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Bridgestone Potenza RE 71RS - Test Results

Test Statistics

3

Tests Completed

2nd

Average Position

1st

Best Result

3rd

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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Across three tests, the Bridgestone Potenza RE 71RS consistently excels in dry and wet track performance, averaging a 1.7 overall position with one Highly Recommended award. It dominates objective and subjective handling metrics, particularly on road courses and autocross, and shows standout wet grip versus peers in the Tire Rack test. Results against hyper-focused rivals (Michelin Cup 2 R, Hoosier TrackAttack Pro) show it remains very competitive, though not always the outright fastest on long runs.
Minor drawbacks include average comfort and noise, and slight pace fade on longer dry runs versus the very soft-compound track specialists. Overall, it is a benchmark for extreme performance/200TW-style use with exceptional consistency in handling and braking.

Performance Strengths
  • Dry Handling Performance Strong
    • 1st place dry handling in 2025 Tire Rack test (99.38 s)
    • 1st place dry handling long run in 2025 Tire Rack test (99.78 s)
    • 1st place dry handling in 2023 Bridgestone comparison (112.5 s)
    • 1st place autocross dry handling in 2025 Cup 2 R vs Hoosier vs RE71RS test (40.8 s)
  • Wet Weather Performance Strong
    • 1st place wet braking in 2025 Tire Rack test (47.5 m)
    • 1st place wet handling in 2025 Tire Rack test (31.05 s)
    • 1st place subjective wet handling in 2025 Tire Rack test (8 pts)
  • Overall Competitive Consistency Strong
    • Average overall position 1.7 across 3 tests
    • Test win: 1/7 overall in 2025 Tire Rack test
    • Highly recommended award in 2025 Cup 2 R vs Hoosier vs RE71RS test
Performance Weaknesses
  • Comfort and Noise Moderate
    • 4/7 subjective comfort in 2025 Tire Rack test (+4.2% from best)
    • 4/7 subjective noise in 2025 Tire Rack test (+16% from best)
  • Long-Run Dry Pace vs Track Specials Moderate
    • 3/3 dry handling long run in 2025 Cup 2 R vs Hoosier vs RE71RS test (+0.8% from best)
    • 3/3 subjective dry handling in same test (+5% from best)
Performance Over Time

Test History

1
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2025 Tire Rack Extreme Performance Track Tire Test

2025

The Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS remains the category champion by balancing performance with relative civility. Road noise was noticeable but steering was a highlight with firm, natural weighting an...
Strong:
Dry Braking, Dry Handling, Dry Handling Long Run, Subj. Dry Handling, Subj. Wet Handling, Wet Braking, Wet Handling
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3
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Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R vs Hoosier TrackAttack Pro vs Bridgestone Potenza RE71 RS Highly Rec.

2025
Winner: Hoosier TrackAttack Pro

The Bridgestone warmed up fast, and was easy to drive, but it required bigger steering inputs which made the car feel a little sluggish compared to the OE tire. Also, on a heavy M3 on a hot day, th...
Strong:
Dry Handling, Dry Handling - Autocross
Weak:
Dry Handling Long Run, Subj. Dry Handling
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1
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Bridgestone Potenza Sport vs Potenza Race vs RE-71RS

2023

The RE71 RS is the fastest track tire of the group, running another 2 seconds quicker than the Race. It warms up quickly and maintains consistent lap times. Despite being branded as track-only, it ...
Strong:
Dry Handling
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