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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS vs Vredestein Quatrac — 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.

VS
Tire B Vredestein

Vredestein Quatrac

All Season Premium Touring tires

Vredestein Quatrac tread pattern
Objective (60%)
88/100
19 professional tests
User signal (40%)
82/100
28 owner reviews
Dry
83
Wet
88
Snow
77
Comfort
83
Noise
64
Treadwear
88
Handling
81

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS — better noise, dry and comfort. Pick the Vredestein Quatrac if snow and treadwear 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS leads by 12
A — Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
95
B — Vredestein Quatrac
83
Why this score
SourceExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUSQuatrac
Professional tests (TWG score) 96 84
Tire Rack owners 93 92
Tyre Reviews owners 88 83
America's Tire owners 96 –
Dry Braking (% of best) 99% 92%
Dry Circle (% of best) 97% 99%
Dry Handling (% of best) 98% 98%

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS leads by 3
A — Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
91
B — Vredestein Quatrac
88
Why this score
SourceExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUSQuatrac
Professional tests (TWG score) 91 88
Tire Rack owners 91 91
Tyre Reviews owners 91 87
America's Tire owners 94 –
Wet Braking (% of best) 100% 99%
Wet Circle (% of best) 100% 99%
Wet Handling (% of best) 96% 100%

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Quatrac leads by 17
A — Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
60
B — Vredestein Quatrac
77
Why this score
SourceExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUSQuatrac
Professional tests (TWG score) 51 71
Tire Rack owners 75 80
Tyre Reviews owners 76 86
Snow Handling (% of best) 92% 96%
Snow Traction (% of best) 85% 88%

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS leads by 8
A — Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
91
B — Vredestein Quatrac
83
Why this score
SourceExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUSQuatrac
Professional tests (TWG score) 92 85
Tire Rack owners 89 87
Tyre Reviews owners 82 80
America's Tire owners 94 –

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS leads by 24
A — Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
88
B — Vredestein Quatrac
64
Why this score
SourceExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUSQuatrac
Professional tests (TWG score) 87 64
America's Tire owners 92 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Quatrac leads by 3
A — Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
85
B — Vredestein Quatrac
88
Why this score
SourceExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUSQuatrac
Tire Rack owners 85 85
Tyre Reviews owners 68 88
America's Tire owners 89 –

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS leads by 4
A — Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
85
B — Vredestein Quatrac
81
Why this score
SourceExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUSQuatrac
Tyre Reviews owners 85 81
America's Tire owners 95 –
DriverReviews owners – 82

Scores at a glance

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS vs Vredestein Quatrac: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryContinental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUSVredestein Quatrac
Relative Score 86 82
Dry 95 83
Wet 91 88
Snow 60 77
Comfort 91 83
Noise 88 64
Treadwear 85 88
Handling 85 81

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Test data

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.

DisciplineCategoryTire ATire BΔBoth?
Dry Braking Dry 99% #2/5 · 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test 92% #9/37 · 2024 All Season Tyre Market Overview +7 Different tests
Dry Circle Dry 97% #3/4 · Tire Rack Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test 99% #3/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test -2.2 Different tests
Dry Handling Dry 98% #2/7 · 2023 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test 98% #10/15 · 2024 AutoBild All Season Tyre Test -0.3 Different tests
Noise Other 99% #4/5 · 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test 96% #10/16 · 2026 ADAC All Season Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 +2.8 Different tests
Price Other 100% #7/7 · 2023 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test 83% #5/10 · 2023 Tyre Reviews All Season Tyre Test +17.2 Different tests
Value Other 96% #6/7 · 2023 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test 72% #12/15 · 2025 AutoBild All Season Tyre Test +23.2 Different tests
Wear Other 100% #2/7 · 2023 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test 95% #3/16 · 2026 ADAC All Season Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 +5.2 Different tests
Overall Ranking Overall 50% #2/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test 50% #2/31 · 2020 All Season Tyre Market Overview - 32 Tyre Braking Test 0 Different tests
Snow Handling Snow 92% #3/4 · 2022/23 UHP All Season Tyre Test 96% #7/14 · 2020 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test -3.9 Different tests
Snow Traction Snow 85% #3/4 · 2022/23 UHP All Season Tyre Test 88% #7/16 · 2024 ADAC All Season Tyre Test -3.1 Different tests
Subj. Comfort Subj 95% #2/4 · 2022/23 UHP All Season Tyre Test 95% #7/9 · 2021 Tyre Reviews All Season Tyre Test 0 Different tests
Subj. Noise Subj 96% #4/5 · 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test 88% #2/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test +8.2 Different tests
Subj. Road Score Subj 94% #2/4 · Tire Rack Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test 91% #1/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test +3.2 Different tests
Wet Braking Wet 100% #1/4 · Tire Rack Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test 99% #3/16 · 2023 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test +0.9 Different tests
Wet Circle Wet 100% #1/4 · 2022/23 UHP All Season Tyre Test 99% #5/10 · The BEST All Season Tyres For 2026/27 +1.1 Different tests
Wet Handling Wet 96% #1/4 · 2022/23 UHP All Season Tyre Test 100% #1/14 · 2020 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test -4.4 Different tests
From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS

Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.

Tire B Vredestein Quatrac

The Vredestein Quatrac is widely regarded as a high-value, versatile all-season tire that excels in wet and cold conditions. Most users report impressive longevity and consistent performance across varied climates, positioning it as a strong, cost-effective alternative to premium competitors like Michelin.

Pros

  • Exceptional wet weather grip and hydroplaning resistance
  • Strong longevity and tread life, often exceeding 60,000 km
  • Reliable performance in cold and light-to-moderate snow conditions
  • High value-for-money proposition compared to premium brands
  • Generally quiet and comfortable ride quality

Cons

  • Occasional reports of sidewall cracking or premature aging
  • Some users report high noise levels in specific vehicle/size combinations
  • Can feel softer or less precise than dedicated summer tires in high-heat conditions
  • Isolated quality control issues, such as manufacturing bulges

Observations

  • Users on smaller city cars (e.g., Opel Karl) reported higher cabin noise levels compared to those on larger SUVs or sedans.
  • Drivers of heavy vehicles (e.g., GLC350) noted that the tires maintain composure and silence despite the vehicle's weight.
  • Feedback sensitivity is noted to be lower on smaller, high-profile tire sizes (e.g., 215/65 R16) compared to lower-profile performance fitments.
Community buzz

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS

Positive

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.

r/GRCorolla ·120 upvotes ·2026-05-08

“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**”

r/accord ·39 upvotes ·2026-08-24

“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”

r/Camry ·27 upvotes ·2024-05-02

“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”

r/TeslaLounge ·23 upvotes ·2025-10-18

“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”

Top themes
#Wet and dry grip#Ride comfort and noise#Comparison with Michelin#Winter and snow capability#Tread wear and longevity#Steering feel and handling

Based on 37 community posts

Tire B

Vredestein Quatrac

Positive

Community opinion on the Vredestein Quatrac (including Pro and Pro+ variants) is largely positive, with drivers praising their superior comfort, lower road noise, and strong wet-weather performance compared to stock or competing options. Many view them as a more affordable, smoother-riding alternative to premium alternatives like the Michelin CrossClimate 2, though a few users note mixed experiences regarding snow traction and occasional reports of premature shoulder wear.

r/MINI ·34 upvotes ·2025-06-24

“Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus Decided to try these out on my F60, so far so good. They are much better than the Pirelli run flats that were on. Ride is smoother, quieter, and better traction on wet pavement, and absorb the bumps a lot better. Also wanted to show what the Cravenspeed Gemini phone holder looks like. Super easy to install.”

r/tires ·6 upvotes ·2026-06-04

“Vredestein Quatrac Pro+s are excellent These tires are phenomenal. I have them on my 2019 Mazda3 and replaced my last set of Continental DWSs. Those were great tires, but I wanted something a bit better for the winter on this replacement, and I was hoping for something a bit quieter for road trips as well. I went with Vredestein Quatrac Pro+ and these are *noticeably* quieter than the DWSs, and they ride better as well. I'm a huge fan so far. Read more”

r/mazda3 ·6 upvotes ·2023-09-06

“Vredestein Quatrac Pro Tire Review Bought these tires for my Mazda 3 after one of my OEM Bridgestone EL440’s got pregnant(sidewall bulge), and I plugged a puncture in the other one. Decided to just replace the tires completely. So far I’m happy with them. Pros: Severe snow rating so they are legally snow tires in my state(for mountain passes and stuff), and I’m guessing the snow traction is way better. They are still all season tires though. Seems to be a softer ride overall even on the stock 18” side. XL sidewall strength, vs the stock tires being standard. Should help with those sidewall issues. They seem fairly quiet as far as noise. $150 rebate in addition to being fairly cheap Cons: These are definitely not for those people who want sporty handling, they don’t really feel like a sport tire, and are more of a touring road tire. I’ve heard the treadwear isn’t the best(makes sense with the snow rating)”

r/TyreReviews ·3 upvotes ·2026-08-05

“Vredestein Quatrac Pro+ shoulders ‘chunking up’ already Earlier this year (around February) I got a brand new full set of Quatrac Pro+ tyres for my BMW 325i. Since then the car has done around 3,500 miles. I’ve just had all the wheels off whilst doing some work on the car and the front tyres are chunking up on both shoulders, the rears are fine. (Pictures of front right attached, but they both look like this). It’s a RWD car, the pressures are as per factory, the car isn’t driven hard at all, the tracking is fine, I’m in the UK (so no extreme temperatures). Surely this can’t be right? Read more”

Top themes
#Ride Comfort and Quietness#Wet Weather Performance#Value vs Premium Brands#Snow and Winter Traction#Tread Wear and Longevity

Based on 33 community posts

Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS B · Vredestein Quatrac
CategoryAll Season Ultra High Performance tiresAll Season Premium Touring tires
Vehicle type—Passenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available117—
Rim diameters16″ – 22″—
Tread depth10/32″—
UTQG560 - 740 A - AA A—
Treadwear warranty50,000 mi—
SidewallBlack Side Wall—
Max pressure50 - 51 psi—
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Continental

Vredestein

Winner: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS — better noise, dry and comfort. Pick the Vredestein Quatrac if snow and treadwear matter most to you.

Pick tire A You want a quieter cabin

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 88 vs 64 on noise.

Pick tire B You drive through snowy winters

Vredestein Quatrac scores 77 vs 60 on snow.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 95 vs 83 on dry.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 91 vs 83 on comfort.

Tire A · Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
Tire B · Vredestein Quatrac

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.