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Continental VanContact Winter review

The Continental VanContact Winter is generally regarded as a reliable performer in cold, wet, and snowy conditions, making it a functional choice for commercial van applications. While it offers commendable tread longevity, users report compromises in dry handling, cornering stability, and cabin noise levels.

Relative score
74/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
66/100
2 reviews
Continental VanContact Winter
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

66%
Would buy again 60%
Dry
Overall dry
70%
Corner stability
70%
Dry traction
80%
Steering response
70%
Wet
Overall wet
80%
Wet traction
80%
Snow & ice
Overall snow & ice
70%
Comfort
Overall comfort
65%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
90%
Handling
Overall handling
55%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 2 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Continental VanContact Winter is generally regarded as a reliable performer in cold, wet, and snowy conditions, making it a functional choice for commercial van applications. While it offers commendable tread longevity, users report compromises in dry handling, cornering stability, and cabin noise levels.

Pros

  • Reliable traction on snow-covered roads
  • Strong performance in cold, wet weather
  • Impressive tread longevity and durability

Cons

  • Noticeable understeer during cornering
  • Subpar handling performance in dry conditions
  • High levels of road noise at lower speeds

Worth knowing

  • Users operating heavy, loaded work vans report significant understeer issues during cornering maneuvers.
  • The tire demonstrates high durability for commercial use, with reports of reaching 32,000 miles while maintaining legal tread depth.
Where to buy

Continental VanContact Winter specs & sizes

Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.

Specifications
Tread depth12/32″
SidewallBlack Side Wall
Max pressure79 - 90 psi
SizeRetailer
195/75 R16 Amazon

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