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Continental 4x4 Contact review

Name: Continental 4x4 Contact
Brand: Continental

The Continental 4x4 Contact is a polarizing tire that receives mixed reviews, primarily due to a significant disparity in tread life expectations. While many users appreciate its quiet ride and competent on-road handling in wet and dry conditions, a substantial portion of owners report premature wear and poor performance in challenging winter or off-road environments.

Relative score

66/100

tests + owners

Owner reviews

64/100

35 reviews

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Scores

Two scoring systems, side by side

Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.

By owner reviews

63.9%

Would buy again 51%

Dry

Overall dry

80.7%

Corner stability

59%

Dry traction

77%

Steering response

68%

Wet

Overall wet

74.7%

Hydroplaning resistance

61%

Wet traction

69%

Snow & ice

Overall snow & ice

64.5%

Light snow

52%

Heavy snow

44%

Ice

45.5%

Comfort

Overall comfort

75.7%

Ride comfort

66%

Noise

Overall noise

64%

Treadwear

Overall treadwear

50.6%

Handling

Overall handling

56%

By source

Tyre Reviews65%35 reviews Tire Rack27%

From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 35 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

Pros

Quiet and comfortable ride quality
Reliable grip in standard wet and dry road conditions
Competent performance for light-duty, on-road SUV use
Generally positive initial impressions as original equipment

Cons

Extremely inconsistent and often premature tread wear
Poor traction in deep snow, ice, and mud
High price point relative to longevity and performance
Negative impact on fuel economy for some users

Worth knowing

Freelander 2 owners report highly inconsistent experiences, with some achieving high mileage while others report rapid degradation.
Users of heavier SUVs and luxury vehicles (e.g., Mercedes G-Class) report the most severe tread wear issues, often under 5,000 miles.
Drivers of smaller SUVs like the Honda CR-V and Nissan Rogue frequently cited disappointment with the tire's lifespan compared to expectations for the vehicle class.

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