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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.

  • B73 dB
    External Noise
    Noise Emission / Exterior Noise: B (73 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 Sport Contact 3 265/35R18 97Y XL

4.9/5
(7 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
£21200
  • Fitted at a local tyre centre
  • Wheel balancing included
  • New valve & disposal included
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£19130
  • Delivered to your door
  • Fit at a local garage
  • Great value
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Product description & features

The ContiSportContact 3 from Continental uses a tread pattern with stiff centre ribs to ensure fast brake response. The asymmetric tread pattern uses large outer blocks to keep the outer tread shape when cornering. The outer tread blocks also keep the shape of the tread in contact with the road. With the outer blocks maintaining contact with the road, but the inner blocks having the ability to flex, Continental’s tread compound keeps the shape of the blocks but allows the tread to follow the road surface. The ContiSportContact 3 uses a tread pattern with lateral grooves that evacuate water to the outer edges of the tread to improve contact with the road.

Some ContiSportContact 3’s have the sidewall marking AO, meaning they received the approval of Audi. Others have the sidewall marking MO, meaning they were manufactured to the specifications of Mercedes-Benz. The ContiSportContact 3 was also the first in the line of performance tyres from Continental and was later replaced by the ContiSportContact 5. Tyres.co.uk sells the ContiSportContact 3.

Highlights

  • Stiff centre ribs
  • Asymmetric tread, large outer blocks
  • Lateral grooves move water outward
  • Audi and Mercedes-Benz approved versions

Continental Sport Contact 3 Statistics

Dry Grip
 
 87%
Wet Grip
 
 80%
Road Feedback
 
 81%
Handling
 
 77%
Wear
 
 62%
Comfort
 
 74%
The above scores combine independent tests and owner reviews, weighted by Tyre Reviews for consistency and reliability.

Continental Sport Contact 3 265/35R18 97Y XL Tyre Reviews

There are 7 reviews of the Continental Sport Contact 3 265/35R18 97Y XL
Overall rating
4.9/5
5 star
85%
4 star
14%
3 star
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Car make: Aston Martin
Car model: DB7
By: Bethany Dougal
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 3 265/35R18 97Y XL
Excellent feedback on traction and how predictable the vehicle's handling is.
Car make: BMW
Car model: 5 Series
By: Rehaan England
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 3 265/35R18 97Y XL
The staff were friendly and the fitting service was quick, so I have no complaints.
Car make: Mercedes
Car model: 320
By: Robert F.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 3 265/35R18 97Y XL
I appreciate the professionalism of the staff and the clear communication it was easy to understand what was being done to my car. My car feels safer now with the new tyres. The staff were extremely quick. I will be back again.
Car make: Mercedes
Car model: E-Class
By: Aoife Fitton
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 3 265/35R18 97Y XL
Great traction when pushing into turns.
Car make: Mercedes
Car model: SLK
By: Oliver Tayiba
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 3 265/35R18 97Y XL
To overall present excellent cornering stability and feel.
Car make: Nissan
Car model: 350Z
By: Hudson Nutella
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 3 265/35R18 97Y XL
I haven't had any issues. They seem to be quite durable so far and they wear evenly.
Car make: Lotus
Car model: Exige
By: Rumaysa Lyndsey
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 3 265/35R18 97Y XL
The tyres are great. They are perfect for my driving needs.
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