80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
69/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
85/100
556 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS vs Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season — Compared (September 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%)
90/100
2,402 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season — better comfort, handling and snow. Pick the Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS if noise matters most to you.
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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)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE980AS | Eagle Sport All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 90 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 88 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | 95 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE980AS | Eagle Sport All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 92 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 83 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | 87 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE980AS | Eagle Sport All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 55 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 68 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 40 | 59 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 76 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 43
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE980AS | Eagle Sport All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 23 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 56 | 69 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | 90 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Potenza RE980AS leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE980AS | Eagle Sport All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | 89 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE980AS | Eagle Sport All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 76 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 26
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE980AS | Eagle Sport All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 76 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS | Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | 89 |
| Dry | 91 | 95 |
| Wet | 91 | 92 |
| Snow | 63 | 68 |
| Comfort | 49 | 92 |
| Noise | 100 | 92 |
| Treadwear | 86 | 89 |
| Handling | 70 | 96 |
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Tire A
89
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS (and its 'PLUS' iteration) is widely regarded as a high-value, ultra-high-performance all-season tire that excels in dry and wet road handling. While many users praise its quiet ride, responsiveness, and superior wet-weather traction compared to OEM tires, some enthusiasts find the sidewall stiffness lacking for aggressive track use, and a subset of users reports disappointing tread life.
Pros
- Excellent dry and wet road grip
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Strong value proposition compared to premium competitors
- Responsive steering and handling for daily spirited driving
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life, with some users reporting premature wear
- Soft sidewalls perceived as 'sloppy' by some performance-oriented drivers
- Cold-weather flat-spotting that requires a few miles to round out
- Mediocre performance in deep snow or ice despite all-season classification
Observations
- Users with performance sedans and coupes (e.g., BMW, Audi, Mustang) generally appreciate the balance of comfort and grip, though some note it lacks the precision of dedicated summer tires.
- Tesla and EV owners report a noticeable reduction in range (approx. 5%) and a firmer ride, though many find the trade-off for improved handling and lower noise compared to OEM tires acceptable.
- Drivers of heavier or high-torque vehicles occasionally report faster-than-expected tread wear, particularly on staggered setups where rotation is not possible.
The Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season is widely regarded as a capable, value-oriented tire that excels in dry handling and steering responsiveness. While many users appreciate its durability and performance in moderate conditions, it receives mixed feedback regarding road noise and winter capability, with a significant portion of users noting that it is not a true replacement for dedicated winter tires.
Pros
- Strong dry pavement grip and cornering stability
- Responsive steering and predictable handling
- Good tread life and durability for the price point
- Effective rim protection ridge on the sidewall
- High value proposition compared to premium competitors
Cons
- Significant road noise that often increases as the tire wears
- Mediocre to poor performance in deep snow and ice
- Inconsistent wet traction, with some reports of hydroplaning
- Stiff ride quality that can feel harsh over road imperfections
- Reports of tread chunking or peeling under aggressive use
Observations
- EV owners report a noticeable decrease in range due to rolling resistance, though some appreciate the 'acoustic' foam versions for cabin quietness.
- Users with performance-oriented sedans (e.g., Civic Si, BMW 3-Series) praise the steering response but often find the tire noisy compared to dedicated summer or touring options.
- Owners of heavier SUVs and trucks generally report good tread longevity but note that the tire's stiff sidewalls can transmit more road vibration than expected.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS | B · Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | Ultra High Performance All Season tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 6 | 57 |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 18″ | 16″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 10/32″ |
| UTQG | 500 A A | 560 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi | 50,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
Bridgestone
89
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season — better comfort, handling and snow. Pick the Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS if noise matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season scores 92 vs 49 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season scores 96 vs 70 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS scores 100 vs 92 on noise.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season scores 68 vs 63 on snow.
Tire A · Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season
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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.