Name: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P 245/45 R18
Brand: Continental
Rating: 93 (29 reviews)

245/45 R18 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 R18, which means it fits to a 18 inch/457.2mm diameter wheel. 245/45 R18 is 40mm wider than the narrowest dimension (205) and 80mm narrower than the widest one (325). This tyre profile of 45 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 45% of the tyre width (245mm), which results in 110.25mm sidewall height. In 245/45 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 245/45 R18, WinterContact TS 870 P usually competes against UltraGrip Performance+, which is a tyre from GoodYear with a rating of 90%, compared to 93% of the Continental in question. Latest test in 245/45 R18 was held by AUTOBILD in 2024, where WinterContact TS 870 P received rating "Exemplary" and finished on the 2. place. It was tested on a CUPRA Formentor.

245/45 R18 100 V XL

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Shop	Product	Stock	Availability	Shipping	Price	Action
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P ( 245/45 R18 100V XL EVc, with kerbing rib ) - In stock £163	Continental WinterContact TS 870 P ( 245/45 R18 100V XL EVc, with kerbing rib )		In stock	Free shipping	£163	Buy mytyres.co.uk
WinterContact TS 870 P FR XL - In stock £197	WinterContact TS 870 P FR XL		In stock	Free shipping	£197	Buy tyres.pneus.online.uk

Continental WinterContact TS 870 P is made in 178 sizes, starting from 205/60 R16 up to 325/40 R22.

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UltraGrip Performance+

R15 - R22

4.5/5

Comparison with Continental WinterContact TS 870 P:

GoodYear better at:

• Snow traction
• Wet handling
• Snow handling

GoodYear worse at:

• Dry handling
• Exterior noise
• Dry braking

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Blizzak LM-005

R14 - R22

4.1/5

Comparison with Continental WinterContact TS 870 P:

Bridgestone better at:

• Wet braking
• Wet handling
• Wet circle cornering

Bridgestone worse at:

• Exterior noise
• Snow handling
• Interior noise

£264

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ContiWinterContact TS 850P

R16 - R22

Comparison with Continental WinterContact TS 870 P:

Continental better at:

• Wet handling
• Wet circle cornering
• Wet braking

Continental worse at:

• Aquaplaning - cross
• Dry braking
• Aquaplaning - longitudal

£203

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Wintrac Pro

R17 - R22

2.7/5

Comparison with Continental WinterContact TS 870 P:

Vredestein worse at:

• Snow braking
• Exterior noise
• Dry handling

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UltraGrip Performance 3

R14 - R22

4.75/5

Comparison with Continental WinterContact TS 870 P:

Goodyear better at:

• Wet handling
• Wet circle cornering
• Snow traction

Goodyear worse at:

• Interior noise
• Dry handling
• Comfort

£155

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Winter i*cept evo3 W330

R17 - R22

4.3/5

Comparison with Continental WinterContact TS 870 P:

Hankook better at:

• Aquaplaning - longitudal
• Aquaplaning - cross

Hankook worse at:

• Exterior noise
• Snow braking
• Comfort

£137

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Pilot Alpin 5

R16 - R22

5/5

Comparison with Continental WinterContact TS 870 P:

Michelin better at:

• Snow traction
• Dry braking
• Snow handling

Michelin worse at:

• Interior noise
• Aquaplaning - cross

£221

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Blizzak 6

R16 - R22

4.55/5

Comparison with Continental WinterContact TS 870 P:

Bridgestone better at:

• Snow traction
• Wet circle cornering

Bridgestone worse at:

• Interior noise
• Exterior noise
• Dry braking

£152

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WinterExpert

R13 - R20

3.95/5

Comparison with Continental WinterContact TS 870 P:

Uniroyal worse at:

• Dry handling
• Interior noise
• Dry braking

£128

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Premitra Snow WP6

R14 - R19

1.3/5

Comparison with Continental WinterContact TS 870 P:

Maxxis better at:

• Aquaplaning - longitudal

Maxxis worse at:

• Snow handling
• Snow traction
• Dry braking

£114

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Continental WinterContact TS 870 P in tyre tests

Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (245/45 R18)

Autozeitung Winter tyre test 2025 245/45 R19
highly recommended
Ranked #5 of 10

5th of 10 — finished with a final rating of "Highly recommended". The tyre stood out for its excellent aquaplaning protection, topping both longitudinal and cross aquaplaning tests, and offered strong wet grip with clear feedback; however it suffered from comparatively long braking distances. On dry it was consistently reliable and safe albeit with only moderate steering feedback, and on snow it managed the tasks competently without making any particular impression.

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow
Best values in test	139	135	141
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P	131	127	118
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AUTOBILD Winter tyre test 2024 245/45 R18
exemplary
Ranked #2 of 12

Rated in a commendable 2nd place among 12 competitors, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P received an 'Exemplary' final rating. Excelling in rolling resistance, wet braking, and wet circle cornering, it showcased outstanding driving characteristics particularly on snow and wet surfaces. The tire demonstrated strong safety reserves against aquaplaning and offered short braking distances. Despite its higher price point, the tire's low rolling resistance and overall performance make it a top choice for winter driving conditions.

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow
Best values in test	2+	1-	1
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P	1-	2	2+
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Autobild Winter tyre test 2022 245/40 R19
exemplary
Ranked #3 of 9

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow
Best values in test	2+	2+	2+
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P	2	2	2+
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Source: www.autobild.de

AutoMotorSport Winter tyre test 2022 245/45 R19
very good
Ranked #2 of 8

The Continental WinterContact TS 870 P secured an impressive second place out of eight competitors, earning a final rating of "Very good." According to tester feedback, the tyre exhibited very controllable handling on snow with ample reserves and performed well on wet surfaces, boasting short braking distances, neutral behavior, precision, and strong grip on dry roads. However, its performance on wet roads showed room for improvement, notably in braking, early-onset aquaplaning, and reduced cornering grip. Despite these minor deficits, particularly in curve grip, its strength was undeniable in several disciplines. It excelled in dry braking, dry handling, objective dry handling, interior noise, rolling resistance, and objective snow handling, confirming its versatility and robust performance across various conditions.

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Rolling resistance	Noise
Best values in test	9,3	9,4	10	10	10
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P	7,5	9,4	8,3	10	8
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Source: reifenpresse.de

245/45 R18 - 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	78% 79.4% 70.4% 78.2%	Autobild 2020	Autobild 2022	Upper-middle	£137 100 V
2.	Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5	73.8% 87.1% 87.8% 80.9%	Autobild 2020	Autozeitung 2025	Premium	£221 100 V + 1
3.	Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P! Newer model available: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P	83.2% 77.8% 82.7% 80.3%	Autobild 2020	Sportscars 2016	Premium	£180 96 V + 3
4.	GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+! Newer model available: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3	84.6% 92.6% 80.2% 85.4%	Autobild 2020		Premium	£192 100 H + 2
5.	Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005! Newer model available: Bridgestone Blizzak 6	92.2% 79.6% 84.4% 82.6%	Autobild 2020	Autobild 2022	Premium	£264 100 V
6.	Goodyear UltraGrip Performance Gen-1! Newer model available: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+	82.9% 92.2% 82.8% 75.3%	Sportscars 2018	Sportscars 2016	Premium
7.	Kleber KRISALP HP3	72.3% 86.3% 68% 80.1%	Autobild 2020		Upper-middle	£151 100 V
8.	Dunlop Winter Sport 5	79% 89.5% 79.4% 74.3%	Autobild 2020	Sportscars 2016	Premium	£158 96 V + 3
9.	Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4	87.4% 91.3% 89.3%		Sportscars 2016	Premium	£223 100 V + 3
10.	BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2	72.3% 95.2% 73.8% 80.8%	Autobild 2020		Upper-middle	£157 100 V
11.	Pirelli WINTER SOTTOZERO Serie III				Premium	£178 96 V + 4
12.	Nokian WR D4	73.4% 93.7% 81.9% 72.5%			Upper-middle
13.	Hankook Winter icept evo2 W320! Newer model available: Hankook Winter icept evo3 W330	75.8% 90.5% 85.7% 67.4%		Sportscars 2016	Upper-middle
14.	Bridgestone Blizzak LM-001	80.6% 77.4% 83.7%	Sportscars 2018		Premium
15.	Firestone Winterhawk 4			AutoMotorSport 2022	Upper-middle	£106 100 V
16.	Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6	69.7% 66.2% 74.2% 71.2%	AUTOBILD 2024	Autozeitung 2025	Lowcost	£114 0 V
17.	Semperit Speed-Grip 3! Newer model available: Semperit Speed-Grip 5	78.1% 77.2% 71.3% 79.7%	Autobild 2020		Lowcost
18.	Semperit Speed-Grip 5	65.8% 70.3% 65.8% 69.5%			Lowcost	£122 100 V
19.	Falken EuroWinter HS01! Newer model available: Falken EuroWinter HS02	78.2% 74.2% 74.2% 77.1%	Autobild 2020	Autobild 2022	Upper-middle	£128 100 V + 3
20.	Fulda Kristall Control HP2	65.3% 82.4% 68.3% 72.4%	Autobild 2020		Lowcost	£120 100 V + 2
21.	Nokian WR Snowproof! Newer model available: Nokian Snowproof 2	68.7% 80.6% 82.5% 85.9%			Upper-middle
22.	Nokian WR Snowproof P	66.1% 79.2% 92.3%			Upper-middle	£134 100 V + 1
23.	Toyo Snowprox S954	78.8% 70.6% 92.2% 82.7%	Autobild 2020		Upper-middle	£141 100 V + 1
24.	Barum Polaris 3! Newer model available: Barum Polaris 5	73.6% 87.3%			Lowcost
25.	Kumho WinterCraft WP71	81.9% 76.7% 78%	Autobild 2020		Upper-middle
26.	Sava Eskimo HP2	65.3% 79.5% 72.3% 73.5%	Autobild 2020		Lowcost	£108 100 V
27.	Giti GitiWinter W1	65.8% 77.2% 72.4% 72.7%	Autobild 2020		Lowcost
28.	Uniroyal MS Plus 77! Newer model available: Uniroyal WinterExpert	79.2% 83.3% 75.4% 74.1%	Autobild 2020		Upper-middle
29.	Yokohama BluEarth-Winter V906	68.3% 67.6% 84%			Upper-middle	£138 100 V
30.	Nexen WinGuard Sport 2 WU7		Autobild 2020		Lowcost	£110 100 V + 1
31.	Uniroyal WinterExpert	60% 70.1% 67.3% 74.9%		AutoMotorSport 2022	Upper-middle	£128 100 V
32.	Barum Polaris 5! Newer model available: Barum Polaris 6	63.8% 78.1% 72% 74.8%	Autobild 2020		Lowcost	£149 100 V
33.	Nokian WR A4		Autobild 2020		Upper-middle
34.	Falken EUROWINTER HS449				Upper-middle
35.	Yokohama BluEarth winter V905	81.6% 70.5% 85.4%	Autobild 2020		Upper-middle	£236 100 H + 1
36.	Firestone Winterhawk 3! Newer model available: Firestone Winterhawk 4	66.5% 83.4% 77.3% 71.3%	Autobild 2020		Upper-middle
37.	Matador MP93 Nordicca	40.2% 50.2%			Lowcost
38.	Kormoran SNOW				Lowcost
39.	Fortune Fsr901		Autobild 2020		Lowcost
40.	Matador MP92 Sibir Snow! Newer model available: Matador MP93 Nordicca	72.1% 80.3% 76.9%			Lowcost
41.	Imperial SnowDragon 3		Autobild 2020		Lowcost
42.	Kormoran SNOWPRO B2				Lowcost
43.	Duraturn Mozzo Winter		Autobild 2020		Lowcost

245/45 R18 100 V XL

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