Bridgestone DriveGuard Plus Grand Touring All-Season Tires in 255/50R19

Grand Touring All-Season

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$ 320.99 Per Tire

Set of 4: $1,283.96

  • Size: 255/50R19
  • RunFlat Extended Mobility
  • Style: Blackwall
  • Eco Focus: N/A
  • Load Range: XL Load Range
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The DriveGuard Plus is Bridgestone's Grand Touring All-Season tire designed for the drivers of sedans, coupes, CUVs and SUVs looking for enhanced luxury with self-supporting, run-flat capabilities along with increased year-round traction, even in light snow.

DriveGuard Plus features Bridgestone's next-generation run-flat technology ideal for replacement on TPMS-equipped vehicles that may, or may not have come with run-flat tires fitted from the factory. This additional capability offers the peace of mind and flexibility that mobility will be maintained even after experiencing a tire puncture for up to 50 miles at up to 50 mph.

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The durable, all-season compound is molded into an asymmetric pattern with stiffer outboard shoulder blocks to promote stable cornering and braking. The inboard section is focused on grip for inclement weather. Zero-degree draft angle, circumferential grooves and open shoulder slots are utilized to help increase hydroplaning resistance. Full-depth features help maintain slippery road traction throughout the tire's life while providing consistent biting edges for traction in wintry conditions.

Construction of the DriveGuard Plus utilizes twin, steel belts with a nylon cap ply over a durable, two-ply polyester casing. Sidewalls feature added reinforcement to help temporarily support the vehicle after a puncture causes a loss of air pressure. Bridgestone's innovative Cooling Fin Design helps dissipate the heat generated during zero-pressure operation, allowing the tire to minimize some of the rigid sidewall construction required in traditional run-flat designs, helping maximize comfort.

NOTE: DriveGuard Plus run-flat tires are only recommended for vehicles that are equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system.

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The DriveGuard Plus is Bridgestone’s newest run flat Grand Touring All-Season tire designed to eliminate the traditional tradeoffs. We tested it against some of the best touring tires to see how it stands up.

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Tire Category: Grand Touring All-Season

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8.5 - Good
8.9 - Excellent
8.9 Hydroplaning Resistance
8.9 Wet Traction
9.3 - Excellent
9.2 Corner Stability
9.4 Dry Traction
9.3 Steering Response
7.7 - Good
8.2 Light Snow Traction
7.6 Deep Snow Traction
7.3 Ice Traction
8.5 - Good
8.7 Ride Quality
8.4 Noise
8.4 - Good

Bridgestone DriveGuard Plus Reviews

Feedback patterns show the Bridgestone DriveGuard Plus excels in comfort, with many ratings in the 8-10 range for a smooth, quiet ride. Treadwear receives strong praise, with scores often reaching 9-10, highlighting long-term durability. Winter traction is generally reliable in snow (8-9), though a few note reduced confidence on ice (scores as low as 5). Wet traction scores 7-10, with most users reporting secure handling, while dry traction consistently earns top marks (9-10) for responsive cornering and stability. The tire's all-season reliability and run-flat capability resonate well with grand touring drivers prioritizing comfort and performance.

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250 reviews mention "Wet Traction"

  • 236 positive
  • 14 negative

Most customers rate wet traction 9s and 10s, highlighting confident grip and reliable hydroplaning resistance. Scores between 7-8 still show strong wet performance for all-season driving needs.

March 12, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.4 out of 5 Star Rating
4.4 out of 5

Seems to handle wet...conditions really well...

Seems like really good set of tires. Seems to handle wet, snow, and dry conditions really well.
Seems to be a good, smooth, and long lasting tire. Still have lots of tread left.

Vehicle: 2018 Infiniti Q50 3.0t AWD
Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: GREENWICH, OH
Driving Style: Average

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June 24, 2025
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4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

...How well they handle (the best) in rain and snow is a bonus.

Tread ware is superior to Pirelli equivalent that I replaced. Slightly noisier. Unlike Pirelli, these come with a warranty. Pirelli's wear so fast (14,000 miles), no wonder that they do not warranty them. Highly recommend. How well they handle (the best) in rain and snow is a bonus.

Vehicle: 2016 BMW X3 xDrive28i Base Model
Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: BUFFALO GROVE, IL
Driving Style: Average

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June 18, 2025
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3.9 out of 5 Star Rating
3.9 out of 5

For a Run Flat tire the noise level, traction in both wet and dry are very good...

For a Run Flat tire the noise level, traction in both wet and dry are very good. Tire wear is average

Vehicle: 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350 Sedan Standard Model
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: GREENSBORO, NC
Driving Style: Average

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108 reviews mention "Winter Traction"

  • 90 positive
  • 18 negative

Winter Traction receives strong ratings, with most customers scoring 9s and 10s in snow and deep snow performance. Ice traction shows variability, with many 7-8s and a few lower scores. Overall, the DriveGuard Plus delivers confident grip in winter conditions, aligning well with its all-season design.

January 14, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...great traction in snow...

After years of replacing Continental GS SSR O.E. run flat tires with more of the same, I decided to try Bridgestone Drive Guard tires. What a difference! Quiet during the entire tire life, even wear, and great traction in snow. I cannot speak to tire life as run flat tires on a Mercedes is not much more than 20K miles and I sold the car with only 10K miles on the tires. Will replace the O.E. Continental run flat tires on my new Mercedes C300 with Bridgestone Drive Guard tires when the Continental’s wear out.

Vehicle: 2015 Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC Sedan Luxury Package
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: MERTZTOWN, PA
Driving Style: Spirited

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August 04, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.2 out of 5 Star Rating
4.2 out of 5

Tread wear is good and handles wet and snowy surfaces nicely...

Tread wear is good and handles wet and snowy surfaces nicely. TIRE performs well on asphalt roads however on grooved highway roads, the vehicle feels like it’s sliding (fish-tailing).

Vehicle: 2011 BMW 535i xDrive Gran Turismo Base Built Before 9/10
Miles Driven on Tires: 4,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: ELMA, NY
Driving Style: Average

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December 16, 2025
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N/A out of 5 Star Rating
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I think the Bridgestones are slightly better in the snow, though I have not had scary moments with any of these tires...

I have had 3 sets of tires on this car: Pirelli Cinturato P7s (low tread when I purchased the car), Michelin MXM4 ZP, and these Bridgestone Driveguards. All have been quite good in the snow and rain. Car specifies run flat tires with no provision for a spare. All of these have a really harsh ride. The Michelin's are my favorite for aggressive cornering in wet or dry. I think the Bridgestones are slightly better in the snow, though I have not had scary moments with any of these tires. They are all good. I now have 2 sets of wheels, so my plan is to continue using the Michelins as my summer tires, and the Bridgestones as my winter / ski tires.

Vehicle: 2016 BMW 328d xDrive Wagon Luxury Package
Miles Driven on Tires: 6,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: CASTRO VALLEY, CA
Driving Style: Spirited

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287 reviews mention "Dry Traction"

  • 280 positive
  • 7 negative

Customers consistently rate dry traction highly, with most scores between 9-10. The DriveGuard Plus delivers responsive handling and confident grip, excelling in dry conditions as expected for a Grand Touring All-Season tire.

October 09, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...Turn in and overall steering response are greatly improved as is high speed cornering. Dry weather traction is better especially under acceleration...

Over the last 10 years I have had 2 sets of the original Driveguard tires in addition to the OEM Michelins. This time I went with the Driveguard Plus tires and they are a huge improvement. Turn in and overall steering response are greatly improved as is high speed cornering. Dry weather traction is better especially under acceleration. Overall ride is smoother and quieter in town and on the highway. I have never had a set of tires that were such a noticeable improvement over previous ones.They make my Cadillac ATS feel new again, riding and handling as well or better than when I first got the car. I am impressed.

Vehicle: 2014 Cadillac ATS 2.0L Turbo AWD Luxury
Miles Driven on Tires: 500
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: GRAND JCT, CO
Driving Style: Spirited

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283 reviews mention "Ride Quality"

  • 252 positive
  • 31 negative

Most customers rate comfort highly with scores 8-10, praising the smooth ride and low noise levels. While a few lower scores exist, the DriveGuard Plus excels in delivering refined comfort for all-season touring.

December 19, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.2 out of 5 Star Rating
4.2 out of 5

...cost, noise Handling and comfort are all good so far

So far they have been good tires. Haven’t hast all the Wx yet to fully rate but cost,noise Handling and comfort are all good so far

Vehicle: 2015 BMW X1 xDrive28i Base Model
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: WAKEMAN, OH
Driving Style: Spirited

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July 09, 2025
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5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

Exceptional tires, comfortable yet sporty drive...

Exceptional tires, comfortable yet sporty drive. Tires were delivered directly to my mechanic for installation. Excellent service.

Vehicle: 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway
Location: SHOHOLA, PA
Driving Style: Spirited

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November 04, 2025
4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

...I could not ask for more comfortable, responsive tires.

In the past I have generally gone with Continental or Michelin tires. OEM tires on this car were Michelin Primacy. They were excellent but tread wore rather quickly, needed to be replaced after about 32000 mi. I had some question when Bridgestone tires were recommended. After about 8000 mi. of service, I am very satisfied with these tires. I hope they will wear better but I could not ask for more comfortable, responsive tires.

Vehicle: 2020 Cadillac CT5 AWD Runflat Tires
Miles Driven on Tires: 8,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: PENNINGTON, NJ
Driving Style: Average

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196 reviews mention "Treadwear"

  • 163 positive
  • 33 negative

Most customers rate treadwear 9s and 10s, highlighting excellent durability for Grand Touring All-Season use. While some lower scores exist, high marks emphasize long-lasting performance in varied conditions.

June 28, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...Sienna is a heavy vehicle that eats through tires. I was never able to get more than 30K out of a tire on it before. These lasted 42K and had some life left (I do not run to legal minimum, and prefer to change at 4/32)...

This is by far the best RFT tire I had on this car. Sienna is a heavy vehicle that eats through tires. I was never able to get more than 30K out of a tire on it before. These lasted 42K and had some life left (I do not run to legal minimum, and prefer to change at 4/32).
However, this longevity does not come at the expense of comfort, performance, etc. Mind you - this is a minivan, so I am not expecting track performance, but I still need decent handling and comfort. I never felt limited by the tires - only by the size and weight of the car itself.
I am comparing this tire with other BS RFT (Dueller, Turanza) as well as Conti RFT.

Just replaced with a fresh set of DriveGuard Plus.

Vehicle: 2020 Toyota Sienna AWD Limited
Miles Driven on Tires: 42,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: NEW YORK, NY
Driving Style: Average

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January 07, 2026
4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

...Compared to the OEM Pirelli tires these are quieter, handle as good (or better), and come with a 60K mile tread-life warranty. No other run-flat tire I've found comes with any tread life warrantee!...

An excellent run-flat tire for a luxury SUV. Compared to the OEM Pirelli tires these are quieter, handle as good (or better), and come with a 60K mile tread-life warranty. No other run-flat tire I've found comes with any tread life warrantee! In addition, the included Tire Rack Road Hazard Warranty has made me a Tire Rack customer for life! My area of Pennsylvania has terrible roads so I have had 2 Bridgestone run-flat tires get punctured in the past 1.5 years. The Bridgestone fund-flats performed as expected even when low on air after a puncture, got me home, then to the tire store for replacement. Reimbursement from the Road Hazard insurance provider was prompt and effortless.

Vehicle: 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 4MATIC SUV Sport Package
Miles Driven on Tires: 11,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: POTTSTOWN, PA
Driving Style: Average

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July 19, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

I am hoping these wear as well as the prior Bridgestones, I was very happy with the tread life...

I usually buy Michelin but this is my third set of Bridgestones. I was nervous that these tires wouldn’t be as quiet and composed as the TURANZA model I had prior. I am hoping these wear as well as the prior Bridgestones, I was very happy with the tread life. So far; these tires are quiet, ride well, handle well.

Vehicle: 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC Sedan Standard Model
Miles Driven on Tires: 300
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: POINT OF ROCKS, MD
Driving Style: Average

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