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  • D
    Fuel Efficiency
    Fuel Efficiency / Rolling Resistance: D

    How much fuel the tyre uses as it rolls. Graded A to E, where A is the most efficient and E the least.

  • B
    Wet Grip
    Wet Grip / Braking Performance: B

    How well the tyre stops in the wet. Graded A to E, where A is the shortest stopping distance. Each grade is worth roughly 3 metres, about a car length.

  • B71 dB
    External Noise
    Noise Emission / Exterior Noise: B (71 dB)

    How loud the tyre is from outside the car, measured in decibels. Graded A to C, where A is the quietest.

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Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL

4.5/5
(17 reviews)
  • Tick Icon Car
    Car tyre:

    Designed for cars, rather than vans, 4x4s or commercial vehicles.

  • Tick Icon Reinforced (XL)
    Extra Load or Reinforced tyres:

    A stronger sidewall lets this tyre carry more weight than a standard tyre of the same size. Marked XL on the sidewall.

Fully FittedFromBest choice
£9904
  • Fitted at a local tyre centre
  • Wheel balancing included
  • New valve & disposal included
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£8050
  • Delivered to your door
  • Fit at a local garage
  • Great value
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Product description & features

Reliability is one aspect of the Summer Touring Continental EcoContact 3, but sustainability is another. Driving every day produces an abundance of carbon. The EcoContact 3 is designed to minimise this by using a tread and casing which help to reduce the energy demand to keep the tyre rolling. It features a tread pattern which includes wide grooves running along the tread and channels that direct water away from where the tread meets the road. The EcoContact 3 includes fine slits throughout the tread, which increase the edges available for traction and braking on wet roads, and a tread pattern designed for uniform tread wear.

The EcoContact 3 is the predecessor for the Continental EcoContact 5. The EcoContact 5 increases the focus on wet-road safety balance with fuel efficiency even further. It features a similar low rolling resistance tyre design as the EcoContact 3 which strives to decrease fuel consumption in petrol cars and diesel cars, as well as in electric cars and e-vehicles, by improving the driving electric range. Tyres.co.uk offers the Continental EcoContact 3 to our customers.

Highlights

  • Wide grooves and water channels
  • Fine slits for wet traction
  • Tread pattern for even wear

Continental Eco Contact 3 Statistics

Dry Grip
 
 80%
Wet Grip
 
 78%
Road Feedback
 
 73%
Handling
 
 68%
Wear
 
 74%
Comfort
 
 78%
The above scores combine independent tests and owner reviews, weighted by Tyre Reviews for consistency and reliability.

Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL Tyre Reviews

There are 17 reviews of the Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
Overall rating
4.5/5
5 star
76%
4 star
11%
3 star
5%
2 star
0%
1 star
5%
Car make: Ford
Car model: Fiesta
By: Bethany C.
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
I have fitted these to my current Peugeot 306 and my old Escort alongside Firestone, Dunlop, Pirelli and the awful 10-month old Kleber tyres. No question about it, Continentals beat them all. They have similar grip to any premium tyre but the Continentals last much longer. They may not have the sporty look of some competitors but I don't think I would ever want to use another brand of tyre.
Car make: Ford
Car model: Fiesta
By: Archibald N.
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
Quite good in the snow!
Car make: Mazda
Car model: Demio
By: Minahil V.
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
Exceptional tyre, offers great traction and stopping ability when wet.
Car make: Mazda
Car model: Demio
By: Sidra Eyres
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
Good tyres all round.
Car make: Mitsubishi
Car model: Colt
By: Matias Samah
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
Excellent traction in both dry and wet conditions and a low noise level while driving. However, cornering may produce slight noise and improvements in fuel economy are very small.
Car make: Mitsubishi
Car model: Colt
By: Immanuel C.
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
These tyres gave me good grip and no sense of aquaplaning during my drive in the pouring rain today.
Car make: Peugeot
Car model: 108
By: Gaynor Whitfield
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
Good tyres provide excellent grip and a smooth driving experience.
Car make: Peugeot
Car model: 108
By: Darcey N.
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
The tyres have around 12,000 miles on them and they still appear almost new. Excellent value for money.
Car make: Peugeot
Car model: 206
By: Nuala G.
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
I purchased these because my normal Michelins were out of stock. They're not too bad and drive the same, but the Michelins seem to last longer.
Car make: Peugeot
Car model: 206
By: Caitlin Irvine
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
Recommended by Which? magazine - a great tyre at a great price.
Car make: Peugeot
Car model: 207
By: Gordon M.
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
I have had these Continentals fitted for about a month now. I chose them because of their good price and solid reputation. I usually go for Dunlop SP30s, but because they were out of stock I chose the Continentals because they had good reviews and were similarly priced. The car runs a lot smoother and quieter than when it had the Dunlops. It appears to be able to maintain high motorway speeds with less effort now. The grip on both dry and wet roads is good, even when the road is a bit bumpy and uneven when driving spiritedly. For the price, they are fantastic value for money. Would buy again!
Car make: Peugeot
Car model: 207
By: Ryleigh Shayma
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
These tyres are very good for their price. The Continental Eco Contact 3 has won awards in different countries. I would for sure recommend these tyres.
Car make: Renault
Car model: Twingo
By: Marlo S.
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
Superb grip in wet conditions and close to the legal tread limit. These tyres have been fantastic, lasting approximately 28,000 miles on the front and over 60,000 miles on the back of my diesel Corsa. Would buy again and highly recommend.
Car make: Renault
Car model: Twingo
By: Shayla Kilbee
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
Trustworthy and dependable tyres for a small car improving braking performance in wet situations. They give a feeling of security and offer a quiet and pleasant drive.
Car make: Kia
Car model: Picanto
By: Robert Cowie
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
At this moment, these tyres seem to be promising as they seem to be better in most categories. Most importantly, they are quieter than the Bridgestones, but also offer better feedback when driving straight.
Car make: Kia
Car model: Picanto
By: Aj Neal
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
They have been doing well, so I ordered another set for my daughter's vehicle. They were slightly more expensive, but seem to be standing up well.
Car make: Kia
Car model: Picanto
By: Rares Slocombe
Tyre review for Continental Eco Contact 3 175/65R14 86T XL
Definitely better than the original Yokohamas that came with the car - would recommend.
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