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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.

  • 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 5 245/45R17 99Y XL

4.6/5
(15 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
£17802
  • Fitted at a local tyre centre
  • Wheel balancing included
  • New valve & disposal included
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£15840
  • 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 5 245/45R17 99Y XL Tyre Reviews

There are 15 reviews of the Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R17 99Y XL
Overall rating
4.6/5
5 star
66%
4 star
26%
3 star
6%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
Car make: Lexus
Car model: IS 220d
By: Alistair Samraj
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R17 99Y XL
I'm impressed. The ride is gentler but you still have a firm grip with good steering response.
Car make: Lexus
Car model: IS 250
By: Freya Jemima
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R17 99Y XL
Great traction and long-lasting performance on the E-Class.
Car make: Lexus
Car model: IS 250
By: Melisa Patton
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R17 99Y XL
I drive only about 2000 miles a year. I've had these same tyres before and they still are my favourite.
Car make: Lexus
Car model: IS 300
By: Arran L.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R17 99Y XL
Value for money and excellent service from Tyres.co.uk. Plus, the E Class takes high quality tyres that wear evenly.
Car make: Lexus
Car model: IS 300
By: Mahira Masie
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R17 99Y XL
Great tyres! Excellent grip and long lasting!
Car make: Lexus
Car model: SC430
By: Tomas Kingdon
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R17 99Y XL
In easily handles cornering with excellent grip.
Car make: Lexus
Car model: SC430
By: Ethan Glynn
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R17 99Y XL
The tyres are doing well and have a good overall grip.
Car make: Mercedes
Car model: C-Class
By: Mckinley Leek
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R17 99Y XL
I am really happy with the performance of these tyres. They grip the road well and handle all kinds of weather excellently.
Car make: Mercedes
Car model: C-Class
By: Aston Bell
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R17 99Y XL
The new tyres are the same as the old ones, just with more tread. The Mercedes C Class does tend to go through tyres fairly quickly. Since it's rear-wheel drive, the back tyres wear evenly, but the front ones have outer edges that tend to wear down a lot faster from the sidewall pressure. Personally, I always choose premium tyres on any car I drive. You may thank me for that decision one day!
Car make: Mercedes
Car model: E-Class
By: Amalia Maddox
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R17 99Y XL
These tyres provide great grip no matter what the weather is like and are quieter than the Dunlop tyres I used to have. My car feels much more safe.
Car make: Mercedes
Car model: E-Class
By: Liam Numan
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R17 99Y XL
There's no doubt in my mind that the MPG improves and the road noise decreases on longer journeys! The longer the journey the better the car seems to behave! There's also an improvement in car handling! The longer the drive the more positive the improvements! Driving to the South of France is a positive driving experience! The improvements seem to increase the more you drive to the South of France. It's almost a guarantee!
Car make: Nissan
Car model: Skyline
By: Gabriela T.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R17 99Y XL
Fair enough. I've chosen these instead of my regular Goodyear asymmetric tyres. They aren't as good in the rain, however, they still offer excellent performance, and the durability is slightly better. The new Sport Contact has replaced the Contact 5, which I will think about for later.
Car make: Nissan
Car model: Skyline
By: Philippe Teasdale
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R17 99Y XL
Compared to the old, worn-out tyres, the new ones provide better traction and a more comfortable drive.
Car make: Chevrolet
Car model: Corvette
By: Marwa A.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R17 99Y XL
Very good. As anticipated.
Car make: Chevrolet
Car model: Corvette
By: Somer H.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R17 99Y XL
Better road grip and is more durable.
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