Bridgestone 225/55 R17 97V Turanza T005A 2024

Bridgestone Turanza T005A 225/55R17 97V is a premium summer touring passenger-car tyre developed for a balanced combination of wet-road safety, dry-road handling, ride comfort, reduced road noise and everyday driving stability. Bridgestone lists the exact 225/55R17 97V specification within the Turanza T005A range, including an OE application for the Mazda 6.

About Bridgestone Turanza T005A 225/55R17 97V

The Turanza T005A is designed for drivers who prioritise a comfortable and quiet touring experience while still requiring dependable performance on wet and dry paved roads. The 225/55R17 specification has a 225 mm nominal section width, 55-series profile and 17-inch rim diameter, while the 97V service description identifies the tyre's load and speed capability. Bridgestone's official Singapore specification data confirms this exact size and 97V rating. 

Wet-Road Performance

The Turanza T005A is engineered with an optimised contact design and tread configuration intended to maintain consistent contact pressure between the tyre and road. Bridgestone positions the T005A as a touring tyre offering assured safety and dependable performance during wet-road driving.

Wet Braking

The T005A's construction and tread design are developed to support controlled braking and stable road contact in wet conditions. Its touring-oriented design is intended to provide predictable grip during everyday braking and cornering on paved roads, particularly when road surfaces are wet. 

Dry-Road Handling

The T005A is designed to provide stable handling and a controlled steering response on dry paved roads. Its construction is intended to maintain consistent contact with the road, making the tyre suitable for urban driving, motorway use and longer-distance touring. 

Ride Comfort and Noise

Comfort and quietness are central characteristics of the Turanza T005A. Bridgestone describes the model as providing greater comfort and superior quietness, while its optimised contact design is intended to reduce road shock and impact noise. Reinforced sidewall construction also contributes to damping and ride comfort. 

Rolling Resistance

The Turanza T005A is developed with efficiency and everyday touring performance in mind. For the exact 225/55R17 97V specification, available European product data identifies C for rolling resistance, C for wet grip and 70 dB for external rolling noise. These label values should be associated with the specific listed 97V version rather than automatically applied to every T005A size or market variant. 

Summer Road Use

The Turanza T005A 225/55R17 97V is classified as a summer passenger-car tyre. It is intended primarily for paved-road driving in warm-weather conditions, with emphasis on comfort, quietness and predictable wet and dry-road performance rather than severe winter or off-road use. 

Load Capacity

The 97 load index corresponds to a maximum load capacity of 730 kg per tyre under the applicable operating conditions. Vehicle axle-load limits and the vehicle manufacturer's recommended inflation pressure must always be followed. 

V Speed Rating

The V speed rating corresponds to a maximum rated speed of 240 km/h under the applicable load and inflation conditions. The vehicle manufacturer's specified speed rating should always take priority. The exact 225/55R17 97V T005A specification is confirmed by Bridgestone's official product data. 

Vehicle Compatibility

Bridgestone Turanza T005A 225/55R17 97V should only be installed on vehicles approved for this exact tyre size and service description. Bridgestone lists this particular 97V specification with an original-equipment application for the Mazda 6, but compatibility should always be checked against the vehicle manufacturer's recommended tyre dimensions, load index, speed rating and wheel specifications before installation.