Bridgestone Potenza S001
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Ratings, dimensions, and construction details for the Bridgestone Potenza S001 in size 195/50R20.
Features & benefits
- A tread pattern tuned for the tire's primary job (performance grip and wear)
- Siping and groove geometry that help evacuate water and maintain contact
- A rubber compound chosen for the temperature and surface mix this line targets
- Size coverage across common passenger and light-truck fitments where available
Technical specs
Size 195/50R20
- Load index
- 1,433 lbs (93)
- Max speed
- 168 MPH (W)
- Load range
- Standard (SL)
- Tire size
- 195/50R20
Editorial opinions for the model series
Independent magazine and lab tests, distilled into a quick conclusion plus the main strengths and weaknesses from each report.
2020Conclusion: exemplary (1,3)
3rd place out of 49
Tested tire: Bridgestone Potenza S001 245/45 R18
Further details available from Auto Bild- Tyre Reviews2011
Conclusion: good (1,9)
3rd place out of 11
Tested tire: Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/45 R17
Further details available from Tyre Reviews- Best tire in the dry
- Tyre Reviews2014
Conclusion: satisfactory (2,7)
5th place out of 11
Tested tire: Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/45 R17
Further details available from Tyre Reviews - Tyre Reviews2012
Conclusion: satisfactory (2,8)
5th place out of 10
Tested tire: Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/45 R17
Further details available from Tyre Reviews - Auto Zeitung2011
Conclusion: satisfactory (2,9)
7th place out of 14
Tested tire: Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/45 R17
Further details available from Auto Zeitung- Traded wet performance for improved dry grip
- Where it sets the benchmark
2011Conclusion: satisfactory (3,1)
4th place out of 7
Tested tire: Bridgestone Potenza S001 245/40 R18
Further details available from Sport Auto- A good all round tire without shining in any particular area
- 2020
Conclusion: satisfactory (3,2)
11th place out of 20
Tested tire: Bridgestone Potenza S001 245/45 R18
Further details available from Auto Bild- A wet specialist with a good balance and safe handling properties
- Good aquaplaning reserves
- Short braking distances
- Average wear
- High rolling resistance
- 2011
Conclusion: satisfactory (3,3)
6th place out of 10
Tested tire: Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18
Further details available from Auto Bild- Specialises in dry conditions with dynamic sporty handling
- Good steering precision and short braking distances. Good reserves to aquaplaning
- Slightly longer braking distances in wet conditions
- Higher rolling resistance
- Road noise loudest
- Tyre Reviews2012
Conclusion: satisfactory (3,3)
6th place out of 10
Tested tire: Bridgestone Potenza S001 235/40 R18
Further details available from Tyre Reviews- Unlike when
- Auto Express2013
Conclusion: adequate (3,7)
7th place out of 10
Tested tire: Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/45 R17
Further details available from Auto Express - Tyre Reviews2010
Conclusion: adequate (4,0)
7th place out of 9
Tested tire: Bridgestone Potenza S001 235/35 R19
Further details available from Tyre Reviews- A good performer in both the wet and dry
- A lack of steering feel leaves the tire feeling average
- Auto Express2011
Conclusion: adequate (4,1)
8th place out of 10
Tested tire: Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/45 R17
Further details available from Auto Express - 2013
Conclusion: adequate (4,1)
8th place out of 10
Tested tire: Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18
Further details available from Sport Auto- Like the Pirelli
- Starting to show its age and scores mid table in all tests
- 2015
Conclusion: adequate (4,4)
6th place out of 7
Tested tire: Bridgestone Potenza S001 235/35 R19
Further details available from Sport Auto- Short braking distances on dry roads
- Good resistance to aquaplaning
- Good steering feel
- Long braking distance on wet roads
- Average handling on dry surfaces
- Relatively low levels of comfort
- 2012
Conclusion: adequate (4,5)
8th place out of 9
Tested tire: Bridgestone Potenza S001 235/35 R19
Further details available from Sport Auto- Does not show any glaring weaknesses, but no outstanding strengths
- Tyre Reviews2014
Conclusion: poor (5,0)
10th place out of 10
Tested tire: Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/45 R17
Further details available from Tyre Reviews
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