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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.

  • B72 dB
    External Noise
    Noise Emission / Exterior Noise: B (72 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 235/40R18 95Y XL

4.4/5
(10 reviews)
  • Tick Icon Car
    Car tyre:

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

  • Tick Icon Reinforced (XL)
    Extra Load or Reinforced tyres:

    A stronger sidewall lets this tyre carry more weight than a standard tyre of the same size. Marked XL on the sidewall.

Fully FittedFromBest choice
£14785
  • Fitted at a local tyre centre
  • Wheel balancing included
  • New valve & disposal included
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£12715
  • 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 235/40R18 95Y XL Tyre Reviews

There are 10 reviews of the Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 235/40R18 95Y XL
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4.4/5
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Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: Spider
By: Ara Maddi
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 235/40R18 95Y XL
Great choice, they are normal fit for the Z4 and perform exceptionally. My previous run flat 3 Series cars used to track road ruts, but not the Z4 with these.
Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: Spider
By: Amie Taila
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 235/40R18 95Y XL
All went well. Yet, I was told that my appointment was at 2:30 p.m. I had an appointment time set for 2:00 p.m., and I was instructed to arrive 10 minutes early.
Car make: Audi
Car model: R8
By: Hollie-Mae Fabien
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 235/40R18 95Y XL
They provide good handling, offer great traction, and are quiet on the road.
Car make: Audi
Car model: S4
By: Brendan W.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 235/40R18 95Y XL
They perform effectively in all types of weather.
Car make: BMW
Car model: 5 Series
By: Charles Partington
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 235/40R18 95Y XL
Very good, although my miles travelled will be less due to last year's situation. Not a question, but I'd like to commend the Adfa garage for their great service.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: C4
By: Ajay Emmett
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 235/40R18 95Y XL
They don't grip as well as run flats so I will continue to use run flat tyres in the future.
Car make: Ford
Car model: Focus
By: Marion Jarratt
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 235/40R18 95Y XL
Great wet performance.
Car make: Ford
Car model: Focus RS
By: Grace Rankin
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 235/40R18 95Y XL
Enhanced and more robust feedback from the steering.
Car make: Ford
Car model: Focus RS
By: Holly O.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 235/40R18 95Y XL
Great for all types of weather as well as turning and stopping.
Car make: CUPRA
Car model: Leon
By: Damir Lancaster
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 235/40R18 95Y XL
Excellent grip and hardly slips even during spirited driving.
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