POTENZA · ULTRA HIGH PERFORMANCE
Potenza Sport EVOFlagship sport tire review: is it good, who is it for
Bridgestone's new flagship sport tire, successor to the Potenza Sport, with shorter wet braking, longer tread life and EV readiness
- Type
- Sport (UHP)
- Sizes in Thailand
- 18–22 inch rims
- Warranty
- 2 years / 50,000 km
- EV
- EV Ready
10 sizes in stock, 18–19 inch
Summary
Potenza Sport EVO is Bridgestone's new high-performance sport tire, the successor to the Potenza Sport, launched in Thailand in mid-2026. It focuses on grip and braking on both dry and wet roads, longer tread life and lower rolling resistance. It suits high-performance sedans, European cars and EVs on 18-inch wheels and up.
How it improves on the previous model
Figures compared with the previous Potenza Sport, based on Bridgestone's own tests
Key technology
Specs
| Brand / model | Bridgestone Potenza Sport EVO |
|---|---|
| Type | Ultra High Performance sport tire |
| Predecessor | Potenza Sport |
| Sizes sold in Thailand | 71 sizes, 18–22 inch rims |
| Wet grip | Grade A on the EU tire label |
| EV | EV Ready, for both gas and electric cars |
| Made in | Developed and made in Europe (per Bridgestone Europe) |
| EU tire label (205/45R17 88Y XL) | Wet grip A · rolling resistance C · noise 72 dB (EU EPREL database) |
| EU tire label (all sizes in EPREL) | Wet grip A in almost all sizes (151 of 153 listings) · rolling resistance mostly C (some sizes B or D) · noise 71–73 dB |
| Independent tests | sport auto 2026 (205/45 R17): 1st of 7, score 9.2 “überragend” (outstanding) |
| Warranty | Covers manufacturing defects for 2 years or 50,000 km · See terms |
Sizes
| Size | Status | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 235/40R18 | In stock | See price |
| 245/45R18 | In stock | See price |
| 245/50R18 | In stock | See price |
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| 255/40R18 | In stock | See price |
| 265/35R18 | In stock | See price |
| 275/40R18 | In stock | See price |
| 225/45R19 | In stock | See price |
| 235/40R19 | In stock | See price |
| 275/35R19 | In stock | See price |
| 275/40R19 | In stock | See price |
| 225/50R18 | Out of stock | See price |
| 235/45R18 | Out of stock | See price |
| 245/40R19 | Out of stock | See price |
| 255/45R19 | Out of stock | See price |
| 285/30R19 | Out of stock | See price |
Who it's for
- High-performance sedans and European cars on 18-inch wheels and up
- EVs that want a sport tire but still need good range per charge
- Drivers who use the expressway often and want high-speed stability and confident braking in the rain
FAQ
How is the Potenza Sport EVO different from the Potenza Sport?
Based on Bridgestone's tests, the EVO brakes 5% shorter on wet roads and 2% shorter on dry roads, lasts 15% longer and has 6% lower rolling resistance, and it is EV ready.
Can the Potenza Sport EVO be used on an EV?
Yes. Bridgestone says it is an EV Ready tire for both gas and electric cars.
What sizes does the Potenza Sport EVO come in?
In Thailand there are 71 sizes on 18–22 inch rims. See the sizes Subphaisal has ready to ship in the size table above.
Where is the Potenza Sport EVO made?
Bridgestone Europe says the Potenza Sport EVO is developed and made in Europe. The Bridgestone brand is Japanese, founded in 1931 in Kurume. The country of manufacture of each tire is shown on the sidewall.
What is the Potenza Sport EVO treadwear rating?
300 on the US UTQG rating (300 AA A) for every size sold in the US, the same as the previous Potenza Sport in most sizes. Treadwear numbers are a rough way to compare tread life between models, not the actual distance a tire will last.
How did it do in independent tests?
It won. Germany's sport auto magazine tested 7 summer tires in 205/45 R17 on a Mazda MX-5 in 2026. The Potenza Sport EVO scored the highest overall at 9.2, rated “überragend” (outstanding). Testers praised its dry and wet grip and short braking distances, with minor criticism of straight-line aquaplaning, ride comfort and slightly louder noise. This was a test of European-market sizes.
What warranty does the Potenza Sport EVO have?
Every tire bought from Subphaisal is covered by the manufacturer against manufacturing defects for 2 years or 50,000 km, for both store pickup and delivery. See the warranty page for details.
Where can I get the Potenza Sport EVO installed?
Order online and choose installation at any of Subphaisal's 5 branches in Thonburi and Nonthaburi, booking a date and time at checkout, or have the tires shipped anywhere in Thailand.
Sources: Bridgestone Thailand — Potenza Sport EVO · Bridgestone EMEA Press — Potenza Sport EVO with ENLITEN · Bridgestone USA — Potenza Sport EVO · EPREL (EU) — Potenza Sport EVO 205/45 R17 88Y XL · sport auto / auto motor und sport — Sommerreifen-Test 205/45 R17 (2026) · Bridgestone Corporation — Company history 1931–1940
Warranties are provided by the tire manufacturers. Subphaisal submits claims on your behalf, and the manufacturer decides the result.
Interested in the Potenza Sport EVO?
See prices for every size. Book online and pay at a branch, or get free shipping anywhere in Thailand.