65
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
65/100
47 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Potenza RE040 vs Yokohama A022 — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
90
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
1 owner review
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama A022 — better treadwear, comfort and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
5 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
A022 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE040 | A022 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
A022 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE040 | A022 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 58 | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
A022 leads by 33
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE040 | A022 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 57 | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
A022 leads by 35
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE040 | A022 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 100 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
A022 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE040 | A022 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 90 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Potenza RE040 | Yokohama A022 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 65 | 90 |
| Dry | 79 | 90 |
| Wet | 58 | 80 |
| Comfort | 57 | 90 |
| Treadwear | 65 | 100 |
| Handling | 70 | 90 |
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65
/ 100
Tire A
90
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Potenza RE040 is a polarizing, performance-oriented tire that excels in dry, warm conditions but struggles significantly with road noise and wet-weather confidence. While many drivers appreciate the stiff sidewalls for their precise steering feedback and progressive handling, the consensus is that the tire is outdated, with modern alternatives offering superior comfort and all-weather capability.
Pros
- Excellent dry weather grip and handling
- High level of steering feedback and directness
- Progressive and predictable breakaway characteristics
- Stiff sidewalls provide a sporty, responsive feel
Cons
- Excessive and intrusive road noise
- Poor performance and lack of confidence in wet or cold conditions
- Harsh ride quality due to stiff construction
- Inconsistent tread life depending on vehicle and driving style
Observations
- Owners of performance-oriented vehicles like the Nissan 350z and Mazda RX-8 often praise the tire's dry-weather feedback but note its limitations on track or in the rain.
- Drivers of front-wheel-drive hatchbacks (e.g., Honda Civic Type R) frequently report significant understeer and rapid front-tire wear.
- Users with quieter, luxury-oriented vehicles (e.g., Audi A8, Mazda 6) report that the tire's high noise levels significantly detract from the overall driving experience.
The Yokohama A022 is highly regarded by owners for its exceptional grip and handling characteristics, particularly in spirited driving scenarios. Users report impressive longevity and surprising versatility, noting reliable performance even in adverse weather conditions like snow and ice.
Pros
- Exceptional cornering grip and traction under acceleration
- Impressive tread life, with reports of over 34,000 miles
- Surprising capability and reassurance in winter conditions
- High level of driver confidence and feedback
Cons
- Discontinued production status makes finding replacements difficult
- Limited availability in the current market
Observations
- Highly praised for its performance synergy with the Toyota MR2 platform
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Potenza RE040 | B · Yokohama A022 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
65
/ 100
Bridgestone
90
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama A022 — better treadwear, comfort and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama A022 scores 100 vs 65 on treadwear.
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You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama A022 scores 90 vs 57 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama A022 scores 80 vs 58 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama A022 scores 90 vs 70 on handling.
Tire A · Bridgestone Potenza RE040
Tire B · Yokohama A022
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.