66
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
59/100
12 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Continental ControlContact Sport SRS+ vs Continental ExtremeContact DWS — 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.
VS
86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
89/100
4,859 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental ExtremeContact DWS — better comfort, wet and snow. 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 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | ControlContact Sport SRS+ | ExtremeContact DWS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 84 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact DWS leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | ControlContact Sport SRS+ | ExtremeContact DWS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 89 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact DWS leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | ControlContact Sport SRS+ | ExtremeContact DWS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 56 | 90 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact DWS leads by 36
Why this score
| Source | ControlContact Sport SRS+ | ExtremeContact DWS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 53 | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact DWS leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | ControlContact Sport SRS+ | ExtremeContact DWS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact DWS leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | ControlContact Sport SRS+ | ExtremeContact DWS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental ControlContact Sport SRS+ | Continental ExtremeContact DWS |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 66 | 86 |
| Dry | 79 | 93 |
| Wet | 72 | 91 |
| Snow | 56 | 75 |
| Comfort | 53 | 89 |
| Treadwear | 66 | 85 |
| Handling | 62 | 80 |
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Headline score
66
/ 100
Tire A
86
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental ControlContact Sport SRS+ presents a polarizing user experience, often praised for its dry and wet handling capabilities but frequently criticized for significant cabin noise and vibration issues. While some owners appreciate its durability and value compared to premium alternatives, others find the ride quality and acoustic comfort unacceptable for daily driving.
Pros
- Strong dry and wet pavement traction
- Solid cornering stability and steering response
- Good value proposition for budget-conscious drivers
- Reliable performance in light snow conditions
Cons
- Excessive road noise and cabin drone
- Noticeable vibration and harshness over uneven surfaces
- Inconsistent tread life reported by some users
- Lack of confidence in severe winter or icy conditions
Observations
- Owners of heavier, high-torque vehicles like the Mercedes-Benz E-Class reported better-than-expected tread longevity.
- Drivers of performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., VW GTI) frequently cited dissatisfaction with noise levels compared to previous tire sets.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental ControlContact Sport SRS+ | B · Continental ExtremeContact DWS |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | All Season High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | — | 10/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 540 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 50,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
66
/ 100
Continental
86
/ 100
Continental
Winner: Continental ExtremeContact DWS — better comfort, wet and snow. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental ExtremeContact DWS scores 89 vs 53 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental ExtremeContact DWS scores 91 vs 72 on wet.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Continental ExtremeContact DWS scores 75 vs 56 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Continental ExtremeContact DWS scores 85 vs 66 on treadwear.
Tire A · Continental ControlContact Sport SRS+
Tire B · Continental ExtremeContact DWS
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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.