66
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
64/100
35 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental 4x4 Contact vs Continental CrossContact LX25 — 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
90
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
92/100
19 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental CrossContact LX25 — better treadwear, snow and handling. 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)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | 4x4 Contact | CrossContact LX25 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 71 |
| Tire Rack owners | 69 | 93 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 93 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 99 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | 4x4 Contact | CrossContact LX25 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 63 | 92 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 93 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 29
Why this score
| Source | 4x4 Contact | CrossContact LX25 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 100 |
| Tire Rack owners | 47 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 86 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | 4x4 Contact | CrossContact LX25 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 66 | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 97 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 95 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | 4x4 Contact | CrossContact LX25 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 94 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 38
Why this score
| Source | 4x4 Contact | CrossContact LX25 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 36 | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 51 | 93 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 89 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 29
Why this score
| Source | 4x4 Contact | CrossContact LX25 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 56 | 85 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental 4x4 Contact | Continental CrossContact LX25 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 66 | 90 |
| Dry | 81 | 82 |
| Wet | 75 | 92 |
| Snow | 65 | 94 |
| Comfort | 76 | 94 |
| Noise | – | 93 |
| Treadwear | 51 | 89 |
| Handling | 56 | 85 |
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Headline score
66
/ 100
Tire A
90
/ 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 4x4 Contact is a polarizing tire that receives mixed reviews, primarily due to a significant disparity in tread life expectations. While many users appreciate its quiet ride and competent on-road handling in wet and dry conditions, a substantial portion of owners report premature wear and poor performance in challenging winter or off-road environments.
Pros
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Reliable grip in standard wet and dry road conditions
- Competent performance for light-duty, on-road SUV use
- Generally positive initial impressions as original equipment
Cons
- Extremely inconsistent and often premature tread wear
- Poor traction in deep snow, ice, and mud
- High price point relative to longevity and performance
- Negative impact on fuel economy for some users
Observations
- Freelander 2 owners report highly inconsistent experiences, with some achieving high mileage while others report rapid degradation.
- Users of heavier SUVs and luxury vehicles (e.g., Mercedes G-Class) report the most severe tread wear issues, often under 5,000 miles.
- Drivers of smaller SUVs like the Honda CR-V and Nissan Rogue frequently cited disappointment with the tire's lifespan compared to expectations for the vehicle class.
The Continental CrossContact LX25 is highly regarded by users for its exceptional ride comfort, low noise levels, and reliable all-season traction. It is frequently cited as a superior replacement for factory-installed tires, offering a balanced performance profile that excels in daily driving conditions across various climates.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and quiet operation
- Significantly improved braking performance
- Predictable and confident handling in light snow and wet conditions
- Strong value proposition compared to premium factory-installed alternatives
Cons
- Tendency to pick up and eject road gravel
- Occasional reports of premature tread wear in specific use cases
- Stiffer sidewall response when encountering sharp road imperfections or deep potholes
Observations
- Luxury SUV owners (Mercedes ML/GLE) report a significant improvement in ride quality and cabin noise when replacing factory run-flat tires with the LX25.
- Users with 19-inch wheel configurations on compact crossovers like the Mazda CX-5 find the tire to be a reliable solution for challenging New England weather conditions.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental 4x4 Contact | B · Continental CrossContact LX25 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Touring tires | — |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | — |
| Sizes available | 1 | 40 |
| Rim diameters | 19″ | 16″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 10 - 11/32″ | 10 - 12/32″ |
| UTQG | 360 - 420 A A | 740 A A - B |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | Black Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering |
| Max pressure | 44 - 51 psi | 44 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
66
/ 100
Continental
90
/ 100
Continental
Winner: Continental CrossContact LX25 — better treadwear, snow and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 89 vs 51 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 94 vs 65 on snow.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 85 vs 56 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 94 vs 76 on comfort.
Tire A · Continental 4x4 Contact
Tire B · Continental CrossContact LX25
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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.