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ContiSportContact™ 3

3 out of 5 (6 Reviews)

A maximum performance summer tire with supreme steering precision and outstanding traction and braking capabilities. 

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ContiSportContact™ 3 Specifications for

255/40R17 (94W)

Load Index 941477 lbs

Speed Rating W168 MPH

Tread Wear 280
Traction AA
Temperature A
Article Number 03500420000
Approved Rim Width 8.5 - 10.0
Tire Diameter 25.0 in
Tire Weight 21.4 lbs
Max Load 1477 lbs
Rim Protect Yes
Max Inflation Pressure 51 psi
Side Wall BSW
Overall Section Width 10.2 (9.0) in
Tread Depth 10/32 in
Tire Metric Metric
Load Range SL
Revs Per Mile 831
UTQG 280 AA A

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Not only does the purchase of Continental brand tires purchased as a replacement tire ensure quality and performance, it also provides an extra measure of confidence with the support of the Total Confidence Plan.

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Flat Tire Roadside Assistance*

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Road Hazard

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Tread Wearout Coverage*

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Superior Performance

The ContiSportContact™ 3 unique high performance tread design greatly improves responsiveness and cornering stability. The special tread design also provides exceptional handling and braking even in wet conditions, and the tire's structure enhances handling as well as high speed capabilites.  

Combined with the innate noise reduction forces built into the tire, the ContiSportContact™ 3 is a powerfully agile high performance tire as comfortable on the highway as it is on the street.

Mileage 6
Fuel Efficiency 6
Handling 9
Wet Traction 10
Quiet Ride 8

Conditions

Dry
Wet

Overall Ratings

50% Would Recommend
6 Reviews Average Overall Rating
Treadlife
Performance
Traction
Comfort

Customer Reviews

Rated 4 out of 5 by from Substitute for Dunlop Sport 9000's on Lotus Esprit I had the Contact 3 tires installed on my Esprit when unable to find the Dunlop Sport 9000's which came with the car. In summer and even in dry but cold situations the tires are excellent. I am unable to comment on treadlife and in fairness, have not been to the track. Haven't driven them in snow and don't intend to. This said, they complement a high performance sports car. Esprit Owner.
Date published: 2010-12-23
Rated 5 out of 5 by from good value i bought the contisports to replace the stock michelins on my acura tl-s. the new tires have comparable dry grip, better wet grip, slightly harsher ride with the offset of a bit better turn-in response, and they are very slightly more loud. i'm at the point now when the michelins would be getting low on tread, but the contis still have at least half of it's tread left.
Date published: 2010-12-24
Rated 1 out of 5 by from 15k Road Vibrations Prior to my 15k maintenance I began experiencing vibrations at 65-75 mph. My dealer told me it is the tires and I should replace them in 5k. I will not buy these as I have to replace every 20k.
Date published: 2011-02-08
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Good Buy for medium to aggressive Drivers! Bought these tires in August '17 & can't say enough good things about them! Great handling in the rain. They don't corner as well as Pirelli Pzeroes & slightly noisier. Noise is not enough to complain about. Treadware is still better than my Pirelli Pzero. I drive normal mostly but occasionally aggressive.
Date published: 2017-12-02
Rated 2 out of 5 by from Bad thread life It worn out on less than 20000KM, which is around 12500 miles... I only went to race track once, been riding 13 miles on it. I don't drive aggressively all the time, and it just worn out on my Audi S4 for less than 12500 miles... going for Michelle PSS
Date published: 2016-10-08
Rated 1 out of 5 by from worst tire i ever used I both a 2013 mercedes e350 2 months ago and it was a disappointment i the tires all four tire blown out ..they buldge at the smallest pot holes..then blowned out..they are too solf..would not recommend to not even my enemies..
Date published: 2015-06-13
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