89
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
90/100
43 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Continental ExtremeContact Sport vs Nitto NT05 — 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
65
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
68/100
8 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental ExtremeContact Sport — better comfort, treadwear and wet. Pick the Nitto NT05 if handling 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 Sport leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 92 | 84 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 97 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact Sport leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 63 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 69 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 57 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact Sport leads by 48
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 43 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 92 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 87 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ExtremeContact Sport leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 80 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 59 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 81 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
NT05 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact Sport | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental ExtremeContact Sport | Nitto NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 89 | 65 |
| Dry | 95 | 84 |
| Wet | 90 | 63 |
| Snow | 87 | – |
| Comfort | 91 | 43 |
| Noise | 91 | – |
| Treadwear | 87 | 59 |
| Handling | 80 | 84 |
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Headline score
89
/ 100
Tire A
65
/ 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 Sport is widely regarded as a premier ultra-high-performance summer tire that excels in balancing daily driving comfort with aggressive handling capabilities. Users consistently praise its superior wet and dry grip, low noise levels, and excellent value compared to more expensive competitors, though some enthusiasts note a softer sidewall that can slightly compromise steering precision.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- High level of ride comfort and low road noise
- Excellent value-to-performance ratio
- Strong performance even as tread wears down
Cons
- Softer sidewall can lead to a slight delay in steering response
- Tendency to become 'greasy' or lose performance during sustained high-heat track sessions
- Poor performance in cold temperatures (below 50°F)
- Potential for flat-spotting if left stationary in cold weather
Observations
- Owners of lightweight sports cars like the Mazda MX-5 report excellent synergy with the tire's handling characteristics, though some BRZ owners found the sidewall too soft for their specific suspension geometry.
- Drivers transitioning from factory run-flat tires on vehicles like the BMW Z4 noted a transformative improvement in ride quality and stability.
- EV owners noted that the tire handles the high torque and weight of electric vehicles well, though they remain mindful of accelerated tread wear under enthusiastic driving.
The Nitto NT05 is widely regarded as a specialized extreme performance tire that excels in track-day environments and spirited driving scenarios. While users appreciate its predictable handling and progressive feedback, it is frequently criticized for rapid tread wear and significant road noise, making it a polarizing choice for daily commuting.
Pros
- Predictable and balanced handling during track use
- Informative feedback near the limit of adhesion
- Strong cornering confidence and stability
- Aesthetically pleasing sidewall and tread design
Cons
- High levels of road noise during daily driving
- Rapid tread wear, particularly under high-torque applications
- Inconsistent dry grip performance for high-horsepower vehicles
- Not recommended for daily use due to comfort and longevity trade-offs
Observations
- High-horsepower vehicles (e.g., 360rwkw turbo applications) report that the tire struggles to manage power delivery effectively.
- Users with AWD platforms, such as the Audi A4, report satisfactory performance in wet conditions when driven conservatively.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental ExtremeContact Sport | B · Nitto NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 23 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 7.2/32″ |
| UTQG | 340 AA A | 200 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 30,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 44 - 51 psi | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
89
/ 100
Continental
65
/ 100
Nitto
Winner: Continental ExtremeContact Sport — better comfort, treadwear and wet. Pick the Nitto NT05 if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental ExtremeContact Sport scores 91 vs 43 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Continental ExtremeContact Sport scores 87 vs 59 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental ExtremeContact Sport scores 90 vs 63 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental ExtremeContact Sport scores 95 vs 84 on dry.
Tire A · Continental ExtremeContact Sport
Tire B · Nitto NT05
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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.