70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
74/100
2 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Avon Turbosteel 70 vs Continental TrueContact Tour — 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
92
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
8 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental TrueContact Tour — better treadwear, wet and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
TrueContact Tour leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Turbosteel 70 | TrueContact Tour |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
TrueContact Tour leads by 26
Why this score
| Source | Turbosteel 70 | TrueContact Tour |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 98 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Turbosteel 70 | TrueContact Tour |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 97 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
TrueContact Tour leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Turbosteel 70 | TrueContact Tour |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 93 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
TrueContact Tour leads by 43
Why this score
| Source | Turbosteel 70 | TrueContact Tour |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 97 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
TrueContact Tour leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Turbosteel 70 | TrueContact Tour |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 83 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon Turbosteel 70 | Continental TrueContact Tour |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 70 | 92 |
| Dry | 80 | 93 |
| Wet | 70 | 96 |
| Snow | – | 92 |
| Comfort | 85 | 91 |
| Noise | – | 90 |
| Treadwear | 50 | 93 |
| Handling | 80 | 83 |
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Headline score
70
/ 100
Tire A
92
/ 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 Avon Turbosteel 70 is a niche, period-correct tire primarily valued by owners of classic luxury vehicles for its authentic aesthetic and high levels of ride comfort. While enthusiasts praise its build quality and quiet operation, the limited user feedback highlights a significant concern regarding structural integrity and long-term reliability.
Pros
- Excellent ride comfort and quiet operation
- Authentic period-correct aesthetic for classic vehicles
- High manufacturing quality and factory-balanced roundness
Cons
- Reports of severe internal structural failure
- Limited availability and niche application
- Potential for deformation under load
Observations
- Specifically designed and utilized for classic luxury vehicles like Range Rovers and Aston Martins from the 1970s and 1980s.
- Exclusively available in the 235/70/15 size, limiting its application to specific vintage wheel configurations.
The Continental TrueContact Tour is highly regarded as a top-tier all-season tire, consistently praised for its exceptional wet-weather traction and surprising capability in light snow. Users frequently highlight its quiet ride and positive impact on fuel economy, positioning it as a reliable, high-value choice for daily commuters and family vehicles.
Pros
- Excellent wet-weather traction and handling confidence
- Impressive light snow performance for an all-season tire
- Low road noise levels contributing to a quiet cabin
- Noticeable improvement in fuel economy compared to competitors
Cons
- Higher price point compared to some entry-level alternatives
- Limited long-term tread wear data available from some users
Observations
- Owners of family SUVs and AWD vehicles like the Subaru Outback report high satisfaction with the tire's reliability in varied, inclement weather conditions.
- Users across different vehicle types, including smaller cars, consistently report improved fuel efficiency after switching to this model.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon Turbosteel 70 | B · Continental TrueContact Tour |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Touring tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | — | 11/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 700 - 800 A A - B |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall - White Wall |
| Max pressure | — | 44 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
70
/ 100
Avon
92
/ 100
Continental
Winner: Continental TrueContact Tour — better treadwear, wet and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Continental TrueContact Tour scores 93 vs 50 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental TrueContact Tour scores 96 vs 70 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental TrueContact Tour scores 93 vs 80 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental TrueContact Tour scores 91 vs 85 on comfort.
Tire A · Avon Turbosteel 70
Tire B · Continental TrueContact Tour
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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.