Additional information

Season

width

profile

diameter

Load Index

Speed Index

Brand

Vehicle Type

Passenger

Sidewall

Black Sidewall

Min Wheel Width

8

Max Wheel Width

9.5

Tread Depth

10

uTQG

140 A A

Detailed specifications

Listed are full spes for this 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance Summer tire — including load/speed ratings, certifications (3PMS / studdable / run-flat / XL), UTQG treadwear/traction/temperature grading, and shipping details for Ontario and Quebec.

Why choose the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance?

235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance is positioned as a summer / summer – supreme performance / passenger fitment tire with clear Ontario and Quebec delivery details.

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Best fit if you want

  • Warm weather grip, responsive steering, and sportier handling.
  • Drivers who already switch to dedicated winter tires when temperatures drop.

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  • Quebec winter tire compliance or cold weather winter driving.
  • A one tire year round setup for Ontario or Quebec.
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Quick Specs

  • Size: 235/40R18
  • Brand / Model: Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance
  • Season: Summer
  • Vehicle Type: Passenger
  • Load / Speed: 91(Y) (Load index 91 supports up to 615 kg per tire; speed rating (Y) rated up to 300 km/h)
  • Certifications:
  • Delivery (Ontario & Quebec): Free shipping • 1–3 business days (Ontario and Quebec)

235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance Summer

Category: Summer – Supreme Performance

The Bridgestone Potenza RE050A is a summer maximum performance tire. It is not meant to be driven in snowy or icy conditions. The Potenza RE050A provides dependable good traction on wet and dry roads and responsive handling. It comes as original equipment on select vehicles. This tire gives the driver a smooth, quiet ride.

What these tire specs mean

  • Load Index 91 is the tire’s standardized carrying capacity, supporting up to 615 kg per tire. Use it to confirm the tire meets or exceeds the load rating listed on your vehicle placard.
  • Speed Rating (Y) indicates the tire’s maximum sustained speed capability under proper load and inflation. This is approximately 300 km/h under proper load and inflation.
  • UTQG 140 A A is the manufacturer treadwear, traction, and temperature grading system. It is useful for comparing tires from the same brand, but it should not be treated as an exact mileage promise.
  • Summer tires are built for warm weather grip and should not be used as winter tires in Ontario or Quebec cold weather conditions.
  • Vehicle Type helps identify whether the tire is intended for passenger, light truck, commercial, or similar service categories.

How this tire is positioned

235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance is positioned as a summer / summer – supreme performance tire built around a 235 mm section width and 18-inch wheel fitment.

In practical terms, this size combines a 40-series sidewall of about 94 mm with a 18-inch wheel diameter, which is useful when matching an existing tire size and wheel setup.

Feature wise, this tire indicates load index 91 and speed rating (Y) (~300 km/h), UTQG 140 A A when provided by the manufacturer.

About the 235/40R18 tire size

The 235/40R18 size breaks down as follows:

  • 235 — tread width in millimetres
  • 40 — sidewall height as a percentage of tread width (approx. 94 mm)
  • R18 — fits a 18-inch rim

The 235/40R18 size is commonly found on mid size SUVs, crossovers, and sport sedans. If you’re matching an existing set, confirm the full size marking on your sidewall before ordering.

Key features — Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance in 235/40R18

  • UTQG: 140 A A — treadwear, traction, and temperature grading to help compare similar tires.
  • Load/Speed: 91(Y) — load index 91 supports up to 615 kg per tire, while speed rating (Y) is rated up to 300 km/h.
  • Size: 235/40R18 (fits an 18-inch wheel).
  • Season category: Summer.

Vehicles that commonly use 235/40R18 tires

Examples from our vehicle fitment lookup include:

  • 2023–2024 Acura Integra
  • 2023–2024 Toyota GR Corolla
  • 2021–2024 Hyundai Elantra
  • 2020–2024 Cadillac CT4
  • 2020 Cadillac CT4-V
  • 2020–2021 Mercedes-Benz A35 AMG
  • 2020–2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA35
  • 2017–2024 Honda Civic
  • 2017–2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC43
  • 2016–2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250
More vehicles that use this size
  • 2016 Volvo S80
  • 2015–2021 Alfa Romeo 4C
  • 2015–2017 Mercedes-Benz E400
  • 2015–2018 Volvo V60
  • 2014–2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA45
  • 2013–2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK55
  • 2012–2018 Ford Focus
  • 2011–2018 Volvo S60
  • 2010–2017 Mercedes-Benz E 550
  • 2010–2015 Mercedes-Benz E350

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Frequently asked questions — 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance Summer

What does the 235/40R18 tire size mean?

The 235/40R18 size indicates a tread width of 235 mm, a sidewall ratio of 40% (approximately 94 mm tall), and a 18-inch rim diameter. This size is commonly found on mid size SUVs, crossovers, and sport sedans.

Is the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance a Summer tire?

Yes — the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance is categorized as a Summer tire.

What does the 91(Y) rating mean on the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance?

On the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance, the service description 91(Y) indicates a load index of 91 and a speed rating of (Y) (approximately 300 km/h). The load index is the tire’s standardized carrying capacity, while the speed rating is the maximum sustained speed under proper load and inflation. Always match or exceed your vehicle manufacturer’s required load and speed ratings.

Is the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance 3PMS rated?

No — the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance is not listed as 3PMS rated.

Is the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance studdable?

This tire, 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance is not studdable. Contact us for any questions.

Does the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance support run flat driving?

No — the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance is not a run flat.

Is the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance an XL (extra load) tire?

No — the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance is not an XL (extra load) tire.

What does speed rating (Y) mean on the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance?

Speed rating (Y) on the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance corresponds to a maximum sustained speed of approximately 300 km/h under full load. Always obey posted speed limits regardless of tire rating.

Can I order the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance with delivery to Ontario or Quebec?

Yes — XYZTires ships the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance to addresses across Ontario and Quebec. Free shipping • 1–3 business days (Ontario and Quebec).

Why buy the 235/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A – Performance from XYZTires if another tire looks cheaper?

A lower sticker price is only one part of the tire purchase. Compare the final delivered cost, shipping time, stock status, fitment details, and whether the tire category matches how you drive. XYZTires focuses on clear Ontario and Quebec delivery details, product specifications, and fitment context so you can compare the real delivered value, not just the first price you see.

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