Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS 245/35R20
Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS 245/35R20 XL 95Y Ultra High Performance All-Season Tire 011942
💡 Is the Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS 245/35R20 a Good Tire?
The Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS 245/35R20 is a summer ultra high performance tire designed for performance sedans and sports cars. It delivers strong dry grip and responsive wet handling thanks to its advanced silica compound and asymmetric tread design optimized for warm weather conditions. Ride comfort is firm with noticeable road noise due to the low-profile sidewall and performance-focused construction. Tread life is moderate for its category, prioritizing grip over longevity. Rated Good by TireRack based on 71 consumer surveys, it excels in warm climates but is not winter-rated and may feel harsh on rough pavement. Currently priced from $297.99, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS 245/35R20 is a summer tire designed for drivers of sportscars, coupes, and performance sedans who prioritize high-speed handling and predictable wet weather performance in everyday driving. Its asymmetric tread pattern and specialized compound focus on maintaining road contact and efficient water evacuation while reducing pattern noise.
The tire features a solid circumferential rib design that provides continuous road contact for enhanced handling, while shoulder-aligned channels help evacuate water from the contact patch to resist hydroplaning. Full-Depth 3-D sipes are molded into each tread block to enhance grip and block stability across various weather conditions. Driver feedback points to exceptional dry and wet traction with good comfort levels, making it suitable for performance-oriented daily driving.
Compared to all-season tires, it prioritizes maximum warm-weather performance and handling precision over cold-weather capability. Overall, it's a solid choice for performance vehicles used primarily for spirited driving and daily commuting in warm climates.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
★Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS 245/35R20 🏁 Ultra high performance | $297.99 | ⭐ Good (71 reviews) | Performance sedan daily driving | ☀️ Summer |
🏁 Ultra high performance | $198.64 | ⭐ Excellent (45 reviews) | Performance sedan daily driving | ☀️ Summer |
🛣️ Comfort-focused touring | $261.95 | ⭐ Good (370 reviews) | Luxury sedan and coupe daily driving | 🌤️ All Season |
🌤️ All-season versatility | $263.77 | ⭐ N/A | Performance cars requiring year-round tire solution | 🌤️ All Season |
☀️ Summer performance | $349.99 | ⭐ Good (68 reviews) | Track day events and circuit driving | ☀️ Summer |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"A practical option for performance sedan owners who want solid grip and handling for daily driving and spirited weekend runs. Tread life may be shorter than typical all-season tires due to the performance-focused compound."
