We really like the new Potenza Sport, as it’s more sporty and dynamic than the usual tyre in this category, but still perfectly usable and safe for everyday driving, which makes it unique. It’s rolling resistance, mileage and overall comfort are also on a good level, except for a slighty higher noise.
Exceptional handling on the wet
Short braking distance on wet roads
Great handling on dry roads
Short braking distance on dry roads
Excellent steering response on dry roads
High rolling resistance/high fuel consumption
High drive-by noise levels
4.45/5
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Year
Organization
Size
Rating
4
2024
Autobild
265/35 R19
Good
1
2025
Autobild
225/40 R18
-
1
2024
Autobild
225/55 R17
Exemplary
3
2024
Autobild
235/55 R19
Good
5
2023
Tyre Reviews
225/40 R18
Recommended
5
2023
Automotorsport
255/45 R20
Very good
3
2023
Gute-Fahrt
235/35 R19
Good +
2
2023
Autozeitung
235/35 R19
Test winner
4
2023
ACE
225/45 R18
Highly recommended
6
2023
SportAuto
225/40 R18
Very good
2
2023
Autobild
225/40 R18
Outstanding
5
2022
Autobild
225/45 R18
Good
3
2022
Tyre Reviews
255/35 R19
Recommended
6
2022
Autobild
245/40 R19
Good
3
2022
Sportauto
235/35 R19
Very good
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Bridgestone Potenza Sport ( 265/35 ZR19 (98Y) XL EVc )
Our favorite every-day performance tyre that delivers fast laps on dry circuits while being safe for the daily commute, having won multiple tests in wet conditions. However, if you lean more towards comfort and low rolling resistance, the PremiumContact 7 might be a better choice.
The P Zero range is with us for a long time, also being a favorite choice for car manufacturers as first equipment. It’s a good, well balanced and enjoyable tyre. It tends to get quite a few mid-life updates so make sure you get the latest one.
Short braking distance on dry roads
Exceptional handling on the wet
Short braking distance on wet roads
High rolling resistance/high fuel consumption
4.25/5
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Year
Organization
Size
Rating
20
2025
Autobild
225/40 R18
-
4
2023
Autozeitung
235/35 R19
Highly recommended
2
2023
Gute-Fahrt
235/35 R19
Very good -
11
2023
Autobild
225/45 R18
Satisfactory
5
2023
ACE
225/45 R18
Highly recommended
3
2023
Autobild
225/45 R18
-
5
2023
SportAuto
225/40 R18
Very good
3
2023
Autobild
225/40 R18
Outstanding
4
2022
Sportauto
235/35 R19
Good
7
2021
Tyre Reviews
225/40 R18
Recommended
3
2021
Autozeitung
225/40 R18
Highly recommended
2
2017
EVO
225/40 R18
-
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Pirelli P Zero PZ4 SC ( 265/35 ZR19 (98Y) XL ALP )
265/35 R19 doesn't belong to the most popular dimensions for summer tyres - there are 35 tyre models available, which can be compared to 205/45 R17, 195/75 R16, 225/70 R15. Let's break down the sizing - 35 is height of the tyre, which is calculated as 35% of the tyre width (265mm), which means the sidewall height has 92.75 mm. The wheel diameter is R19, which means it fits to a 19 inch/482.6mm diameter wheel. The total circumference of the tyre is 2098.9 mm, which is very similar to 205/70 R15(2098.58 mm), 215/55 R17(2099.53 mm), 235/45 R18(2100.78 mm), 175/75 R16(2101.41 mm), 265/40 R18(2102.35 mm), 265/30 R20(2095.44 mm), 235/50 R17(2094.81 mm). There are multiple speed indexes available for summer tyres in 265/35 R19: W(270km/h), Y(300km/h). The same goes for weight indexes: 94, 98. You can find 265/35 R19 on 10 car models - mainly Audi, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Cadillac, Koenigsegg.