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  • C
    Fuel Efficiency
    Fuel Efficiency / Rolling Resistance: C

    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 3 265/40R20 104Y XL

5.0/5
(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
£25739
  • Fitted at a local tyre centre
  • Wheel balancing included
  • New valve & disposal included
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£23453
  • 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 3 265/40R20 104Y XL Tyre Reviews

There are 7 reviews of the Continental Sport Contact 3 265/40R20 104Y XL
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Car make: Audi
Car model: A8
By: Adi K.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 3 265/40R20 104Y XL
They laid the tyres down nicely and had no issues fitting them, looks like they know what they're doing! First impressions are very good, I can appreciate that the car seems to corner tighter now.
Car make: Audi
Car model: A8
By: Tamara Robbins
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 3 265/40R20 104Y XL
These have definitely boosted my confidence in driving, especially around corners. I can tell my car responses better so I appreciate that. I think I will hold onto these for a long time since they are working great.
Car make: Audi
Car model: S8
By: Tamsin T.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 3 265/40R20 104Y XL
Impressive grip in all types of weather.
Car make: Audi
Car model: S8
By: Zeeshan Depp
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 3 265/40R20 104Y XL
These tyres performance on the road is extremely good.
Car make: Audi
Car model: S8
By: Anabel A.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 3 265/40R20 104Y XL
An outstanding tyre with remarkable performance!
Car make: Porsche
Car model: Cayman GTS
By: Darren Hettie
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 3 265/40R20 104Y XL
I have been genuinely impressed by these tyres. I have had no slip at all in wet conditions, not even where there are puddles on the road. They are also so much quieter than the tyres I had before, and the ride quality is hugely improved.
Car make: Porsche
Car model: Cayman GTS
By: Yusef Bushra
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 3 265/40R20 104Y XL
Service was amazing as well as the fast delivery.
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