62
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
57/100
14 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Continental CrossContact LX Sport vs Hankook Dynapro HP2 — 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
86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
89/100
66 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Dynapro HP2 — better treadwear, snow and wet. 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)
Dynapro HP2 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | Dynapro HP2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 79 |
| SimpleTire owners | 94 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Dynapro HP2 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | Dynapro HP2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 79 | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 57 |
| SimpleTire owners | 89 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Dynapro HP2 leads by 36
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | Dynapro HP2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 60 | 70 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 51 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 92 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Dynapro HP2 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | Dynapro HP2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 80 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 63 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | Dynapro HP2 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 89 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Dynapro HP2 leads by 46
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | Dynapro HP2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 64 | 73 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 39 | 57 |
| SimpleTire owners | 81 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | Dynapro HP2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 64 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental CrossContact LX Sport | Hankook Dynapro HP2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 62 | 86 |
| Dry | 77 | 94 |
| Wet | 70 | 90 |
| Snow | 52 | 88 |
| Comfort | 74 | 91 |
| Noise | – | 91 |
| Treadwear | 41 | 87 |
| Handling | 64 | 64 |
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Headline score
62
/ 100
Tire A
86
/ 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 CrossContact LX Sport receives a polarized reception, characterized by high praise for its dry-road handling and off-road capability, contrasted sharply by widespread frustration regarding premature tread wear. While some users appreciate its quiet ride and versatile performance, a significant portion of owners report unacceptable longevity, often requiring replacement well before the 20,000-mile mark.
Pros
- Strong dry-road handling and steering response
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Effective traction in light off-road and muddy conditions
- Reliable performance in varied seasonal weather for some users
Cons
- Extremely rapid and inconsistent tread wear
- Poor wet-weather performance and susceptibility to aquaplaning
- Lack of a mileage warranty leading to high long-term ownership costs
- Reported structural issues including sidewall cracking and premature rubber degradation
Observations
- Owners of heavier SUVs, such as the Volvo XC90 and Land Rover Discovery Sport, report the most severe tread wear issues, suggesting the tire may struggle with the weight of larger vehicles.
- Performance-oriented SUV drivers, such as those with the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, generally appreciate the handling characteristics but note that the tire is not a substitute for dedicated summer or winter rubber.
The Hankook Dynapro HP2 is widely regarded as a high-value, cost-effective tire that delivers impressive ride comfort and dry-road handling for SUVs and light trucks. While most users are highly satisfied with its performance-to-price ratio, some report concerns regarding tread longevity and inconsistent wet-weather traction, leading to a generally positive but occasionally polarized reception.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- Smooth and quiet ride quality
- Strong dry-road handling and cornering grip
- Reliable performance in varied weather conditions for most users
Cons
- Reports of faster-than-expected tread wear
- Occasional road noise or humming at highway speeds
- Inconsistent wet-weather performance reported by a minority of users
- Mixed feedback regarding deep snow and ice traction
Observations
- Users with full-size trucks and SUVs frequently praise the tire for providing a 'new car' ride feel.
- Some owners of performance-oriented or luxury SUVs (e.g., Audi Q8, Lexus RX400h) noted that the tire's limits are reached more quickly than premium alternatives during aggressive driving or emergency maneuvers.
- Positive feedback is consistent across a wide range of rim sizes, including 16-inch and 20-inch applications.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental CrossContact LX Sport | B · Hankook Dynapro HP2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 32 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 9/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 480 A A | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
62
/ 100
Continental
86
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Hankook Dynapro HP2 — better treadwear, snow and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Hankook Dynapro HP2 scores 87 vs 41 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Hankook Dynapro HP2 scores 88 vs 52 on snow.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Dynapro HP2 scores 90 vs 70 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Hankook Dynapro HP2 scores 94 vs 77 on dry.
Tire A · Continental CrossContact LX Sport
Tire B · Hankook Dynapro HP2
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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.