Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ 225/45R18

Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ 225/45R18 91W Ultra High Performance All-Season Tire 012769

🌀️ All SeasonπŸ’° $176.29πŸ“ 225/45R18πŸš— Passenger Car

πŸ’‘ Is the Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ 225/45R18 a Good Tire?

The Bridgestone 225/45R18 is an all-season touring tire designed for mid-size sedans and compact SUVs. Balanced comfort and handling for daily driving, though tread life may not match premium touring competitors. Currently priced from $176.29, it is available through major online tire retailers.

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About This Tire

The Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ 225/45R18 is a summer tire, designed for performance-oriented drivers who prioritize responsive handling and enhanced dry traction in warmer weather conditions. Its advanced compound and tread design focus on maximizing grip and steering precision during spirited driving and everyday performance applications.

This tire features Bridgestone's performance-tuned construction with a specialized summer compound that remains flexible in warm temperatures while providing firm contact with the road surface. The tread pattern incorporates directional elements designed to channel water effectively while maintaining solid dry pavement contact. As a newer model in the Potenza lineup, it builds on Bridgestone's performance tire heritage with updated materials and engineering.

Compared to all-season tires, it emphasizes maximum warm-weather performance and precise handling characteristics over year-round versatility. Overall, it's a solid choice for sports cars, performance sedans, and enthusiast vehicles used primarily for spirited driving and daily performance in temperatures above 45Β°F.

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TirePriceRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ 225/45R18
🌀️ All-season versatility
$176.29⭐ N/APerformance sedans and sports cars🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$124.76⭐ Good (11 reviews)Daily highway commuting in varied weather🌀️ All Season
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
$172.16⭐ Good (451 reviews)Winter commuting in snow-prone regions❄️ Winter
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$184.44⭐ Good (370 reviews)Luxury sedan daily commuting🌀️ All Season
🌀️ All-season versatility
$199.03⭐ N/APerformance car daily driving🌀️ All Season
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Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ 225/45R18
🌀️ All-season versatility
Price
$176.29
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A
Best For
Performance sedans and sports cars
Season
🌀️ All Season
Kumho Majesty 9 Solus TA91 225/45R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$124.76
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (11 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting in varied weather
Season
🌀️ All Season
Firestone Winterforce 2 225/45R18
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
Price
$172.16
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (451 reviews)
Best For
Winter commuting in snow-prone regions
Season
❄️ Winter
Continental ProContact TX 225/45R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$184.44
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (370 reviews)
Best For
Luxury sedan daily commuting
Season
🌀️ All Season
Toyo Proxes Sport A/S+ 225/45R18
🌀️ All-season versatility
Price
$199.03
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A
Best For
Performance car daily driving
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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Summer Compound
Specialized rubber formulation optimized for warm weather performance and enhanced grip in temperatures above 45Β°F.
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Performance Focus
Directional tread design engineered to deliver responsive steering and confident handling during spirited driving.
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Wet Traction
Tread pattern incorporates water evacuation channels to maintain contact and control on wet summer roads.
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Potenza Heritage
Part of Bridgestone's established performance tire lineup with updated engineering and materials.
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Balanced Profile
225/45R18 sizing provides a performance-oriented sidewall height while maintaining reasonable ride comfort.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Performance sedans and sports carsβœ“ Spirited driving and weekend enthusiastsβœ“ Daily driving in warm climatesβœ“ Drivers prioritizing handling over all-season versatility
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Specifications

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Size
225/45R18
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Load Index
91
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Speed Rating
W
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TirePath Editorial Review

3.5
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"Particularly effective for performance-focused drivers who prioritize sharp handling and responsive steering in warm weather conditions. The summer-only tread compound means you'll need separate tires for cold weather driving."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026

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