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

8

uTQG

300 AA A

Detailed specifications

Listed are full spes for this 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – 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 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance?

245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – 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.

Double-check if you need

  • 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: 245/40R17
  • Brand / Model: Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance
  • Season: Summer
  • Vehicle Type: Passenger
  • Load / Speed: 91Y (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)

245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance Summer

Category: Summer – Supreme Performance

The Bridgestone Potenza Sport is a supreme performance summer tire that gives your sports car upgraded wet acceleration and handling over older generation tires. It takes curves confidently with enhanced cornering and excellent stiffness for responsive steering at high speeds. The Potenza Sport was built to maximize the thrill and excitement each time you hit the track.

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 300 AA 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

245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance is positioned as a summer / summer – supreme performance tire built around a 245 mm section width and 17-inch wheel fitment.

In practical terms, this size combines a 40-series sidewall of about 98 mm with a 17-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 300 AA A when provided by the manufacturer.

About the 245/40R17 tire size

The 245/40R17 size breaks down as follows:

  • 245 — tread width in millimetres
  • 40 — sidewall height as a percentage of tread width (approx. 98 mm)
  • R17 — fits a 17-inch rim

The 245/40R17 size is commonly found on light trucks, SUVs, and crossovers. If you’re matching an existing set, confirm the full size marking on your sidewall before ordering.

Key features — Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance in 245/40R17

  • UTQG: 300 AA A — treadwear, traction, and temperature grading to help compare similar tires.
  • Load/Speed: 91Y — load index 91 supports up to 615 kg per tire, while speed rating Y is rated up to 300 km/h.
  • Size: 245/40R17 (fits an 17-inch wheel).
  • Season category: Summer.

Vehicles that commonly use 245/40R17 tires

Examples from our vehicle fitment lookup include:

  • 2017–2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC300
  • 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300
  • 2012–2016 Mercedes-Benz C250
  • 2012–2015 Mercedes-Benz SLK250
  • 2012–2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350
  • 2009–2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK300
  • 2008–2014 Mercedes-Benz C300
  • 2007–2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK550
  • 2006–2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
  • 2006–2015 Mercedes-Benz C350
More vehicles that use this size
  • 2006–2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK350
  • 2006–2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280
  • 2005–2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK350
  • 2004–2009 Honda S2000
  • 2004–2007 Mercedes-Benz C230
  • 2004–2005 Mercedes-Benz C320
  • 2003–2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK500
  • 2002–2004 Mercedes-Benz C32
  • 2002–2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK320
  • 2002–2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK32

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Frequently asked questions — 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance Summer

What does the 245/40R17 tire size mean?

The 245/40R17 size indicates a tread width of 245 mm, a sidewall ratio of 40% (approximately 98 mm tall), and a 17-inch rim diameter. This size is commonly found on light trucks, SUVs, and crossovers.

Is the 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance a Summer tire?

Yes — the 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance is categorized as a Summer tire.

What does the 91Y rating mean on the 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance?

On the 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance, the service description 91Y 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 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance 3PMS rated?

No — the 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance is not listed as 3PMS rated.

Is the 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance studdable?

This tire, 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance is not studdable. Contact us for any questions.

Does the 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance support run flat driving?

No — the 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance is not a run flat.

Is the 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance an XL (extra load) tire?

No — the 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance is not an XL (extra load) tire.

What does speed rating Y mean on the 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance?

Speed rating Y on the 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – 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 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance with delivery to Ontario or Quebec?

Yes — XYZTires ships the 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – Performance to addresses across Ontario and Quebec. Free shipping • 1–3 business days (Ontario and Quebec).

Why buy the 245/40R17 Bridgestone Potenza Sport – 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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