Continental 13000680000 ContiSportContact 5 245/40R18 97Y XL High-Performance Summer Tire

The Continental ContiSportContact 5 245/40R18 97Y XL is a premium high-performance summer tire engineered for sports cars and performance sedans demanding exceptional grip, precise handling, and confident braking. Built with Continental's advanced compound technology, this tire delivers outstanding dry and wet traction to keep drivers in control at the limit.

Key Features:

• High-Performance Summer Compound: Optimized silica tread compound provides excellent grip in both dry and wet conditions
• Asymmetric Tread Pattern: Features a continuous center rib for straight-line stability and large outer shoulder blocks for enhanced cornering performance
• SportPlus Technology: Reinforced carcass construction offers precise steering response and reduced deformation under high lateral loads
• Aquaplaning Resistance: Circumferential and lateral grooves efficiently evacuate water to reduce hydroplaning risk
• Extra Load (XL) Rated: Reinforced sidewall construction supports higher load capacities compared to standard load tires
• Low Rolling Resistance: Optimized compound and construction help improve fuel efficiency without sacrificing performance

Tire Specifications:

• Size: 245/40R18
• Service Description: 97Y
• Load Range: XL (Extra Load)
• Speed Rating: Y (up to 186 mph)
• Load Index: 97 (1,609 lbs per tire)

The Continental ContiSportContact 5 is a top-tier choice for drivers of performance-oriented vehicles who demand a tire that excels in both everyday driving and spirited performance use. It is a directionally asymmetric design intended for summer use and is not suitable for winter or snow conditions.