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  • D
    Fuel Efficiency
    Fuel Efficiency / Rolling Resistance: D

    How much fuel the tyre uses as it rolls. Graded A to E, where A is the most efficient and E the least.

  • B
    Wet Grip
    Wet Grip / Braking Performance: B

    How well the tyre stops in the wet. Graded A to E, where A is the shortest stopping distance. Each grade is worth roughly 3 metres, about a car length.

  • B71 dB
    External Noise
    Noise Emission / Exterior Noise: B (71 dB)

    How loud the tyre is from outside the car, measured in decibels. Graded A to C, where A is the quietest.

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Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 205/50R17 89V

4.6/5
(10 reviews)
  • Tick Icon Car
    Car tyre:

    Designed for cars, rather than vans, 4x4s or commercial vehicles.

Fully FittedFromBest choice
£15376
  • Fitted at a local tyre centre
  • Wheel balancing included
  • New valve & disposal included
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£13414
  • Delivered to your door
  • Fit at a local garage
  • Great value
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Product description & features

The asymmetric Bridgestone Potenza RE050A features a separate wet and dry road design. The dry-road design relies on large cornering blocks and a dry-road edge band. The inner edge dry-road design has a water-clearing groove that runs the length of the tyre and removes water to clear pathways. Silica-enhanced rubber with a strong casing and reinforced design respond to the direct and precise steering expectations made with this Potenza.

RFT models feature self-supporting sidewalls which allow the tyre to limp after losing air pressure for the 'stay slow and limp' distance specified in the vehicle owner's manual. Some OE tyres have a sidewall BMW star or Mercedes-Benz MOE marking which indicates that the tyre was made to those vehicle makers' specifications. The Bridgestone Potenza RE050A and the RFT models are available at Tyres.co.uk.

Highlights

  • Asymmetric wet and dry tread
  • Large dry-road cornering blocks
  • Self-supporting run-flat sidewalls

Bridgestone Potenza RE050A Statistics

Dry Grip
 
 83%
Wet Grip
 
 70%
Road Feedback
 
 75%
Handling
 
 72%
Wear
 
 66%
Comfort
 
 59%
The above scores combine independent tests and owner reviews, weighted by Tyre Reviews for consistency and reliability.

Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 205/50R17 89V Tyre Reviews

There are 10 reviews of the Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 205/50R17 89V
Overall rating
4.6/5
5 star
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4 star
40%
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Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: Giulietta
By: Riley-Jay Coward
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 205/50R17 89V
They spin and grab the road.
Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: Giulietta
By: Lowri Ellerby
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 205/50R17 89V
Just not anything that stands out.
Car make: Chrysler
Car model: PT Cruiser
By: Louie Cunningham
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 205/50R17 89V
Excellent. The car feels safe and sure.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: C4 Cactus
By: Marco C.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 205/50R17 89V
I've had a lot of different tyres before, and these are the best quality and most sturdy ones I've come across. The low profile construction seems to compliment the stiffness just right as steering response is phenomenal. Bridgestone's reputation for quality is upheld with these. After 4000 miles, they are still in great condition. For the expected durability of the harder rubber, I chose the B wet grip, and it appears to be correct. In dry conditions, I have had no issues. I have experienced some wheel spin when I accelerate quickly in the wet, but overall, I am very happy with the performance of these tyres. I was happy enough to buy two more to complete the set.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: C3
By: Kyson Kernick
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 205/50R17 89V
These tyres help put your mind at ease regardless of the weather.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: C3 First
By: Samiul N.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 205/50R17 89V
Pretty good. Good grip on wet and dry roads.
Car make: Ford
Car model: C-Max
By: Damian Tovey
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 205/50R17 89V
So far, they seem to work well in cold and wet weather.
Car make: Ford
Car model: EcoSport
By: Zavier Ashbrook
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 205/50R17 89V
Great to hear! Based on that feedback, I know that I will continue to buy these for the life of the vehicle.
Car make: Dacia
Car model: Sandero
By: Salima Drain
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 205/50R17 89V
Look great, very good tyres.
Car make: Dacia
Car model: Sandero
By: Ziggy Sakib
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 205/50R17 89V
They feel great and have a great grip in both wet and dry conditions.
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