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Bridgestone Potenza RE050A
215/40 R17 V (87)

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Excellent Grip in Wet
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Product description & features

  • Reduced noise levels for smoother ride
  • Excellent handling
  • Rapid water evacuation

The Bridgestone Potenza RE050A is a high performance tyre used as original equipment on a number of high end vehicles.

To tackle the unique challenges of driving in wet conditions, Bridgestone has designed the Potenza RE050A's tread pattern with an asymmetric tread pattern that effectively removes water from the tyre's contact patch - reducing the risk of aquaplaning.

Inside the carcass of the tyre, Bridgestone has made use of twin steel belts to reinforce the tread area for enhanced performance at top speeds.

Potenza RE050A tyres are available in 15 inch, 16 inch, 17 inch, 18 inch, 19 inch, and 20 inch rim tyre sizes.

Improved Wet Traction

Bridgestone developed Potenza RE050A on the back of their race-proven technology, making use of their UNI-T technology, noted for its reliable wet and dry traction.

Increased Response & Control

The tyre features a continuous central rib throughout the tyre and large tread blocks to deliver accurate handling feedback and stable performance - even at high speeds.

Bridgestone RE050A Tyres Variants

The Bridgestone RE050A is currently manufactured in 1 variant of tyre:

  • Passenger car tyres

Please note: before you select your tyres, ensure that the tyre size that you intend to order are the correct variant and matches your vehicle type.

The Bridgestone Potenza RE050A - 215/40 R17 V is a summer tyre.

Bridgestone Potenza RE050A - 215/40 R17 V Reviews

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Ratings & Reviews

There are
1950
reviews of the Bridgestone Potenza RE050A

1950
total ratings, with
504
review comments
Overall rating
4.5/5

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 255/30 R19 Y

  • Car make: BMW
  • Car model: 3 Series
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 17/07/2026
  • Purchased on: 17/04/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
Very good tyres look great

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 245/35 R20 Y

  • Car make: BMW
  • Car model: 6 Series
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 09/12/2025
  • Purchased on: 15/08/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 3,500
They feel exactly the same as the old set which I am very happy about

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 235/40 R19 Y

  • Car make: Lexus
  • Car model: RC
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 07/12/2025
  • Purchased on: 16/06/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 4,000
These tyres are a good all rounder suitable for all conditions.

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 255/30 R19 Y

  • Car make: BMW
  • Car model: 3 Series
  • 4 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 03/12/2025
  • Purchased on: 06/06/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Ok but nothing special

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 235/40 R18 Y

  • Car make: Ford
  • Car model: Focus
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 21/08/2025
  • Purchased on: 28/05/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,000
Extremely good for all weather conditions and also cornering and braking.

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 255/30 R19 Y

  • Car make: BMW
  • Car model: Z4
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 09/11/2024
  • Purchased on: 21/06/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
great, they are the standard fit for the Z4 and work a treat, a previous 3 series I owned with run flats tramlined a lot but not the Z4 with these

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 255/30 R19 Y

  • Car make: BMW
  • Car model: 3 Series
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 07/11/2024
  • Purchased on: 16/05/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,000
Absolutely love them great handling feels more solid on the road

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 255/30 R19 Y

  • Car make: BMW
  • Car model: Z4
  • 3 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 08/09/2024
  • Purchased on: 01/11/2023
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,500
Good in all conditions but very hard over potholes and bumps.

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 245/45 R17 Y

  • Car make: Lexus
  • Car model: IS
  • 1 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 17/07/2024
  • Purchased on: 23/04/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 700
Not pleased . Continueing slow puncture

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 215/40 R17 V

  • Car make: SEAT
  • Car model: Ibiza
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 19/10/2023
  • Purchased on: 11/05/2022
  • Approx. miles driven: 12,000
Excellent. Very happy indeed. - It has to improved the look and road holding of the car. Overall very happy with the purchase of the four types.

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 275/30 R20 Y

  • Car make: Mercedes-Benz
  • Car model: E-Class
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 23/09/2023
  • Purchased on: 06/12/2021
  • Approx. miles driven: 14,000
Handles well in all weather - Very unsatisfied already changed them due to them going bald

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 265/35 R19 Y

  • Car make: Porsche
  • Car model: Cayman 718
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 03/08/2023
  • Purchased on: 04/05/2023
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,000
They work great and give good grip in the wet and dry.

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 215/40 R17 V

  • Car make: Vauxhall
  • Car model: Astra VXR
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 01/08/2023
  • Purchased on: 02/05/2023
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Much better than old ones, very grippy in all weather even when accelerating fast

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 215/40 R17 V

  • Car make: Skoda
  • Car model: Rapid
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 27/07/2023
  • Purchased on: 04/05/2023
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Excellent grip in all conditions, heavy rain not a problem they cut through standing water well

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 215/40 R17 V

  • Car make: Volkswagen
  • Car model: Polo GTI
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 29/06/2023
  • Purchased on: 06/04/2023
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Really well. Car feels safe and assured

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 235/40 R19 Y

  • Car make: Ford
  • Car model: Mondeo
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 29/06/2023
  • Purchased on: 06/09/2021
  • Approx. miles driven: 27,000
they are good tyres and give good performance and good wheel protection with the wider tyre wall. - All good, as expected.

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 255/30 R19 Y

  • Car make: BMW
  • Car model: Z4
  • 3 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 29/04/2023
  • Purchased on: 10/06/2022
  • Approx. miles driven: 6,000
Perform well. Good grip and low noise

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 205/45 R17 W

  • Car make: Fiat
  • Car model: 124 Spider
  • 4 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 26/04/2023
  • Purchased on: 27/04/2022
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,000
Just fine. I have no regrets.

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 215/40 R17 V

  • Car make: Volkswagen
  • Car model: Polo
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 16/04/2023
  • Purchased on: 12/01/2023
  • Approx. miles driven: 4,000
Good. Good. Good. Good. Good. Good.

Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 225/35 R19 Y

  • Car make: BMW
  • Car model: Z4
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 23/02/2023
  • Purchased on: 26/08/2021
  • Approx. miles driven: 13,000
Tyres are wearing well but I would be reluctant to use Halfords again to fit them.
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