****Tyres**** who runs what

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Originally Posted by msford

Help, please, because I'm really confused.

As mentioned earlier, the current tyres on my 2011 MC Titanium Hatch are Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 235/45/R18 98Y. However, I have been searching online for tyre options and prices and when I select my car model details many tyre sites are recommending tyres 235/40/R18 with a load rating of 95W. I did more searching online and have found conflicting 'facts' on which are the correct tyres for my car. Most research has found the 235/40/R18 tyres mentioned as the right ones but some places have the 235/45/R18. What I have found is that the 2013 model appears to have moved to the 235/45/R18 size. The Red Book website confirms this (ie 2011 model has the 235/40/R18 and the 2013 model has the 235/45/R18).

I bought the car brand new but I have no idea what size tyres (apart from the fact that they were Bridgestone Potenza RE050A) were on it. I assumed that the Bridgestone store changed them for exactly the same type/size. Unless they mistakenly gave me the 2013 model tyres. Could that be possible? Can a 235/45 tyre be fitted onto a car that should be 235/40?

Any urgent help is appreciated as I may be needing new tyres as early as this week.

Simple answer...

As you noted, your car is a 2011 model not a 2013; so disregard what they might now do. Open up your drivers door and refer to your Tyre Placard, it will give you the answers you are seeking...

I have just referred to mine and it states the following for OEM 18" wheels; 235/45R18 98W / 235/40R18 95Y. So you have a choice of two (2) options. Now it comes down to availability and price of the tyres you are seeking.

As a side note I would say 45 profile tyres will give you a smoother ride.