Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS review
The Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS is widely regarded as a high-performance all-season tire that excels in steering feedback, dry grip, and wet-weather confidence. While many users praise its sporty handling characteristics and value compared to premium OE alternatives, some report trade-offs in ride comfort, cabin noise, and a noticeable decrease in fuel economy.
Owners rate it 10.5 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
By owner reviews
82.7%By road tests
72.2%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 99 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS is widely regarded as a high-performance all-season tire that excels in steering feedback, dry grip, and wet-weather confidence. While many users praise its sporty handling characteristics and value compared to premium OE alternatives, some report trade-offs in ride comfort, cabin noise, and a noticeable decrease in fuel economy.
Pros
- Exceptional steering response and tactile feedback
- Strong dry and wet traction for an all-season compound
- Competitive pricing compared to premium OEM-spec tires
- Predictable handling and stability during spirited driving
Cons
- Increased road noise and harshness over road imperfections
- Noticeable reduction in fuel economy for many users
- Reports of flat-spotting after sitting in cold temperatures
- Mixed feedback regarding tread longevity
Worth knowing
- Owners of compact sports cars like the GR86 and Scion FR-S frequently highlight the tire's superior steering feel and responsiveness.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles or those transitioning from grand-touring tires often report a firmer, more 'connected' ride that some find harsh on rough pavement.
- Users noted that the tire's performance remains consistent across various platforms, though fuel efficiency drops are more commonly cited by sedan and hatchback owners.
2 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season tire Test · 225/45 R18
8th of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
Tire Rack Ultra High Performance All-Season tire Test · 235/40R19
4th of 4
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 4 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 4 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 4 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 4 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 4th of 4 | |
| Subj. Noise | 3rd of 4 | |
| Subj. Road Score | 3rd of 4 | |
| Dry Circle | 4th of 4 |
Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 10/32″ |
| UTQG | 500 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 psi |
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