74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
88/100
36 professional tests
User signal (40%)
72/100
181 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs Continental Sport Contact 5 — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
71
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
72/100
225 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Turanza T005 — better comfort and treadwear. Pick the Continental Sport Contact 5 if dry, wet and handling matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
6 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Sport Contact 5 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 | Sport Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | 100 |
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 86 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 97% | 100% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Sport Contact 5 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 | Sport Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | 94 |
| Tire Rack owners | 82 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 82 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 97% | 99% |
| Wet Circle (% of best) | 84% | 93% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Turanza T005 leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 | Sport Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 67 | 26 |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 73 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 | Sport Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Turanza T005 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 | Sport Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 67 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 51 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Sport Contact 5 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 | Sport Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 76 |
| DriverReviews owners | 84 | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza T005 | Continental Sport Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 71 |
| Dry | 84 | 94 |
| Wet | 81 | 89 |
| Comfort | 69 | 45 |
| Noise | 81 | – |
| Treadwear | 66 | 51 |
| Handling | 72 | 76 |
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Headline score
74
/ 100
Tire A
71
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 97% #4/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 100% #1/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -3.4 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 90% #4/7 · 2025 Motor Low Rolling Resistance (AA) Tyre Test | 96% #3/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -5.9 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 50% #2/20 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test | 50% #2/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 97% #2/7 · 2025 Motor Low Rolling Resistance (AA) Tyre Test | 98% #3/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -1.3 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 78% #8/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | 67% #4/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | +11.1 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 97% #2/7 · 2025 Motor Low Rolling Resistance (AA) Tyre Test | 100% #1/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -2.8 | Different tests |
| Subj. Noise | Subj | 50% #7/8 · 2020 ViBilagare SUV Tyre Test | 67% #5/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -16.7 | Different tests |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 86% #6/12 · 2020 Tyre Reviews Ultimate Summer Tyre Test | 100% #1/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -14 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 97% #10/11 · 2020 AMS 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 99% #3/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -2.5 | Different tests |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 84% #1/21 · 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | 93% #3/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -8.2 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Turanza T005 is a polarizing touring tire that excels in wet-weather safety and fuel efficiency but faces significant criticism regarding its longevity and ride comfort. While many users praise its wet-road confidence and predictable handling, a substantial portion of the user base reports premature tread wear, sidewall cracking, and high road noise, leading to a highly divided consensus.
Pros
- Exceptional wet-weather grip and aquaplaning resistance
- High fuel efficiency and low rolling resistance
- Predictable and safe handling for daily commuting
- Strong dry-road braking performance
Cons
- Rapid and uneven tread wear reported by many users
- High levels of road noise and cabin resonance
- Reports of sidewall cracking and premature aging
- Soft sidewalls leading to vague steering feedback and lack of precision
Observations
- Users with high-torque EVs and performance-oriented vehicles frequently report excessive wheel spin and rapid wear due to the tire's compound.
- Drivers of premium sedans (BMW, Audi) often note a significant improvement in comfort when switching from run-flat tires to the T005, though some find the ride still too firm.
- Owners of heavier vehicles or those driving on poor-quality road surfaces report that the soft sidewalls are vulnerable to impact damage and bubbling.
The Continental Sport Contact 5 is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in wet and dry grip, offering exceptional confidence and handling for spirited drivers. However, the consensus is heavily polarized by its rapid tread wear, with a significant number of users reporting premature replacement intervals that diminish the tire's overall value proposition.
Pros
- Exceptional grip in both wet and dry conditions
- High levels of steering precision and driver feedback
- Strong braking performance
- Good comfort and relatively low road noise for a performance tire
Cons
- Rapid and often premature tread wear
- High price point relative to longevity
- Performance degradation as tread depth decreases
- Soft sidewalls prone to damage from potholes or curbs
Observations
- Users with high-torque or heavy vehicles (e.g., Audi Q5, Mercedes C-Class, BMW 3-series) frequently report the fastest tread wear, often requiring replacement under 10,000 miles.
- Drivers of lighter, smaller vehicles (e.g., Fiesta, lightweight sports cars) report significantly better longevity, suggesting the compound is highly sensitive to vehicle weight and load.
- The 'ContiSeal' (self-sealing) variants are noted for better durability in some instances, though they remain expensive.
Community buzz
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Mixed
Bridgestone Turanza T005
Community opinions on the Bridgestone Turanza T005 are divided. While some drivers praise its wet-weather performance, highway stability, and value compared to competitors like Michelin, others report issues with excessive road noise, stiff comfort levels, rapid wear, and poor grip in certain conditions.
r/TyreReviews
·6 upvotes ·2025-06-06
“Lateral dry rot - Bridgestone Turanza T005 DOT 21, 3rd summer on service - all 4 tires have these cracks on their laterals, should I be worried?”
r/BMWI4
·4 upvotes ·2025-08-18
“The Bridgestone Turanza T005 UHP Summer tires suck My BMW i4 e40 has 8k miles on it. I usually never get flats, but in the past 8 months I have almost been stranded 3 times by flats, and I have had to replace two of tires because they were completely worn. These Bridgestone Turanza T005 UHP Summer tires are terrible. I've been replacing the worn tires with run-flats, but probably time to move to a different brand and all-season tire.”
r/TyreReviews
·4 upvotes ·2025-02-13
“I drove my friend’s Leon Cupra fitted with these Turanza T005 18” last summer to Croatia. Rountrip plus some local driving, all in all 2k km, the tyres were totally okay driving on highways and local roads. Not noisy. Good tyres for sure.”
r/CarTalkUK
·3 upvotes ·2022-12-15
“Bridgestone Turanza T005 tyres... Are they really shit or is there something wrong with my car? I've just had brand new ones fitted, I don't expect them to be amazing in this weather but I'm slipping and sliding all over the place. My car has less grip than my old tyres with 2mm left. Seriously, I went round a roundabout last night at 20mph and drifted out from the inner lane. Could there be something I need to get checked because I don't feel quite safe with them on... Read more”
Top themes
#Wet and dry grip#Road noise and comfort#Treadwear and durability#Run-flat performance#Price and value
Based on 23 community posts
Tire B
Continental Sport Contact 5
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza T005 | B · Continental Sport Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 24 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | — |
| UTQG | 340 A A | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
74
/ 100
Bridgestone
71
/ 100
Continental
Winner: Bridgestone Turanza T005 — better comfort and treadwear. Pick the Continental Sport Contact 5 if dry, wet and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Turanza T005 scores 69 vs 45 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Turanza T005 scores 66 vs 51 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental Sport Contact 5 scores 94 vs 84 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental Sport Contact 5 scores 89 vs 81 on wet.
Tire A · Bridgestone Turanza T005
Tire B · Continental Sport Contact 5
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.