Tests 75 · 16 tests Owners 74 · 22 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 13 in 2021 Auto Bild Sports Car Winter Tyre Test (overall ranking)
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Hankook Winter i cept evo3 vs Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS — Compared
Relative Score (0–100): 60% professional tests, 40% owner reviews.
ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS leads, 76–74 Narrow edge
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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)
“Continental ContiProContact vs Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus? I bought a set of OEM wheels off an 11th gen for my 10th gen. I intended on running with the tires on them now for a while, but I found a tear in the sidewall on the inside of the wheel. Upon inspection I don’t think it’s safe to use, so I may replace 2 tires for the time being if I stuck with the same tires on it now (the ContiProContacts). However - years ago I considered the DWS 06 for my old 10th gen, and the guy at the shop told me it would be a rougher ride than the ContiProContacts, so I had went with those again. My current 10th gen has them also, and they are very due for replacement. I got the wheels because I want to go from 17x7 to 18x8. My car is also lowered with Eibach Sportline springs, so I already feel more bumps than you normally would. The ContiProContacts have been pretty good to me but are the DWS 06 better? I’d love better grip and handling but if it’s an even bumper ride then I’m not sure. Also I’m not sure if these tires will handle a little differently in terms of the ride anyway because of the difference in tire size that I’m used to now vs the new wheels. Also I know people love to recommend the Michelin Pilots, but I’m on a bit more of a budget and all the ratings I’ve read suggest the DWS 06 might be a budget version of the Pilots.”
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
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74
Dry
ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS +579Why this score
Source Winter i cept evo3 ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS Professional tests (TWG score) 75 75 Reviews found online 73 85 Dry Braking (% of best) 95% 99% Dry Handling (% of best) 99% 99% -
86
Wet
Winter i cept evo3 +779Why this score
Source Winter i cept evo3 ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS Professional tests (TWG score) 91 74 Reviews found online 79 87 Wet Braking (% of best) 98% 92% Wet Handling (% of best) 99% 99% -
78
Snow
Winter i cept evo3 +276Why this score
Source Winter i cept evo3 ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS Professional tests (TWG score) 79 79 Reviews found online 75 71 Snow Braking (% of best) 97% 92% Snow Handling (% of best) 100% 98% -
68
Comfort
ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS +977Why this score
Source Winter i cept evo3 ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS Professional tests (TWG score) 70 75 Reviews found online 64 81 -
33
Noise
ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS +4174Why this score
Source Winter i cept evo3 ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS Professional tests (TWG score) 10 71 Reviews found online – 77 -
74
Treadwear
Winter i cept evo3 +767Why this score
Source Winter i cept evo3 ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS Professional tests (TWG score) 75 – Reviews found online 73 69 -
72
Handling
ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS +880Why this score
Source Winter i cept evo3 ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS Reviews found online 72 80
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Winter i cept evo3 | Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 76 |
| Dry | 74 | 79 |
| Wet | 86 | 79 |
| Snow | 78 | 76 |
| Comfort | 68 | 77 |
| Noise | 33 | 74 |
| Treadwear | 74 | 67 |
| Handling | 72 | 80 |
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Headline score
74
/ 100
Winter i cept evo3
76
/ 100
ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
The professional test results behind the scores
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 | Winter i cept evo3 | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 95% #5/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter Tyre Test | 99% #2/5 · 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test | −3.1 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 99% #3/10 · 2022 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | 99% #4/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | +0.1 | Different tests |
| Ice Braking | Ice | 87% #21/31 · 2025 ADAC Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | −12.6 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 93% #6/6 · 2025 High Performance Winter Tyre Test | 99% #4/5 · 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test | −6.2 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 100% #1/13 · 2021 Auto Bild Sports Car Winter Tyre Test | 50% #2/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | +50.0 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 97% #11/30 · 2020 Winter Tyre Market Overview - 52 Tyre Braking Test | 92% #3/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | +5.1 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 100% #2/9 · 2023 Sport Auto Winter Tyre Test | 98% #2/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | +1.9 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 91% #13/20 · 2025 Autobild Winter Tyre Test | 97% #2/4 · Tire Rack Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test | −5.5 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 98% #3/6 · 2025 High Performance Winter Tyre Test | 92% #3/5 · 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test | +6.0 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 99% #4/13 · 2021 Auto Bild Sports Car Winter Tyre Test | 99% #3/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | +0.1 | Different tests |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A Winter i cept evo3
Pros
- Exceptional wet grip and outstanding aquaplaning resistance
- Outstanding snow and ice traction providing high confidence in winter storms
- Great value for money compared to Tier-1 brands like Michelin or Goodyear
Cons
- Slightly increased noise levels or humming compared to summer tires
- Mixed feedback on ride comfort, with some finding them stiffer
- Longer braking distances reported by a few users in specific conditions
Tire B ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
Pros
- Exceptional wet traction and resistance to hydroplaning
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality that transforms vehicle dynamics
- Strong dry grip and responsive, predictable cornering capabilities
Cons
- Accelerated tread wear and shorter-than-expected lifespan for some drivers
- Increased road noise and drone developing as the tires wear down
- Softer sidewalls can result in slightly delayed initial steering response or a 'squishy' feel
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Hankook Winter i cept evo3
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Tire B
Positive
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
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.
r/TeslaModel3
·1 upvote ·2024-03-23
“I'm late to the game on this. My Michelin Primacy MXM OEM tires badly need replacing at 14k. I did rotate but don't drive that much, only by chance did I notice my fronts were very close to being bald. Now looking for something that will be durable and kind of jealous hearing ppl saying the only got 28k! Updated because I'm buying Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus and reading the reviews and watching the tire review channel they seem to be stellar tires. I forgot I did rotate when I had Tesla come out to fix my wifi card.”
r/BMWX5
·3 upvotes ·2026-09-26
“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.”
r/FiestaST
·38 upvotes ·2024-03-23
“2019 FiST (US) on Turbomac's(Asphalt black) 17s with 215/45 Continental extreme contact DWS 06 plus. Stock suspension”
Top themes
#Ride Comfort and Smoothness#Wet and Snow Traction#Road Noise Reduction#Handling and Grip#Comparison with Michelin#Tread Wear and Longevity
Based on 43 community posts
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Winter i cept evo3 | B · Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter | All Season |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 86 | 120 |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 22″ | 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 |
Which one should you actually buy?
74
/ 100
Hankook Winter i cept evo3
76
/ 100
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
Winner: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS — better noise, comfort and handling. Pick the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 if wet and treadwear matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 74 vs 33 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 77 vs 68 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 80 vs 72 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Winter i cept evo3 scores 86 vs 79 on wet.
Tire A · Hankook Winter i cept evo3
Tire B · Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
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How do we compare tires?
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.