The ContiSportContact 3 is Continental Tire's Max Performance Summer tire developed for the drivers of powerful sports cars, sports coupes and luxury sedans. The ContiSportContact 3 is designed to combine outstanding braking capability and agile steering precision. Like all summer tires, the Continental ContiSportContact 3 is not intended to be driven in near-freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.
ContiSportContact 3 tires feature an asymmetric design with solid tread blocks and a continuous rib on the outboard shoulder to improve responsiveness and cornering stability, while continuous intermediate ribs provide constant rubber-to-road contact to reduce noise and control the longitudinal forces experienced when braking. The continuous circumferential tread grooves help disperse water to resist hydroplaning and their asymmetrically angled walls further stabilize the tread ribs, increasing steering precision and reducing deformation while cornering. The notched shoulder blocks on the inboard portion enhance wet weather traction.
The tire's structure includes twin steel belts reinforced by nylon to stabilize the tread area and enhance handling as well as high-speed capability.
El neumático ContiSportContact 3, es el neumático de Rendimiento Máximo Para Verano de Continental desarrollado para autos deportivos poderosos, cupés deportivos y sedanes lujosos. Este neumático combina una excelente capacidad de frenado y una precisión ágil al girar el volante. Como todo neumático de verano, el ContiSportContact 3, no fue diseñado para ser utilizado en temperaturas cercas al nivel de congelación, hielo o nieve.
El ContiSportContact 3, posee una banda de rodadura con diseño asimétrico, que cuenta, con bloques sólidos y un segmento continuo en el hombro exterior. Este diseño, mejora la respuesta al comando del conductor y la estabilidad al tomar curvas, a la vez un segmento continuo intermedio, provee contacto constante con la carretera, reduciendo el ruido y controlando la fuerza longitudinal causada por la acción de frenar. Las ranuras continuas circunferenciales ayudan a dispersar el agua y resistir el deslizamiento en agua (hydroplaning), además sus paredes asimétricas angulares, estabilizan más la banda de rodamiento aumentando la precisión al girar y reduciendo la deformación al tomar curvas. Los bloques con muescas en el hombro interno aumenta la tracción sobre superficies mojadas.
La estructura del ContiSportcontact 3 incluye correas gemelas de acero reforzadas con nailon, para estabilizar el área interna de la banda de rodamiento y mejorar la maniobrabilidad y la capacidad del neumático a velocidades elevadas.
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Warranty summary for replacement tires purchased on or after 04/01/25(1 of 3)
Manufacturer Special Warranty:60-day or 1st 2/32" trial (2), 3-yr flat changing
Additional Information:(1) Repair voids warranty (2) Whichever comes 1st,purchase 4 exchange for another set of Conti.
Notes
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New vehicle Original Equipment tire warranties often differ from those covering replacement tires. Consult your vehicle documents to confirm Original Equipment tire warranty coverage.
Tire Rack Test Results Continental ContiSportContact 3
Testing Dunlop's Latest Max Performance Summer Tire(03:37)
Max Performance Summer tires blend the latest technologies into a package that can maximize acceleration, braking and cornering power while remaining civilized enough for the daily commute or a night on the town.
The Sport Maxx TT is the newest from Dunlop in this category. It combines a motorsports-inspired tread compound with Touch Technology for enhanced tire-to-driver communication and Kevlar-reinforced sidewalls for handling. Has it maximized Max Performance? We found out when we compared it to three popular tires.
Feedback patterns show the Bridgestone DriveGuard Plus excels in comfort, with many ratings in the 8-10 range for a smooth, quiet ride. Treadwear receives strong praise, with scores often reaching 9-10, highlighting long-term durability. Winter traction is generally reliable in snow (8-9), though a few note reduced confidence on ice (scores as low as 5). Wet traction scores 7-10, with most users reporting secure handling, while dry traction consistently earns top marks (9-10) for responsive cornering and stability. The tire's all-season reliability and run-flat capability resonate well with grand touring drivers prioritizing comfort and performance.
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212 reviews mention "Wet Traction"
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11 negative
Most customers rate wet traction 9s and 10s, highlighting confident grip and reliable hydroplaning resistance. Scores between 7-8 still show strong wet performance for all-season driving needs.
March 18, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.7 out of 5
better ride overall - especially wet traction - than the OE tires
better ride overall - especially wet traction - than the OE tires
Vehicle: 2023 Acura Integra A-Spec Miles Driven on Tires: 8,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: GWYNEDD VALLEY, PA Driving Style: Spirited
Winter Traction receives strong ratings, with most customers scoring 9s and 10s in snow and deep snow performance. Ice traction shows variability, with many 7-8s and a few lower scores. Overall, the DriveGuard Plus delivers confident grip in winter conditions, aligning well with its all-season design.
January 14, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5
...Quiet during the entire tire life, even wear, and great traction in snow...
After years of replacing Continental GS SSR O.E. run flat tires with more of the same, I decided to try Bridgestone Drive Guard tires. What a difference! Quiet during the entire tire life, even wear, and great traction in snow. I cannot speak to tire life as run flat tires on a Mercedes is not much more than 20K miles and I sold the car with only 10K miles on the tires. Will replace the O.E. Continental run flat tires on my new Mercedes C300 with Bridgestone Drive Guard tires when the Continental’s wear out.
Vehicle: 2015 Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC Sedan Luxury Package Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: MERTZTOWN, PA Driving Style: Spirited
...But other than that the tires feel really good in all weather types. They are effective in the snow, up to about 4 inches and slush and heavy rain.
In a staggered set up, the front tires will create a warping sound due to the outter edges of the tread wearing. The fix was to move them back and forth from left to right. But other than that the tires feel really good in all weather types. They are effective in the snow, up to about 4 inches and slush and heavy rain.
Vehicle: 2017 BMW 340i xDrive Sedan M Sport Pkg Staggered Tires Miles Driven on Tires: 8,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: BRIDGEPORT, WV Driving Style: Spirited
Customers consistently rate dry traction highly, with most scores between 9-10. The DriveGuard Plus delivers responsive handling and confident grip, excelling in dry conditions as expected for a Grand Touring All-Season tire.
March 12, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.4 out of 5
Seems to handle wet, snow, and dry conditions really well...
Seems like really good set of tires. Seems to handle wet, snow, and dry conditions really well. Seems to be a good, smooth, and long lasting tire. Still have lots of tread left.
Vehicle: 2018 Infiniti Q50 3.0t AWD Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: GREENWICH, OH Driving Style: Average
...Dry weather traction is better especially under acceleration. Overall ride is smoother and quieter in town and on the highway...
Over the last 10 years I have had 2 sets of the original Driveguard tires in addition to the OEM Michelins. This time I went with the Driveguard Plus tires and they are a huge improvement. Turn in and overall steering response are greatly improved as is high speed cornering. Dry weather traction is better especially under acceleration. Overall ride is smoother and quieter in town and on the highway. I have never had a set of tires that were such a noticeable improvement over previous ones.They make my Cadillac ATS feel new again, riding and handling as well or better than when I first got the car. I am impressed.
Vehicle: 2014 Cadillac ATS 2.0L Turbo AWD Luxury Miles Driven on Tires: 500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: GRAND JCT, CO Driving Style: Spirited
Most customers rate comfort highly with scores 8-10, praising the smooth ride and low noise levels. While a few lower scores exist, the DriveGuard Plus excels in delivering refined comfort for all-season touring.
February 08, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.6 out of 5
Immediately noticed how much quieter and smoother these tires were from my previous ones...
Immediately noticed how much quieter and smoother these tires were from my previous ones. These were recommended by others in my Roadster FB group and definitely happy I went with them.
Vehicle: 2015 MINI Roadster John Cooper Works Miles Driven on Tires: 50 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: ISLE OF PALMS, SC Driving Style: Average
...I don't remember what run flats I had before through my dealership, but they were hard and made the car stiff. I love driving my car now...
This is the only All Weather Run Flat option on the market for my car and size. That being said, I LOVE these tires. I don't remember what run flats I had before through my dealership, but they were hard and made the car stiff. I love driving my car now, and I will keep buying these till I get a different car or until they stop making these tires (which will make me sad.)
Vehicle: 2012 BMW 328i Sedan M Sport Pkg Staggered Tires Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: PORTSMOUTH, RI Driving Style: Spirited
Most customers rate treadwear 9s and 10s, highlighting excellent durability for Grand Touring All-Season use. While some lower scores exist, high marks emphasize long-lasting performance in varied conditions.
January 07, 2026
4.7 out of 5
...No other run-flat tire I've found comes with any tread life warrantee! Compared to the OEM Pirelli tires these are quieter, handle as good (or better), and come with a 60K mile tread-life warranty...
An excellent run-flat tire for a luxury SUV. Compared to the OEM Pirelli tires these are quieter, handle as good (or better), and come with a 60K mile tread-life warranty. No other run-flat tire I've found comes with any tread life warrantee! In addition, the included Tire Rack Road Hazard Warranty has made me a Tire Rack customer for life! My area of Pennsylvania has terrible roads so I have had 2 Bridgestone run-flat tires get punctured in the past 1.5 years. The Bridgestone fund-flats performed as expected even when low on air after a puncture, got me home, then to the tire store for replacement. Reimbursement from the Road Hazard insurance provider was prompt and effortless.
Vehicle: 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 4MATIC SUV Sport Package Miles Driven on Tires: 11,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: POTTSTOWN, PA Driving Style: Average
Seems like really good set of tires. Seems to handle wet, snow, and dry conditions really well. Seems to be a good, smooth, and long lasting tire. Still have lots of tread left.
Vehicle: 2018 Infiniti Q50 3.0t AWD Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: GREENWICH, OH Driving Style: Average
Testing Dunlop's Latest Max Performance Summer Tire(03:37)
Max Performance Summer tires blend the latest technologies into a package that can maximize acceleration, braking and cornering power while remaining civilized enough for the daily commute or a night on the town.
The Sport Maxx TT is the newest from Dunlop in this category. It combines a motorsports-inspired tread compound with Touch Technology for enhanced tire-to-driver communication and Kevlar-reinforced sidewalls for handling. Has it maximized Max Performance? We found out when we compared it to three popular tires.
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