Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS 255/45R20

Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS 255/45R20 XL 105Y Ultra High Performance All-Season Tire 011943

🌀️ All SeasonπŸ“ 255/45R20πŸš— Passenger Car

πŸ’‘ Is the Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS 255/45R20 a Good Tire?

Yes β€” the Bridgestone 255/45R20 is a Good-rated all-season ultra-high-performance tire (70 surveys) suited for mid-size SUVs and crossovers. Strong dry handling with Y-speed rating capability, though tread life may be shorter than touring alternatives.

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About This Tire

The Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS 255/45R20 costs $284.99 per tire and earns a Good overall rating from TireRack with 70 survey ratings. This ultra high performance all-season tire delivers exceptional dry performance (9.3/10) and wet performance (8.9/10) ratings, making it ideal for sports cars, coupes, and performance sedans. The tire features Bridgestone's asymmetric tread pattern with Full-Depth 3-D sipes and aligned shoulder channels for superior water evacuation and hydroplaning resistance.

With excellent treadwear ratings (8.6/10) and a 50,000-mile warranty, the Potenza Sport AS balances performance with longevity. The tire's solid circumferential rib design provides continuous road contact while minimizing pattern noise, and its dual polyester body construction with twin steel belts offers high-speed capability up to 186 mph (Y-speed rating).

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TireRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS 255/45R20
🏁 Ultra high performance
⭐ Good (70 reviews)Performance sedans and sports cars requiring year-round capability🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Excellent (966 reviews)Daily commuting in regions with mild winters🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Excellent (248 reviews)Daily commuting in variable weather conditions🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Excellent (498 reviews)Daily highway commuting in luxury sedans and crossovers🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Excellent (219 reviews)Daily commuting and highway driving🌀️ All Season
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Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS 255/45R20
🏁 Ultra high performance
Rating
⭐ Good (70 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Performance sedans and sports cars requiring year-round capability
Season
🌀️ All Season
Michelin CrossClimate2 255/45R20
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Excellent (966 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily commuting in regions with mild winters
Season
🌀️ All Season
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady2 255/45R20
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Excellent (248 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily commuting in variable weather conditions
Season
🌀️ All Season
Michelin Primacy Tour A/S 255/45R20
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Excellent (498 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily highway commuting in luxury sedans and crossovers
Season
🌀️ All Season
BFGoodrich Advantage Control 255/45R20
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Excellent (219 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily commuting and highway driving
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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Wet Performance
Achieves excellent 8.9/10 wet performance rating with aligned shoulder channels for efficient water evacuation and hydroplaning resistance.
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Dry Handling
Delivers outstanding 9.3/10 dry performance with solid circumferential ribs for continuous road contact and precise handling.
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Tread Longevity
Earns excellent 8.6/10 treadwear rating backed by Bridgestone's 50,000-mile treadwear warranty.
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3-D Sipe Technology
Full-Depth 3-D sipes enhance block rigidity for optimal handling while providing grip in wet and light snow conditions.
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High-Speed Rated
Y-speed rating supports speeds up to 186 mph with reinforced twin steel belt construction.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Performance sedans and sports cars requiring year-round capabilityβœ“ Drivers prioritizing wet weather safety with 8.9/10 wet performanceβœ“ High-speed driving with Y-speed rating up to 186 mphβœ“ Long-term value seekers with 50,000-mile warranty coverage
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Specifications

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Size
255/45R20
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Load Index
105
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Speed Rating
Y
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TirePath Editorial Review

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"A capable option for performance drivers seeking strong wet weather grip and high-speed capability in an all-season package. The premium price point may deter budget-conscious buyers."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026
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TireRack Ratings

Overall Rating⭐ Good
Survey Ratings70 reviews
CategoryUltra High Performance All-Season

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Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS 255/45R20 XL 105Y Ultra High Performance All-Season Tire 011943
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