89
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
89/100
15 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Avon AX7 vs Continental CrossContact A/TR — Compared (May 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
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
80/100
7 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Avon AX7 — better comfort, treadwear and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
AX7 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | AX7 | CrossContact A/TR |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 89 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
AX7 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | AX7 | CrossContact A/TR |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 81 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | AX7 | CrossContact A/TR |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
AX7 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | AX7 | CrossContact A/TR |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 74 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
AX7 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | AX7 | CrossContact A/TR |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 79 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
AX7 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | AX7 | CrossContact A/TR |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon AX7 | Continental CrossContact A/TR |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 89 | 80 |
| Dry | 93 | 89 |
| Wet | 87 | 81 |
| Snow | 89 | – |
| Comfort | 91 | 74 |
| Treadwear | 89 | 79 |
| Handling | 85 | 80 |
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Headline score
89
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 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 Avon AX7 is widely regarded as a high-value, versatile all-terrain tire that excels in balancing on-road comfort with capable off-road performance. Users consistently praise its quiet ride and impressive durability, making it a popular choice for daily drivers and rural commuters who encounter mixed terrain.
Pros
- Excellent on-road comfort and low noise levels for an all-terrain tire
- Strong value proposition with competitive pricing
- Reliable traction on dry, gravel, and mud surfaces
- Good tread longevity under high-mileage usage
Cons
- Increased susceptibility to aquaplaning in heavy rain
- Softer sidewalls can lead to body roll during spirited cornering
- Occasional reports of increased noise in cold weather conditions
Observations
- Owners of SUVs like the VW Touareg and Kia Sportage reported significant improvements in ride comfort compared to previous road-biased tires.
- Drivers noted that the softer sidewall construction benefits comfort but may require higher tire pressures to maintain stability during aggressive driving.
The Continental CrossContact A/TR is widely regarded as a highly durable and versatile all-terrain tire, praised for its exceptional longevity and strong performance across varied road conditions. While most users report excellent traction in wet and snowy environments, a minority of owners have expressed concerns regarding ride comfort and inconsistent warranty support from the manufacturer.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and long-term durability
- Strong traction in both wet and dry road conditions
- Impressive snow and ice performance for an all-terrain tire
- Aesthetically pleasing tread and sidewall design
Cons
- Reports of a jarring or uncomfortable ride quality
- Inconsistent customer service regarding warranty claims
- Potential for increased fuel consumption
- Mixed feedback on hydroplaning resistance
Observations
- Users operating these tires on SUVs like the Mercedes ML report high confidence in challenging winter conditions.
- Owners of vehicles like the Subaru Forester have noted the tire's ability to maintain performance over extremely high mileage (exceeding 130,000 km).
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon AX7 | B · Continental CrossContact A/TR |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
| Tread depth | — | 10 - 12/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 600 - 680 A A - B |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | — | 44 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
89
/ 100
Avon
80
/ 100
Continental
Winner: Avon AX7 — better comfort, treadwear and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Avon AX7 scores 91 vs 74 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Avon AX7 scores 89 vs 79 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Avon AX7 scores 87 vs 81 on wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Avon AX7 scores 85 vs 80 on handling.
Tire A · Avon AX7
Tire B · Continental CrossContact A/TR
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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.