Continental ContiSportContact 5 SSR Max Performance Summer Tires in 235/50R18

Max Performance Summer

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  • Size: 235/50R18
  • Mercedes, MOExtended Run Flat
  • Style: Blackwall
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  • Load Range: SL
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The ContiSportContact 5 SSR is Continental's Max Performance Summer run-flat tire designed to provide temporary extended mobility in case of complete air loss due to a puncture. ContiSportContact 5 SSR tires are designed to combine short braking distances and good cornering traction with reduced fuel consumption and good treadwear. However like all summer tires, they are not intended to be driven in near freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.

ContiSportContact 5 SSR tires permit drivers to remain mobile in the event of a flat tire by allowing them to reach their destination or tire service facility without having to replace a flat tire with the spare tire. The ContiSportContact 5 SSR's reinforced sidewall enables the car to continue on its way at a maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) for up to 50 miles (80 km), depending on road conditions and vehicle weight.

The ContiSportContact 5 SSR uses Continental's Black Chilli compound molded into an asymmetric tread design that features a macro-block outboard shoulder that adapts to the road surface to improve road grip and cornering stability. Four circumferential grooves channel water to resist hydroplaning and enhance wet traction. A continuous center rib and notched intermediate ribs promote steering response and straight-line tracking.

The ContiSportContact 5 SSR's Black Chilli compound's short-chain polymers react to braking forces by building heat to shorten braking distance on wet and dry roads, while the compound's long-chain polymers release the absorbed energy more efficiently at constant speeds to reduced rolling resistance. Thus, the tire stops faster and remains cooler for longer life and reduced fuel consumption.

The tire's internal structure features twin steel belts reinforced with spirally wrapped polyamide (a mixture of heat-resistant synthetic aramid fiber and nylon threads) that enhance the ride quality while tuning the contact area's vertical flexibility and lateral rigidity. Reinforced self-supporting sidewalls prevent the inside of the tire from getting pinched between the road and the rim in the event of a loss of inflation.

Though they cannot be labeled as run-flat tires, tires branded with MOExtended or MOE on their sidewalls offer run-flat-like characteristics by delivering limited temporary extended mobility after a puncture results in complete loss of air pressure. Because MOExtended or MOE tires do not have the same speed and distance endurance of conventional run-flat tires, they should not be substituted in any situation where a conventional run-flat tire is required. To confirm what your vehicle needs, check our Original Equipment tire listing for your year, make and model or see your vehicle owner's manual.

Related Information: Learn more about MOExtended/MOE tires here.

Ratings Charts & Reviews Continental ContiSportContact 5 SSR

Tire Category: Max Performance Summer

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Continental ContiSportContact 5 SSR
Good
81%
$247
1.7M
5.5 - Fair
8.2 - Good
8.1 Hydroplaning Resistance
8.3 Wet Traction
8.8 - Excellent
8.8 Corner Stability
8.8 Dry Traction
8.7 Steering Response
N/A
N/A Light Snow Traction
N/A Deep Snow Traction
N/A Ice Traction
7.0 - Good
7.1 Ride Quality
6.9 Noise
5.6 - Fair

Continental ContiSportContact 5 SSR Reviews

Ratings highlight excellence in dry traction and confident cornering, with many customers scoring 9-10 in these areas. Wet traction also receives strong praise, supported by high hydroplaning resistance scores. Ride comfort is generally rated positively, though some note a firmer feel and occasional road noise. Treadwear emerges as a common concern, with lower scores indicating shorter lifespan expectations for a max performance summer tire. Overall, feedback suggests this tire excels in its intended summer conditions but may trade off some longevity for its dynamic capabilities.

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91 reviews mention "Wet Traction"

  • 75 positive
  • 16 negative

Customers praise the ContiSportContact 5 SSR's excellent wet grip, with most ratings between 9-10. High scores highlight confident handling in rainy conditions, though a few note lower traction in heavy downpours.

April 10, 2024
(Verified Purchase)
3.9 out of 5 Star Rating
3.9 out of 5

Terrific grip, great in dry or wet weather...

Terrific grip, great in dry or wet weather, but noisy! 19 inch diameter run flats probably account for that…

Vehicle: 2017 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG Sedan
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: All City
Location: RINDGE, NH
Driving Style: Spirited

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December 29, 2014
4.6 out of 5 Star Rating
4.6 out of 5

...Handling is excellent, in wet or dry conditions. Traction on wet pavement seems especially good...

I really have nothing negative to say about these tires, which I've only had for about 2,000 miles so far. Handling is excellent, in wet or dry conditions. Traction on wet pavement seems especially good. I haven't noticed any problems with noise. The one draw back is that they don't get as good mileage as low rolling resistance tires, so you have to be careful to keep them up to correct pressure for optimal fuel economy. Overall, I'm highly satisfied with these tires and would purchase again.

Vehicle: 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250 Sedan Sport
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: null, null
Driving Style: Spirited

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106 reviews mention "Dry Traction"

  • 97 positive
  • 9 negative

Customers overwhelmingly rate the ContiSportContact 5 SSR's dry traction as excellent, with most scores 9-10. High marks highlight responsive handling and precise grip, delivering confident performance expected from a Max Performance Summer tire.

110 reviews mention "Ride Quality"

  • 66 positive
  • 44 negative

Most customers give comfort scores of 8-10, noting a smooth, quiet ride. While a few ratings fall between 5-7, the ContiSportContact 5 SSR excels in delivering the refined comfort expected from max performance summer tires.

March 08, 2023
(Verified Purchase)
4.6 out of 5 Star Rating
4.6 out of 5

...Smooth ride...

Very good tire quality. Easy to balance for run flats. Smooth ride. Good grip.

Vehicle: 2014 BMW 435i Convertible Base Model Built On Or After 3/2014
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: PARKTON, MD
Driving Style: Average

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May 10, 2023
(Verified Purchase)
3.7 out of 5 Star Rating
3.7 out of 5

...Run flat stiff sidewalls and low profile most likely the reason for so much noise and marginal comfort. But…rather have the performance rather that that plush ride.

OEM tires on the AMG. Run flat stiff sidewalls and low profile most likely the reason for so much noise and marginal comfort. But…rather have the performance rather that that plush ride.

Vehicle: 2017 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG Sedan
Miles Driven on Tires: 500
Driving Conditions: Mostly City
Location: RINDGE, NH
Driving Style: Spirited

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October 04, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

...SO soft and smooth. It was like getting a new car!

My mechanic recommended these, and boy was he right! SO soft and smooth. It was like getting a new car!

Vehicle: 2018 BMW 330i xDrive Sedan M Sport Staggered Tires
Miles Driven on Tires: 6,500
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: CHESTER, NH
Driving Style: Spirited

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99 reviews mention "Treadwear"

  • 43 positive
  • 56 negative

Treadwear ratings are concerning, with many scoring 0-4 citing rapid wear, premature replacement, and "unacceptable" tread life. While some 7-10s exist, frequent low scores highlight dissatisfaction, with customers disappointed by excessive wear and less-than-expected mileage despite its summer tire focus.

October 18, 2023
(Verified Purchase)
2.2 out of 5 Star Rating
2.2 out of 5

After 17 months and just over 10,000 miles there is not enough tread on either tire ( less than 3/32 and 4/32) to pass state inspection... There is no tread warranty and if you want your tires to last more than 18 months, get something else.

After 17 months and just over 10,000 miles there is not enough tread on either tire (less than 3/32 and 4/32) to pass state inspection. The car was used mostly to drive to the 8 miles to the Park and Ride work days and was garaged. We're in northern Virginia and it only snowed once and it was a mild winter. There is no tread warranty and if you want your tires to last more than 18 months, get something else.

Vehicle: 2005 BMW 530i Sedan Sport Package
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,143
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: LEESBURG, VA
Driving Style: Easy Going

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July 29, 2021
3.6 out of 5 Star Rating
3.6 out of 5

...They wore out after only 14,000 mi. One reason is the tread rating is only 280, very low for any tire... Stay away from them for normal driving...

These were OEM tires on my Audi A5. They wore out after only 14,000 mi. One reason is the tread rating is only 280, very low for any tire. They are also Y rated for speed so the rubber must be soft for high speed driving on the German Autobahn. Stay away from them for normal driving. I replaced with a 500 tread rated W tire which is more than enough for my driving style.

Vehicle: 2018 Audi A5 Cabriolet
Miles Driven on Tires: 14,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: TAMPA, FL
Driving Style: Average

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April 19, 2019
3 out of 5 Star Rating
3 out of 5

Wore out the tires in 14k miles. The fastest I have ever worn out tires. My last car, a Focus RS with more horsepower and the occasional Drift, had Michelin Pilot Super Sports and lasted 22k miles...

Wore out the tires in 14k miles. The fastest I have ever worn out tires. My last car, a Focus RS with more horsepower and the occasional "Drift", had Michelin Pilot Super Sports and lasted 22k miles. Apparently, the run flats don't have a tread warranty because they're notorious for not lasting to 20k miles.

Vehicle: 2018 BMW 440i Convertible Base Model
Miles Driven on Tires: 14,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: MANSFIELD, TX
Driving Style: Spirited

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