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Bridgestone Turanza GR90 vs Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard — 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.

Tire A Bridgestone

Bridgestone Turanza GR90

All Season Touring tires

Bridgestone Turanza GR90 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
21 owner reviews
Dry
81
Wet
86
Comfort
92
Treadwear
74
Handling
81

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

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VerdictToo close to call: Bridgestone Turanza GR90 and Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Turanza GR90 is stronger on comfort. Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard is stronger on handling and dry.
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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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Turanza T005 Driveguard leads by 3
A — Bridgestone Turanza GR90
81
B — Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard
84
Why this score
SourceTuranza GR90Turanza T005 Driveguard
Tyre Reviews owners 81 83

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100)
A — Bridgestone Turanza GR90
86
B — Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard
86
Why this score
SourceTuranza GR90Turanza T005 Driveguard
Tyre Reviews owners 86 87

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Turanza GR90 leads by 9
A — Bridgestone Turanza GR90
92
B — Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard
83
Why this score
SourceTuranza GR90Turanza T005 Driveguard
Tyre Reviews owners 92 83

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Turanza GR90 leads by 1
A — Bridgestone Turanza GR90
74
B — Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard
73
Why this score
SourceTuranza GR90Turanza T005 Driveguard
Tyre Reviews owners 74 75

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Turanza T005 Driveguard leads by 9
A — Bridgestone Turanza GR90
81
B — Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard
90
Why this score
SourceTuranza GR90Turanza T005 Driveguard
Tyre Reviews owners 81 90

Scores at a glance

Bridgestone Turanza GR90 vs Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryBridgestone Turanza GR90Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard
Relative Score 82 82
Dry 81 84
Wet 86 86
Comfort 92 83
Treadwear 74 73
Handling 81 90

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Tire A

Tire B

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Bridgestone Turanza GR90

The Bridgestone Turanza GR90 is widely regarded as a premium comfort-oriented tire that excels in noise reduction and ride quality. While users consistently praise its quiet operation and stable handling in both dry and wet conditions, long-term satisfaction is occasionally tempered by reports of accelerated tread wear and increased noise levels as the tire ages.

Pros

  • Exceptional cabin quietness and low road noise
  • Strong dry and wet handling performance
  • High levels of ride comfort
  • Good value for money in extreme climate conditions

Cons

  • Increased noise levels as the tread wears down
  • Inconsistent tread life longevity across different vehicle types
  • Stiff sidewalls may reduce comfort on certain compact vehicles

Observations

  • Users report the tire is well-suited for mid-size sedans like the VW Passat and Mercedes E-Class, where comfort is prioritized.
  • Owners of lighter, compact vehicles noted that the stiff sidewalls can impact overall ride comfort compared to heavier sedans.
  • High-performance driving or aggressive use on rear-wheel-drive vehicles can lead to rapid tread depletion.
Tire B Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard

The Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard is generally regarded as a high-performing touring tire that excels in comfort and responsiveness, though user experiences regarding longevity and wet-weather traction are polarized. While many drivers appreciate the added security of the Driveguard run-flat technology, some report premature tread wear and inconsistent grip levels under aggressive acceleration.

Pros

  • Excellent ride comfort and low road noise levels
  • Effective Driveguard run-flat technology provides peace of mind
  • Improved handling responsiveness and braking performance compared to budget alternatives
  • Strong durability for many users, with some reporting over 50,000 miles of use

Cons

  • Inconsistent wet-weather grip under heavy acceleration
  • Reports of premature tread wear in certain driving conditions
  • Sidewall stiffness can be perceived as a negative for some, though it aids in stability

Observations

  • Users with BMW E90 platforms reported superior performance and longevity compared to OEM Pirelli fitments.
  • The Driveguard technology is specifically noted for reducing sidewall deformation on higher-profile tires (e.g., 60-series).
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Bridgestone Turanza GR90 B · Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard
CategoryAll Season Touring tiresSummer Premium Touring tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Bridgestone

Bridgestone

Too close to call: Bridgestone Turanza GR90 and Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Turanza GR90 is stronger on comfort. Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard is stronger on handling and dry.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Bridgestone Turanza GR90 scores 92 vs 83 on comfort.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard scores 90 vs 81 on handling.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard scores 84 vs 81 on dry.

Tire A · Bridgestone Turanza GR90
Tire B · Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard

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.