Firestone WeatherGrip 235/50R18

Firestone WeatherGrip 235/50R18 97V Grand Touring All-Season Tire 009165

🌀️ All SeasonπŸ’° $207.99πŸ“ 235/50R18πŸš— Passenger Car

πŸ’‘ Is the Firestone WeatherGrip 235/50R18 a Good Tire?

Yes β€” the Firestone 235/50R18 is a Good-rated all-season grand touring tire (362 surveys) suited for crossovers and mid-size SUVs. Balanced comfort and handling for daily driving, though wet performance lags behind premium competitors. Currently priced from $207.99, it is available through major online tire retailers.

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About This Tire

The Firestone WeatherGrip 235/50R18 is an all-season tire designed for drivers of coupes, family sedans, and crossovers who prioritize year-round traction and daily comfort in diverse weather conditions. Its tread design and compound focus on enhanced wet grip and light snow performance while maintaining strong dry road capabilities.

The WeatherGrip features a directional tread pattern with an all-season compound that meets severe snow service requirements, earning the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol. Firestone's Hydro-Grip Technology Package includes a rounded footprint for water penetration, full-depth grooves, and open shoulder slots to resist hydroplaning, while chamfered shoulder blocks increase road contact. Driver feedback points to excellent wet and dry performance, with good comfort levels and solid treadwear characteristics in everyday driving.

Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability while adding genuine winter weather capability. Overall, it's a solid choice for sedans and crossovers used primarily for daily driving in regions that experience all four seasons but don't require dedicated winter tires.

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TirePriceRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Firestone WeatherGrip 235/50R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$207.99⭐ Good (362 reviews)Daily commuting in variable weather conditions🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Highway all-season
$140.15⭐ Good (105 reviews)Crossover and SUV daily commuting🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
$150.27⭐ Good (393 reviews)Daily highway commuting and city driving🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$163⭐ Good (68 reviews)Daily highway commuting in premium sedans🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$174⭐ Excellent (275 reviews)Daily highway commuting in mixed weather🌀️ All Season
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Firestone WeatherGrip 235/50R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$207.99
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (362 reviews)
Best For
Daily commuting in variable weather conditions
Season
🌀️ All Season
Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400 RFT 235/50R18
πŸ›£οΈ Highway all-season
Price
$140.15
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (105 reviews)
Best For
Crossover and SUV daily commuting
Season
🌀️ All Season
Goodyear Assurance MaxLife 235/50R18
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
Price
$150.27
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (393 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting and city driving
Season
🌀️ All Season
Falken ZIEX ZE960 A/S 235/50R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$163
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (68 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting in premium sedans
Season
🌀️ All Season
Falken Sincera SN250 A/S 235/50R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$174
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Excellent (275 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting in mixed weather
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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3PMSF Certified
Meets severe snow service requirements with the three-peak mountain snowflake symbol for enhanced winter traction.
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Hydro-Grip Technology
Rounded footprint and full-depth grooves help pierce standing water and resist hydroplaning.
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Directional Pattern
Traction-focused directional tread design optimizes grip and water evacuation in multiple directions.
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Chamfered Shoulders
Shoulder block design provides additional road contact for improved handling and stability.
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All-Weather Compound
Specialized tread compound maintains flexibility across temperature ranges for year-round performance.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Daily commuting in variable weather conditionsβœ“ Family sedans and crossovers needing year-round capabilityβœ“ Drivers in four-season climates with occasional snowβœ“ Highway and city driving with wet weather confidence
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Specifications

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Size
235/50R18
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Load Index
97
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Speed Rating
V
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TirePath Editorial Review

4.1
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"Designed with reliable all-season traction, this tire excels for daily drivers needing consistent performance in mixed weather conditions. Tread life may not match some premium competitors in this category."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026
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TireRack Ratings

Overall Rating⭐ Good
Survey Ratings362 reviews
CategoryGrand Touring All-Season

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