62
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
59/100
12 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Continental ProContact vs Yokohama AVID S34NV — 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
Tire B
Yokohama
Yokohama AVID S34NV
56
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
27/100
Owner ratings
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental ProContact — better snow, treadwear and wet. Pick the Yokohama AVID S34NV 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)
AVID S34NV leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | ProContact | AVID S34NV |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ProContact leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | ProContact | AVID S34NV |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 57 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
ProContact leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | ProContact | AVID S34NV |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 18 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 35 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
ProContact leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | ProContact | AVID S34NV |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 48 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 59 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ProContact leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | ProContact | AVID S34NV |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 49 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
AVID S34NV leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | ProContact | AVID S34NV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental ProContact | Yokohama AVID S34NV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 62 | 56 |
| Dry | 73 | 82 |
| Wet | 69 | 59 |
| Snow | 35 | 13 |
| Comfort | 59 | 50 |
| Noise | – | 54 |
| Treadwear | 64 | 51 |
| Handling | 66 | 82 |
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Headline score
62
/ 100
Tire A
56
/ 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 ProContact series receives a polarized reception, often serving as a polarizing OEM fitment that balances adequate dry-weather performance with significant concerns regarding long-term noise levels and durability. While some drivers appreciate their predictable handling and comfort, a notable portion of users report premature tread wear, excessive road noise, and structural issues such as sidewall bubbles.
Pros
- Predictable and safe handling on dry pavement
- Competent performance in high-heat conditions
- Generally comfortable ride quality for calm, daily driving
- Good initial traction for standard commuting
Cons
- Significant increase in road noise as the tire ages
- Premature tread wear and limited mileage lifespan
- Structural reliability issues, including sidewall bubbles and flat-spotting
- Below-average performance in winter and snow conditions
Observations
- Users with heavier vehicles, such as the Tesla Model Y, report acceptable tread wear given the vehicle's high torque, though winter performance remains a weak point.
- Drivers of compact sedans frequently cite excessive cabin noise and a 'soggy' steering feel, suggesting the tire may not be well-suited for smaller, less-insulated chassis.
- Run-flat variants (SSR) on performance-oriented sedans like the Alfa Romeo Giulia show a tendency for rapid tread depletion.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental ProContact | B · Yokohama AVID S34NV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | — |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
62
/ 100
Continental
56
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Continental ProContact — better snow, treadwear and wet. Pick the Yokohama AVID S34NV if handling and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Continental ProContact scores 35 vs 13 on snow.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama AVID S34NV scores 82 vs 66 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Continental ProContact scores 64 vs 51 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental ProContact scores 69 vs 59 on wet.
Tire A · Continental ProContact
Tire B · Yokohama AVID S34NV
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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.