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Bridgestone Potenza S001 Car Tyre
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Bridgestone Potenza S001
225/40 R18 Y (92)

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Product description & features

The Bridgestone Potenza S001 is an ultra-high performance tyre featuring an asymmetric tread pattern and innovative construction.

To meet the high demands of top of the range sports and luxury vehicles, Bridgestone have designed the Potenza S001 with stiff shoulder blocks to deliver fantastic grip when tackling corners. This shoulder block design is also instrumental in delivering the traction required for reliable and quick braking.

Potenza S001 tyres are available in 17 inch, 18 inch, 19 inch, 20 inch and 21 inch rim tyre sizes.

High Speed Performance

The tyre features an off-centre straight rib has been used on the Potenza S001 to provide motorists with responsive and precise handling - whilst also ensuring the tyre's performance remains stable at high speeds.

Wet Weather Control

To reduce the risk of aquaplaning when out driving in wet road conditions, Bridgestone have used a high angle and wide groove pattern in the tread. The channels created from this design work to collect and remove surface water from the contact path of the tyre.

Bridgestone Potenza S001 Awards & Recognition

Since its launch, the Potenza S001 has been recognised the following tyre tests:

Potenza S001 Tyres Variants

The Bridgestone Potenza S001 is currently manufactured in 1 variant of tyre:

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 S001 - 225/40 R18 Y is a summer tyre.

Ratings & Reviews

There are
5205
reviews of the Bridgestone Potenza S001

5205
total ratings, with
1695
review comments
Overall rating
4.6/5
(5209 reviews)
5 star
71%
4 star
24%
3 star
3%
2 star
1%
1 star
1%
Overall rating of my tyres
4.6/5
I would buy the same tyres again
4.6/5
The car feels better to drive
4.2/5
The tyres were value for money
4.2/5
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Image #1; Bridgestone Potenza S001, 225/40 R18 Y; Alfa Romeo Giulietta
Image #2; Bridgestone Potenza S001, 225/40 R18 Y; Alfa Romeo Giulietta
Image #3; Bridgestone Potenza S001, 255/35 R19 Y; BMW 3 Series
Image #4; Bridgestone Potenza S001, 255/35 R19 Y; BMW 3 Series
Image #5; Bridgestone Potenza S001, 205/45 R17 W; Mazda MX-5
Image #6; Bridgestone Potenza S001, 245/35 R18 Y; BMW 1 Series
Image #7; Bridgestone Potenza S001, 225/45 R18 Y; BMW 3 Series
Image #8; Bridgestone Potenza S001, 255/35 R19 Y; BMW 4 Series
Image #9; Bridgestone Potenza S001, 255/35 R19 Y; BMW 4 Series
Image #10; Bridgestone Potenza S001, 255/35 R19 Y; BMW 4 Series
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Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 20/03/2025
  • Purchased on: 18/12/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 3,000
I have no problem with them. It is however early days.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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Driver’s 2nd review
  • Reviewed on: 17/01/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 5,500
Work well in all conditions. I have every confidence when driving with these tyres.
Driver’s 1st review
  • Reviewed on: 11/04/2024
  • Purchased on: 17/01/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,000
Excellent tyres.Good grip wet or dry.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 15/01/2025
  • Purchased on: 23/10/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,000
Perfect grip, balance and comfort.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 25/12/2024
  • Purchased on: 02/10/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
So far so good they seem good for my needs. ----------------
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 22/12/2024
  • Purchased on: 28/09/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,000
Very good - happy with the purchase
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 21/12/2024
  • Purchased on: 27/09/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,000
Delighted will the extra grip in wet and much more direct turn in when cornering, out perform the previous Pirelli P zeros all round.
Image #1; Bridgestone Potenza S001, 225/40 R18 Y; Alfa Romeo Giulietta
Image #2; Bridgestone Potenza S001, 225/40 R18 Y; Alfa Romeo Giulietta
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 14/12/2024
  • Purchased on: 18/09/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Really good, they give a smooth drive
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 12/12/2024
  • Purchased on: 19/09/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Good on all weather conditions
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 11/11/2024
  • Purchased on: 28/06/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,500
Good - same as last set. Poor in snow though (more the BMW than the tyre) - have a set of winter tryers which I put on from November.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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Driver’s 2nd review
  • Reviewed on: 07/11/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 3,000
Good grip in the wet, but also good in dry conditions Can’t comment on conditions in snow- none as yet!
Driver’s 1st review
  • Reviewed on: 01/02/2024
  • Purchased on: 08/11/2023
  • Approx. miles driven: 700
So far these have been great, both in wet & dry conditions. Will see how they go in the snow - when we get some!
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 26/10/2024
  • Purchased on: 26/07/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
High performance tyre, increased confidence and grip when driving in wet conditions.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 23/10/2024
  • Purchased on: 27/03/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 5,000
These perform.in all conditions. An excellent tyre.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 14/10/2024
  • Purchased on: 22/07/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 700
As good as before since when the car was bought new
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 10/10/2024
  • Purchased on: 12/02/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,000
Excellent, complements the legendary grip of the car
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 14/08/2024
  • Purchased on: 22/05/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
Strong grip and braking under all weather conditions.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 13/08/2024
  • Purchased on: 20/05/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 500
Excellent good value and service
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 05/08/2024
  • Purchased on: 13/05/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
Excellent, and fit for purpose.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 04/07/2024
  • Purchased on: 11/04/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
I am very happy with my purchase. No issues at all.
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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  • Reviewed on: 14/06/2024
  • Purchased on: 22/03/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,000
I got m8 gti clubsport these tyres do the job and this organisation is probably the best for price and delivery 👌 beats all the local garages in terms of price
Tyre review for Bridgestone Potenza S001 225/40 R18 Y
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Driver’s 2nd review
  • Reviewed on: 05/06/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 5,500
Still performing really week very pleased with them
Driver’s 1st review
  • Reviewed on: 23/08/2023
  • Purchased on: 30/05/2023
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
Very good would definitely buy same again
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