77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
77/100
4 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Potenza RE01R vs Firestone Destination M/T2 — 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
89
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
37 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Firestone Destination M/T2 — better comfort, wet and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
7 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)
Destination M/T2 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE01R | Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 96 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Destination M/T2 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE01R | Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 92 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE01R | Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 89 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Destination M/T2 leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE01R | Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 91 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE01R | Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 78 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Destination M/T2 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE01R | Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE01R | Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Potenza RE01R | Firestone Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 89 |
| Dry | 90 | 96 |
| Wet | 83 | 93 |
| Snow | – | 92 |
| Comfort | 60 | 90 |
| Noise | – | 77 |
| Treadwear | 73 | 80 |
| Handling | 80 | – |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
89
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Potenza RE01R is highly regarded as a high-performance tire that bridges the gap between street and track use. Users consistently praise its exceptional grip levels, predictable handling, and robust sidewall construction, making it a favorite for spirited driving and track-day enthusiasts.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and handling characteristics
- Predictable and communicative breakaway behavior
- High durability and heat resistance during track sessions
- Stiff sidewall construction providing precise steering feedback
Cons
- High price point compared to competitors
- Limited market availability and difficulty in sourcing
- Performance may be surpassed by dedicated R-compound tires for pure track use
Observations
- Users noted that the tire provides almost excessive grip for lower-horsepower, lightweight platforms like the Honda Integra.
- Performance remains consistent and durable even when subjected to heavy track-day usage on high-performance vehicles like the BMW M3.
The Firestone Destination M/T2 is widely regarded as a high-performing mud-terrain tire that balances aggressive off-road capability with surprising on-road civility. While most users praise its traction in mud, sand, and snow, consistent maintenance—specifically regular rotation—is frequently cited as the key to avoiding premature wear and noise issues.
Pros
- Exceptional off-road traction in mud, sand, and deep snow
- Surprisingly low road noise levels for a mud-terrain tire
- Strong durability and tread life when maintained with regular rotations
- Good on-road handling and stability, even on heavy-duty trucks
- Excellent value proposition compared to premium-priced competitors
Cons
- Susceptibility to cupping and increased noise if rotation intervals are neglected
- Potential for rapid tread wear on heavy-duty vehicles if not properly managed
- Initial 'break-in' period required for optimal grip on slick surfaces like road paint
- Occasional reports of balancing issues or vibration at high interstate speeds
Observations
- Heavy-duty truck owners (F-250/350, Ram 2500) report excellent performance under load, though they emphasize the necessity of strict 5,000-mile rotation schedules to prevent uneven wear.
- Jeep owners note that the tire balances well and provides a ride quality that is often superior to stock tires, despite the aggressive tread pattern.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Potenza RE01R | B · Firestone Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | All Terrain and Off Road All Season tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | — | 18 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | — | 19/32″ |
| Sidewall | — | Outlined White Lettering |
| Max pressure | — | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Bridgestone
89
/ 100
Firestone
Winner: Firestone Destination M/T2 — better comfort, wet and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Firestone Destination M/T2 scores 90 vs 60 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Firestone Destination M/T2 scores 93 vs 83 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Firestone Destination M/T2 scores 80 vs 73 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Firestone Destination M/T2 scores 96 vs 90 on dry.
Tire A · Bridgestone Potenza RE01R
Tire B · Firestone Destination M/T2
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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.