Bridgestone Potenza RE040

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Potenza RE040

Ultra High Performance Summer

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The Potenza RE040 is an Ultra High Performance Summer Original Equipment tire designed to complement the performance of sports coupes and sports cars including the Acura NSX, Audi TT, BMW 3 Series, Lexus SC430, Nissan 350Z and Toyota MR2. The Potenza RE040 was developed to provide good traction along with responsive and predictable dry and wet road handling. Like all summer tires, the Potenza RE040 tires are not intended to be driven in near-freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.

On the outside, the Potenza RE040 features a high grip tread compound molded into a subtly directional tread design. A continuous center rib and large rectangular tread blocks provide responsive handling, high-speed stability and traction on dry roads, while circumferential and lateral tread grooves are aimed to pump water out from under the tire's footprint to minimize hydroplaning and aid wet traction. Internally, the Potenza RE040 features twin steel belts reinforced by spiral wrapped nylon to stabilize the tread area and enhance handling, high-speed capability and ride quality while minimizing weight. The fabric cord body and hard rubber sidewall filler helps blend uniform ride quality with steering response and lateral stability.

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SIZE	UTQG	MAX. LOAD	Max. Inflation Pressure	Tread Depth	Tire Weight	Rim Width Range	Meas. Rim Width	Sect. Width	Tread Width	Overall Diam.	Revs. Per Mile	Country of Origin*

SIZE	UTQG	MAX. LOAD	Max. Inflation Pressure	Tread Depth	Tire Weight	Rim Width Range	Meas. Rim Width	Sect. Width	Tread Width	Overall Diam.	Revs. Per Mile	Country of Origin*
215/45ZR16 86W SL	140 A A	1,168 lbs.	44 psi	10/32"	21 lbs.	7-8"	7"	8.2"	7.4"	23.5"	886	JP
215/45ZR17 SL	140 A A	1,201 lbs.	51 psi	10/32"	23 lbs.	7-8"	7"	8.4"	8"	24.6"	847	JP

Notes

Specifications shown are as accurate as possible based on the information provided to us by the tire manufacturers. The dimensions reflect average values for tires measured on the specified measuring rim width. Individual tires may vary from data shown.

All tires are subject to continuous development. The tire manufacturers and Tire Rack reserve the right to change product specifications at any time without notice or obligation.

*Although regularly updated, the country of origin for any tire may vary from the country shown here. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate requests for tires with a specific country of origin.

For assistance selecting products for your vehicle, please contact our sales specialists at 888-541-1777 or via email.

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Warranty summary for replacement tires purchased on or after 10/01/15

Treadlife Warranty:

None

Uniformity Warranty:

First 1/32" of wear

Workmanship & Materials Warranty:

5 Years / Free replacement first 3 years, then prorated until 2/32" remaining depth.

Manufacturer's Road Hazard Warranty:

None

Manufacturer Warranty Brochure:

Manufacturer Special Warranty:

30 Day Buy & Try Guarantee (1)

Additional Information:

(1) Full refund or exchange

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Warranty summary for replacement tires purchased between 05/01/14 and 09/30/15

Treadlife Warranty:

None

Uniformity Warranty:

First 1/32" of wear

Workmanship & Materials Warranty:

5 Years / Free replacement first 3 years, then prorated until 2/32" remaining depth.

Manufacturer's Road Hazard Warranty:

None

Manufacturer Warranty Brochure:

Manufacturer Special Warranty:

30 Day Buy & Try Guarantee (1)

Additional Information:

(1) Full refund or exchange

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Warranty summary for replacement tires purchased between 12/01/11 and 04/30/14

Treadlife Warranty:

None

Uniformity Warranty:

First 1/32" of wear

Workmanship & Materials Warranty:

5 Years / Free replacement first 3 years, then prorated until 2/32" remaining depth.

Manufacturer's Road Hazard Warranty:

None

Manufacturer Warranty Brochure:

Manufacturer Special Warranty:

30 Day Buy & Try Guarantee (1)

Additional Information:

(1) Full refund or exchange

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Warranty summary for replacement tires purchased between 03/01/10 and 11/30/11

Treadlife Warranty:

None

Uniformity Warranty:

First 1/32" of wear

Workmanship & Materials Warranty:

5 Years / Free replacement first 3 years, then prorated until 2/32" remaining depth.

Manufacturer's Road Hazard Warranty:

None

Manufacturer Warranty Brochure:

Manufacturer Special Warranty:

30 Day Buy & Try Guarantee (1)

Additional Information:

(1) Full refund or exchange

Notes

See official manufacturer's warranty brochure for specific details.

New vehicle Original Equipment tire warranties often differ from those covering replacement tires. Consult your vehicle documents to confirm Original Equipment tire warranty coverage.

Ratings & reviews Bridgestone Potenza RE040

CONSUMER SURVEYS
Based on 594 submissions of our online survey.

Average Rating:

Performance Category: Ultra High Performance Summer

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Survey Stats
9,289,594 Total Miles Reported
15 out of 16 in Ultra High Performance Summer Tires
71% vs. best in Ultra High Performance Summer Tires

Would You Recommend?

3.0 - Poor

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Wet Performance

6.2 - Fair

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Dry Performance

7.8 - Good

Winter/Snow Performance

N/A

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Comfort Performance

5.6 - Fair

Treadwear Performance

4.6 - Fair

Note: Consumer Survey Ratings are from 0-10 with 10 being the highest.

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