Bridgestone Potenza RE11 review
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Bridgestone Potenza RE11 has a Relative Score of 70 out of 100 among summer tires. 13 owner reviews rate it 70 out of 100. 96% would buy it again.
What owners say
No road-test results yet, so every score here comes from owner reviews found online.
How scores work
- Relative score
- 0–100. Blends road tests (60%) and owner reviews (40%) category by category, the same way on every TireWheelGuide page. With only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from it, so the score stays closer to average. It needs at least one road test or five owner reviews.
- Road tests
- 0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
- Owner reviews
- 0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.
By owner reviews
70/100From 13 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.
Bridgestone Potenza RE11 specs & sizes
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 9/32″ |
| UTQG | 200 A A |
| Sidewall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 psi |
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What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 13 owner reviews found online.
The Bridgestone Potenza RE11 is widely praised by enthusiasts for its exceptional dry grip, predictable handling at the limit, and surprisingly respectable treadwear for a high-performance tire. While some users note trade-offs in road noise and a stiff sidewall, the overall consensus highlights its capability as both an aggressive street tire and a dependable track day companion.
Pros
- Surreal and formidable dry grip
- Predictable handling characteristics when pushed to the limit
- Better-than-expected tread life and longevity under spirited driving and track use
- Impressive wet weather confidence
- Very stiff sidewall providing sharp steering response
Cons
- Can become greasy on a hot track if pushed too hard
- Increases in road noise compared to standard tires
- Stiff sidewalls that contribute to a firmer ride
Worth knowing
- Users note that the tires tend to work better on slightly heavier cars like the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon, whereas lighter vehicles like the Impreza WRX require more time to warm them up.
- Optimal performance and grip are reportedly achieved at lower pressures (around 30 psi front and 28 psi rear), as higher pressures can cause the car to feel like it is squirming under load.
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