SPORTCONTACT · ULTRA HIGH PERFORMANCE
SportContact 5High-performance sport tire review: is it good, who is it for
Continental's sport tire for high-performance cars, with strong cornering grip and short braking on both dry and wet roads.
- Type
- UHP sport tire
- Rim sizes
- 17–22 inch
- Warranty
- 2 years / 50,000 km
- Versions
- Standard · SSR run-flat
11 sizes in stock, 18–21 inch
Summary
SportContact 5 (ContiSportContact 5) is Continental's high-performance sport tire for sedans and sports cars driven at high speeds. It stands out for cornering grip and shorter braking distances on both dry and wet roads, thanks to the Black Chilli compound. It comes in 17–22 inch sizes and in an SSR run-flat version.
How it improves on the previous model
Performance index per Continental's product data sheet (updated 01/2014), compared with the previous ContiSportContact 3 = 100%
Key technology
Specs
| Brand / Model | Continental ContiSportContact 5 |
|---|---|
| Type | Ultra High Performance sport tire |
| Sizes per manufacturer documents | Widths 205–315 mm, 35–60 series, 17–22 inch rims |
| Speed rating | H / V / W / Y / ZR |
| Versions | Standard and SSR run-flat |
| Test results | 5 points (the top score) from Gute Fahrt magazine, issue 3/2020, size 215/50 R18 (as cited by Continental Thailand) |
| Rolling resistance grade (EU label) | A–D depending on size (per Continental global product page) |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 225/45R18 | In stock | See price |
| 245/35R18 | In stock | See price |
| 245/50R18 | In stock | See price |
Who it's for
- High-performance sedans and sports cars on 17–22 inch tires
- Drivers who drive fast on expressways or enjoy cornering and want strong grip and confident braking
- Cars that came with run-flat tires from the factory (choose the SSR version)
FAQ
Is the Continental SportContact 5 good?
Yes, for performance-focused cars. Continental Thailand cites Gute Fahrt magazine's test in issue 3/2020, which gave it 5 points, the top score, rating its sporty handling and confidence on dry and wet roads as excellent, and its water evacuation, noise and comfort as good.
How is the SportContact 5 different from the previous ContiSportContact 3?
Better wet braking and wear resistance. Per Continental's documents, the SportContact 5 has 9% better wet braking, 13% better wear resistance, 12% better rolling resistance and 5% better dry handling.
Does the SportContact 5 come in a run-flat version?
Yes. Subphaisal carries both the standard and SSR run-flat versions. The run-flat version has reinforced sidewalls so you can keep driving after a puncture; Continental Thailand recommends staying under 80 km/h and replacing the tire as soon as possible. Run-flat tires only fit cars that support them, so match the tire your car came with.
What cars is the SportContact 5 for?
High-performance sedans and sports cars on 17–22 inch tires that need strong grip and braking at high speeds.
What country is Continental from, and where is the SportContact 5 made?
Continental is a German brand from Hanover, founded in 1871. Continental does not state the country of manufacture of the ContiSportContact 5 on its Continental Thailand product page.
What warranty does the SportContact 5 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 SportContact 5 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 — ContiSportContact 5 · Continental — Product Sheet ContiSportContact 5 (PDF) · Continental Global — ContiSportContact 5 · Continental AG — From Hanover into the World, for 150 Years
Warranties are provided by the tire manufacturers. Subphaisal submits claims on your behalf, and the manufacturer decides the result.
Interested in the SportContact 5?
See prices for every size. Book online and pay at a branch, or get free shipping anywhere in Thailand.