Relative Score (0–100): 60% professional tests, 40% owner reviews.
ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS leads, 76–74 Narrow edge
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Tests 77 · 28 tests Owners 71 · 2,347 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 17 in 2023 UTAC Large Winter Tire Test R16 (dry braking)
“How old is the tyre? Are they correctly inflated? What car? what is the rating of the tire 91W, 94W, more? It's a XL tyre so extra stiff. The continental Conti ASC tyres are not quiet, but you bought a new car, so you do not know how quiet it cab be with other tyres. Some cars are just loud.”
Tests 75 · 3 tests Owners 79 · 6,409 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 9 in 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test (ice braking)
“I’m running the Conti ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus (say that 3 times fast!) all seasons in MA. Last year was my first winter with them, passed with flying colors and much better than the Pirelli Scorpions on my F15 with the N55 and a light tune. If you’re running summer tires you’ll either want to swap for these for year round or go with a dedicated summer / winter setup. I don’t like going that route as you know we can have mild winter weeks or months in New England and I don’t want to be forced to drive on winter tires for half of the year waiting for winter to come.”
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
| Source | AllSeasonContact | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 72 | 75 |
| Reviews found online | 69 | 85 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 100% | 99% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 98% | 99% |
| Source | AllSeasonContact | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | 74 |
| Reviews found online | 77 | 87 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 97% | 93% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 97% | 99% |
| Source | AllSeasonContact | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 88 | 79 |
| Reviews found online | 73 | 71 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 95% | 92% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 100% | 98% |
| Source | AllSeasonContact | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 72 | 75 |
| Reviews found online | 71 | 81 |
| Source | AllSeasonContact | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 60 | 71 |
| Reviews found online | – | 77 |
| Source | AllSeasonContact | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 71 | – |
| Reviews found online | 65 | 69 |
| Source | AllSeasonContact | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews found online | 73 | 80 |
| Category | Continental AllSeasonContact | Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 76 |
| Dry | 71 | 79 |
| Wet | 83 | 79 |
| Snow | 82 | 76 |
| Comfort | 71 | 77 |
| Noise | 63 | 74 |
| Treadwear | 68 | 67 |
| Handling | 73 | 80 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
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AllSeasonContact
ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | AllSeasonContact | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 100% #1/17 · 2023 UTAC Large Winter Tire Test R16 | 99% #2/4 · Tire Rack Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test | +1.0 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% #6/7 · 2020 Sport Auto All Season Tyre Test | 99% #4/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | −1.4 | Different tests |
| Ice Braking | Ice | 100% #1/7 · 2020 ADAC SUV All Season Tyre Test | 100% #1/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | 0.0 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 97% #10/12 · 2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tyre Test | 99% #4/5 · 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test | −2.3 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 50% #2/10 · 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | 50% #2/4 · Tire Rack Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test | 0.0 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 95% #6/12 · 2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tyre Test | 92% #3/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | +2.7 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 100% #2/10 · 2021 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | 98% #2/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | +1.4 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 75% #5/7 · 2025 Quattroruote All-Season Tire Test R19 | 97% #2/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | −21.8 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 100% #1/17 · 2023 UTAC Large Winter Tire Test R16 | 88% #3/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | +12.5 | Different tests |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 100% #1/17 · 2023 UTAC Large Winter Tire Test R16 | 97% #2/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | +3.1 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 97% #3/12 · 2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tyre Test | 93% #6/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | +4.6 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 97% #5/11 · 2024 Sports Car All Season Tyre Test | 99% #3/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | −1.7 | Different tests |
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Community opinions on the Continental AllSeason Contact (and its successor Mk2) are generally mixed, balancing praise for their solid wet/snow grip, longevity, and fair pricing against complaints regarding noise, harshness, and specific wear patterns or vibrations over time. While some users report great confidence in winter conditions and low noise (especially on the Mk2), others note increased road noise and stiffness as the tires age.
“Am avut Conti All Season Contact Mk1 cu dimensiunea 235/45/18. Le-am tinut 4 ani, in care am facut 120.000 km cu ele ( 93% regim de autostrada ). La 65.000 km au inceput sa vibreze intre 120-130 km/hsi pe la 95.000 km zgomotul interior a crescut simtitor. La 120.000 lm, cu 4 mm adancime profil oe toate, le-am schimbat cu Conti All Season Contact Mk2. Am deja 9000 km cu ele : taie prin apa cel putin la fel de bine ca si Mk 1, franare sigura, zgomot mult redus ( efectiv liniste inauntru comparativ cu celelalte ). Motivul pentru care nu am schimbat cu Pirelli, e cam am vaxut rapoarte pe tyrereviews.com cum ca ar vibra dincolo de orice echilibrare, chiar si noi. Am trevut prin asa ceva - iti vine sa arunci masina. Nu multumesc. Te poti uita si la Michelin CrossClimate 3.”
“Jeg har kørt udenmærket på dem på denne vej i min yaris, så længe jeg kører efter forholdene. Sad dog fast i dyb sne ved min indkørsel, som jeg burde have skovlet. Jeg skovlede den fri med 4-5 spader, og kørte så videre uden problemer. Ellers kun mistet grebet én gang på sort is med for meget fart. (kun slinger kørsel omrking 100m, fik kontrol igen). Edit: jeg ser lige at det er Continental AllSeasonContact jeg har, ikke 2.”
“Conti allseason contact harsh and noisy”
Based on 7 community posts
Community opinion on the Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus is overwhelmingly positive, with users frequently praising its superior ride comfort, reduced road noise, and enhanced wet/light snow traction compared to factory summer or stock all-season tires. Drivers note an improved daily driving experience with strong dry and wet grip, though a few express curiosity about long-term tread wear or minor high-speed noises.
“2.0T + Cont Extremecontact = win Replaced my stock tires at just shy of 35k miles with Continental Extremecontact DWS06 plus tires....my oh MY what a difference! Even when brand-new, the stock michelin all-seasons would spin out every time I'd try to launch...no longer an issue/these feel like a dream. I feel like I'm driving a completely different car now. Far better corner handling/lane changing as well, and they honestly seem to have less road noise as well. To anyone who feels they don't have enough grip/handling on their 2.0T, these are the answer. Haven't had the chance to test in heavy rain yet (or snow come winter), but I'm sure they'll handle well. 10/10 after about a hundred miles or so (likely not even "broken in" yet) Read more”
“I have noticed that the DWS06+ are lighter than its competitors with a lower load rating. For 225/45R17: 1. Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus - 22 lbs - 91W SL 2. Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 - 23 lbs - 94Y XL 3. Pirelli P Zero All Season Plus (discontinued) - 23 lbs - 94Y XL 4. Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ - 24 lbs - 94W XL”
“New Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus on 2023 MYP (pics + first impressions) After a summer of traveling to visit family and kids on AAU travel teams it was time for some new rubber. Looked down at my rears a few days ago and saw the threads on the inside of the right tire. I used the Tesla community here on Reddit and locked in on the DWS. PepBoys was able to get them in less than 24 hours and even offered a 10% discount. I definitely noticed a smoother ride so far and I would argue a bit more traction. I’ve only had them on for a day so I’ll have to see how much range loss I’ll experience and if they perform better or worse when pushed. I think for $1,500 dollars installed I didn’t do too bad. Plus I believe I have a quality replacement from the OEM that my MYP came with. Anyone else running the DWS06 Plus on their MYP? How’s your long-term wear or efficiency? Read more”
Based on 43 community posts
| Attribute | A · Continental AllSeasonContact | B · Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season | All Season |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 108 | 120 |
| Rim diameters | 13″ – 20″ | 16″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | — | 10/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 560 - 740 A - AA A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 50,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 - 51 psi |
Continental AllSeasonContact
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
Winner: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS — better noise, dry and handling. Pick the Continental AllSeasonContact if snow and wet matter most to you.
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 74 vs 63 on noise.
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 79 vs 71 on dry.
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 80 vs 73 on handling.
Continental AllSeasonContact scores 82 vs 76 on snow.
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Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.
