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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 5 245/45R18 100W XL

4.7/5
(20 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
£16398
  • Fitted at a local tyre centre
  • Wheel balancing included
  • New valve & disposal included
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£14328
  • 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 5 245/45R18 100W XL Tyre Reviews

There are 20 reviews of the Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
Overall rating
4.7/5
5 star
70%
4 star
25%
3 star
5%
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Car make: Audi
Car model: A7
By: Oluwadamilola Charge
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
Still, offers excellent traction, works well in the rain. Very happy.
Car make: Audi
Car model: A7
By: Caio Henry
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
The tyres are performing their function of allowing the car to drive along the road.
Car make: Audi
Car model: Allroad
By: Leon Roshni
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
These tyres instil confidence because they grip well in the current bad weather.
Car make: Audi
Car model: Allroad
By: Mahum P.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
I have noticed a considerable reduction in the sound of the tyres within the vehicle.
Car make: Audi
Car model: S8
By: Poppy Olson
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
Fantastic. Great performance xx.
Car make: Audi
Car model: S8
By: Emmanuella Maizie
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
Excellent performance and good ride.
Car make: Audi
Car model: S8
By: Clare Aditi
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
Great. Ride is comfortable.
Car make: BMW
Car model: M5
By: Kadi Jewitt
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
No problems at all.
Car make: BMW
Car model: M5
By: Ben Morrison
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
Fantastic! I certainly appreciate the enhancement over the budget tyres I used before. I will continue to choose premium tyres from Tyres.co.uk.
Car make: BMW
Car model: M5
By: Conor Drew
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
These are my second Continental Sport Contact 5 tyres for my Nissan 350Z, and they grip excellently in both the wet and dry. They are definitely better than the stock Bridgestone Potenzas. My last set did 15,000 miles including some track days so considering they are performance tyres, that's a reasonable amount of wear.
Car make: BMW
Car model: i4
By: Charlie Hughes
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
I can say honestly that they have kept their performance because I have always used this type of tyre since I bought the car new.
Car make: BMW
Car model: i4
By: Indya Asa
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
As expected from first-class tyres, they work exceptionally well.
Car make: BMW
Car model: i4
By: Nicolle Tait
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
I know that it is early to really say much, I will say that it is an improvement over my old Toyos, but its not a fair comparison since my Toyos were nearly worn out. I will need to drive a bit more to really give an accurate opinion.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: C5
By: Elise O.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
We are really happy with their performance in bad weather and on long distance trips.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: C5
By: Ariya K.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
Slightly louder than the last version of these tyres. Takes corners well and grips good in the wet.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: C5
By: Minnah P.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
Handling improved immediately.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: DS5
By: Kazim Greenshields
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
Truly fantastic!
Car make: Citroen
Car model: DS5
By: Cornelius M.
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
I will get the same tyres to replace the front ones. These tyres have been great.
Car make: Volvo
Car model: V90
By: Amie Capper
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
The performance on these tyres is much better especially when I'm towing my caravan.
Car make: Volvo
Car model: V90
By: Carly Lanham
Tyre review for Continental Sport Contact 5 245/45R18 100W XL
It's also great in wintry weather.
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