Apex Speed Craft

The Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R is an Extreme Performance Summer tyre designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars. Here are some key details from the review:

• Type: Extreme Performance Summer tyre designed for Passenger Cars.
• Replaced By: Bridgestone Potenza RE 71RS.

Ratings:

• Overall Rating: 75%
• Dry Grip: 98%
• Wet Grip: 80%
• Road Feedback: 85%
• Handling: 93%
• Wear: 53%
• Comfort: 40%
• Buy Again: 97%

User Reviews:

1. Subaru Impreza WRX STI (225/45 R17) – 20,000 miles on mostly country roads:
   • Pros: Outperforms previous tyres in terms of outright grip. Great wet weather performance. Effective in small standing puddles.
   • Cons: Noisy on the highway due to tread pattern. Performance drops with deep puddles.
   • Overall: Lasted about 20,000 miles with aggressive daily driving. Would buy again.
2. Toyota MK2 MR2 Turbo (215/40 R17 W) – 13,000 miles on various roads:
   • Comment: High-performance tires.
3. Mazda MX5 2.0 SE (ND 2015 onwards) (205/50 R16) – 2,000 miles mostly in town:
   • Pros: Very aggressive tyre. Performance on dry road tops other DOT tyres.
   • Cons: A bit pricey.
   • Wet Performance: Not tested in wet conditions.
4. Nissan (35 R19) – 23,800 miles on various roads:
   • Pros: Great performance in dry conditions. Even wear. Good durability. Quick and connected road feel.
   • Cons: Uncomfortable ride. Reduced grip in wet conditions.
   • Overall: Recommends the tire for the sporty feel it delivers.
5. Subaru BRZ (245/40 R17) – 2,000 miles on track:
   • Pros: Fast heat up and grip. Sticky and great for autocross or circuit.
   • Cons: Noise and comfort are tertiary to the grip. Not recommended for regular road use due to wear, heat cycling risk, and picking up debris.
   • Comparison: Faster than similar tires from Hankook, Dunlop, or Falken.
6. Lexus LS400 (40 R17) – 500 miles on track:
   • Pros: Ultimate autocross/time trial tire in the 200tw category.
   • Cons: Wears more like 150tw. Doesn’t communicate well at the limit. Noisy for daily driving.
   • Overall: 10/10 would buy again.
7. Porsche Boxster 2.5 (225/45 R17 W) – 4,000 miles on various roads:
   • Pros: Spectacular turn-in, phenomenal grip, superior to Michelin PS4S for track use.
   • Cons: Wears faster and noisier than PS4S.
   • Overall: Prefers RE71R for mixed daily driver/track use.
8. Toyota MK3 MR2 Roaster (205/45 R16) – 4,900 miles on various roads:
   • Pros: Dominating grip, especially in wet conditions. Good tread life.
   • Cons: Extremely noisy for daily driving. Pricy when not on promotion. Rubber pilling can make tires unusable even with adequate tread depth.
9. Hyundai Genesis Coupe V6 (255/40 R18) – 5,000 miles on track:
   • Pros: Ultimate autocross tire. Provides all the grip needed.
   • Cons: Wears more like 150tw. Needs to be cooled on hot days. Doesn’t communicate well at the limit. Noisy.
10. Subaru Impreza WRX STI Type RA 1999 (225/45 R17) – 3,000 average miles on track:

• Pros: Fantastic performance on dry roads. Very aggressive.
• Cons: Quiet noisy for daily driving.
• Overall: Would buy again.

Sentiment Analysis:

The Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R is highly regarded for its dry grip and handling capabilities. Many users have praised its performance, especially in dry conditions, and its aggressive nature. However, some users have noted its noise level, especially on highways, and its wear rate. Despite these concerns, the majority of users have expressed a willingness to purchase the tire again, indicating overall satisfaction.

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