Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ 245/40R19

Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ 245/40R19 XL 98W Ultra High Performance All-Season Tire 012787

🌀️ All SeasonπŸ“ 245/40R19πŸš— Passenger Car

πŸ’‘ Is the Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ 245/40R19 a Good Tire?

The Bridgestone 245/40R19 is an all-season high-performance tire designed for mid-size SUVs and crossovers. Delivers responsive handling with a W speed rating, though the low-profile sidewall may compromise ride comfort over rough surfaces.

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About This Tire

The Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ 245/40R19 is a summer tire, designed for performance-oriented drivers who prioritize responsive handling and dry road grip in warm weather conditions. Its advanced tread compound and asymmetric design focus on maximizing contact with the road surface for enhanced cornering stability and braking performance.

This tire features Bridgestone's performance-tuned rubber compound optimized for temperatures above 45Β°F, with a directional tread pattern that channels water away from the contact patch. The construction emphasizes sidewall rigidity and precise steering response, typical of summer performance tires in the 245/40R19 size commonly found on sports cars and performance sedans. Without available driver evaluations, the tire's real-world performance characteristics remain to be established through actual use.

Compared to all-season tires, it prioritizes maximum dry and warm-weather traction over year-round versatility and cold-weather capability. Overall, it's a solid choice for sports cars and performance vehicles used primarily for spirited driving and daily commuting in warmer climates.

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TireRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ 245/40R19
🌀️ All-season versatility
⭐ N/ASports car enthusiasts seeking maximum warm-weather performance🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Excellent (301 reviews)Daily commuting in variable weather conditions🌀️ All Season
🏁 Ultra high performance
⭐ Excellent (294 reviews)Sports cars and performance sedans used for spirited drivingβ˜€οΈ Summer
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Excellent (25 reviews)Luxury sedan and coupe daily drivingβ˜€οΈ Summer
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
⭐ Excellent (185 reviews)Daily highway commuting in varied weather🌀️ All Season
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Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ 245/40R19
🌀️ All-season versatility
Rating
⭐ N/A
Best For
⭐ Sports car enthusiasts seeking maximum warm-weather performance
Season
🌀️ All Season
Pirelli Cinturato WeatherActive 245/40R19
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Excellent (301 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily commuting in variable weather conditions
Season
🌀️ All Season
Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 245/40R19
🏁 Ultra high performance
Rating
⭐ Excellent (294 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Sports cars and performance sedans used for spirited driving
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer
Michelin Primacy 3 ZP 245/40R19
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Excellent (25 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Luxury sedan and coupe daily driving
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer
Continental TrueContact Tour 54 245/40R19
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
Rating
⭐ Excellent (185 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily highway commuting in varied weather
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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Summer Compound
Specialized rubber formulation optimized for grip and performance in temperatures above 45Β°F.
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Performance Focus
Asymmetric tread design engineered for responsive handling and cornering stability.
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Water Evacuation
Directional tread pattern designed to channel water away from the tire's contact patch.
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Precise Response
Reinforced sidewall construction delivers immediate steering feedback and control.
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Low Profile
245/40R19 sizing provides reduced sidewall flex for enhanced handling precision.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Sports car enthusiasts seeking maximum warm-weather performanceβœ“ Performance sedan owners prioritizing handling and responsivenessβœ“ Drivers in warm climates who rarely encounter cold temperaturesβœ“ Track day participants needing reliable dry weather grip
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Specifications

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Size
245/40R19
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Load Index
98
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Speed Rating
W
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TirePath Editorial Review

3.5
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"Built for sports car enthusiasts who demand maximum warm-weather grip and razor-sharp handling responsiveness. Cold weather performance suffers significantly, limiting year-round usability."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026

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