74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
75/100
20 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Potenza RE720 vs Bridgestone Turanza ER300 — 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
76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
75/100
195 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Turanza ER300 — better treadwear. Pick the Bridgestone Potenza RE720 if handling matters most to you.
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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)
Potenza RE720 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE720 | Turanza ER300 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 83 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Potenza RE720 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE720 | Turanza ER300 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 76 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Turanza ER300 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE720 | Turanza ER300 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 71 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Turanza ER300 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE720 | Turanza ER300 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 78 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Potenza RE720 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE720 | Turanza ER300 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 73 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Potenza RE720 | Bridgestone Turanza ER300 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 76 |
| Dry | 84 | 83 |
| Wet | 77 | 76 |
| Comfort | 70 | 71 |
| Treadwear | 64 | 78 |
| Handling | 77 | 73 |
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74
/ 100
Tire A
76
/ 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 RE720 is a polarizing performance tire characterized by its exceptional dry grip, stiff sidewalls, and precise handling. While enthusiasts praise its track-ready responsiveness and cornering stability, many users report significant drawbacks regarding rapid tread wear, high price points, and a lack of ride comfort.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and cornering stability
- High steering responsiveness due to stiff sidewalls
- Predictable and progressive handling characteristics
- Strong performance in competitive or spirited driving scenarios
Cons
- Rapid tread wear and short overall lifespan
- Harsh ride quality and lack of comfort
- High price-to-value ratio compared to competitors
- Inconsistent wet weather performance reported by some users
Observations
- Users noted that the stiff sidewalls provide excellent feedback on smaller, agile vehicles like the Fiat Tipo, though at the expense of ride comfort.
- Competitive road rally usage resulted in extremely fast wear, with front tires lasting approximately 5,000 miles under heavy load.
The Bridgestone Turanza ER300 is widely regarded as a reliable, long-lasting touring tire that excels in dry conditions and provides predictable handling for daily commuting. While many users praise its longevity and consistent performance, a significant portion of the user base reports issues with increased road noise, a firm ride, and a noticeable decline in wet-weather grip as the tread wears down.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability, with many users reporting high mileage.
- Strong, predictable dry-weather handling and stability.
- Good value for money as a premium touring option.
- Consistent performance across a wide variety of vehicle types.
Cons
- Significant road noise, particularly on older or rougher asphalt surfaces.
- Noticeable deterioration in wet-weather traction and braking as the tire ages.
- Firm, sometimes harsh ride quality that lacks comfort on uneven roads.
- Poor performance in snow and near-freezing temperatures.
Observations
- Users with heavier vehicles or high-torque diesel engines reported faster-than-expected front tire wear.
- Drivers using lower-profile sizes (e.g., 45-series) frequently noted a harsher, less comfortable ride quality.
- Some owners of compact cars noted that the tire's stiff sidewall contributed to a 'nervous' or 'twitchy' handling feel on certain road surfaces.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Potenza RE720 | B · Bridgestone Turanza ER300 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
74
/ 100
Bridgestone
76
/ 100
Bridgestone
Winner: Bridgestone Turanza ER300 — better treadwear. Pick the Bridgestone Potenza RE720 if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Turanza ER300 scores 78 vs 64 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Potenza RE720 scores 77 vs 73 on handling.
Tire A · Bridgestone Potenza RE720
Tire B · Bridgestone Turanza ER300
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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.