Tyre comparison
Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS vs Continental ExtremeContact Force
It depends on how you drive. Choose the Potenza RE-71RS for dry grip. Choose the ExtremeContact Force for tread life, quiet & comfort and efficiency. The ExtremeContact Force usually costs less.
Bridgestone
Potenza RE-71RS
Fastest-in-class 200TW; heats up quickly.
Extreme performance (200TW) · Premium
Continental
ExtremeContact Force
Consistent over long sessions; lasts well for a 200TW.
Extreme performance (200TW) · Mid-range
Fit score by driver
The same 0–100 score the calculator ranks tyres by, weighted for each kind of driver. How we score
| Driver | Potenza RE-71RS | ExtremeContact Force |
|---|---|---|
| Mostly track | 87 (higher) | 77 |
| Road + track days | 72 | 72 |
| Spirited roads | 71 | 72 (higher) |
Trait by trait
Out of 10, against other extreme 200TW tyres.
Potenza RE-71RS
Where the scores come from
Independent tests
- Tested by
- Tire Rack
- Year
- 2024
Tire Rack 2024 Extreme test: fastest dry lap 1:39.70; owners 6.2/10 noise; short tread life.
Data last reviewed: October 2026
ExtremeContact Force
Where the scores come from
Estimated: no independent test of this tyre found
- Tested by
- Tire Rack
Tire Rack/GRM 200TW coverage; no lap numbers read.
Data last reviewed: October 2026
Questions
Which is better, the Potenza RE-71RS or the ExtremeContact Force?
It depends on how you drive. Choose the Potenza RE-71RS for dry grip. Choose the ExtremeContact Force for tread life, quiet & comfort and efficiency. The ExtremeContact Force usually costs less.
Where do these ratings come from?
From independent tyre tests where they exist (ADAC, Auto Bild, Tyre Reviews, evo, Tire Rack and others), rated 1 to 10 against other tyres in the same category, last reviewed October 2026. Neither tyre maker nor any retailer can change them.