Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 3 + 5 road tests and 453 + 213 owner reviews. How we score
Potenza RE 71RS leads, 74–72 Narrow edge
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Tests 79 · 3 tests Owners 70 · 453 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 11 in 2022 Tire Rack Extreme Performance Track Tyre Test (dry handling)
“Drove my GR86 coast to coast on pre-thrashed 200tw tires in 3.5 days AMA 2024 GR86 Premium performance package mt Bridgestone Potenza RE-71rs tires Car had 24,000ish miles and now has 27,000ish”
Tests 76 · 5 tests Owners 68 · 213 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 7 in 2025 Tire Rack Extreme Performance Track Tyre Test (dry handling (tester's mark))
“Staggered BBSs Need Tires I have a set of BBS wheels that i have been restoring for my 89 944 NA. I am trying to figure out what tires to get and am running into a bit of trouble. The set of BBSs are 15in staggered. The front are 8in wide and the rear are 9in wide. When i had purchased these wheels they had 215/60R15s all around. Would this be a good fitment? I am hoping the rear will not look stretched. As i was researching staggered tires i ran into problems finding a matching set in the sizes 225 50R15 and 205 55R15. A local shop helped me find these for the front Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701 (205 55R15) and these for the rear Yokohama ADVAN A052 (225 50R15). Im concerned to get these due to the tread pattern being drastically different. Another shop has Kumho Ecsta 4x KU22 picked out for the front. I would like to have performance summer tires that do not break the bank. If i were to do 215/60R15s all around i was looking at Falken Sincera SN250 A/S (which are not performance) or Vredestein Sprint Classic which i am not sure of. I am a bit at a loss here and would greatly appreciate any advice or help selecting tires as this is not something i am comfortable with given the lack of options at this wheel size.”
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
| Source | Potenza RE 71RS | ADVAN A052 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 3 / 5 tests | 78 | 74 |
| Reviews found online | 92 | 90 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 2–0 | 100% | 97% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) · 3 shared tests · wins 2–0 | 100% | 99% |
| Dry Handling Long Run (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 | 100% | 99% |
| Dry Handling (tester's mark) (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–0 | 100% | 100% |
Potenza RE 71RS: 60% × 78.2 + 40% × 91.6 = 84
ADVAN A052: 60% × 73.6 + 40% × 90 = 80
| Source | Potenza RE 71RS | ADVAN A052 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 2 / 4 tests | 85 | 78 |
| Reviews found online | 67 | 67 |
| Wet Handling (tester's mark) (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 | 100% | 91% |
| Wet Braking (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 2–0 | 100% | 90% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 | 100% | 100% |
Potenza RE 71RS: 60% × 84.6 + 40% × 66.7 = 77
ADVAN A052: 60% × 77.8 + 40% × 67 = 73
| Source | Potenza RE 71RS | ADVAN A052 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | ≈ 72 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | – | 74 |
ADVAN A052: 60% × 71.7 (est.) + 40% × 74 = 73
No road tests of snow for ADVAN A052. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.32).
| Source | Potenza RE 71RS | ADVAN A052 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 1 tests | 71 | 74 |
| Reviews found online | 52 | 63 |
| Comfort (tester's mark) (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 | 96% | 100% |
Potenza RE 71RS: 40% × 71 + 60% × 52.3 = 60
ADVAN A052: 40% × 74 + 60% × 62.7 = 67
| Source | Potenza RE 71RS | ADVAN A052 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 1 tests | 67 | 77 |
| Reviews found online | 63 | 76 |
| Noise (tester's mark) (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 | 84% | 100% |
Potenza RE 71RS: 60% × 66.5 + 40% × 63.3 = 65
ADVAN A052: 60% × 76.6 + 40% × 76.4 = 76
| Source | Potenza RE 71RS | ADVAN A052 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | ≈ 61 (est.) | ≈ 57 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 52 | 40 |
Potenza RE 71RS: 60% × 61.4 (est.) + 40% × 52.2 = 58
ADVAN A052: 60% × 56.9 (est.) + 40% × 39.5 = 50
No road tests of treadwear for Potenza RE 71RS. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.36).
No road tests of treadwear for ADVAN A052. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.36).
| Source | Potenza RE 71RS | ADVAN A052 |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews found online | 86 | 84 |
| Category | Bridgestone Potenza RE 71RS | Yokohama ADVAN A052 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 72 |
| Dry | 84 | 80 |
| Wet | 77 | 73 |
| Snow | – | 73 |
| Comfort | 60 | 67 |
| Noise | 65 | 76 |
| Treadwear | 58 | 50 |
| Handling (owners) | 86 | 84 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
Wet grip starts at “Important”. Treadwear starts at “Neutral” here: road tests measured it for at most one of the two tires, so it rests on owner reviews. Move the sliders and the scores update instantly.
Only one of the two tires has a score here, so this weight changes nothing in the head-to-head.
Potenza RE 71RS
ADVAN A052
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.
In the overall rankings of 3 tests that ran both, Bridgestone Potenza RE 71RS finished ahead 3 times and Yokohama ADVAN A052 0 times.
| Discipline | Category | Potenza RE 71RS | ADVAN A052 | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 100% | 97% | +2.7 | 2–0 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2025 Tire Rack Extreme Performance Track Tyre Test · 275/35 R18 |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 100% | 99% | +0.6 | 2–0 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2025 Tire Rack Extreme Performance Track Tyre Test · 275/35 R18 |
| Dry Handling (tester's mark) | Dry | 100% | 100% | 0.0 | 0–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2025 Tire Rack Extreme Performance Track Tyre Test · 275/35 R18 |
| Dry Handling Long Run | Dry | 100% | 99% | +1.1 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2025 Tire Rack Extreme Performance Track Tyre Test · 275/35 R18 |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 100% | 90% | +10.1 | 2–0 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2025 Tire Rack Extreme Performance Track Tyre Test · 275/35 R18 |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 100% | 100% | +0.3 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2025 Tire Rack Extreme Performance Track Tyre Test · 275/35 R18 |
| Wet Handling (tester's mark) | Wet | 100% | 91% | +9.4 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2025 Tire Rack Extreme Performance Track Tyre Test · 275/35 R18 |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | Comfort | 96% | 100% | −4.2 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2025 Tire Rack Extreme Performance Track Tyre Test · 275/35 R18 |
| Noise (tester's mark) | Noise | 84% | 100% | −16.0 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2025 Tire Rack Extreme Performance Track Tyre Test · 275/35 R18 |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #1/7 | #5/7 | – | 3–0 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2025 Tire Rack Extreme Performance Track Tyre Test · 275/35 R18 |
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Community sentiment toward the Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS is overwhelmingly positive, with drivers praising its high grip levels, responsive turn-in, and improved refinement over the older RE-71R. Discussions frequently center around track and autocross setups, optimal hot tire pressures, clearance pricing, and its streetability regarding road noise and gravel pickup. Minor caveats noted include fast wear characteristic of 200tw competition tires and rotation limits stemming from an asymmetrical tread design.
“They are an amazing tire, both for autocross and track days. I'm currently running Falkens but my next track set will be RE71s for sure. Should be able to get a half second off my laps from what I've seen so far.”
“When I said 'they are more different than I expected,' the best way to describe that with one word is SMOOTH! These tires are smooth in all aspects. They are substantially quieter than the old 71R, maybe a 2 out of 10. After driving on two lane blacktops, I have not noticed any measurable gravel or other debris picked up at this point, definitely less than the 71R, maybe 50% reduction. Handling is the most important aspect for me personally and Bridgestone has hit a home run! Stopping fantastic and according to Bridgestone they are better on wet roads, IDK as I try to avoid driving in the rain. Steering is amazing and more sensitive! There is even a level of comfort that I did not expect for performance tires. Honestly, I am unable to come up with any negative. Five Stars! The post by jst2878 was spot on about them being a 'gift!' After break in greater than 300 miles, they just need to be hammered! After doing so yesterday, I have returned home for Pina Coladas & Pool this weekend!”
“Track tire fitment Just got some new Bridgestone Potenza RE-71rs in 245/40r18. I did my research on this subreddit and it seems like that will fit without rubbing/camber bolts. Does anyone know if the RE-71rs’ run wide cause they measure a full inch wider than the stock PS4s’, I’m just wondering now if I’ll need camber bolts. I’d prefer not, just want to throw them on and go. For reference they are being mounted onto a 18x8.5 +45 Enkei TS-V wheel. If anyone could offer insight cause I just can’t understand how they would fit but maybe I’m just over thinking it. Stock suspension by the way. I searched the sub and didn’t see anything with exact matching specs, only bigger and different tires. Tl;dr Will 245/40r18 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71rs’ fit on an 18x8.5 +45 wheel without clearance issues/adding other modifications (camber bolts) on our car? Thanks for any help! Read more”
Based on 33 community posts
The community regards the Yokohama ADVAN A052 as a top-tier, high-performance competition tire that offers exceptional dry grip and competitive edge in autocross and track settings. Users frequently compare them favorably against other extreme performance tires like the Bridgestone RE-71R/RE-71RS, though questions remain regarding their longevity for long-distance road trips.
“Yokohama ADVAN A052 315/30R18 and 265/35R18 - BEEFY!”
“Staggered BBSs Need Tires I have a set of BBS wheels that i have been restoring for my 89 944 NA. I am trying to figure out what tires to get and am running into a bit of trouble. The set of BBSs are 15in staggered. The front are 8in wide and the rear are 9in wide. When i had purchased these wheels they had 215/60R15s all around. Would this be a good fitment? I am hoping the rear will not look stretched. As i was researching staggered tires i ran into problems finding a matching set in the sizes 225 50R15 and 205 55R15. A local shop helped me find these for the front Yokohama ADVAN Fleva V701 (205 55R15) and these for the rear Yokohama ADVAN A052 (225 50R15). Im concerned to get these due to the tread pattern being drastically different. Another shop has Kumho Ecsta 4x KU22 picked out for the front. I would like to have performance summer tires that do not break the bank. If i were to do 215/60R15s all around i was looking at Falken Sincera SN250 A/S (which are not performance) or Vredestein Sprint Classic which i am not sure of. I am a bit at a loss here and would greatly appreciate any advice or help selecting tires as this is not something i am comfortable with given the lack of options at this wheel size.”
“Long trip with Advans A052? I'm planning a trip to the Nürburgring to attend a trackday this October. The problem is that I live 1300 km away, so the tyres should be able to cope with that, some 20 laps at medium-fast pace at the Nordschleife, and the drive back home. Are the Advan A052 tyres way to soft for such a long trip? Will they last? Wouldn't it be wiser to settle for a more conservative set of Michelins PS4? The car is a 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera, 1210 kg... Read more”
Based on 12 community posts
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Potenza RE 71RS | B · Yokohama ADVAN A052 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | Summer |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 10 | 61 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 19″ | 13″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 7/32″ | 7/32″ |
| UTQG | 200 A A | 200 A A |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | 51 psi |
| Sizes in common | 6 | 6 |
Bridgestone Potenza RE 71RS
Yokohama ADVAN A052
Narrow edge: Bridgestone Potenza RE 71RS — better treadwear, dry and wet. Pick the Yokohama ADVAN A052 if noise and comfort matter most to you.
Yokohama ADVAN A052 scores 76 vs 65 on noise.
Bridgestone Potenza RE 71RS scores 58 vs 50 on treadwear.
Yokohama ADVAN A052 scores 67 vs 60 on comfort.
Bridgestone Potenza RE 71RS scores 84 vs 80 on dry.
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Bridgestone Potenza RE 71RS, 77 vs 73 on our wet score.
Bridgestone Potenza RE 71RS, 84 vs 80 on our dry score.
Yokohama ADVAN A052, 76 vs 65 on our noise score.
Yokohama ADVAN A052, 67 vs 60 on our comfort score.
Bridgestone Potenza RE 71RS, 58 vs 50 on our treadwear score.
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology
