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  • E
    Fuel Efficiency
    Fuel Efficiency / Rolling Resistance: E

    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 245/40R19 98Y XL

4.7/5
(9 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
£22414
  • Fitted at a local tyre centre
  • Wheel balancing included
  • New valve & disposal included
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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 245/40R19 98Y XL Tyre Reviews

There are 9 reviews of the Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 245/40R19 98Y XL
Overall rating
4.7/5
5 star
66%
4 star
33%
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Car make: Aston Martin
Car model: Vantage
By: Paige Dandy
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 245/40R19 98Y XL
The car came with these tyres which are good enough. I don't drive the car much, especially in the winter.
Car make: BMW
Car model: 8 Series
By: Leonidas L.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 245/40R19 98Y XL
They're working on my MX5, with solid dry grip and fairly good wet grip. These tyres are quieter than the last ones, likely due to the deeper tread being new. They seem to show little wear, indicating good longevity.
Car make: BMW
Car model: 3 Series
By: Marshall K.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 245/40R19 98Y XL
Due to having a wheel camber, standard tyres for a BMW 335i Coupe typically wear on the inner edge first. Endurance of my previous set of Bridgestones was remarkable, considering I even did four drag races at Santa Pod.
Car make: BMW
Car model: 5 Series
By: Santana A.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 245/40R19 98Y XL
These tyres are much better than my old ones. They feel more balanced, don't roll over in corners, and provide a more stable ride. Handling is even better now that I have all four fitted. I just hit 4000 miles on the tyres and they are wearing nicely. Grip is great in both dry and wet conditions. Protection for the rim works really well and they look awesome on my 19 inch wheels.
Car make: BMW
Car model: i4
By: Zuhayr Mccauley
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 245/40R19 98Y XL
It's difficult to say because I've only been on a few short trips with them.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: DS4
By: Mihai Leckie
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 245/40R19 98Y XL
Compared to the first Goodyear Excellence run-flats on my BMW 530D, the grip on these tyres is considerably better during cold winter days and wet rainy weather. The ease of the journey is approximately the same. Even though I suspect they won't last as long, I am prepared to accept that because of their better all round performance and quality. As the Goodyears do in this size, they offer less rim protection though, so beware of parking to avoid kerbing the wheels.
Car make: Ford
Car model: S-Max
By: Herbie F.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 245/40R19 98Y XL
Great.
Car make: CUPRA
Car model: Formentor
By: Jon Turvey
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 245/40R19 98Y XL
The tyres provide a good grip on the road, a good smooth ride, very little noise, and a good price to performance ratio.
Car make: CUPRA
Car model: Formentor
By: Diane A.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 245/40R19 98Y XL
The car has been rejuvenated by these tyres.
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