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Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS

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CORNERING DURABILITY HIGH-PERFORMANCE VEHICLES HANDLING
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Key Facts

  • Year Released: 2020 New
  • Regions for sale: USA+, Canada, East Asia, Southeast Asia, Middle East, Oceania
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Summary

We spent several hours reading reviews from experts and tire owners. In summary, this is what people think about Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS. You can agree with these conclusions by voting for any item:

Reasons to buy vote if agree

– Numerous drivers reported outstanding dry grip, attributing to its high performance on tracks and in autocross events.
– The tire's steering and grip are enhanced significantly, as noted by users, especially during high-speed maneuvers on dry surfaces.
– Several users commended the tire for its rapid warm-up times and sustained performance during longer track stints.
– The tire's wet grip capabilities were praised, especially for its reliable performance in wet conditions without aquaplaning.
– Drivers appreciated the tire's endurance on the track, noting its good wear characteristics despite being a high-performance tire.

Reasons not to buy

– Some users noted the tire's discomfort, reporting that it transmits road imperfections and is noisy on highways.
– The tire's wear rate was a concern for a few drivers, mentioning that it wears down quicker than some other performance tires.
– A number of users found the tire to be expensive, considering its quick wear and specialized performance nature.

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Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS



Manufacturer's description

The Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS is a maximum performance summer tire introduced in 2020, specifically designed for both street and circuit driving. It is engineered to deliver exceptional cornering grip, precise handling, and enhanced durability, making it ideal for performance enthusiasts who demand the best from their tires on and off the track.

Features & Benefits

  • Street Legal and Circuit-Ready: Certified for both public roads and racing environments.
  • Superior Cornering Grip: Offers exceptional grip during high-speed cornering, crucial for both competitive driving and spirited street performance.
  • Precise Handling: Engineered for sharp, accurate steering response, enabling better control at high speeds.
  • Enhanced Durability: Built to withstand the rigors of track use while maintaining road-worthiness for everyday driving.
  • Optimized Asymmetric Tread Design: Improves contact patch efficiency, which enhances grip and wear resistance.

Technologies

  • UltimatEYE Technology: Utilizes advanced simulation to optimize the tire’s contact with the road, improving handling and wear characteristics.
  • Advanced Rubber Compound: Incorporates specialized polymers derived from motorsport applications, maximizing traction and tread life.

Year Released

The Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS was released in 2020, succeeding the Potenza RE-71R with advancements in materials and tread design to enhance its performance capabilities.

Regions Availability

This tire is available in the USA, Canada, East Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Oceania, supporting a wide range of vehicles and driving preferences in these regions.

Vehicle Compatibility / Popular Vehicle Fitments

Given the tire's performance characteristics, it is well-suited for high-performance vehicles such as:

  • BMW M3
  • Porsche 911
  • Chevrolet Corvette
  • Nissan GT-R
  • Subaru WRX STI

Note: Always consult with a tire specialist or the vehicle's manufacturer to ensure correct tire fitment.

Final Thoughts

The Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS is crafted to meet the demands of drivers seeking enhanced performance on both highways and race tracks. Its technological advancements provide a solid foundation for improved performance attributes, offering a balanced solution for rigorous driving applications.


Notable Features

Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS - Dry surface (results) Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS - Treadwear test


Detailed Information

Type and Size
Tire Model
Bridgestone / Potenza RE-71RS
Car Type
Season
Summer
Rim Diameter
13 / 14 / 15 / 16 / 17 / 18 / 19 "
Width
155 / 165 / 185 / 195 / 205 / 215 / 225 / 235 / 245 / 255 / 265 / 275 / 285 / 295 mm
Aspect Ratio
30 / 35 / 40 / 45 / 50 / 55 / 60 %
Construction
Radial
Special Features
Runflat
No
Mud and Snow
No
Extra Load
Optional
Speed and Load
Speed Index
H (max 130 mph) ... W (max 168 mph)
Load Index (max load for a tire)
 

Bridgestone / Potenza RE-71RS Sizes & Specifications

Rim Model Size Index Features Load range Tread depth Utqg Price
R13 155/60 R13 70H 155/60 R13 70H
R13 165/60 R13 73H 165/60 R13 73H
R14 165/55 R14 72V 165/55 R14 72V
R14 185/55 R14 80V 185/55 R14 80V
R14 185/60 R14 82H 185/60 R14 82H
R14 195/60 R14 86H 195/60 R14 86H
R15 165/50 R15 73V 165/50 R15 73V
R15 165/55 R15 75V 165/55 R15 75V
R15 185/55 R15 82V 185/55 R15 82V
R15 195/50 R15 82V 195/50 R15 82V
R15 195/55 R15 85V 195/55 R15 85V
R15 195/60 R15 88V 195/60 R15 88V
R15 205/50 R15 86V 205/50 R15 86V
R15 205/55 R15 88V 205/55 R15 88V
R15 205/60 R15 91H 205/60 R15 91H
R15 225/50 R15 91V 225/50 R15 91V
R16 195/45 R16 80W 195/45 R16 80W
R16 195/50 R16 84V 195/50 R16 84V
R16 195/55 R16 87V 195/55 R16 87V
R16 205/45 R16 87W XL 205/45 R16 87W XL XL
R16 205/50 R16 87V 205/50 R16 87V
R16 205/55 R16 91V 205/55 R16 91V
R16 215/45 R16 86W 215/45 R16 86W
R16 215/50 R16 90V 215/50 R16 90V
R16 225/45 R16 89W 225/45 R16 89W
R16 225/50 R16 92V 225/50 R16 92V
R16 245/50 R16 98V 245/50 R16 98V
R17 195/45 R17 81W 195/45 R17 81W
R17 205/45 R17 88W XL 205/45 R17 88W XL XL
R17 215/40 R17 87W XL 215/40 R17 87W XL XL
R17 215/45 R17 91W XL 215/45 R17 91W XL XL
R17 225/45 R17 94W XL 225/45 R17 94W XL XL
R17 235/40 R17 90W 235/40 R17 90W
R17 235/45 R17 94W 235/45 R17 94W
R17 245/40 R17 91W 245/40 R17 91W
R17 245/45 R17 95W 245/45 R17 95W
R17 255/40 R17 98W XL 255/40 R17 98W XL XL
R18 215/40 R18 89W XL 215/40 R18 89W XL XL
R18 215/45 R18 93W XL 215/45 R18 93W XL XL
R18 225/40 R18 92W XL 225/40 R18 92W XL XL
R18 225/45 R18 95W XL 225/45 R18 95W XL XL
R18 225/50 R18 95W 225/50 R18 95W
R18 235/40 R18 95W XL 235/40 R18 95W XL XL
R18 245/35 R18 92W XL 245/35 R18 92W XL XL
R18 245/40 R18 97W XL 245/40 R18 97W XL XL
R18 245/45 R18 100W XL 245/45 R18 100W XL XL
R18 255/35 R18 94W XL 255/35 R18 94W XL XL
R18 255/40 R18 99W XL 255/40 R18 99W XL XL
R18 265/35 R18 97W XL 265/35 R18 97W XL XL
R18 275/35 R18 95W 275/35 R18 95W
R18 285/30 R18 93W 285/30 R18 93W
R18 295/30 R18 94W 295/30 R18 94W
R18 295/35 R18 99W 295/35 R18 99W
R19 225/35 R19 88W XL 225/35 R19 88W XL XL
R19 225/40 R19 93W XL 225/40 R19 93W XL XL
R19 235/35 R19 91W XL 235/35 R19 91W XL XL
R19 245/35 R19 93W XL 245/35 R19 93W XL XL
R19 245/40 R19 98W XL 245/40 R19 98W XL XL
R19 255/35 R19 96W XL 255/35 R19 96W XL XL
R19 265/30 R19 89W 265/30 R19 89W
R19 275/30 R19 92W 275/30 R19 92W
R19 275/35 R19 96W 275/35 R19 96W
R19 285/35 R19 103W XL 285/35 R19 103W XL XL

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Questions and Answers

  • Rik 22 January, 2021 06:38
    Are these available in the United Kingdom? re71rs in 225 45 17’s
    I’ve always used re70’s but apparently they’re discontinued? I look forward to using your products in the future.
  • Mike Roylance 16 January, 2021 14:21
    When will this new RE-71S make it to the U.S. market?