The Bridgestone Turanza ER33 is a premium grand touring summer tire released in 2011, designed to deliver quiet, comfortable ride quality along with reliable performance in both wet and dry conditions for drivers of sports coupes and sedans. Serving frequently as original equipment on vehicles from Infiniti, Lexus, and Toyota, the ER33 represents Bridgestone's commitment to balancing refined touring comfort with confident summer performance capabilities. The tire molds summer-optimized tread compound into a 5-rib symmetric tread design providing predictable handling and traction on dry roads, while circumferential tread grooves and lateral notches evacuate water efficiently from under the tire's footprint to enhance wet traction and reduce hydroplaning risk. Bridgestone backs the Turanza ER33 with substantial treadwear warranties of 70,000 miles for V and H speed-rated variants, or 60,000 miles for W-rated configurations, demonstrating confidence in its durability despite premium performance capabilities.
The Bridgestone Turanza ER33 utilizes internal construction featuring twin steel belts reinforced by spirally wrapped nylon stabilizing the tread area to enhance handling precision and high-speed capability, with speed ratings ranging from H (130 mph) to W (168 mph) appropriate for premium vehicle applications. User reviews averaging 66% across 486,000 miles reveal mixed experiences, with positive feedback praising exceptional durability approaching 50,000 kilometers on single sets with ample remaining tread, great dry grip delivering responsive feel up to 140 km/h, and decent wet performance providing confidence at reasonable highway speeds. However, significant concerns include notably loud road noise that increases with wear, and sudden loss of grip at corners rather than progressive breakaway characteristics preferred by performance-oriented drivers. Many sizes within this line have been discontinued as Bridgestone has introduced newer generation touring tires incorporating additional refinements. The Turanza ER33 served drivers seeking premium touring comfort with summer performance capabilities, though its mixed reviews suggest it may not satisfy enthusiasts demanding ultimate performance or drivers prioritizing whisper-quiet operation throughout the tire's service life.
