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The ContiSportContact 3 is one of the four high performance summer tires in ContiSportContact lineup. It is Original Equipment on almost all C Series Mercedes-Benz models. This tire is meant to be driven in dry and wet conditions but not on snow or ice.
The ContiSportContact 3 provides excellent dry traction and steering response. The handling of this tire, even when driven very aggressively, is fantastic. It also provided a smooth and quiet ride for a high performance tire. Wet grip was good, but not as great as the other tires tested in this category. The tires slipped just a little when cornering back and forth hard. |
A few technical details:
The ContiSportContact 3 contains twin steel belts with nylon to stabilize the tread and provide better traction. It also features an asymmetric design with a rib on the outboard shoulder improving cornering and steering response. Continuous tread grooves around the center evacuate water and prevent hydroplaning.
The ContiSportContact 3 contains twin steel belts with nylon to stabilize the tread and provide better traction. It also features an asymmetric design with a rib on the outboard shoulder improving cornering and steering response. Continuous tread grooves around the center evacuate water and prevent hydroplaning.
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The Good:
- Steering and handling is excellent - Smooth and Quiet Ride - Great dry traction |
The Bad:
- A little better wet grip |
Conclusion:
The ContiSportContact 3 is a solid high performance summer tire that performs well with pretty much anything you throw at it. It has great handling, traction, and a smooth ride. Prices range from about $160 to $400 per tire depending on size.
The ContiSportContact 3 is a solid high performance summer tire that performs well with pretty much anything you throw at it. It has great handling, traction, and a smooth ride. Prices range from about $160 to $400 per tire depending on size.
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Out of 5 possible points:
Dry Traction 4.8 Wet Traction 4.6 Total average rating 4.7 |
Steering Responsiveness 4.7 Hydroplaning Resistance 4.6 |
Ride Comfort 4.7 Noise Level 4.7 |
Continental ContiSportContact 3 Warranty
- Treadlife Warranty: No
- Uniformity Warranty: One Year or first 2/32" of tread wear
- Workmanship & Materials Warranty: 6 Years - Free replacement first year or 2/32" of wear, then prorated until 2/32" remaining depth
- Manufacturer Special Warranty: 60 Day trial, if not satisfied exchange for another tire
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