81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
78/100
53 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV vs Continental CrossContact UHP — 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%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
71/100
34 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV — better wet, treadwear and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
ContiSportContact 5 SUV leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | ContiSportContact 5 SUV | CrossContact UHP |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 78 | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 86 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 97 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ContiSportContact 5 SUV leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | ContiSportContact 5 SUV | CrossContact UHP |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 96 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 70 | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 79 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | ContiSportContact 5 SUV | CrossContact UHP |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 75 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
ContiSportContact 5 SUV leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | ContiSportContact 5 SUV | CrossContact UHP |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 63 | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 72 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 97 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | ContiSportContact 5 SUV | CrossContact UHP |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 46 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 94 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ContiSportContact 5 SUV leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | ContiSportContact 5 SUV | CrossContact UHP |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 42 | 66 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 54 | 53 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 92 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
ContiSportContact 5 SUV leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | ContiSportContact 5 SUV | CrossContact UHP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 74 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV | Continental CrossContact UHP |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 71 |
| Dry | 95 | 86 |
| Wet | 91 | 79 |
| Snow | 93 | – |
| Comfort | 78 | 72 |
| Noise | 67 | – |
| Treadwear | 65 | 53 |
| Handling | 81 | 74 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
71
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV is widely praised for its high-performance handling, superior wet and dry grip, and refined ride comfort. However, a significant portion of the user base reports dissatisfaction regarding rapid tread wear, with many owners of mid-to-large SUVs experiencing premature replacement intervals.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry braking performance
- High levels of steering precision and handling confidence
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Strong traction and stability during spirited driving
Cons
- Rapid tread wear, particularly on heavier SUV models
- High price point relative to the total mileage achieved
- Increased road noise as the tread wears down
- Soft rubber compound prone to puncture damage
Observations
- Owners of mid-size SUVs like the Hyundai Tucson, VW Tiguan, and Ford Edge frequently report premature wear, often requiring replacement under 15,000 miles.
- High-performance vehicle owners (e.g., BMW X5) report better longevity and satisfaction, suggesting the tire performs best when matched with specific high-performance chassis tuning.
- Run-flat variants are noted for a firmer ride and increased noise compared to standard versions.
The Continental Cross Contact UHP is a polarizing tire that delivers strong dry and wet road performance but suffers from significant inconsistency regarding tread longevity. While many users praise its handling, stability, and confidence-inspiring grip, a substantial portion of the user base reports premature and uneven wear, particularly on heavier SUVs and 4x4 vehicles.
Pros
- Strong dry and wet road grip
- Predictable handling and cornering stability
- Good performance in light snow and varied weather conditions
- Quiet operation on many vehicle platforms
Cons
- Extremely inconsistent and often premature tread wear
- High road noise reported by a significant subset of users
- Firm, sometimes harsh ride quality
- Poor off-road capability, particularly on wet grass or mud
Observations
- Heavy SUVs and 4x4s frequently exhibit rapid front-axle tire wear, often requiring rotation as early as 8,000-10,000 miles to maintain even tread depth.
- Users with high-center-of-gravity vehicles report that aggressive cornering significantly accelerates rear tire scrubbing.
- Performance varies notably by vehicle weight; lighter or more balanced setups report significantly higher mileage than heavy luxury SUVs.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV | B · Continental CrossContact UHP |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | — |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | — |
| Sizes available | — | 9 |
| Rim diameters | — | 18″ – 21″ |
| Tread depth | — | 9 - 10/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 280 - 420 A - AA A |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Continental
71
/ 100
Continental
Winner: Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV — better wet, treadwear and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV scores 91 vs 79 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV scores 65 vs 53 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV scores 95 vs 86 on dry.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV scores 81 vs 74 on handling.
Tire A · Continental ContiSportContact 5 SUV
Tire B · Continental CrossContact UHP
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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.