79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
89/100
32 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Continental TerrainContact A/T vs Firestone Destination A/T — 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.
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88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
79 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Firestone Destination A/T — better noise, snow and treadwear. Pick the Continental TerrainContact A/T if handling and dry matter 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)
TerrainContact A/T leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | TerrainContact A/T | Destination A/T |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 98 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 97 | 95 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | TerrainContact A/T | Destination A/T |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 65 |
| SimpleTire owners | 98 | 93 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T leads by 36
Why this score
| Source | TerrainContact A/T | Destination A/T |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 42 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | 89 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 48 | 60 |
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | 92 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | TerrainContact A/T | Destination A/T |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 78 | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 96 | 93 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T leads by 53
Why this score
| Source | TerrainContact A/T | Destination A/T |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 1 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 92 | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | TerrainContact A/T | Destination A/T |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 89 | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | 89 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
TerrainContact A/T leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | TerrainContact A/T | Destination A/T |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 60 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental TerrainContact A/T | Firestone Destination A/T |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 88 |
| Dry | 97 | 94 |
| Wet | 90 | 92 |
| Snow | 56 | 92 |
| Comfort | 90 | 92 |
| Noise | 37 | 90 |
| Treadwear | 86 | 89 |
| Handling | 82 | 60 |
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/ 100
Tire A
88
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental TerrainContact A/T is widely regarded as a premium, road-focused all-terrain tire that excels in comfort, low noise levels, and wet-weather performance. While many users report exceptional longevity and highway stability, a subset of owners express disappointment regarding its performance in deep snow, ice, and heavy mud, suggesting it is better suited for light off-road use than extreme conditions.
Pros
- Exceptionally quiet and smooth ride quality for an all-terrain tire
- Superior wet-weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Strong on-road handling and stability during highway driving
- High durability and tread life reported by many long-term users
- Excellent value compared to other premium all-terrain competitors
Cons
- Inconsistent performance on ice and packed snow
- Limited capability in deep mud or extreme off-road terrain
- Reports of premature tread wear in some heavy-duty or high-torque applications
- Potential for a slight decrease in fuel economy compared to highway-terrain tires
Observations
- Subaru Forester owners appreciate the tire as a 'set-and-forget' solution to avoid seasonal tire swaps, though they note minor flat-spotting after sitting.
- Heavy-duty truck owners (F-250) report mixed results, with some praising towing stability while others cite faster-than-expected tread wear under heavy loads.
- EV owners (Rivian) report improvements in noise and comfort compared to OEM tires.
The Firestone Destination A/T is widely regarded as a high-value, versatile all-terrain tire that excels in ride comfort and noise suppression. Users consistently praise its balanced performance across various conditions, including snow, gravel, and highway driving, making it a popular choice for truck and SUV owners seeking longevity without the harshness of more aggressive off-road tires.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and low road noise for an all-terrain tire
- Strong value proposition with competitive pricing
- Reliable traction in diverse conditions including snow, sand, and wet pavement
- Impressive tread life, with many users reporting 50,000 to 60,000+ miles of service
Cons
- Noticeable decline in wet-weather traction as tread depth wears down
- Tendency to hydroplane in deep standing water
- Limited performance in deep, thick mud compared to more aggressive mud-terrain tires
Observations
- Owners of full-size trucks (Ram 1500/2500, Ford F-150, Chevy Silverado) frequently report that these tires significantly improve ride quality over OEM or more aggressive alternatives.
- Users note that the tire maintains a quiet highway profile even when upsizing to larger diameters like 33-inch tires.
- Drivers of light-duty SUVs (Ford Escape, Toyota RAV4) appreciate the balance of off-road capability without sacrificing daily driver fuel economy or noise levels.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental TerrainContact A/T | B · Firestone Destination A/T |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 30 | 2 |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | 16″ – 17″ |
| Tread depth | 10 - 16/32″ | 14/32″ |
| UTQG | 680 A A - B | 460 A B |
| Treadwear warranty | 60,000 mi | 50,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering | Outlined White Lettering |
| Max pressure | 44 - 80 psi | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Continental
88
/ 100
Firestone
Winner: Firestone Destination A/T — better noise, snow and treadwear. Pick the Continental TerrainContact A/T if handling and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Firestone Destination A/T scores 90 vs 37 on noise.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Firestone Destination A/T scores 92 vs 56 on snow.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Continental TerrainContact A/T scores 82 vs 60 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental TerrainContact A/T scores 97 vs 94 on dry.
Tire A · Continental TerrainContact A/T
Tire B · Firestone Destination A/T
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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.