Bridgestone Turanza Serenity+ review
The Bridgestone Turanza Serenity+ is widely regarded as a long-lasting, comfort-oriented touring tire that excels in reducing road noise and providing a smooth ride for daily commuters. While it receives high marks for longevity and cabin quietness, user consensus is mixed regarding wet-weather performance and steering feedback, with some drivers reporting significant understeer and hydroplaning concerns in adverse conditions.
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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.
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The Bridgestone Turanza Serenity+ is widely regarded as a long-lasting, comfort-oriented touring tire that excels in reducing road noise and providing a smooth ride for daily commuters. While it receives high marks for longevity and cabin quietness, user consensus is mixed regarding wet-weather performance and steering feedback, with some drivers reporting significant understeer and hydroplaning concerns in adverse conditions.
Pros
- Exceptional tread longevity and wear resistance
- Significant reduction in road noise and cabin vibration
- High level of ride comfort for daily driving
- Reliable dry-weather handling for non-sporting applications
Cons
- Mediocre wet-weather grip and hydroplaning resistance
- Lack of steering feel and sluggish response
- Tendency toward understeer during spirited cornering
- Increased rolling resistance compared to eco-focused tires
Worth knowing
- Users with smaller, economy-focused vehicles (e.g., Honda Jazz, HRV) report high satisfaction with noise reduction and comfort.
- Drivers of performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., MINI JCW, XR6 Turbo) note that while the tire is comfortable, it lacks the sharp handling characteristics required for spirited driving.
- Higher profile tires appear to contribute more effectively to the perceived comfort levels compared to lower profile variants.