Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS 255/35R18
Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS 255/35R18 XL 94W Extreme Performance Summer Tire 006151
💡 Is the Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS 255/35R18 a Good Tire?
The Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS 255/35R18 is an extreme performance summer tire designed for sports cars and performance coupes. It delivers exceptional dry grip and responsive handling with adequate wet traction thanks to its race-derived compound and directional tread pattern. Ride comfort is firm with noticeable road noise, prioritizing track performance over daily comfort. Tread life is below average for street use, as expected in this competition-focused category. Rated Good by TireRack based on 416 consumer surveys, it excels on track and autocross but is not winter-rated and wears quickly in daily driving. Currently priced from $334.36, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS 255/35R18 is an extreme performance summer tire, designed for sports car and performance sedan drivers who prioritize maximum grip and precise handling in high-performance driving scenarios. Its highly asymmetric tread pattern and race-developed compound focus on delivering massive levels of dry traction and maintaining performance consistency under track conditions.
The tire features a specialized tread compound utilizing high-grip polymers engineered specifically for dry performance, paired with an optimized footprint that manages contact pressure distribution under heavy cornering loads. This construction helps prevent acute heat generation while encouraging even wear during competitive driving. Driver feedback indicates exceptional dry performance capabilities with good wet traction and comfort levels, though the focus clearly remains on track-oriented grip and handling precision.
Compared to traditional performance summer tires, it prioritizes maximum dry grip and track durability over everyday comfort and longevity. Overall, it's a solid choice for sports cars and performance vehicles used primarily for track days, autocross events, and spirited driving in dry conditions.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
★Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS 255/35R18 ☀️ Summer performance | $334.36 | ⭐ Good (416 reviews) | Track day events and autocross competition | ☀️ Summer |
🏁 Ultra high performance | $226.99 | ⭐ Excellent (295 reviews) | Sports car and performance sedan enthusiasts | ☀️ Summer |
🌤️ All-season versatility | $241.77 | ⭐ N/A | Daily commuting in variable weather conditions | 🌤️ All Season |
🏁 Ultra high performance | $265.61 | ⭐ Excellent (497 reviews) | Sports car daily driving with year-round use | ☀️ Summer |
🛣️ Comfort-focused touring | $331.2 | ⭐ Good (753 reviews) | Daily commuting in European sport coupes and sedans | 🌤️ All Season |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"Drivers seeking maximum dry grip for track days and autocross will love this extreme performance summer tire's superior handling capabilities. The specialized compound and aggressive tread design sacrifice wet weather performance and daily driving comfort."
