63
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
57/100
14 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Continental CrossContact LX Sport vs Nexen N5000 — 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
49
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
46/100
5 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental CrossContact LX Sport — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Nexen N5000 if treadwear matters 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)
CrossContact LX Sport leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | N5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 54 |
| SimpleTire owners | 94 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX Sport leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | N5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 79 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 46 |
| SimpleTire owners | 89 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | N5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 60 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 51 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 92 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX Sport leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | N5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 80 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 60 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
N5000 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | N5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 64 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 39 | 44 |
| SimpleTire owners | 81 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX Sport leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | N5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 46 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental CrossContact LX Sport | Nexen N5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 63 | 49 |
| Dry | 77 | 54 |
| Wet | 70 | 46 |
| Snow | 52 | – |
| Comfort | 74 | 60 |
| Treadwear | 41 | 44 |
| Handling | 64 | 46 |
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Headline score
63
/ 100
Tire A
49
/ 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 CrossContact LX Sport receives a polarized reception, characterized by high praise for its dry-road handling and off-road capability, contrasted sharply by widespread frustration regarding premature tread wear. While some users appreciate its quiet ride and versatile performance, a significant portion of owners report unacceptable longevity, often requiring replacement well before the 20,000-mile mark.
Pros
- Strong dry-road handling and steering response
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Effective traction in light off-road and muddy conditions
- Reliable performance in varied seasonal weather for some users
Cons
- Extremely rapid and inconsistent tread wear
- Poor wet-weather performance and susceptibility to aquaplaning
- Lack of a mileage warranty leading to high long-term ownership costs
- Reported structural issues including sidewall cracking and premature rubber degradation
Observations
- Owners of heavier SUVs, such as the Volvo XC90 and Land Rover Discovery Sport, report the most severe tread wear issues, suggesting the tire may struggle with the weight of larger vehicles.
- Performance-oriented SUV drivers, such as those with the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, generally appreciate the handling characteristics but note that the tire is not a substitute for dedicated summer or winter rubber.
The Nexen N5000 is viewed as a budget-oriented tire that offers significant longevity for daily driving but falls short in performance and safety for high-torque or performance-oriented vehicles. While some users appreciate the value and tread life, others report serious concerns regarding traction, particularly in wet conditions and as the tire ages.
Pros
- High value for money
- Impressive tread longevity
- Adequate for standard daily commuting
Cons
- Poor wet weather traction
- Significant loss of grip as the tread wears down
- Potential for sidewall cracking
- Unsuitable for high-performance or high-torque vehicles
Observations
- Performance-oriented rear-wheel-drive vehicles reported dangerous handling characteristics and excessive wheel spin.
- Users noted that while the tire can achieve high mileage (up to 65,000 km), performance degrades significantly in the final stages of the tread life.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental CrossContact LX Sport | B · Nexen N5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | All Season High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 32 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 9/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 480 A A | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
63
/ 100
Continental
49
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Continental CrossContact LX Sport — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Nexen N5000 if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental CrossContact LX Sport scores 70 vs 46 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental CrossContact LX Sport scores 77 vs 54 on dry.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Continental CrossContact LX Sport scores 64 vs 46 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental CrossContact LX Sport scores 74 vs 60 on comfort.
Tire A · Continental CrossContact LX Sport
Tire B · Nexen N5000
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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.