Surpass AS01

About the Nokian Surpass AS01

All-Season Ultra High Performance Passenger Car tire.

Features

* Aramid strong sidewalls* Silica sense tread compound* Pothole protection* M+S Rated* 55,000 Mile/90,000 km Limited Treadwear Warranty

Benefits

* Provides durability against potholes and other road hazards* For stability and handling for all conditions* Improves wet and dry handling, bolsters longevity and reduces rolling resistance

Understanding the 245/40R18 XL size

In the size code 245/40R18, 245 is the section width in millimetres (about 9.6"). 40 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 40% of the width, or roughly 98 mm. R18 means radial construction on a 18-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 25.7".

The load index 97 means each tire supports up to 1,609 lbs — about 6,436 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol W certifies the tire to 168 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.

What the Nokian Surpass AS01 is built for

The Nokian Surpass AS01 is an all-season tire, balancing dry grip, wet traction and tread life across spring, summer and autumn conditions. It carries an M+S (mud and snow) marking for light winter service. Fitment category: Passenger Car, Performance, UHP.

Tread life and grip ratings

This tire carries a UTQG rating of 560 AA A. The treadwear grade of 560 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 $151.59 per tire, a full set of four costs $606.36. That is about 11% below the average price of the 127 tires we stock in this size. Backed by a 55,000-mile treadwear warranty, that works out to roughly $11.02 per 1,000 miles across the set.