77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
73/100
7 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Continental ExtremeContact DW vs Falken Azenis PT722 — 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.
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77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
76/100
10 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Continental ExtremeContact DW and Falken Azenis PT722 are within 2 points overall. Continental ExtremeContact DW is stronger on wet, dry and comfort. Falken Azenis PT722 is stronger on treadwear and handling.
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Category breakdown
5 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)
ExtremeContact DW leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DW | Azenis PT722 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact DW leads by 29
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DW | Azenis PT722 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 62 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact DW leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DW | Azenis PT722 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 78 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Azenis PT722 leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DW | Azenis PT722 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 88 |
| SimpleTire owners | 60 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Azenis PT722 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DW | Azenis PT722 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 78 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental ExtremeContact DW | Falken Azenis PT722 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 77 |
| Dry | 93 | 80 |
| Wet | 91 | 62 |
| Comfort | 83 | 78 |
| Treadwear | 60 | 88 |
| Handling | 63 | 78 |
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77
/ 100
Tire A
77
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental ExtremeContact DW is widely regarded for its exceptional wet and dry grip, making it a strong performer for highway cruising and daily driving. However, the tire is frequently criticized for its soft sidewall construction, which compromises steering precision and handling responsiveness, alongside concerns regarding rapid tread wear and structural durability.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- High levels of stability and comfort during highway driving
- Confident performance in summer conditions
Cons
- Soft sidewalls leading to vague steering feel and handling
- Rapid tread wear and short service life
- Susceptibility to sidewall damage and bubbles from road hazards
- Increased road noise levels
Observations
- Drivers of sporty hatchbacks like the Golf GTI reported that the soft sidewalls negatively impacted the vehicle's intended handling characteristics.
- Users noted that the tire's lack of structural rigidity often necessitates running higher-than-recommended tire pressures to improve steering feedback.
The Falken Azenis PT722 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly tire that excels in longevity and ride comfort. While many users praise its quiet operation and exceptional tread life, consensus is polarized regarding wet-weather performance and traction consistency, with some drivers reporting significant grip issues in rain.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability
- Low noise levels and high ride comfort
- Excellent value for the price point
- Stable and smooth handling at highway speeds
Cons
- Unpredictable or poor traction in wet conditions
- Lack of progressive grip when reaching traction limits
- Inconsistent performance across different vehicle platforms
- Sudden loss of traction without warning
Observations
- Users with heavier SUVs like the BMW X3 reported impressive longevity, exceeding 60,000 km with minimal tread wear.
- Drivers of rear-wheel-drive sedans, such as the Lexus IS250, reported significant traction issues, suggesting the tire may struggle with the power delivery of certain RWD configurations.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental ExtremeContact DW | B · Falken Azenis PT722 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | All Season Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 340 A A | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Continental
77
/ 100
Falken
Too close to call: Continental ExtremeContact DW and Falken Azenis PT722 are within 2 points overall. Continental ExtremeContact DW is stronger on wet, dry and comfort. Falken Azenis PT722 is stronger on treadwear and handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental ExtremeContact DW scores 91 vs 62 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Falken Azenis PT722 scores 88 vs 60 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Falken Azenis PT722 scores 78 vs 63 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental ExtremeContact DW scores 93 vs 80 on dry.
Tire A · Continental ExtremeContact DW
Tire B · Falken Azenis PT722
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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.