on Dry Roads

I purchased the Firestone Winterforce 2 tires for my 2021 Mazda MX-5 as a dedicated winter setup, and they’ve handled snow, ice, and wet conditions impressively well. The grip in winter weather is confidence-inspiring, making cold-weather driving much safer and more predictable.

That said, on dry roads, they have a somewhat odd ride feel—not as smooth or connected as summer or all-season tires. They also don’t feel quite as sticky, which is expected for a true winter tire.

Overall, if you're looking for great winter traction at a solid price, these do the job well. Just keep in mind that they may not feel as refined on dry pavement.

Vehicle: 2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
Miles Driven on Tires: 3,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: PITTSBURGH, PA
Driving Style: Average
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December 12, 2017 (Verified Purchase)

4.1 out of 5 Star Rating
4.1 out of 5

...Fairly responsive in the dry, forgiving in the snow...

Excellent snow tire until the snow starts coming over the hood! Fairly responsive in the dry, forgiving in the snow. I'm buying more for this winter.

Vehicle: 2014 Ford Focus 5-Door SE
Miles Driven on Tires: 12,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: FREDONIA, NY
Driving Style: Spirited
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363 customers mention "Ride Quality"

  • 320 positive
  • 43 negative

Most customers rate comfort highly with scores of 7-10, praising smooth ride and noise levels in winter conditions. High marks highlight excellent ride quality, ensuring confident cold-weather driving.

November 11, 2019 (Verified Purchase)

4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

...They ride well - good on center feel and not too loud for a winter tire...

I purchased the Firestone Winterforce 2 tires prior to a winter cross country trip to Colorado. I had previous experience with General AltiMAX Arctic winter tires (which I loved) on other vehicles, and I don't recall why I chose the Firestone Winterforce tires this time, but I was not disappointed. They ride well - good on center feel and not too loud for a winter tire. I was expecting the cornering to be somewhat disappointing given the "S" speed rating and corresponding lack of sidewall stiffness compared to T or H rated tires, but the Firestones held their own. There was plenty of snow in the mountains of Colorado, and I had no difficulties at all given the Winterforce tires and the AWD on the MINI Countryman.

Vehicle: 2017 MINI Countryman Cooper ALL4
Miles Driven on Tires: 6,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: CARROLLTON, VA
Driving Style: Average
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January 06, 2020 (Verified Purchase)

4.4 out of 5 Star Rating
4.4 out of 5

Very pleasantly surprised by the strength and stability of this tire. Consider it a very high performer, with slightly better than expected response time and comfort...

Very pleasantly surprised by the strength and stability of this tire. Consider it a very high performer, with slightly better than expected response time and comfort. It handles as expected or slightly better. Must have for winter/mountain terrain.

Vehicle: 2018 Ford Transit Connect Van Long Wheel Base
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: PROCIOUS, WV
Driving Style: Average
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December 23, 2017

3.9 out of 5 Star Rating
3.9 out of 5

...The only negatives are tire noise and they ride slightly mushy...

I put the Fire stone winter force snow tires on all four corners with a front drive car this is the best set up I have put 750 miles on the tires and have experienced a small amount of snow and the tires performed well in all driving situations i have come across so far The only negatives are tire noise and they ride slightly mushy I found the cost of $912 for the complete tire and wheel package a good deal I plan on having this car for at least another 3 years so the tire and wheel package makes sense I highly recommend these tires for good all around value and drive ability I will review again at the end of winter

Vehicle: 2015 Chevrolet Malibu 1LT
Miles Driven on Tires: 750
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: ROCHELLE PARK, NJ
Driving Style: Average
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255 customers mention "Treadwear"

  • 224 positive
  • 31 negative

Most customers rate the Winterforce 2 treadwear as excellent, with scores of 9-10 highlighting long-lasting winter performance. While a few lower ratings note quicker wear, the majority praise resilience through harsh winters, reinforcing reliable tread life.

August 22, 2021

4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

...Considering what these tires are designed for and the price, treadwear has exceeded my expectations. I thought they would be totally shot by 35000 miles but I was wrong. Technology has come a long ways- used to be a good winter tire was very soft and wore out quick...

This is a highly under rated tire. If you live in snow country and are looking for a tire that WILL get you to town and back and are on a budget, this is your tire. I live in the U.P. of Michigan where it really snows. Might be powder, might be slush. This tire is among the best and priced way below most. Even Law Enforcement up here uses them. There are many excellent tires out there. I had some Ice Grips on our Audi Quattro that were unbelievable. Turn off traction control, put your foot to the floor, and Yee Haw!!! But I paid alot more for them. My driving is 95% rural 2 lane, much before the plows come out. There are some reviews of excessive tire wear, I'd have to ask them serious questions, something must have been wrong. Considering what these tires are designed for and the price, treadwear has exceeded my expectations. I thought they would be totally shot by 35000 miles but I was wrong. Technology has come a long ways- used to be a good winter tire was very soft and wore out quick. If this tire is 3 out of 3, the other 2 must be amazing.

Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Tracker 4wd
Miles Driven on Tires: 4,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: STEPHENSON, MI
Driving Style: Average
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January 22, 2023 (Verified Purchase)

4.6 out of 5 Star Rating
4.6 out of 5

...Tirewear is good for the price and I will buy again. Last set lasted for many seasons...

The Tire Rack is the Best! Thank you for the Excellent service, and you always have the tires I need for the cars. For my recent purchases I had them delivered instead of picking up at the TireRack Distribution Center in Denver and Wow! The delivery was really fast and only took a few days. Thanks for that superfast delivery! I purchased a set of Firestone Winterforce2 winter tires for the old '90BMW 525i. The Winterforce has worked well for that car for getting around in the snow of Colorado and previously Minnesota for many winters. Tirewear is good for the price and I will buy again. Last set lasted for many seasons. Thanks again!

Vehicle: 1990 BMW 525i
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,500
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: LOVELAND, CO
Driving Style: Average
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November 22, 2022 (Verified Purchase)

4.6 out of 5 Star Rating
4.6 out of 5

...Put them on before last winter and didn't take them off all summer long plus, a long drive vacation, NO wear

Best tire I have ever ran. Put them on before last winter and didn't take them off all summer long plus, a long drive vacation, NO wear

Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Corolla S
Miles Driven on Tires: 25,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway
Location: OROFINO, ID
Driving Style: Spirited
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Experience the Firestone Winterforce 2 (00:59)

The Firestone Winterforce 2 is a Studdable Winter tire for the drivers of coupes, sedans, and minivans. Providing classic winter traction across dry, wet, and snow-covered roads throughout the winter, the Firestone Winterforce 2 is a nicely composed option.

Testing Studdable Winter / Snow Tires: Firestone Winterforce 2 (02:25)

The Firestone Winterforce 2 has quite the legacy to live up to. We compare it to one of the top tires in the category – and a studded tire – to see how it performs.

Read the Full Test Report

A Closer Look: Firestone Winterforce 2 (00:42)

Firestone's Studdable Winter / Snow tire is designed for the owners of coupes, sedans and minivans. Drivers looking for traditional wintertime traction on dry, wet and snow-covered roads should take a closer look at the Firestone Winterforce 2.

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