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Continental ContiSportContact 3

Passenger - Max Performance Summer
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SAFETY BRAKING AQUAPLANING TRACTION ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ULTRA-HIGH PERFORMANCE
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Key Facts

  • Official web page
  • Many sizes of this line have been discontinued.
  • This tire has been replaced by Continental / ContiSportContact 5
  • This tire replaced Continental / ContiSportContact 2
  • This tire has run-flat model:
  • Available Sizes in Line: 98
  • Original Equipment (OE) tires for:
    • • BMW 3 Series V (E90/E91/E92/E93) [2005 .. 2010]
    • • BMW 7 Series IV (E65/E66/E67/E68) Facelift [2005 .. 2008]
    • • Audi A6 C6 [2004 .. 2011]
    • • Audi A8 D4 [2010 .. 2014]
    • • Audi R8 42 [2007 .. 2016]
    • • BMW 3 Series V (E90/E91/E92/E93) LCI [2008 .. 2013]
    • • BMW 3 Series VI LCI (F30/F31/F34) [2015 .. 2019]
    • • BMW 3 Series VI (F30/F31/F34) [2011 .. 2016]
    • • BMW M3 F80 [2014 .. 2018]
    • • BMW M4 F82/F83 [2014 .. 2020]
    • • Jaguar XJ X351 [2009 .. 2021]
    • • Jaguar F-Pace X761 [2015 .. 2020]
    • • Jaguar XE X760 [2015 .. 2019]
    • • Jaguar XF X260 [2015 .. 2020]
    • • Maserati GranTurismo [2007 .. 2016]
    • • Mercedes-Benz E-Class AMG Br212 [2009 .. 2013]
    • • Mercedes-Benz E-Class AMG Br212 Facelift [2013 .. 2016]
    • • Mercedes-Benz E-Class AMG Br213/238 [2017 .. 2020]
    • • Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Br218 [2011 .. 2017]
    • • Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class C257 [2018 .. 2021]
    • • Mercedes-Benz E-Class Br212 [2009 .. 2013]
    • • Mercedes-Benz E-Class Br212 Facelift [2013 .. 2016]
    • • Mercedes-Benz E-Class Br213 [2017 .. 2020]
    • • MINI Cooper R56 [2006 .. 2014]
    • • MINI Cooper F55/F56 [2014 .. 2021]
    • • Porsche Boxster III (981) [2012 .. 2017]
    • • Porsche Panamera I (970) Facelift [2013 .. 2016]
    • • Porsche Panamera II (971) [2016 .. 2020]
    • • Saab 9-3 II (YS3F) Facelift [2008 .. 2014]
    • • Volkswagen Jetta A6 [2010 .. 2014]
    • • Volkswagen Jetta A6 Facelift [2015 .. 2019]
    • • Ford Grand C-MAX II Facelift [2015 .. 2019]
  • Year Released: 2006
  • Regions for sale: North America, Central & South America, Europe, Russia+, East Asia, Southeast Asia, Middle East, Africa, Oceania
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Summary

We spent several hours reading reviews from experts and tire owners. In summary, this is what people think about Continental ContiSportContact 3. You can agree with these conclusions by voting for any item:

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– One driver wrote that he was really surprised how quiet this tire was; it felt almost as if he was driving a different car.
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– Most buyers agreed that the tires were good value for money.
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– The tire offered a comfortable ride, according to the reviewers.
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– The car owners said that these tires had great traction for acceleration, braking and cornering, and they gave a true feeling of safety and security.
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– A few consumers were delighted by the tire's performance in both wet and dry conditions.
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Reasons not to buy

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– Some unhappy drivers claimed that these tires were horribly noisy.
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– Based on some reviews, the tire was not as durable as the drivers expected.
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Tire Rank :: Continental ContiSportContact 3

 151  168 in Passenger / Summer

 21  22 in Max Performance Summer

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Summary

Description

The Continental ContiSportContact 3 is a max performance summer tire, engineered specifically for high-end sports and luxury vehicles. Launched in 2006, it has been crafted to deliver exceptional braking and steering performance under unpredictable conditions. With an emphasis on dry and wet road handling, its design incorporates an asymmetrical tread pattern that ensures effective operation across varied surfaces.

Features & Benefits

  • Outstanding Braking Ability: Designed for superior stopping power on both dry and wet roads.
  • Enhanced Steering Response: The solid tread blocks and center rib offer improved handling and cornering stability.
  • Reduced Road Noise: An optimized arrangement of tread blocks diminishes noise levels for a quieter ride.
  • Effective Water Dispersion: Drainage grooves significantly lower the risk of aquaplaning by efficiently channeling water away from the tire's contact patch.
  • Increased Durability and Traction: Reinforcement with a double steel cord and nylon stabilizes the tire, enhancing both durability and grip.

Year Released

Introduced in 2006, the Continental ContiSportContact 3 replaced the ContiSportContact 2 and has since been succeeded by the ContiSportContact 5. The tire line also includes a run-flat model, the ContiSportContact 3 SSR, catering to specific vehicle needs.

Regions Availability

The ContiSportContact 3 is available across a wide range of regions including North America, Central & South America, Europe, Russia+, East Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Oceania. This extensive availability ensures compatibility with a broad spectrum of vehicles and driving conditions globally.

Vehicle Compatibility / Popular Vehicle Fitments

The tire's design and range of available sizes make it a suitable original equipment (OE) choice for various prestigious car models such as:

  • BMW 3 Series, 7 Series, M3, M4
  • Audi A6, A8, R8
  • Jaguar XJ, F-Pace, XE, XF
  • Maserati GranTurismo
  • Mercedes-Benz E-Class AMG, CLS-Class
  • MINI Cooper
  • Porsche Boxster, Panamera
  • Saab 9-3
  • Volkswagen Jetta
  • Ford Grand C-MAX

Note: Always consult with a tire specialist or the vehicle's manufacturer to ensure correct tire fitment.

Final Thoughts

The Continental ContiSportContact 3 represents a significant evolution in tire technology, offering a blend of performance features that meet the demands of drivers seeking max performance from their summer tires. With improvements in braking distance, aquaplaning resistance, slip resistance, and durability over its predecessor, this tire sets a high standard for sports and luxury vehicle tires.

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Detailed Information

Type and Size
Tire Model
Continental / ContiSportContact 3
Car Type
Season
Summer
Rim Diameter
16 / 17 / 18 / 19 / 20 / 22 "
Width
195 / 205 / 215 / 225 / 235 / 245 / 255 / 265 / 275 / 285 / 295 / 305 / 315 / 325 mm
Aspect Ratio
25 / 30 / 35 / 40 / 45 / 50 / 55 %
Construction
Radial
Special Features
Runflat
No
Mud and Snow
No
Extra Load
Optional
Speed and Load
Speed Index
(Y) (max > 186 mph) ... Z (max > 149 mph)
Load Index (max load for a tire)
 

Continental / ContiSportContact 3 Sizes & Specifications

Note! Many sizes of this line have been discontinued.

Rim Model Size Index Features Price
R16 195/45 R16 80V 195/45 R16 80V
R17 195/40 R17 81V XL 195/40 R17 81V XL
R17 205/45 R17 84V 205/45 R17 84V
R17 205/45 R17 84W 205/45 R17 84W
R17 205/45 R17 88V XL 205/45 R17 88V XL
R17 205/50 R17 89V 205/50 R17 89V
R17 205/55 R17 91Y 205/55 R17 91Y
R17 215/45 R17 91V XL FR 215/45 R17 91V XL, FR
R17 215/50 R17 95W 215/50 R17 95W
R17 215/50 R17 95W XL 215/50 R17 95W XL
R17 225/45 R17 91V 225/45 R17 91V
R17 225/45 R17 91W 225/45 R17 91W
R17 225/45 R17 91Y 225/45 R17 91Y
R17 225/45 R17 94W 225/45 R17 94W
R17 225/50 R17 94V 225/50 R17 94V
R17 225/50 R17 94Y 225/50 R17 94Y
R17 225/50 R17 98Y 225/50 R17 98Y
R17 235/45 R17 94W FR 235/45 R17 94W FR
R17 235/45 R17 97W 235/45 R17 97W
R17 235/50 R17 96Y 235/50 R17 96Y
R17 245/40 R17 91W 245/40 R17 91W
R17 245/45 R17 95W 245/45 R17 95W
R17 255/40 R17 94W 255/40 R17 94W
R17 255/45 R17 98W 255/45 R17 98W
R18 225/40 R18 92W XL 225/40 R18 92W XL
R18 225/45 R18 95W 225/45 R18 95W
R18 235/40 R18 91Y 235/40 R18 91Y
R18 235/40 R18 (95Y) XL 235/40 R18 (95Y) XL
R18 235/40 R18 95W XL FR 235/40 R18 95W XL, FR
R18 235/40 R18 95Y 235/40 R18 95Y
R18 235/40 R18 95Y XL FR 235/40 R18 95Y XL, FR
R18 235/40 R18 97 235/40 R18 97
R18 235/45 R18 94V 235/45 R18 94V
R18 235/45 R18 94W FR 235/45 R18 94W FR
R18 235/45 R18 98W 235/45 R18 98W
R18 245/35 R18 93Y 245/35 R18 93Y
R18 245/40 R18 (93Y) 245/40 R18 (93Y)
R18 245/40 R18 93Y 245/40 R18 93Y
R18 245/40 R18 97Y 245/40 R18 97Y
R18 245/40 R18 97Y XL FR 245/40 R18 97Y XL, FR
R18 245/45 R18 93Y 245/45 R18 93Y
R18 245/45 R18 96Y 245/45 R18 96Y
R18 245/50 R18 100Y 245/50 R18 100Y
R18 255/35 R18 94Y 255/35 R18 94Y
R18 255/35 R18 94Y XL FR 255/35 R18 94Y XL, FR
R18 255/40 R18 (99Y) XL 255/40 R18 (99Y) XL
R18 255/40 R18 99Y 255/40 R18 99Y
R18 255/40 R18 99Y XL FR 255/40 R18 99Y XL, FR
R18 255/55 R18 109Y 255/55 R18 109Y
R18 255/55 R18 109Y XL 255/55 R18 109Y XL
R18 265/35 R18 (97Y) 265/35 R18 (97Y)
R18 265/35 R18 97Y 265/35 R18 97Y
R18 265/35 R18 97Y XL FR 265/35 R18 97Y XL, FR
R18 265/40 R18 101Y 265/40 R18 101Y
R18 275/35 R18 95Y 275/35 R18 95Y
R18 275/35 R18 99Y 275/35 R18 99Y
R18 275/40 R18 99Y 275/40 R18 99Y
R18 275/45 R18 103Y 275/45 R18 103Y
R18 285/35 R18 (101Y) XL 285/35 R18 (101Y) XL
R18 285/35 R18 101Y 285/35 R18 101Y
R18 285/35 R18 101Y XL FR 285/35 R18 101Y XL, FR
R19 235/35 R19 (87Y) 235/35 R19 (87Y)
R19 235/35 R19 87Y 235/35 R19 87Y
R19 235/35 R19 (91Y) XL 235/35 R19 (91Y) XL
R19 235/35 R19 91W 235/35 R19 91W
R19 235/35 R19 91Y XL 235/35 R19 91Y XL
R19 235/40 R19 92W 235/40 R19 92W
R19 235/40 R19 96W XL 235/40 R19 96W XL
R19 235/40 R19 96Y 235/40 R19 96Y
R19 245/35 R19 (93Y) XL 245/35 R19 (93Y) XL
R19 245/35 R19 93Y 245/35 R19 93Y
R19 245/45 R19 98W 245/45 R19 98W
R19 245/45 R19 98Y 245/45 R19 98Y
R19 255/35 R19 96Y 255/35 R19 96Y
R19 255/45 R19 (100Y) 255/45 R19 (100Y)
R19 255/45 R19 100Y 255/45 R19 100Y
R19 265/35 R19 (94Y) 265/35 R19 (94Y)
R19 265/35 R19 94Y 265/35 R19 94Y
R19 265/35 R19 98Y 265/35 R19 98Y
R19 275/40 R19 101W 275/40 R19 101W
R19 275/40 R19 101Y 275/40 R19 101Y
R19 285/40 R19 (103Y) 285/40 R19 (103Y)
R19 285/40 R19 103Y FR 285/40 R19 103Y FR
R19 295/30 R19 (100Y) XL 295/30 R19 (100Y) XL
R19 295/30 R19 100Y 295/30 R19 100Y
R20 225/30 R20 87Y XL 225/30 R20 87Y XL
R20 245/35 R20 95Y 245/35 R20 95Y
R20 245/35 R20 95Y XL 245/35 R20 95Y XL
R20 245/40 R20 99Y 245/40 R20 99Y
R20 245/40 R20 99Y XL 245/40 R20 99Y XL
R20 265/30 R20 94Y 265/30 R20 94Y
R20 265/40 R20 104Y 265/40 R20 104Y
R20 265/40 R20 104Y XL 265/40 R20 104Y XL
R20 275/35 R20 102Y 275/35 R20 102Y
R20 275/35 R20 102Y XL 275/35 R20 102Y XL
R20 285/30 R20 99Y 285/30 R20 99Y
R20 285/35 R20 104Y 285/35 R20 104Y
R20 285/35 R20 104Y XL 285/35 R20 104Y XL

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