215/55 R18 Continental WinterContact TS 870 P variants
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P is a winter tyre made in total of 178 sizes, ranging from R16 to R16 - this particular dimension is R18, which means it fits to a 18 inch/457.2mm diameter wheel. 215/55 R18 is 10mm wider than the narrowest dimension (205) and 110mm narrower than the widest one (325). This tyre profile of 55 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 55% of the tyre width (215mm), which results in 118.25mm sidewall height. In 215/55 R18, there is only one possible speed index for Continental WinterContact TS 870 P - "V", which is good for speeds up to 240 km/h. In 215/55 R18, WinterContact TS 870 P usually competes against Blizzak LM-005, which is a tyre from Bridgestone with a rating of 88%, compared to 94% of the Continental in question.
215/55 R18 99 V BSW XL
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Continental WinterContact TS 870 P ( 215/55 R18 99V XL EVc )
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£180
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Continental WinterContact TS 870 P ( 215/55 R18 99V XL EVc ) | In stock | Free shipping | £180 |
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WinterContact TS 870 P XL FR
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£182
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WinterContact TS 870 P XL FR | In stock | Free shipping | £182 |
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tyres.pneus.online.uk
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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 (215/55 R18)
| Name | Winter | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption |
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| 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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| Name | Points total | ||||||
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| Best values in test | 392 | ||||||
| Continental WinterContact TS 870 P | 382 | ||||||
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Ranked #2 of 56
| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow |
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| Best values in test | 32,8 | 25,4 |
| Continental WinterContact TS 870 P | 34,6 | 25,5 |
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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 | |||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| Continental WinterContact TS 870 P | 2+ | 2+ | 1- | 3 | |||
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