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 AS430 — 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
71
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
71/100
4 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 — better handling, treadwear and wet. 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)
AS430 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 | AS430 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 85 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact DWS 06 leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 | AS430 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 75 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 | AS430 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 62 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact DWS 06 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 | AS430 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 83 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact DWS 06 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 | AS430 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 63 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact DWS 06 leads by 34
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 | AS430 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 50 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 | Yokohama AS430 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 87 | 71 |
| Dry | 83 | 85 |
| Wet | 91 | 75 |
| Snow | 67 | – |
| Comfort | 89 | 83 |
| Treadwear | 85 | 63 |
| Handling | 84 | 50 |
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Headline score
87
/ 100
Tire A
71
/ 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 AS430 receives a polarized reception from users, with experiences ranging from high satisfaction regarding noise levels and wet-weather traction to significant disappointment regarding tread longevity. While some drivers praise its balanced performance in varied conditions, others report premature wear that falls short of expectations for the tire's class.
Pros
- Excellent wet and dry surface grip
- Surprisingly quiet ride quality
- Reliable performance in rainy climates
Cons
- Rapid tread wear and short lifespan
- Inconsistent durability across different driving styles
- Lack of longevity compared to premium competitors
Observations
- Users driving compact sedans like the Mazda3 reported dissatisfaction with the tire's longevity, noting a loss of grip after approximately 25,000 miles.
- Performance-oriented drivers noted the tire's capability in diverse conditions, though long-term wear remains a point of contention.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 | B · Yokohama AS430 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season High Performance tires | All Season 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
71
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 — better handling, treadwear and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 scores 84 vs 50 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 scores 85 vs 63 on treadwear.
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 83 on comfort.
Tire A · Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06
Tire B · Yokohama AS430
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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.