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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 5 245/40R18 97Y XL

4.7/5
(12 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
£15246
  • Fitted at a local tyre centre
  • Wheel balancing included
  • New valve & disposal included
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£13176
  • 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 5 245/40R18 97Y XL Tyre Reviews

There are 12 reviews of the Continental Sport Contact 5 245/40R18 97Y XL
Overall rating
4.7/5
5 star
66%
4 star
33%
3 star
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Car make: Aston Martin
Car model: DB7
By: Muna Townsend
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/40R18 97Y XL
They aren't bad, but I still haven't tried them out in really heavy rain. The last pair didn't do well in the snow, so I'm hoping these will be better.
Car make: Aston Martin
Car model: DB7
By: Carole Tahiya
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/40R18 97Y XL
The Continental SC 5 Tyres are of the highest quality and excel when driving in wet conditions.
Car make: Audi
Car model: A4
By: Roslyn Winter
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/40R18 97Y XL
These tyres change how you drive a car! I will definitely buy more if I need to. They are a bit expensive, but if you want the best, you have to pay!
Car make: Audi
Car model: A4
By: Emlyn L.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/40R18 97Y XL
Cannot fault them, excellent.
Car make: Audi
Car model: A5
By: Arianna Mitchell
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/40R18 97Y XL
Very good grip and wear.
Car make: Audi
Car model: A5
By: Zara F.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/40R18 97Y XL
Tyres last well but can be a bit noisy on certain road surfaces.
Car make: Audi
Car model: A6
By: Finnegan Huey
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/40R18 97Y XL
Stellar performance, no issues at all in the rain and dry weather.
Car make: Audi
Car model: TT
By: Raeesah Reshma
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/40R18 97Y XL
That's good, although it's what I expected with that price.
Car make: Audi
Car model: TT
By: Betsy W.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/40R18 97Y XL
Excellent tyres! I have used them previously and I can say they offer great durability and grip.
Car make: Audi
Car model: S4
By: Iman K.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/40R18 97Y XL
What a massive difference a simple change of tyres have made. The old ones made it so the car could barely have a steady acceleration and the ride was really bumpy. With the new ones, it clear that the acceleration has improved significantly and the drive feels smooth and balanced.
Car make: Audi
Car model: S5
By: Nabeeha T.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/40R18 97Y XL
The exceptional handling of this car offers the sensation that the vehicle is perfectly attached to the road surface.
Car make: Audi
Car model: S6
By: Amelia N.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/40R18 97Y XL
Great handling and braking.
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