76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
75/100
4 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Turanza GR100 vs Continental PureContact LS — 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.
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75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
66/100
8 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Bridgestone Turanza GR100 and Continental PureContact LS are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Turanza GR100 is stronger on comfort and treadwear. Continental PureContact LS is stronger on handling and dry.
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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)
PureContact LS leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Turanza GR100 | PureContact LS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 86 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Turanza GR100 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Turanza GR100 | PureContact LS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 79 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Turanza GR100 | PureContact LS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 48 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Turanza GR100 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Turanza GR100 | PureContact LS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 58 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Turanza GR100 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Turanza GR100 | PureContact LS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 70 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
PureContact LS leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Turanza GR100 | PureContact LS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 85 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza GR100 | Continental PureContact LS |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 75 |
| Dry | 83 | 86 |
| Wet | 80 | 79 |
| Snow | – | 48 |
| Comfort | 78 | 58 |
| Treadwear | 73 | 70 |
| Handling | 65 | 85 |
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Headline score
76
/ 100
Tire A
75
/ 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 Bridgestone Turanza GR100 is widely regarded as a premium comfort-oriented tire that excels in providing a smooth, vibration-free ride for families. While it delivers reliable safety and stability, user consensus is mixed regarding its noise levels and overall value proposition given its high price point.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and vibration absorption
- High level of stability and safety
- Effective braking performance
- Smooth handling on uneven road surfaces
Cons
- High retail price compared to competitors
- Inconsistent noise reduction performance
- Average grip levels during spirited driving
- Progressive grip fade at the limit
Observations
- Users prioritizing family comfort report significant improvements in cabin tranquility and reduced road vibration compared to sport-oriented tires.
- The tire is frequently selected by drivers who prioritize passenger comfort over high-performance handling characteristics.
The Continental PureContact LS receives a polarized reception from users, balancing praise for its longevity and wet-weather performance against significant complaints regarding noise levels and cold-weather flat-spotting. While some drivers appreciate the tire's luxury-oriented ride and tread life, others report inconsistent quality and frustrating vibration issues that detract from the overall ownership experience.
Pros
- Extended tread life compared to performance-oriented alternatives
- Reliable grip and stability in wet road conditions
- Comfortable, vibration-isolating ride quality
- Improved handling characteristics over many original equipment tires
Cons
- Persistent flat-spotting issues, particularly in colder temperatures
- Excessive road noise and humming at highway speeds
- Diminished traction and grip performance as the tread wears down
- Inconsistent winter weather capability
Observations
- Owners of luxury sedans like the Lexus ES 350 and Lincoln Continental reported significant issues with morning flat-spotting and vibrations.
- Users transitioning from performance-focused tires, such as the ExtremeContact DWS 06, noted a distinct trade-off between increased tread life and a loss of sporty steering feedback.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza GR100 | B · Continental PureContact LS |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Touring tires | All Season Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | — | 10/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 700 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 70,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
76
/ 100
Bridgestone
75
/ 100
Continental
Too close to call: Bridgestone Turanza GR100 and Continental PureContact LS are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Turanza GR100 is stronger on comfort and treadwear. Continental PureContact LS is stronger on handling and dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Turanza GR100 scores 78 vs 58 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Continental PureContact LS scores 85 vs 65 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Turanza GR100 scores 73 vs 70 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental PureContact LS scores 86 vs 83 on dry.
Tire A · Bridgestone Turanza GR100
Tire B · Continental PureContact LS
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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.