81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
93/100
28 professional tests
User signal (40%)
81/100
42 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Continental AllSeasonContact vs Vredestein Wintrac xtreme S — 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.
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82/100
9 owner reviews
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VerdictToo close to call: Continental AllSeasonContact and Vredestein Wintrac xtreme S are within 2 points overall. Continental AllSeasonContact is stronger on treadwear. Vredestein Wintrac xtreme S is stronger on snow, dry and handling.
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Category breakdown
7 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)
Wintrac xtreme S leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Wintrac xtreme S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 84 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
AllSeasonContact leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Wintrac xtreme S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 84 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Wintrac xtreme S leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Wintrac xtreme S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 87 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Wintrac xtreme S leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Wintrac xtreme S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 86 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Wintrac xtreme S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 80 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
AllSeasonContact leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Wintrac xtreme S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 71 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Wintrac xtreme S leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Wintrac xtreme S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 85 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental AllSeasonContact | Vredestein Wintrac xtreme S |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 82 |
| Dry | 79 | 84 |
| Wet | 86 | 84 |
| Snow | 79 | 87 |
| Comfort | 85 | 86 |
| Noise | 80 | – |
| Treadwear | 76 | 71 |
| Handling | 82 | 85 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental AllSeasonContact is widely regarded as a highly capable, balanced all-season tire that excels in wet and wintry conditions while maintaining respectable dry-road performance. Users frequently praise its superior steering feedback and confidence-inspiring grip in adverse weather, often positioning it as a strong competitor to the Michelin CrossClimate series. While most owners report high satisfaction, some note concerns regarding tread longevity in hot climates and occasional noise issues.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and snow traction
- Predictable and stable handling characteristics
- High level of ride comfort and cabin refinement
- Precise steering feedback compared to segment rivals
Cons
- Accelerated tread wear in high-temperature summer conditions
- Occasional reports of road noise or specific frequency whining
- Mixed feedback on dry-road performance during extreme heat
- Some reports of premature tread cracking or durability issues
Observations
- Users with SUVs and heavier vehicles noted significant improvements in cabin noise and ride comfort compared to OE tires.
- Drivers of performance-oriented or AWD vehicles (e.g., Audi Quattro, Subaru Outback) report high confidence in snow and slush, though some note that aggressive acceleration can still break traction.
- Owners in hot climates (e.g., Greece, Southern Europe) report that the tire compound feels too soft during summer, leading to reduced handling precision and faster wear.
The Vredestein Wintrac xtreme S is widely regarded as a high-performance winter tire that excels in severe cold, snow, and ice conditions. While it provides impressive traction for powerful 4x4 and performance vehicles, some users report concerns regarding dry-road handling precision and occasional quality control issues.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and stability on snow and ice
- Strong performance for high-horsepower and 4x4 vehicles
- Reliable handling in freezing, winter-specific conditions
- Effective wet-weather performance
Cons
- Reported lack of precision during dry-road cornering
- Potential for manufacturing defects, such as rubber separation
- Performance gap compared to premium summer tires in warmer temperatures
Observations
- Owners of high-performance SUVs like the Audi SQ5 and Range Rover Evoque report high satisfaction with the tire's ability to handle heavy, powerful vehicles in alpine conditions.
- Users noted that the tire's performance characteristics are specifically optimized for near-freezing temperatures rather than mild or warm weather.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental AllSeasonContact | B · Vredestein Wintrac xtreme S |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | Winter Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Continental
82
/ 100
Vredestein
Too close to call: Continental AllSeasonContact and Vredestein Wintrac xtreme S are within 2 points overall. Continental AllSeasonContact is stronger on treadwear. Vredestein Wintrac xtreme S is stronger on snow, dry and handling.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Vredestein Wintrac xtreme S scores 87 vs 79 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Continental AllSeasonContact scores 76 vs 71 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Vredestein Wintrac xtreme S scores 84 vs 79 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Vredestein Wintrac xtreme S scores 85 vs 82 on handling.
Tire A · Continental AllSeasonContact
Tire B · Vredestein Wintrac xtreme S
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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.