Bridgestone
Potenza S-04 Pole Position
245/45R18
$123.05/tire
$164.07
Set of 4: $492.20
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Specifications
| Size | 245/45R18 Potenza S-04 Pole Position |
|---|---|
| Width | 245 mm |
| Aspect ratio | 45 |
| Rim diameter | R18 |
| Load index | 96 |
| Speed rating | Y |
| Load range | SL |
| UTQG | 280 AA A |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 10/32" |
| Weight | 28.56 lbs |
| Max pressure | 51 psi |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) | No |
| Run-flat | No |
About the Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position
Summer Ultra High Performance Passenger Car tire.
Features
* Silica enriched tread compound* Large stiff outside shoulder blocks* Wide circumferential grooves* Renoa silencer groovers* Platinum Pact Limited Warranty* 90-Day Buy and Try Guarantee
Benefits
* Supports enhanced wet and dry traction* Helps improve steering response* Help improve wet traction and hydroplaning resistance* Help minimize pattern noise
Understanding the 245/45R18 size
In the size code 245/45R18, 245 is the section width in millimetres (about 9.6"). 45 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 45% of the width, or roughly 110.3 mm. R18 means radial construction on a 18-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 26.7".
The load index 96 means each tire supports up to 1,565 lbs — about 6,260 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol Y certifies the tire to 186 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.
Tread life and grip ratings
This tire carries a UTQG rating of 280 AA A. The treadwear grade of 280 is a relative durability score — a grade of 200 is expected to last roughly twice as long as a grade of 100 under the same controlled test. Traction grade AA measures straight-line wet stopping grip (AA is highest, then A, B and C). Temperature grade A reflects heat resistance at sustained speed (A is highest).
Price and value
At $123.05 per tire, a full set of four costs $492.20. That is about 31% below the average price of the 145 tires we stock in this size.
Frequently asked questions
What does the tire size 245/45R18 mean?
245 is the section width in millimetres, 45 is the aspect ratio (sidewall height as a percentage of width, about 110.3 mm), and R18 indicates radial construction for a 18-inch wheel. Overall diameter is approximately 26.7 inches.
What are the load and speed ratings of the Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position 245/45R18?
Its load index of 96 allows up to 1,565 lbs per tire. Its speed rating of Y is certified to 186 mph. Check your door-jamb placard and do not fit a tire rated below the vehicle's requirement.
How much does a set of 4 Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position 245/45R18 tires cost?
A single tire is $123.05 and a set of four is $492.20.
Does the Potenza S-04 Pole Position come in other sizes?
Yes — we stock 1 additional Potenza S-04 Pole Position size besides 245/45R18. Fit only a size approved for your vehicle.
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