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Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS vs Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate — Compared (September 2026)
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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
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 96 | 88 |
| Tire Rack owners | 93 | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 88 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
| America's Tire owners | 96 | – |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 100% | 96% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 98% | 97% |
Wet
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 91 | 92 |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
| America's Tire owners | 94 | – |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 100% | 99% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 94% | 95% |
Snow
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 51 | 61 |
| Tire Rack owners | 75 | 65 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 57 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 92% | 99% |
| Snow Traction (% of best) | 85% | 83% |
Comfort
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 92 | 89 |
| Tire Rack owners | 89 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 76 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 100 |
| America's Tire owners | 94 | – |
Noise
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 100 |
| America's Tire owners | 92 | – |
Treadwear
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 76 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 100 |
| America's Tire owners | 89 | – |
Handling
Why this score
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 83 |
| America's Tire owners | 95 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 86 | 84 |
| Dry | 95 | 88 |
| Wet | 91 | 89 |
| Snow | 60 | 61 |
| Comfort | 91 | 85 |
| Noise | 88 | 100 |
| Treadwear | 85 | 80 |
| Handling | 85 | 83 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
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Tire A
Tire B
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 100% #1/7 · 2023 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | 96% #5/7 · 2020 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | +4.3 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% #2/7 · 2023 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | 97% #1/7 · 2020 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | +0.6 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 100% #7/7 · 2023 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | 95% #5/7 · 2020 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | +5.2 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 100% #1/7 · 2023 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | 50% #2/7 · 2020 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | +50 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 92% #3/4 · 2022/23 UHP All Season Tyre Test | 99% #5/7 · 2020 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | -6.2 | Different tests |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 85% #3/4 · 2022/23 UHP All Season Tyre Test | 83% #5/7 · 2020 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | +2.2 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 95% #5/7 · 2023 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | 95% #3/7 · 2020 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Subj. Noise | Subj | 95% #7/7 · 2023 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | 95% #2/7 · 2020 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 100% #2/7 · 2023 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | 99% #4/7 · 2020 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | +0.6 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 94% #1/7 · 2023 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | 95% #3/7 · 2020 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | -1 | Different tests |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
The Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate is generally regarded as a capable Ultra-High Performance all-season tire that excels in dry handling and ride comfort. While many users praise its sporty feel and wet-weather confidence, there is a notable divide in user experience regarding road noise levels and winter performance, with some drivers finding them surprisingly capable in light snow and others reporting poor traction and excessive cabin noise.
Pros
- Strong dry pavement handling and sporty steering response
- High level of ride comfort and bump absorption
- Reliable wet-weather grip and hydroplaning resistance for many users
- Competitive pricing compared to premium segment rivals
Cons
- Reports of significant road noise, described by some as intrusive
- Inconsistent tread life and potential for uneven wear
- Polarizing performance in snow and ice conditions
- Occasional quality control issues, such as tires going out of round or broken belts
Observations
- Tesla Model 3 Performance owners have utilized these as a lighter-weight, year-round alternative to stock 20-inch summer setups.
- Users driving heavier sedans like the Nissan Maxima have reported higher cabin noise levels compared to other vehicle segments.
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
Community opinion on the Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus is overwhelmingly positive, with drivers praising its excellent dry and wet grip, comfortable and quiet ride, and superior value compared to competitors like Michelin. Users frequently note improvements in launch traction, cornering, and everyday drive quality when switching from stock summer or OEM tires. While most find it to be a stellar high-performance all-season tire, minor questions remain regarding heavy winter performance and occasional reports of tread wear or tread squirm.
“235s Factory Michelin Pilot Sport PS4s —> 245s Continental Extreme Contact DWS-06 Plus Just a quick first impression after changing from stock Summer tires 235/40/18 dimensions to 245/40/18 all season tires. I chose to take a chance and up the tire size/change the compound hoping to not sacrifice too much driving feel. As many are already aware, this 245 tire size is standard for the Morizo Edition*. Overall, I do not regret changing the tire size. Drive 9/10. Looks 10/10. A very small amount of steering feel was lost, but not enough to take away from the experience. If the car was a “track” setup I would stick with stickier performance tires or stock Michelins… but for a daily driver, the Continental Extreme Contact DWS-06 Plus tires in the 245/35/18 dimensions suits the GR Corolla MUCH better in my opinion. The drive is smoother just cruising (does not feel as bouncy over bumps) and tire noise is virtually non existent. The slightly larger sidewall also gives a little more peace of mind on crappy NY roads, pot holes etc. (I have had to plug the stock Michelins 4 times in the last 15 months). Will add more impressions later on if I can give more feedback. **Have not confirmed if speedo accuracy improved or got worse**”
“2.0T + Cont Extremecontact = win Replaced my stock tires at just shy of 35k miles with Continental Extremecontact DWS06 plus tires....my oh MY what a difference! Even when brand-new, the stock michelin all-seasons would spin out every time I'd try to launch...no longer an issue/these feel like a dream. I feel like I'm driving a completely different car now. Far better corner handling/lane changing as well, and they honestly seem to have less road noise as well. To anyone who feels they don't have enough grip/handling on their 2.0T, these are the answer. Haven't had the chance to test in heavy rain yet (or snow come winter), but I'm sure they'll handle well. 10/10 after about a hundred miles or so (likely not even "broken in" yet) Read more”
“Purchased Extreme Contact DWS 06 Plus and driving experience has gone way better now Purchased these yesterday and noticed a difference in manoeuvring and braking. It made a significant difference while cruising down and bumps feel better, coming from OEM equipped TOYO from SE 2018”
“New Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus on 2023 MYP (pics + first impressions) After a summer of traveling to visit family and kids on AAU travel teams it was time for some new rubber. Looked down at my rears a few days ago and saw the threads on the inside of the right tire. I used the Tesla community here on Reddit and locked in on the DWS. PepBoys was able to get them in less than 24 hours and even offered a 10% discount. I definitely noticed a smoother ride so far and I would argue a bit more traction. I’ve only had them on for a day so I’ll have to see how much range loss I’ll experience and if they perform better or worse when pushed. I think for $1,500 dollars installed I didn’t do too bad. Plus I believe I have a quality replacement from the OEM that my MYP came with. Anyone else running the DWS06 Plus on their MYP? How’s your long-term wear or efficiency? Read more”
Based on 37 community posts
Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | B · Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | All Season Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 117 | 37 |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | 17″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 10 - 11/32″ |
| UTQG | 560 - 740 A - AA A | 500 AA A |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi | 45,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | Vertical Serrated Band |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | 50 - 51 psi |
Which one should you actually buy?
Continental
Goodyear
Winner: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS — better dry, comfort and treadwear. Pick the Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate if noise matters most to you.
Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate scores 100 vs 88 on noise.
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 95 vs 88 on dry.
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 91 vs 85 on comfort.
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 85 vs 80 on treadwear.
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.