Bridgestone Potenza Sport 245/40R17
Bridgestone Potenza Sport 245/40R17 91Y Max Performance Summer Tire 008130
💡 Is the Bridgestone Potenza Sport 245/40R17 a Good Tire?
Yes — the Bridgestone 245/40R17 is a Good-rated summer Max Performance tire (606 surveys) suited for mid-size sedans and compact SUVs. Strong dry handling and cornering precision, though lacks traction in wet or cold conditions. Currently priced from $235.39, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Bridgestone Potenza Sport 245/40R17 is a max performance summer tire, designed for sports car, coupe, and sedan drivers who prioritize high-speed handling and responsive steering in warm weather conditions. Its tread design and compound focus on maximizing grip through large circumferential ribs and broad shoulder blocks while enhancing wet traction capabilities.
The tire features a next-generation tread compound that reinforces block stiffness for improved steering response and high-speed stability. The specially engineered pattern geometry ensures even contact patch pressure and promotes water evacuation to resist hydroplaning, while the uninterrupted circumferential ribs provide enhanced longitudinal grip and the outboard shoulder blocks increase cornering traction. Driver feedback points to excellent dry performance with strong wet capabilities, delivering good overall comfort while maintaining the responsive characteristics expected from a performance-focused design.
Compared to all-season tires, it prioritizes maximum warm-weather performance and handling precision over year-round versatility. Overall, it's a solid choice for performance vehicle owners used primarily for spirited driving and daily use in warm, dry, and wet conditions where winter weather is not a concern.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
★Bridgestone Potenza Sport 245/40R17 🏁 Max performance summer | $235.39 | ⭐ Good (606 reviews) | Sports car and performance sedan daily driving | ☀️ Summer |
🛣️ Comfort-focused touring | $101.65 | ⭐ Excellent (40 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in varying weather | 🌤️ All Season |
🏁 Ultra high performance | $175.76 | ⭐ Excellent (8 reviews) | Performance sedan daily driving | ☀️ Summer |
🏁 Ultra high performance | $180.77 | ⭐ Excellent (707 reviews) | Sports car enthusiasts seeking year-round performance | 🌤️ All Season |
🏁 Max performance summer | $234.99 | ⭐ Excellent (15 reviews) | Performance sedan daily driving | ☀️ Summer |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"Competitive in its class, this max performance summer tire delivers precise handling and strong grip for sports car enthusiasts and performance sedan drivers. Expect shorter tread life and limited cold weather capability compared to all-season alternatives."
