CROSSCONTACT · SUV ON-ROAD
CrossContact LX2On-road SUV tire review: is it good, who is it for
Continental's SUV tire built mainly for paved roads, with confident braking, a soft, quiet ride and enough grip for dirt roads.
- Type
- On-road SUV tire
- Rim sizes
- 15–18 inch
- Warranty
- 2 years / 50,000 km
- Strengths
- Quiet, durable
4 sizes in stock, 16–20 inch
Summary
CrossContact LX2 (ContiCrossContact LX 2) is Continental's tire for SUVs and 4x4s, designed for about 80% on-road and about 20% light off-road use. It stands out for braking on both dry and wet roads, a soft ride and low noise. Per Continental's product data sheet, its mileage is 28% better than the previous ContiCrossContact LX. It comes in 15–18 inch sizes.
How it improves on the previous model
Performance index per Continental's product data sheet (updated 01/2014), compared with the previous ContiCrossContact LX = 100%
Key technology
Specs
| Brand / Model | Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 |
|---|---|
| Type | On-road focused SUV / 4x4 tire |
| Designed use split | On-road 80% · light off-road 20% |
| Sizes per manufacturer documents | Widths 205–285 mm, 50–75 series, 15–18 inch rims |
| Speed rating | S / T / H / V |
| Manufacturer | Continental (Germany) |
| Brand | Continental, a German company (Hanover) founded in 1871 |
| Warranty | Covers manufacturing defects for 2 years or 50,000 km · cuts, bulges and punctures for 1 year or 25,000 km (buy 4 tires, install at a Subphaisal branch and register per the brand's terms) · See terms |
Sizes
| Size | Status | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 265/70R16 | In stock | See price |
| 265/65R17 | In stock | See price |
| 265/60R18 | In stock | See price |
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| 245/50R20 | In stock | See price |
Who it's for
- SUVs and PPVs driven mainly in the city and on long trips
- Drivers who want a soft, quiet, long-lasting tire rather than a heavy off-road tire
- Drivers who occasionally drive on gravel or dirt roads but not in heavy mud
FAQ
Is the Continental CrossContact LX2 good?
Yes, for SUVs driven mainly on paved roads. Continental Thailand says this tire steers precisely and brakes well on both wet and dry roads, and its construction also helps reduce wear and noise.
Is the CrossContact LX2 quiet?
Yes, because its closed continuous shoulders help block noise from the center of the tread. Per Continental's documents, its noise level is 4% better than the previous ContiCrossContact LX. Actual quietness depends on the vehicle and road surface.
How is the CrossContact LX2 different from the previous ContiCrossContact LX?
It lasts clearly longer. Per Continental's documents, the LX2 has 28% better mileage than the previous model, 8% better rolling resistance, 6% better wet braking and 10% better cut and chip resistance.
Can the CrossContact LX2 go off-road?
Only light off-road. Continental designed this tire for about 80% on-road use and about 20% light off-road use, such as gravel or dirt roads. If you regularly drive in mud or on rocks, choose an all-terrain tire.
What country is Continental from, and where is the CrossContact LX2 made?
Continental is a German brand from Hanover, founded in 1871. Continental does not state the country of manufacture of the CrossContact LX2 on its Continental Thailand product page.
What warranty does the CrossContact LX2 have?
Every tire bought from Subphaisal is covered by the manufacturer against manufacturing defects for 2 years or 50,000 km, for both store pickup and delivery, plus road hazard cover for cuts, bulges and punctures for 1 year or 25,000 km when you buy 4 tires, install them at a branch and register per the brand's terms. See the warranty page for details.
Where can I get the CrossContact LX2 installed?
Order online and choose installation at any of Subphaisal's 5 branches in Thonburi and Nonthaburi, booking a date and time at checkout, or have the tires shipped anywhere in Thailand.
Sources: Continental Thailand — ContiCrossContact LX 2 · Continental — Product Sheet ContiCrossContact LX 2 (PDF) · Continental AG — From Hanover into the World, for 150 Years · Continental AG — History
Warranties are provided by the tire manufacturers. Subphaisal submits claims on your behalf, and the manufacturer decides the result.
Interested in the CrossContact LX2?
See prices for every size. Book online and pay at a branch, or get free shipping anywhere in Thailand.