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215/45 R20 Continental WinterContact TS 870 P variants
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Continental WinterContact TS 870 P is a winter tyre made in total of 178 sizes, ranging from R16 to R16 - this particular dimension is R20, which means it fits to a 20 inch/508mm diameter wheel. 215/45 R20 is 10mm wider than the narrowest dimension (205) and 110mm narrower than the widest one (325). This tyre profile of 45 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 45% of the tyre width (215mm), which results in 96.75mm sidewall height. In 215/45 R20, there is only one possible speed index for Continental WinterContact TS 870 P - "T", which is good for speeds up to 190 km/h.
215/45 R20 95 T BSW XL
B
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Continental WinterContact TS 870 P is made in 178 sizes, starting from 205/60 R16 up to 325/40 R22.
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Continental WinterContact TS 870 P in tyre tests
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (215/45 R20)
Autobild Winter tyre test 2025 215/55 R17
exemplary
Ranked #3 of 12
3rd out of 12 competitors, Continental WinterContact TS 870 P earned a final rating of 'Exemplary' and was praised as an energy‑saving specialist that delivers a well‑balanced performance across disciplines. It was especially strong in snow braking, ride comfort, exterior noise and rolling resistance, did not finish last in any area, but comes with a relatively high purchase price.
exemplary
Ranked #3 of 12
3rd out of 12 competitors, Continental WinterContact TS 870 P earned a final rating of 'Exemplary' and was praised as an energy‑saving specialist that delivers a well‑balanced performance across disciplines. It was especially strong in snow braking, ride comfort, exterior noise and rolling resistance, did not finish last in any area, but comes with a relatively high purchase price.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 2 | 2 | 1 | ||||
| Continental WinterContact TS 870 P | 2 | 2 | 2 | ||||
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AutoMotorSport Winter tyre test 2025 215/55 R17
outstanding
Ranked #1 of 10
1 out of 10 competitors — final rating: Outstanding. The tyre proved the class leader for winter use, offering reliable, safe performance on snow and outstanding wet adhesion that delivered the shortest braking distances and excellent cornering grip; it also recorded top braking and handling on dry asphalt. Comfort is slightly compromised, feeling a bit choppy over transverse joints, but there were no areas where it finished last. It was absolutely best in snow braking, lateral guidance on snow, snow traction and handling, wet braking, wet side guidance and wet handling, longitudinal and cross aquaplaning resistance, dry braking, dry lane changing and steering response, dry handling and comfort.
outstanding
Ranked #1 of 10
1 out of 10 competitors — final rating: Outstanding. The tyre proved the class leader for winter use, offering reliable, safe performance on snow and outstanding wet adhesion that delivered the shortest braking distances and excellent cornering grip; it also recorded top braking and handling on dry asphalt. Comfort is slightly compromised, feeling a bit choppy over transverse joints, but there were no areas where it finished last. It was absolutely best in snow braking, lateral guidance on snow, snow traction and handling, wet braking, wet side guidance and wet handling, longitudinal and cross aquaplaning resistance, dry braking, dry lane changing and steering response, dry handling and comfort.
| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Snow | Enviromental impact | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 9.1 | 9.8 | 9.1 | 9.1 | 9.7 | ||
| Continental WinterContact TS 870 P | 9.1 | 9.8 | 8.9 | 8.2 | 9.0 | ||
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| Name | Points total | ||||||
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| Best values in test | 788 | ||||||
| Continental WinterContact TS 870 P | 788 | ||||||
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| Name | Points total | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 392 | ||||||
| Continental WinterContact TS 870 P | 382 | ||||||
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| Name | Winter | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 1.7 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 1.7 | 2.7 | 1.6 | 1.3 |
| Continental WinterContact TS 870 P | 2.0 | 2.4 | 2.9 | 2.6 | 3.5 | 2.1 | 1.6 |
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Autobild Winter tyre test 2022 215/55 R17
good
Ranked #8 of 19
The Continental WinterContact TS 870 P impressively secured the second spot among 19 competitors, showcasing its prowess as a top winter tire. It stood out for its exceptional driving dynamics across all weather conditions and its fuel-efficient rolling resistance, which were highly praised by testers. However, critiques were directed towards its limited mileage and overall cost-effectiveness. Highlighting its strengths, the tire excelled in specific disciplines, being unbeatable in dry braking, dry handling, and snow braking. This performance solidifies its reputation as a reliable choice for winter driving, balancing excellent grip and efficiency despite concerns over longevity and economic value.
good
Ranked #8 of 19
The Continental WinterContact TS 870 P impressively secured the second spot among 19 competitors, showcasing its prowess as a top winter tire. It stood out for its exceptional driving dynamics across all weather conditions and its fuel-efficient rolling resistance, which were highly praised by testers. However, critiques were directed towards its limited mileage and overall cost-effectiveness. Highlighting its strengths, the tire excelled in specific disciplines, being unbeatable in dry braking, dry handling, and snow braking. This performance solidifies its reputation as a reliable choice for winter driving, balancing excellent grip and efficiency despite concerns over longevity and economic value.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| Continental WinterContact TS 870 P | 2+ | 2+ | 1- | 3 | |||
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Autobild Winter tyre test 2022 215/55 R17
Ranked #2 of 56
Ranked #2 of 56
| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow |
|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 32,8 | 25,4 |
| Continental WinterContact TS 870 P | 34,6 | 25,5 |
215/45 R20 - Best winter tyres (according to tests)
| # | Name | Our rating | Tested in this dimension | Tested in same width dimension | Segment | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 | Upper-middle | £204 95 W | |||
| 2. | Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | Premium | £292 95 V | |||
| 3. | Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P! Newer model available: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P | Premium | ||||
| 4. | Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005! Newer model available: Bridgestone Blizzak 6 | Premium | £392 95 V | |||
| 5. | Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 | Premium | £358 95 T | |||
| 6. | Bridgestone Turanza T005! Newer model available: Bridgestone Turanza 6 | Premium | £246 95 T | |||
| 7. | Pirelli WINTER SOTTOZERO Serie III | Premium | ||||
| 8. | Nokian WR D4 | Upper-middle | ||||
| 9. | Nokian WR Snowproof! Newer model available: Nokian Snowproof 2 | Upper-middle | ||||
| 10. | Hankook Ventus Prime 4 | Premium | £167 95 H + 1 | |||
| 11. | Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32 | Premium | £261 95 V + 2 |
