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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.

  • A
    Wet Grip
    Wet Grip / Braking Performance: A

    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.

  • B72 dB
    External Noise
    Noise Emission / Exterior Noise: B (72 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 5 225/50R17 98Y XL

4.9/5
(18 reviews)
Wet Grip Excellence
  • 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
£15066
  • Fitted at a local tyre centre
  • Wheel balancing included
  • New valve & disposal included
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£13104
  • Delivered to your door
  • Fit at a local garage
  • Great value
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Product description & features

The Continental Sport Contact 5 is a premium summer tyre. The BlackChili compound used provides impressive braking and cornering control. The Sport Contact 5 uses an asymmetric tread design. Larger tread blocks are placed on the outer edge for cornering and braking support. Centre tread blocks stiffen at high speeds and a steady line is maintained by the centre ribs. The 3D grooves remove water from the contact patch.

The Sport Contact 5’s successor is the SportContact 6. The SportContact 6 also comes in ContiSeal and SSR constructions. ContiSeal tyres have a sealing layer beneath the tread which seals punctures up to 5mm. SSR (Self Supporting Runflat) tyres are constructed with reinforced sidewalls that support the vehicle after a loss of air pressure. Tyres.co.uk has extensive stocks of the Continental Sport Contact 5 in SSR and ContiSeal constructions.

Highlights

  • Premium summer tyre
  • Asymmetric tread design
  • Larger outer tread blocks
  • 3D grooves remove water

Continental Sport Contact 5 Statistics

Dry Grip
 
 86%
Wet Grip
 
 82%
Road Feedback
 
 79%
Handling
 
 76%
Wear
 
 51%
Comfort
 
 73%
The above scores combine independent tests and owner reviews, weighted by Tyre Reviews for consistency and reliability.

Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL Tyre Reviews

There are 18 reviews of the Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
Overall rating
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Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: 159
By: Kyle Tasker
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
I chose to stay with the same Continental tyres that were fitted as standard to the car. Tyres.co.uk had the best selection of local fitters and competitive pricing for the 3 tyres I switched out. I have since then driven 1,000 miles on them across various weather conditions including serious downpours, and I have noticed a considerable improvement in their performance.
Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: 159
By: Zachariah Janet
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
Now that they've settled in, they've got excellent traction.
Car make: Audi
Car model: A6
By: Areej Bryan
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
I feel safe and confident driving on the road because of the outstanding grip and handling.
Car make: Audi
Car model: A6
By: Lucie Nafisah
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
High quality tyres for a fair price.
Car make: Audi
Car model: S4
By: Leanne K.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
I paid a great price for my new tyres, including fitting. The tyres have really good performance and grip while driving in the rain and grip even better while driving in the dry. They also have low road noise which is good and fuel economy is decent, they are worth getting again, even at the price I got them for.
Car make: Audi
Car model: S4
By: Leen K.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
They have done an amazing job. Excellent grip, great handling, and surprisingly good durability. They are a million times better than the original Michelin Primacy which don't even compare.
Car make: BMW
Car model: Z4
By: Billie Reza
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
The steering is feeling more accurate.
Car make: BMW
Car model: Z4
By: Samson Amelia
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
Excellent.the perfect tyre for wet conditions.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: Berlingo
By: Ellie Curwood
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
Fantastic - performs far better than the Conti Sport Contact 3s that were originally fitted to the car.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: Berlingo
By: Bobbi N.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
The performance of the tyres is satisfactory.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: C4 SpaceTourer
By: Jack V.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
No problem at all.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: C4 SpaceTourer
By: Lottie P.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
I appreciate the services offered including fitting and service, and I am pleased with the performance of the tyres.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: C4 SpaceTourer
By: Yossi Audrey
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
Great grip in the wet, gives better feedback and runs quieter than my old tyres.
Car make: Volkswagen
Car model: Beetle
By: Keith Eastell
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
Everything seems fine so far, but it is still quite new.
Car make: Volkswagen
Car model: Beetle
By: Alaiya C.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
They have a superb grip on wet and dry roads.
Car make: Volkswagen
Car model: Beetle
By: Ayub H.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
Excellent traction all around and handles well in the rain. Slightly noisier than other brands on the motorway. Has an extra sidewall to protect the alloys. Reasonable compared to other premium brands. Would buy again.
Car make: Chevrolet
Car model: Epica
By: Elin Hollie-Rose
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
This has been greatly improved to be better at gripping and is also quieter now.
Car make: Chevrolet
Car model: Epica
By: Carmel V.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
Excellent. My previous set were Pirelli PZero Rossos as well, so performance differences are negligible. We expect these to manage better in the rain, that was the deciding factor for us.
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