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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.

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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
Miles Reported
Recommended
Wet
Dry
Winter/Snow
Comfort
Treadwear
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus
Excellent
98%
51M
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

User feedback reveals the Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 delivers excellent dry traction and confident wet performance, with scores consistently in the 9-10 range for precise handling and hydroplaning resistance. Winter traction earns praise for light snow capability, though ice performance shows more variability, with some ratings dipping to 4-6. Comfort receives strong marks for ride smoothness, though a few note moderate road noise. Treadwear ratings cluster around 8-10, with most customers reporting satisfactory longevity, though occasional 7s suggest some drivers expect better wear from an ultra-high-performance all-season tire. Overall satisfaction highlights its balanced capabilities across intended conditions.

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875 customers mention "Wet Traction"

  • 854 positive
  • 21 negative

Most customers give excellent wet traction scores of 9-10, highlighting confident handling and reliable grip in wet conditions. While some scores between 7-8 exist, performance remains strong for all-season use, aligning with intended capabilities.

September 17, 2023 (Verified Purchase)

4.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4.5 out of 5

...Great wet weather traction

Nice quite tire. Great wet weather traction

Vehicle: 2018 Cadillac CTS Sedan 3.6L Twin Turbo
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SOUTHWICK, MA
Driving Style: Spirited
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October 27, 2023 (Verified Purchase)

4.4 out of 5 Star Rating
4.4 out of 5

...Wet performance is top-notch, just keep in mind the roads are wet... duhhhh...

The ONLY downside to these tires is the sidewall is so stiff Firestone was unable to install them, stating they were low-profile tires (245/40R18) which is not low profile in my opinion. Tire performance is exceptional though. I have been on several Mini car club runs along with a trip to Tail of the Dragon where I drive VERY spirited, typically doubling the "recommended" curve speed when with others and exceeding that when by myself. Tires stuck it every time. Wet performance is also top-notch, just keep in mind the roads are wet.... duhhhh. I've also tried them out in about 3 inches of snow, fresh fall / packed, and was pleasantly surprised at their snow capabilities considering how well they do on dry roads. The ride is a bit stiff but if you want the cornering you NEED stiff sidewalls so it's a give-and-take. All around great tire, I will be purchasing them again!

Vehicle: 2020 MINI Clubman John Cooper Works
Miles Driven on Tires: 16,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
Driving Style: Spirited
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January 07, 2025

4.4 out of 5 Star Rating
4.4 out of 5

...Wet traction is amazing, in a way that you will notice from the first time you drive with these tires on: even light snow proved no challenge...

Amazing set of tires, even though the car I use these on is nowhere near performance oriented, the way a car can be entirely transformed with a good set of tires cannot be underestimated. Wet traction is amazing, in a way that you will notice from the first time you drive with these tires on: even light snow proved no challenge. Overall amazing set of tires, even the sidewall looks good!

Vehicle: 2012 Mazda MAZDA5 Grand Touring
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SILVER SPRING, MD
Driving Style: Spirited
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414 customers mention "Winter Traction"

  • 344 positive
  • 70 negative

Most customers rate winter traction highly with scores 8-10, praising confident grip in snow. While ice traction shows some 5-7 scores, the tire delivers reliable all-season capability with strong light snow performance.

February 18, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

...Took the Miata to the mountains and roads were covered in ice. The tires gripped like glue and I was blown away. Michelin pulled some magic with these tires...

These tires are insanely sticky on icy/snowy roads. Took the Miata to the mountains and roads were covered in ice. The tires gripped like glue and I was blown away. Michelin pulled some magic with these tires. My miata was handling better than many SUVs on snow. Dry traction is also great, comparing to worn out Michelin PSS. The only downside to these tires on a lightweight car like Miata is the weight and the stiffness of the tires. It feels very heavy, bumps on road are more noticeable and it overall feels less comfortable on uneven terrain. Otherwise amazing tires. Very predictable grip window both on snow/ice and dry/wet.

Vehicle: 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: LOS ANGELES, CA
Driving Style: Spirited
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December 13, 2023 (Verified Purchase)

4.2 out of 5 Star Rating
4.2 out of 5

...Ice is also a bit better but I don't agree with other reviews that they're almost like winter tires...

Excellent dry weather tires. My car is FWD and would easily torque steer on the OEM set. These immediately catch grip and drive you wherever they're pointed. Wet weather traction is much better than my originals as well as light snow. Ice is also a bit better but I don't agree with other reviews that they're almost like winter tires.

I would happily purchase these again. They're some of the best tires I've had so far.

Vehicle: 2018 Lincoln Continental 2.7L FWD
Miles Driven on Tires: 14,900
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: ODESSA, TX
Driving Style: Spirited
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979 customers mention "Dry Traction"

  • 965 positive
  • 14 negative

Customers overwhelmingly rate dry traction as excellent, with most scoring 9s and 10s. The Pilot Sport All Season 4 delivers responsive handling and reliable grip, excelling in dry conditions as expected for an Ultra High Performance tire.

March 26, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

3.5 out of 5 Star Rating
3.5 out of 5

...Really amazing tire in the wet and dry the only problem is you don't really know you limitations...

excellent in wet . Car had run flats that I hated when purchased. These tires are slightly different size but same OD. Jeep SRT handling is twitchy and somewhat soft but still firm, so not real predictable or linear in handling characteristics . Had a Trailblazer SS previously that was more predictable but less powerful so some of my comments about tires are related to SRT handling characteristics not necessarily the tire. Really amazing tire in the wet and dry the only problem is you don't really know you limitations. Drive mostly on country roads with high crown and off camber corners with bumps, so the SRT suspension tuned for smooth track like surfaces does not inspire a lot of confidence on this type of road with a 5000# car with almost 500 horsepower. Great tire though.

Vehicle: 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4X4 SRT
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway
Location: BRIDGETON, NJ
Driving Style: Spirited
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August 25, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.9 out of 5 Star Rating
4.9 out of 5

...K5 GT is known to have zero traction with its stock Pirelli tires, but these Michelin Pilot Sport completely transformed the feel of the car for me. I can finally step on the gas off the line and not have my tires spin. Overall cornering and traction performance increased...

Best tires I ever used. K5 GT is known to have zero traction with its stock Pirelli tires, but these Michelin Pilot Sport completely transformed the feel of the car for me. I can finally step on the gas off the line and not have my tires spin for ages. Overall cornering and traction performance increased.

Not sure if this is where I write this, but having warranty is also a great plus. Had TireRack replace one of my tires due to it bubbling up, and they didn’t give me any issues about it. So I won’t just be getting these tires again, I will also make sure to keep my business at TireRack!

Vehicle: 2023 Kia K5 FWD GT
Miles Driven on Tires: 33,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: PHILADELPHIA, PA
Driving Style: Spirited
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May 16, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

3.7 out of 5 Star Rating
3.7 out of 5

...They're quieter and have a surprising level of grip; significantly better than any A/S I've previously experienced on a 944 and 993 C4S...

Superb tires for this car. OEM Pirellis looked stretched over the 20” wheels. These 265 Michelins look perfect and ride more comfortably. Even the tech who mounted the tires commented on how much better they looked. Other than the Pirellis slightly better on center feel these A/S Michelins are as good or better. They’re quieter and have a surprising level of grip; significantly better than any A/S I’ve previously experienced on a 944 and 993 C4S. A great A/S car and great A/S tires. There’s lots of hand-wringing over A/S options for the TTS and RS OEM 20/9” wheels on Audi websites. To me these Pilot Sport AS 4 XLs are ---- near perfect. Thanks to Todd for guiding me into these.

Vehicle: 2023 Audi TTS Coupe 255/30-20
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: MILLVILLE, NJ
Driving Style: Spirited
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976 customers mention "Ride Quality"

  • 926 positive
  • 50 negative

Most customers rate comfort as excellent, with scores 9-10 for ride quality and low noise. Even lower scores (7-8) still reflect positive feedback, highlighting refined handling and a smooth, quiet experience in all-season conditions.

March 08, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

3.8 out of 5 Star Rating
3.8 out of 5

...Comfort levels are very high considering the quality of the local roads and a 40-series sidewall. It's close to some grand touring tires I've had from Pirelli and Continental. Noise levels are very good as well, though they have gotten louder in 20,000 miles, but not uncomfortably so...

I bought these in summer 2022 and now have exactly 20,000 miles. Most of my driving is in the city in stop and go conditions from 55 or 65 mph to zero for about 10-15 miles each way every day. And then on the weekend some twisty mountain roads.

These tires have exceeded my expectations in pretty much every regard. I've previously had the Pilot Sport 3 summer tire, and this tire has about 90% of the grip of that tire in good weather. Hydroplaning resistance is maybe a little bit less than the PS3 was. Comfort levels are also very high considering the quality of the local roads and a 40-series sidewall. It's close to some grand touring tires I've had from Pirelli and Continental. Noise levels are very good as well, though they have gotten louder in 20,000 miles, but not uncomfortably so. The Hankook UHP all seasons I had on before these were noticeably terrible at this point in their life.

Treadwear is very good so far I am at 6/32 to 7/32; I expect at least another 20,000 miles from these before they are too worn down to be safe for winter usage, which is pretty good for my driving style.

They do very well so far in light to moderate snowfall. They are certainly not on the same level as a dedicated winter tire, or even CrossClimates that I've had on a RWD Mercedes, but they work well in my city, which usually does a good job clearing the roads. In ice, they are about the same as every all season. If you are in a humid winter environment where there is ice, you really should be running winter tires.

I would definitely recommend these to almost anyone. I would buy them again if I were not a tire nerd who has to try out something new every time I get tires :D

Vehicle: 2018 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen 1.8T FWD
Miles Driven on Tires: 20,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly City
Location: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
Driving Style: Spirited
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October 17, 2023 (Verified Purchase)

5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...The ride is extremely comfortable and smooth...

A really great set of tires for my car. The ride is extremely comfortable and smooth. They make my car handle like it’s on rails.

Vehicle: 2015 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Coupe
Miles Driven on Tires: 4,356
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: OKATIE, SC
Driving Style: Spirited
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July 17, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...The comfort of driving has increased, i noticed the difference, immediately, after switching out the old set...

ABSOLUTELY PERFECT! Hands down the best tires for the Tesla Model Y (all trims). It’s been a year and i’ve put about 20K miles on these and they have performed well all year round! We had a rainy season few months ago and the tires handled the puddles and wet roads like a champ. The comfort of driving has also increased, i noticed the difference, immediately, after switching out the old set.

I will buy these again 10000%!

Vehicle: 2021 Tesla Model Y 255/40-20
Miles Driven on Tires: 20,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: BURLINGAME, CA
Driving Style: Average
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715 customers mention "Treadwear"

  • 608 positive
  • 107 negative

Most customers rate treadwear as excellent, with scores of 9-10 highlighting long-lasting performance. While a few lower ratings exist, the majority praise impressive tread life in all-season conditions, aligning with its Ultra High Performance design.

March 07, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...They are what my Infiniti Q60 needs for maximum performance and the tread wear is excellent.

These are the best tires. They are what my Infiniti Q60 needs for maximum performance and the tread wear is excellent.

Vehicle: 2015 Infiniti Q60 Coupe Journey Sport Package
Miles Driven on Tires: 30,000
Driving Conditions: All Highway
Location: RICHMOND HILL, GA
Driving Style: Spirited
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May 12, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

3.6 out of 5 Star Rating
3.6 out of 5

...Tread life is the worst I've ever experienced. I've only put 8135 miles on these tires (and rotated them at 5k miles) and they're down to 4/32!

Tire ride and handling have been amazing. Tread life is the worst I've ever experience. I've only put 8135 miles on these tires (and rotated them at 5k miles) and they're down to 4/32!

Vehicle: 2022 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Q4 255/40-21
Miles Driven on Tires: 8,135
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: BURLINGTON, VT
Driving Style: Spirited
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Consumer Reviews

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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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