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Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus
  • Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus
  • Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus
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The ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS is Continental's Ultra High Performance All-Season tire developed for drivers of sports cars, sports coupes, performance sedans, SUVs and CUVs. Designed to improve upon key metrics compared to its predecessor, like braking in dry and wet, along with increased traction in snow and ice, the ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS is built to deliver skillful handling and high-speed capability with increased confidence for inclement weather, even in light snow.

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Featuring an updated, performance-tuned all-season tread compound molded into an updated asymmetric tread design and utilizing SPORTPLUS+ Technology, the ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS is built for enhanced handling and braking performance. Macro-Blocks and Chamfered block edges help improve ultimate dry road traction and provide increased cornering responsiveness. Generous high angle and circumferential grooves help evacuate water from the contact patch for increased hydroplaning resistance. 3D sipes help retain handling precision while increasing the number of biting edges for improved wet traction, while X-Sipes are utilized to improve lateral and longitudinal grip in inclement weather. Traction grooves within the circumferential channels further enhance winter weather traction by improving snow-to-snow traction.

ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS tires feature an Alignment Verification System to help identify vehicle misalignment concerns early in the tire's life before wear patterns form. The system also confirms suitability for different driving conditions through Tuned Performance Indicators. Tuned Performance Indicators are visible letters molded into the second rib from the outboard shoulder to alert drivers of the tire's performance levels. A visible "DWS" indicates the tire has appropriate tread depth for dry conditions, as well as wet roads and snow. After the "S" has worn away, the remaining "DW" indicates the tire only has appropriate tread depth for dry and most wet road conditions. After the "W" and "S" have both worn away, the remaining "D" indicates the tire has appropriate tread depth for dry conditions only.

The ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS incorporates a high strength, 2 ply sidewall construction for improved resistance to damage, along with a Sport Sidewall Insert for increased handling responsiveness. Continental's new high-strength, triple action, hybrid cap ply helps combine the positive attributes of a stiffer cord material for improved handling characteristics, while simultaneously retaining the benefits of a more flexible cord, helping maintain a smooth and quiet ride with an optimized contact patch for even wear and longer tread life.

Tire Rack Test Results Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus

Are EV-Specific Tires Better than Popular Non-EV Tires? – 2025 Test 1 (34:07)

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Ratings Charts & Reviews Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus

Tire Category: Ultra High Performance All-Season

Consumer Surveys

 
Best in Category
Price
Miles Reported
Recommended
Wet
Dry
Winter/Snow
Comfort
Treadwear
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus
Excellent
98%
$241
50M
8.9 - Excellent
9.1 - Excellent
9.0 Hydroplaning Resistance
9.1 Wet Traction
9.3 - Excellent
9.3 Corner Stability
9.4 Dry Traction
9.2 Steering Response
7.6 - Good
8.2 Light Snow Traction
7.4 Deep Snow Traction
7.1 Ice Traction
8.9 - Excellent
9.0 Ride Quality
8.7 Noise
8.5 - Good

Customers Say

Customer ratings showcase the Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus as an excellent ultra-high-performance all-season tire, with standout dry traction (9-10 scores dominating) and confident wet grip, including strong hydroplaning resistance. Winter traction earns praise for light snow and slush handling, though a few note reduced ice performance. Comfort receives consistent praise for smoothness and low noise, aligning with grand-touring expectations. Treadwear feedback is mostly positive (7-10 range), with some mentioning faster wear than anticipated for drivers prioritizing aggressive handling. Overall, it delivers balanced all-season capability with a sporty edge, satisfying enthusiasts seeking year-round performance without sacrificing refinement.

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894 customers mention "Wet Traction"

  • 871 positive
  • 23 negative

Customers overwhelmingly rate wet traction as excellent, with most scores being 9s and 10s. The Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus delivers confident grip and hydroplaning resistance in rainy conditions, excelling as an all-season performer.

December 08, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.6 out of 5 Star Rating
4.6 out of 5

...Very good dry and wet road handling (I live in a very rainy area)...

Great tires. Very good dry and wet road handling (I live in a very rainy area). I have not used them in really any snow, as I live near in south-central Virginia, but my siblings up north in PA and New England also bought these tires and they say they perform excellently in snow. Treadwear meets expectations, and actually wears a bit better than I expected for such grippy tires. They also look great.

Vehicle: 2003 Mazda Protege 5
Miles Driven on Tires: 20,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: LYNCHBURG, VA
Driving Style: Average
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November 27, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

...Wet traction is PHENOMENAL. I find myself not making any adjustments to high speed wet driving...

Actually I think these are the best tires I've ever owned. The XL distinction for these tires makes for a stronger sidewall, which is much for hitting ruts, potholes and such. My car has a lowered suspension (H&R Greens on stock struts) which needs extra help in the NY area. Wet traction is PHENOMENAL. I find myself not making any adjustments to high speed wet driving. Dry traction is on rails. These tires do everything I want them to with no complaints. I also had my wheels/tires balanced via Road Force balancing and I highly recommend it. I've never had such smooth driving without any vibrations, especially above 80mph. I hope Continental continues to make quality products in the future.

Vehicle: 2015 Hyundai Veloster Turbo R-Spec
Miles Driven on Tires: 30,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: NEW HAMPTON, NY
Driving Style: Spirited
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December 10, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.9 out of 5 Star Rating
4.9 out of 5

I needed great traction especially for wet conditions living in Florida... These tires are like glue on the road...

I love these Extreme Contacts. I've only owned one other set of Continentals some 30 years ago and chose these for my Mustang as I needed great traction especially for wet conditions living in Florida. I have had several sports style cars over the years and these tires outperform Goodyear's , Michelin's, Firestone's , Goodrich and Hankook, all of which I've had in the past. I like the term spirited driver that you use nice way of saying like to go fast and push some turns to the limit. A couple days ago I pushed these tires to what I thought would be the limit around a certain turn and I could not even get a squeal out of these tires. My Hankook's these replaced, could never even come close to taking that turn that "spirited".These tires are like glue on the road. These tires not only have great traction, they have very low road noise land a great smooth ride. I love them and highly recommend! Worth every penny.

Vehicle: 2013 Ford Mustang Convertible Automatic Transmission
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SARASOTA, FL
Driving Style: Spirited
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467 customers mention "Winter Traction"

  • 406 positive
  • 61 negative

Customers praise strong winter traction with many 9s/10s in snow/deep snow. Ice traction mostly scores 7-8, with occasional lower marks in extreme conditions.

March 07, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

...I drive fairly aggressively and these have been great in dry, wet, icy, and snowy conditions...

Upgraded to this tire from another continental tire - I drive fairly aggressively and these have been great in dry, wet, icy, and snowy conditions - would definitely purchase again.

Vehicle: 2022 Audi SQ7
Miles Driven on Tires: 3,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: MICHIGAN CITY, IN
Driving Style: Spirited
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December 09, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

N/A out of 5 Star Rating
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...It performs well in all the environments I've driven it, and that includes in snow and ice here up north...

I'll leave it to the professionals to rate the traction/etc - which they did highly and why I bought this tire. It performs well in all the environments I've driven it, and that includes snow and ice here up north. Road noise is not noticeable in our BMW X5, and it handles bumps a lot better than our previous tires. Highly recommend!

Vehicle: 2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i Base Model
Miles Driven on Tires: 12,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: MADISON, WI
Driving Style: Average
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December 23, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

3.8 out of 5 Star Rating
3.8 out of 5

...I got to try them on my 22 WRX for the first time in some snow (5 inches, powdery) and they were great. I fooled around in a parking lot, and it was difficult to get my car to be silly; I really had to do something stupid for it to swing out completely. As soon as the tires found a bit of plowed asphalt, it was like a death-grip, and the car snapped back to proper position instead of being sideways...

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These tires are great, especially with the rebate kicking you about $110 back. I got to try them on my 22 WRX for the first time in some snow (5 inches, powdery) and they were great. I fooled around in a parking lot, and it was difficult to get my car to be silly; I really had to do something stupid for it to swing out completely. As soon as the tires found a bit of plowed asphalt, it was like a death-grip, and the car snapped back to proper position instead of being sideways. I am very impressed with these tires and would buy them again.

Compared to the summer performance tires that came with the WRX, they lose about 10% feel and grip around corners, but they are excellent in all the hairy conditions that the summer tires didn't like. Since this car is my daily, it is a tradeoff I am willing to make. The car still communicates nicely, and these tires are a lot quieter and more comfortable than the summer tires. I got used to them very quickly, and am enjoying them a lot. I also got to test them on ice after a refreeze of a snow melt; they are quite good on the ice. I would now take the WRX to work on basically any day, even if the roads were extremely hairy. As long as you drive carefully and brake early and gently, you will be fine, especially with an AWD car.

This tire is a compromise tire if you don't want to get two pairs of wheels, but it really pulls it off if you don't have to deal with consistent 2-foot snow in the backroads.

Vehicle: 2022 Subaru WRX Premium
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: PITTSBURGH, PA
Driving Style: Spirited
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979 customers mention "Dry Traction"

  • 967 positive
  • 12 negative

Customers overwhelmingly rate the ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus' dry traction as excellent, with most scoring 9s and 10s. High marks highlight responsive handling and confident grip in dry conditions, aligning perfectly with its ultra-high performance all-season design. A few scores in the 7-8 range suggest minor variability, but overall satisfaction is exceptional.

December 20, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

These tires are a massive improvement over the stock Goodyear Eagle F1 that came with the car. I can no longer spin the tires at will either wet or dry. They have excellent cornering behavior...

These tires are a massive improvement over the stock Goodyear Eagle F1 that came with the car. I can no longer spin the tires at will either wet or dry. They have excellent cornering behavior. My only criticism is that on a Mini Cooper they exhibit very low self aligning torque. At low slip angles they provide no self centering. Even with heavy side loading the self aligning torque is very low. Since a major clue of approaching the limit of adhesion is a reduction of self aligning torque sensed thur the steering wheel this can make cornering at the limit more difficult.

Vehicle: 2023 MINI Hardtop 2 Door Cooper SE (Electric)
Miles Driven on Tires: 300
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: BLOOMINGTON, IN
Driving Style: Spirited
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December 29, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4.5 out of 5

...At first drive out of the tire shop, I had a really bad feeling as the car was too powerful for these tires and they kept spinning at every acceleration from stop. But once they were broken in, they are on par with summer tires with respect to traction and cornering...

Switched from Summer tires to these as I wanted a year around tire. At first drive out of the tire shop, I had a really bad feeling as the car was too powerful for these tires and they kept spinning at every acceleration from stop. But once they were broken in, they are certainly on par with summer tires with respect to traction and cornering. Car will hold the line at decent speeds in both wet and dry weather. I have not driven these yet on the snow/ice.

I should mention that the Steering feel is completely gone compared to PS4S and OEM Dunlop's I had on my car before. Granted my car has electric power steering but previous tires all gave some good feedback and loaded feeling. All-season tires are not meant to replicate that and I don't blame these tires. I will switch back to Conti ECS-2 after I wear these out though.

NVH is good. Absorbs expansion joints and impacts well. There is some tire noise but it is to be expected.

Vehicle: 2016 Lexus IS 350 RWD
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: AUSTIN, TX
Driving Style: Spirited
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December 24, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

...Dry roads these tires are smooth and responsive...

I was in debating between these and the Michelin Pilot Sport tires. With these being a little more cost effective, I went with them and save a few bucks. Very happy with these tires so far. No issues with slipping in the rain or anything which was my main concern. My car is lowered an the tires are almost tucking in the wheel wells and still no issues with these tires at all. Dry roads these tires are smooth and responsive. I will definitely get another set moving forward.

Vehicle: 2003 Lexus GS300
Miles Driven on Tires: 4,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SANTA CLARA, CA
Driving Style: Average
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963 customers mention "Ride Quality"

  • 923 positive
  • 40 negative

Customers consistently praise the ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus for exceptional comfort, with most scoring 9s and 10s in ride quality and noise levels. High ratings highlight its smooth, refined driving experience, perfectly aligning with ultra-high-performance all-season expectations.

January 16, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

These tires are so comfortable and work so well at colder temperatures.

These tires are so comfortable and work so well at colder temperatures.

Vehicle: 2024 Lotus Emira
Miles Driven on Tires: 500
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: NEW YORK, NY
Driving Style: Spirited
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April 07, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

4.6 out of 5 Star Rating
4.6 out of 5

...Quiet when you're highway cruising, responsive with excellent grip and feedback in the dry and wet. Quite predictable wet or dry. No 'wiggle' out of the tread/sidewall yet there are no harsh jolts over rough patches...

Beyond happy with these tires. Even ignoring the price for a moment, I would still be happy if the cost was twice as much. The worst part of driving my car has been ride quality. Being a heavier GT type vehicle that is supposed to deliver a premium ride.....the tires(Goodyear runflats) held it back. Way too harsh & too noisy, which is a failure on BMW's part. No idea what they were thinking when they chose the OEM tires for this chassis (F13 6 series).

With a few clicks my driving enjoyment was rescued (and for a quite reasonable price). These Extreme Contacts have been excellent in all conditions (haven't had snow driving with them yet). Quiet when you're highway cruising, responsive with excellent grip and feedback in the dry and wet. Quite predictable wet or dry. No "wiggle" out of the tread/sidewall yet there are no harsh jolts over rough patches.

I love to drive and these tires saved my marriage (car marriage....there is no hope for the other marriage), by removing everything I disliked about how the car felt and replaced the bad with great. Smooth, responsive, great feel, quiet, predictable, reasonable price. I'll stick with these tires on every car I own for as long as this model is available.

Vehicle: 2015 BMW 650i xDrive Coupe Without Staggered Tires
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SPRINGFIELD, OH
Driving Style: Spirited
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755 customers mention "Treadwear"

  • 677 positive
  • 78 negative

Most customers rate treadwear highly, with scores of 9-10 highlighting excellent all-season longevity. While a few lower scores note concerns, the majority praise consistent performance over time, aligning well with its ultra-high performance design.

December 26, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4.5 out of 5

...In tandem with 20" wheels they improved already great handling with only the slightest penalty in slap noise (35 series)and treadwear is amazing. The alpha platform awd cars notoriously eat tires but these have been great...

I put these on 3 cars since initially choosing them for an audi a8 Quattro when Michelin PS became too costly.

The Audi was a winter-only car and was phenomenal with these tires. I then bought a set for an awd cadillac and used them as summer tires. In tandem with 20" wheels they improved already great handling with only the slightest penalty in slap noise (35 series)and treadwear is amazing. The alpha platform awd cars notoriously eat tires but these have been great.
Now, I've put another set on another cadillac, this time as winters because the car (v-series) came on a set of "all season" that really are decent summers with crappy winter behavior. Again, the car is shockingly capable in snow/ice on these UHP contis. I can't wait for spring to probe the limits in good weather.

I find it ironic that an UHP tire has shown itself to be so superior to all-seasons in winter and yet can run with some very good summers in better weather , all while delivering low noise and exceptional treadwear.
As far as I'm concerned, we can put the DWS06+ on any sedan for any season and forget all other brands/options. These tires are THE ONE, the unicorn, the end of all comparisons and the answer to pretty much any need. Luxury to sport, sunshine to snow drifts, this is the perfect tire. Please, continental, don't screw these up! OEM's- pay attention! These need to be available original equipment.

Vehicle: 2023 Cadillac CT4-V AWD
Miles Driven on Tires: 35,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: LAINGSBURG, MI
Driving Style: Spirited
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March 14, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

4.2 out of 5 Star Rating
4.2 out of 5

Great all around tire for my X5 with excellent tread wear. They do get considerably louder after 20k but I can except that in exchange for 40k + miles vs the competition wearing out between 25-30k.

Great all around tire for my X5 with excellent tread wear. They do get considerably louder after 20k but I can except that in exchange for 40k + miles vs the competition wearing out between 25-30k.

Vehicle: 2017 BMW X5 xDrive35i
Miles Driven on Tires: 30,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA
Driving Style: Average
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December 11, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.6 out of 5 Star Rating
4.6 out of 5

...Tires has 15500 miles mostly Highway so far still looks New...

I’m Auto Technician
Tires has 15500 miles mostly Highway so far still looks New , Tires handling very good wet or Dry
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Vehicle: 2007 Lexus GS350 AWD
Miles Driven on Tires: 15,500
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: LUTHERVILLE TIMONIUM, MD
Driving Style: Easy Going
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Are EV-Specific Tires Better than Popular Non-EV Tires? – 2025 Test 1 (34:07)

In the first test of 2025, we run it back with EV vs non-EV tires with an eleven-tire, five-category grouping. Using our pair of Teslas, we delve into efficiency, road characteristics, wet and dry handling/braking, and of course, the overall rankings when combined! Including a final chart with tires from 2024 added! Sit back, relax, and enjoy the first test of 2025!

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Ultra High Performance All-Season: The Search for Balance - 2024 Test 6 With Winter Update (29:16)

Ultra High Performance All-Season tires are the best of the best when it comes to maximizing warm-weather traction while maintaining four-season usability. In this test, we compare 9 tires from this category to see what stands out and what leaves more to be desired.

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Experience the Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus (01:04)

Ultra High Performance All-Season tires are for drivers looking to maximize handling and performance while also maintaining decent year-round traction. The Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus is a legendary performer in this category, scoring high marks with both our test drivers and continuously earning Tire Rack’s Consumer Recommended status.

Testing Ultra High Performance All-Season Tires: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus (02:17)

The Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 has experienced quite a bit of time in the limelight in this category and looks to keep it that way.

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Testing Premium Ultra High Performance All-Season Tires 2021: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus (2:25)

The ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus has been a favorite since its debut, and we used it as the category benchmark to see how the newest in Ultra High Performance All-Season measure up.

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Testing Premium Ultra High Performance All-Season Tires 2021: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus (2:20)

The ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus is the latest in a long line of category-leading Ultra High Performance All-Season tires from Continental. We test it against the best in the category to see if it’s a worthy successor.

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TJ & Continental Talk ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus (15:06)

In this episode of “TJ Talking” our tire information and testing manager, TJ Campbell, sits down on a video call with Bjoern Glaeser, product manager at Continental Tire, todiscuss the ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus. This one-on-one dives into the tire’s design and how Continental took the ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus to the next level.

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