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  • B
    Fuel Efficiency / Rolling Resistance: B

    Rolling resistance has a direct impact on fuel consumption. A tyre's rolling resistance score ranges from A to E.

  • A
    Wet Grip / Braking Performance: A

    A tyre's wet grip capacity is expressed in Grades from A to E. The difference in braking distances between each grade is roughly 3m - an average car length.

  • 72B
    Noise Emission / Exterior Noise: 72

    The exterior noise grade of a tyre is expressed in decibels and accompanied by an external rolling noise rating - ranging from A (least exterior noise) to C (highest level of noise).

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Continental Premium Contact 5

235/55R17 Continental Premium Contact 5 103W XL
Excellent Grip in Wet
  • Tick Icon Car
    Car tyre:

    These tyres have been specifically designed for fitment and use on cars.

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

    These tyres are designed with a stronger sidewall, making them capable of handling more weight than your average tyre. Typically, they are classified by the letters 'XL' on the sidewall.

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Use Code
SAVE10
Fully Fitted price
£16182
Mail order price
£14220
Product description & features

The Continental Premium Contact 5 is a summer tyre built for modern passenger cars, from family hatchbacks to executive saloons and estates. Tuned for everyday UK driving, it focuses on confident road manners in both dry and wet conditions, without sacrificing refinement on longer motorway runs. The casing is engineered to keep the footprint stable under braking and cornering, helping the car feel predictable when roads are busy or weather changes.

A wide, asymmetric tread pattern combines solid outer shoulder blocks for precise steering with more open inner sections that clear water efficiently. Continuous circumferential grooves and carefully placed lateral channels move standing water away from the contact patch to support wet grip and reduce the risk of aquaplaning. Fine tread edges help the compound bite into damp surfaces, improving braking performance while maintaining even pressure across the tread for consistent wear. It’s produced in a wide spread of 15–19 inch sizes, with selected XL load-rated options for heavier vehicles.

On the road, these tyres are designed to roll smoothly and quietly, with a compound aimed at lowering energy loss for sensible fuel efficiency rather than aggressive eco claims. In independent tyre tests, the Premium Contact 5 has frequently been commended for its balanced wet performance and safe handling. You can buy Continental Premium Contact 5 tyres online in all available sizes on Tyres.co.uk, then choose fitting at a nearby garage of your choice or opt for delivery.