87
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
89/100
4,860 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 vs Yokohama A539 — 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
79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
82/100
14 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 — better wet, comfort and treadwear. 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)
ExtremeContact DWS 06 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 | A539 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 81 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact DWS 06 leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 | A539 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 75 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 | A539 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 62 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact DWS 06 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 | A539 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 82 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact DWS 06 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 | A539 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 78 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
A539 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 | A539 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 85 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 86 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 | Yokohama A539 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 87 | 79 |
| Dry | 83 | 81 |
| Wet | 91 | 75 |
| Snow | 67 | – |
| Comfort | 89 | 82 |
| Treadwear | 85 | 78 |
| Handling | 84 | 85 |
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Headline score
87
/ 100
Tire A
79
/ 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.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
The Yokohama A539 is widely regarded as a dependable, classic-style tire that excels in providing predictable handling and reliable braking for older or smaller-displacement vehicles. While it is highly praised by owners of classic Minis and vintage hatchbacks for its cornering feedback, it is generally considered a capable all-rounder rather than a high-performance track tire.
Pros
- Excellent cornering grip and handling feedback
- Highly predictable and dependable performance
- Strong braking capabilities in both wet and dry conditions
- Well-suited for classic vehicle fitments and smaller wheel diameters
Cons
- Can struggle with traction when cold
- Limited performance in aggressive, high-power driving scenarios
- Noticeable road noise when pushed to the limit
- Wet weather performance can be inconsistent depending on vehicle weight and power
Observations
- Highly favored for classic Mini applications, particularly in 13-inch sizes, where it is considered a top-tier choice.
- Users note that while the tire performs well on lightweight vintage cars, it may exhibit wheel spin on more powerful or torque-heavy setups.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 | B · Yokohama A539 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season High Performance tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 560 A - AA A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
87
/ 100
Continental
79
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 — better wet, comfort and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 scores 91 vs 75 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 scores 89 vs 82 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 scores 85 vs 78 on treadwear.
Tire A · Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06
Tire B · Yokohama A539
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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.