Additional information

Season

width

profile

diameter

Load Index

Speed Index

Brand

Vehicle Type

Passenger

Sidewall

Black Sidewall

Min Wheel Width

7.5

Max Wheel Width

9

Tread Depth

7

uTQG

200 A A

Full specifications

Everything you need to know about the 235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – Summer is on this page — what the size means, load and speed ratings, certifications like 3PMS and XL, which vehicles it fit, and how we ship to Ontario and Quebec.

Is the 235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – right for you?

235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – is a summer / summer – ultimate performance / passenger fitment tire, with Ontario and Quebec delivery details on this page.

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A good fit if you

  • Warm weather grip, responsive steering, and performance handling — what summer tires are built for.
  • Drivers who already swap to a dedicated winter set when temperatures drop below 7°C.

Think twice if you need

  • Winter driving — summer tires harden in the cold and won’t satisfy Quebec’s winter tire mandate.
  • Anyone who wants one set of tires to cover all four seasons in Ontario or Quebec.
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Quick Specs

  • Size: 235/45R17
  • Brand / Model: Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS –
  • Season: Summer
  • Vehicle Type: Passenger
  • Load / Speed: 94W (Load index 94 supports up to 670 kg per tire; speed rating W rated up to 270 km/h)
  • Certifications:
  • Delivery (Ontario & Quebec): Free shipping • 1–3 business days (Ontario and Quebec)

235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS –

Category: Summer – Ultimate Performance

The Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS is a dedicated summer tire with ultimate performance capabilities. It delivers track type handling while allowing you to run the same tire to and from the course. The Potenza RE-71RS has a highly asymmetric tread pattern with high-grip polymers designed for maximum dry grip. Solid ribs and low-angle grooves enhance lateral stiffness while beveled circumferential grooves to help support cornering and hydroplane resistance.

What these tire specs mean

  • Load index 94 means each tire can carry up to 670 kg. Check your door jamb placard — the tire needs to meet or beat the load rating your manufacturer specifies.
  • Speed rating W is the maximum sustained speed this tire is designed to handle under proper conditions. That works out to 270 km/h under correct load and inflation — not a target, just the rated ceiling.
  • UTQG 200 A A is a manufacturer-assigned grade for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance. Useful for comparing within the same brand — but it’s not a mileage guarantee, and ratings aren’t standardized across manufacturers.
  • Summer tires are built for maximum warm-weather grip — dry and wet roads where compound stickiness and tread design matter most. They harden in near-freezing temperatures and are not suitable for Ontario or Quebec winter driving.
  • Vehicle type indicates the service category this tire is built for — passenger car, light truck, commercial, or other. Matching the right category matters for load capacity, handling, and safety.

Where this tire fits in

The 235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – is a summer / summer – ultimate performance tire, built around a 235 mm section width for a 17-inch wheel.

In practical terms, this size gives you a 45-series sidewall of about 106 mm paired with a 17-inch wheel diameter — confirm this against your current tire’s sidewall marking before ordering.

Worth noting on the spec side: this tire carries load index 94 and speed rating W (~270 km/h), UTQG 200 A A when provided by the manufacturer.

About the 235/45R17 tire size

The 235/45R17 breaks down into three numbers:

  • 235 — tread width in millimetres, measured across the contact patch
  • 45 — sidewall height as a percentage of the tread width (roughly 106 mm of rubber between road and rim)
  • R17 — radial construction, for a 17-inch wheel

The 235/45R17 size is commonly found on mid size sedans, SUVs, and crossovers. Replacing a set? The full size marking is on your current tire’s sidewall — confirm width, profile, and rim diameter all match before you order.

What stands out — Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – 235/45R17

  • UTQG 200 A A — manufacturer-assigned treadwear, traction, and temperature grades. Useful for comparing within the same brand, but not a mileage guarantee.
  • Service description 94W: load index 94 means each tire carries up to 670 kg, speed rating W is rated to 270 km/h.
  • 235/45R17 mounts on a 17-inch wheel.
  • Season: Summer.

Vehicles that fit 235/45R17 tires

Based on our fitment database, this size is used on:

  • 2015–2024 Subaru WRX
  • 2015–2017 Volvo V60
  • 2011–2014 Subaru Impreza
  • 2011–2017 Volvo S60
  • 2010–2013 Mercedes-Benz E350
  • 2009–2017 Volkswagen CC
  • 2008 Subaru Impreza
  • 2007–2015 Volkswagen Eos
  • 2006–2011 Saab 45538
  • 2006–2009 Saab 45540
More vehicles that fit this size
  • 2006–2010 Volkswagen Passat
  • 2006–2013 Volvo C70
  • 2005 Volvo S80
  • 2004–2008 Acura TL
  • 2003–2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
  • 2002–2004 Audi A6
  • 2002–2003 BMW 540iT
  • 2001–2009 Audi A4
  • 2001–2003 BMW 525i
  • 2001–2003 BMW 530i

Find the right tires for your vehicle

Pick your year, make, model, and trim — we’ll show you everything we carry that fits, with Ontario and Quebec delivery details:

Common questions — 235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – Summer

What does the 235/45R17 tire size mean?

Break it down and 235/45R17 tells you three things: the tread is 235 mm wide, the sidewall stands at 45% of that — about 106 mm of rubber between road and rim — and it fits a 17-inch wheel. You’ll find this size most often on mid size sedans, SUVs, and crossovers.

Is the 235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – a Summer tire?

Yes — the 235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – is categorized as a Summer tire.

What does the 94W rating mean on the 235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS -?

The 94W on the Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – breaks into two numbers: load index 94, meaning each tire carries up to 670 kg, rated to approximately 270 km/h; and speed rating W, rated to 270 km/h under proper load and inflation. Your door jamb placard lists the minimum ratings your vehicle requires — match or exceed both.

Is the 235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – 3PMS rated?

No — the Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – doesn’t carry the 3PMS symbol. If Quebec winter compliance or severe snow traction is a priority, you’d want a tire that does.

Is the 235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – studdable?

Studdable status is not confirmed for this tire. Reach out and we’ll check the manufacturer specs for you.

Does the 235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – support run flat driving?

No — the Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – is a standard tire, not a run flat. If your vehicle came equipped with run flats, your replacement set needs to be run flat-capable too.

Is the 235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – an XL (extra load) tire?

No — the Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – is a standard load tire, not XL. Check your vehicle door placard or current tires to confirm what’s required before ordering.

What does speed rating W mean on the 235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS -?

Speed rating W on the Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – corresponds to a maximum sustained speed of 270 km/h under proper load and inflation. In practice, this tells you the performance category the tire is built for — not a number to chase on public roads.

Can I order the 235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – with delivery to Ontario or Quebec?

Yes — we ship the 235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – across Ontario and Quebec. Free shipping • 1–3 business days (Ontario and Quebec).

Why buy the 235/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS – from XYZTires if another tire looks cheaper?

A lower sticker price is worth comparing, but the full picture includes shipping cost, delivery timeline, whether it’s actually in stock, and whether the tire category is right for how you drive. We focus on making those details clear upfront — so you can compare real delivered value, not just the first number you see.

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