Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo vs Giti GitiSport S2+
- TR Score
- 9.5/10
- Owners say
- 85% · 16
- TR Score
- 9.1/10
- Owners say
- -
In the 3 independent tests that ran both tires, the Giti GitiSport S2+ finished ahead 2 times and the Potenza Sport Evo once. The GitiSport S2+ stopped 1.9% shorter in the wet.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose the Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo if you want the more premium, confidence-led tire with sharper steering response and stronger wet/variable-surface control (especially in SUV fitments). Choose the Giti GitiSport S2+ if you want the best value with very competitive braking and lower noise in common road-focused testing-accepting that its performance appears more variable across test formats and may offer a smaller wet “safety buffer” in some scenarios.
Where the Potenza Sport Evo is stronger
- Stronger wet safety margin in the SUV test: wet braking 52.3 m vs 60.1 m and higher wet handling speed (88.9 vs 83.8 km/h)
- More dynamic, precise handling character per testers; fastest dry handling in the SUV test (106.6 km/h) with direct steering response
- Better comfort and durability indicators in Autobild: higher comfort score (8 vs 6.7) plus better wear/abrasion (51,860 km and 1,533 g)
Where the GitiSport S2+ is stronger
- Dry 4/6 Stopped 1% shorter in the dry (3 tests)
- Wet 6/12 Stopped 1.9% shorter in the wet (3 tests)
- Comfort 2/3 Was 1.4 dB quieter (2 tests)
The measured tallies (wins out of measurements in the shared tests) come straight from the tables below. The written verdict and bullet points are analysis of those tests and of owner reviews; where they and the figures disagree, the figures are right.
Potenza Sport Evo vs GitiSport S2+ at a glance
| Category | Potenza Sport Evo | Gap | GitiSport S2+ |
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| Shared tests won3 shared tests | 1 | 2 | |
| Dry6 measurements | 2 | The GitiSport S2+ stopped 1% shorter in the dry (3 tests) | 4 |
| Wet12 measurements | 5 | The GitiSport S2+ stopped 1.9% shorter in the wet (3 tests) | 6 |
| Off road4 measurements | 3 | 1 | |
| Comfort3 measurements | 1 | The GitiSport S2+ was 1.4 dB quieter (2 tests) | 2 |
| Value4 measurements | 3 | 1 | |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.5/10 | The Potenza Sport Evo by 0.4 | 9.1/10 |
| Pricein the 2 tests that listed prices | +34.3% | The Potenza Sport Evo was dearer in 2 of 2 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 115 | 20 sizes made in both | 20 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tires; a tick marks the tire ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 3 tests in 2026
Each row is one published test in which both tires ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | Potenza Sport Evo | Field | GitiSport S2+ |
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| 2026 Summer SUV Tire Test | P2 of 9 | P9 of 9 | |
| 2026 Autobild Summer Tire Test | P11 of 20 | P4 of 20 | |
| 2026 Summer Braking Super Tire Test - How do 52 Tires Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? | P11 of 50 | P5 of 50 |
Performance profile
9 measurements from the 3 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Potenza Sport Evo
GitiSport S2+
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 118 ft stop against 112 ft is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. 9 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Potenza Sport Evo
GitiSport S2+
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tires posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
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| 112 | 1% | 113 | 1-2 | |||||||||||||
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| 64.1 | 1.2% | 63.3 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||
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| scored | 19.4% | scored | 0-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 136 | 1.9% | 142 | 1-2 | |||||||||||||
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| 53.2 | 2.9% | 51.7 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 17.32 | 3% | 17.95 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 55.4 | 0.8% | 55.9 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 9.7 | 0.4% | 9.7 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 39.9 | 1.9% | 39.1 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 2,293 | 4% | 2,384 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 2,000 | 7.2% | 1,865 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 647 | 11.4% | 581 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| scored | 19.4% | scored | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 73.1 | 1.4 dB | 71.75 | 0-2 | |||||||||||||
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| 32,224 | 3.7% | 31,081 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 8.66 | 3.8% | 8.34 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 1,533 | 10.5% | 1,713 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tires shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Potenza Sport Evo scores 9.5 and the GitiSport S2+ 9.1 out of 10.
| Potenza Sport Evo | Category | GitiSport S2+ | ||
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| 98 | Dry | 92 | ||
| 97 | Wet | 87 | ||
| 11 | Comfort | 30 | ||
| 20 | Value | 33 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| Potenza Sport Evo | Category | GitiSport S2+ | ||
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| 8.8 | Dry Grip | - | ||
| 8.6 | Wet Grip | - | ||
| 8.4 | Road Feedback | - | ||
| 9.2 | Handling | - | ||
| 7.8 | Wear | - | ||
| 7.7 | Comfort | - | ||
Owners rate the Potenza Sport Evo 85% from 16 reviews; the GitiSport S2+ has no owner reviews yet. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
- 85%from 16 reviews
- 86%would buy again
- 71,803 milesdriven by reviewers
Drivers report the Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo delivers outstanding dry grip and exceptionally strong wet traction, with very sharp turn-in and confident, stable handling that suits fast road use and even track days. Many also feel wear and track durability are improved versus the older Potenza Sport, and value-for-money is frequently praised against Michelin/Continental rivals. The main recurring drawback is higher road noise and a firmer, stiff-sidewall ride, which can reduce refinement on quieter cars.
- Excellent dry grip
- Very strong wet grip and confidence in rain/cold conditions
- Sharp steering response and quick turn-in
- Stable, predictable handling with strong braking/traction
- Noticeably higher road noise/roar
- Firm ride and stiff sidewalls (reduced comfort/refinement for some)
Summarised by AI from 13 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 16 Potenza Sport Evo reviewsBefore switching to the Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo (in size 205/45/17), I had the Yokohama Advan Neova RS (in size 205/55/17). The difference is night and day—in favor of the Bridgestones. Their grip and user-friendliness are on an entirely different level; they are in a different league compared to the unacceptable Yokohama Advan Neova RS, whose only real advantage was minimal wear.
The Bridgestones seem much more prone to wear, but that’s a fair trade-off given their excellent performance—after all, you can’t have everything. I can’t comment on their performance in the rain, as I haven’t had the chance to drive in such conditions yet.
To wrap up, they are quiet and feature a very solid sidewall—though perhaps not quite as good as those found on older Bridgestone models.
I recommend them without hesitation!
Giti GitiSport S2+
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Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 115 sizes of the Potenza Sport Evo and 20 of the GitiSport S2+, 20 of them made in both.
| Category | Potenza Sport Evo | GitiSport S2+ |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 115 sizes, 16 to 22 inch | 20 sizes, 17 to 20 inch |
| Made in both | 20 sizes 225/45 R17225/40 R18225/45 R18235/40 R18235/45 R18245/45 R18225/35 R19225/40 R19225/45 R19235/35 R19235/40 R19235/55 R19and 8 more | |
| EU label wet grip | A99%B1% | A100% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C67%D30%B3% | C65%D35% |
| EU label noise | 71-73 dB B100% | 70-72 dB B100% |
| On the market since | 2025 | 2025 |
| Replaced | Bridgestone Potenza Sport (2021) | - |
| Awards | Winner: Supersports Tire of the Year (WhatTire, 2026/27) | - |
| Price in the shared tests | The Potenza Sport Evo was the dearer tire in 2 of the 2 tests that listed prices, by 34.3% on average. Each test priced the tires in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This is an interesting head-to-head because both tires sit in the same “max-performance summer” bracket, yet the shared tests paint two very different stories depending on test type and priorities. The Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo is positioned as a premium, dynamics-led option, while the Giti GitiSport S2+ is the value-brand challenger that, in some braking-focused and mainstream summer tests, posts genuinely competitive numbers.
Across three shared 2026 tests, the results split: Bridgestone dominates the 255/45 R19 summer SUV test (2nd vs 9th) with a clear wet-safety and handling advantage, while Giti shines in the 245/45 R19 Autobild test (4th vs 11th) and the 52-tire braking shootout (5th vs 11th) thanks to marginally shorter braking distances, strong aquaplaning speeds, lower noise, and a big cost-efficiency edge. The key is understanding whether you're buying for ultimate control/feel (especially in mixed-surface contexts) or for “most performance per dollar” in typical road use.
Conclusion
On outright dynamic ability and control, the Potenza Sport Evo is the more driver-focused tire and the safer bet when conditions and surfaces get complex. In the SUV-oriented 255/45 R19 test it created meaningful gaps in the wet: 52.3 m vs 60.1 m in wet braking (about 13% shorter) and higher wet handling speed (88.9 vs 83.8 km/h). It also led in dry handling (106.6 vs 103.6 km/h) and was called the most dynamic tire on the gravel course, backing up that it's tuned for response and stability rather than comfort/value first.
The GitiSport S2+ is the smarter buy when price-to-performance matters most-and in 245/45 R19 testing it wasn't just “good for the money,” it was genuinely quick. It edged Bridgestone in both dry and wet braking by small but repeatable margins (34.3 vs 34.5 m dry; 27.2 vs 28.2 m wet in the braking test), ran slightly higher aquaplaning speeds in Autobild (94.5 vs 91.1 km/h straight aquaplaning), and was consistently quieter (71.7-71.8 dB vs 72.4-73.8 dB). Add the large value advantage (12.2 vs 16.39 price/1000 in Autobild) and the Giti makes a compelling case for everyday fast-road use-provided you're comfortable with the fact that in at least one major test format it fell to last place and was criticized for early wet sliding and limited wet reserves.
Practical takeaway: if you prioritize steering precision, high-speed composure and a bigger “safety buffer” when grip is variable, the Bridgestone is the premium, confidence-first choice (at a cost). If you want strong objective braking, low noise and standout cost efficiency in common road scenarios, the Giti is the value disruptor-but it's the tire here with the bigger variability risk across test types and vehicle/size contexts.
Potenza Sport Evo vs GitiSport S2+: your questions
Is the Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo or the Giti GitiSport S2+ the better tire?
In the 3 independent tests that ran both tires, the Giti GitiSport S2+ finished ahead 2 times and the Potenza Sport Evo once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Potenza Sport Evo scores 9.5 and the GitiSport S2+ 9.1 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Potenza Sport Evo or the GitiSport S2+?
The GitiSport S2+ led 6 of the 12 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 1.9% shorter in the wet across 3 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The GitiSport S2+ led 4 of the 6 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 1% shorter in the dry across 3 tests.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The GitiSport S2+ was 1.4 dB quieter (2 tests).
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Potenza Sport Evo 85% from 16 reviews; the GitiSport S2+ has no owner reviews yet.
Which is more expensive?
In the 2 tests that listed prices, the Potenza Sport Evo was the dearer tire in 2 of them, by 34.3% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Potenza Sport Evo is made in 115 sizes (16 to 22 inch) and the GitiSport S2+ in 20 (17 to 20 inch). 20 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Potenza Sport Evo is graded A for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the GitiSport S2+ A and C.
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Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tires ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
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