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 September 2026
Continental ExtremeContact DW vs Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate — 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
85
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
76/100
12 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate — better treadwear and handling. Pick the Continental ExtremeContact DW if dry matters most to you.
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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)
ExtremeContact DW leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DW | Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 88 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 88 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact DW leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DW | Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 92 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | 90 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DW | Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 61 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 65 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 57 |
| SimpleTire owners | 60 | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Eagle Exhilarate leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DW | Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 89 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 76 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | 100 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DW | Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | 100 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Eagle Exhilarate leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DW | Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 76 |
| SimpleTire owners | 60 | 100 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Eagle Exhilarate leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DW | Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 83 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental ExtremeContact DW | Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 85 |
| Dry | 93 | 88 |
| Wet | 91 | 89 |
| Snow | – | 61 |
| Comfort | 83 | 85 |
| Noise | – | 100 |
| Treadwear | 60 | 80 |
| Handling | 63 | 83 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
85
/ 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 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 Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate is generally regarded as a capable Ultra-High Performance all-season tire that excels in dry handling and ride comfort. While many users praise its sporty feel and wet-weather confidence, there is a notable divide in user experience regarding road noise levels and winter performance, with some drivers finding them surprisingly capable in light snow and others reporting poor traction and excessive cabin noise.
Pros
- Strong dry pavement handling and sporty steering response
- High level of ride comfort and bump absorption
- Reliable wet-weather grip and hydroplaning resistance for many users
- Competitive pricing compared to premium segment rivals
Cons
- Reports of significant road noise, described by some as intrusive
- Inconsistent tread life and potential for uneven wear
- Polarizing performance in snow and ice conditions
- Occasional quality control issues, such as tires going out of round or broken belts
Observations
- Tesla Model 3 Performance owners have utilized these as a lighter-weight, year-round alternative to stock 20-inch summer setups.
- Users driving heavier sedans like the Nissan Maxima have reported higher cabin noise levels compared to other vehicle segments.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental ExtremeContact DW | B · Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | All Season Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 1 | 37 |
| Rim diameters | 21″ | 17″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 10 - 11/32″ |
| UTQG | 340 A A | 500 AA A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 45,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Vertical Serrated Band |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | 50 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Continental
85
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate — better treadwear and handling. Pick the Continental ExtremeContact DW if dry matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate scores 80 vs 60 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate scores 83 vs 63 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental ExtremeContact DW scores 93 vs 88 on dry.
Tire A · Continental ExtremeContact DW
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate
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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.