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Vredestein Quatrac Pro+ vs Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS — Compared

Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 14 + 3 road tests and 865 + 6,420 owner reviews. How we score

ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS is ahead, 78–71

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Vredestein Quatrac Pro+

Quatrac Pro+

All Season

± 6

Tests 69 · 14 tests Owners 73 · 865 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 10 in 2024 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test (wet braking)

“2024 Prius XLE w/17in. wheel and tire downsize. I recently swapped out the 19in OEM wheels and tires for 225/55r17 Verdestien Quatrac Pro+ mounted on Borbet Type W wheels (anthracite). I don't have a ton of mileage on them, but so far, I'm pretty happy with the results. Read more”

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
± 5

Tests 76 · 3 tests Owners 81 · 6,420 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 9 in 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test (ice braking)

“I ran the dws on my 700whp corvette ZR1 for 5 years . Never a problem and wear really good . I’ve tracked them in the qtr mile and roll racing . They hooked pretty good ls at the track . Had a 1.60 sixty foot on them”

Category by category

Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.

  1. 67

    Dry

    ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS +13
    80
    Why this score
    SourceQuatrac Pro+ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 13 / 3 tests6276
    Reviews found online7688

    Quatrac Pro+: 60% × 61.6 + 40% × 75.8 = 67

    ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS: 60% × 75.5 + 40% × 87.6 = 80

  2. 81

    Wet

    Level
    81
    Why this score
    SourceQuatrac Pro+ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 13 / 3 tests8075
    Reviews found online8192

    Quatrac Pro+: 60% × 80.2 + 40% × 81.1 = 81

    ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS: 60% × 74.8 + 40% × 91.5 = 81

  3. 66

    Snow

    ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS +11
    77
    Why this score
    SourceQuatrac Pro+ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 13 / 1 tests6480
    Reviews found online6872

    Quatrac Pro+: 60% × 64.4 + 40% × 68.3 = 66

    ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS: 60% × 80.3 + 40% × 71.5 = 77

  4. 69

    Comfort

    ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS +10
    79
    Why this score
    SourceQuatrac Pro+ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 4 / 3 tests6674
    Reviews found online7183

    Quatrac Pro+: 40% × 66.1 + 60% × 71.3 = 69

    ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS: 40% × 74.4 + 60% × 82.6 = 79

  5. 76

    Noise

    Quatrac Pro+ +2
    74
    Why this score
    SourceQuatrac Pro+ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 10 / 3 tests8271
    Reviews found online≈ 66 (est.)79

    Quatrac Pro+: 60% × 81.8 + 40% × 66.3 (est.) = 76

    ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS: 60% × 71.3 + 40% × 79.1 = 74

    No owner ratings of noise for Quatrac Pro+. The owner half is the owners’ average (66): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests, so the tests say nothing about how owners would rate it.

  6. 64

    Treadwear

    ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS +5
    69
    Why this score
    SourceQuatrac Pro+ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / – tests65≈ 68 (est.)
    Reviews found online6371

    Quatrac Pro+: 60% × 64.9 + 40% × 63.2 = 64

    ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS: 60% × 68.1 (est.) + 40% × 70.9 = 69

    No road tests of treadwear for ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.36).

  7. 76

    Handling (owners)

    ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS +7
    83
    Why this score
    SourceQuatrac Pro+ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
    Reviews found online7683
  8. 53

    Efficiency

    No comparison
    –
    Why this score
    SourceQuatrac Pro+ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 10 / – tests53–
Scores at a glance
Vredestein Quatrac Pro+ vs Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryVredestein Quatrac Pro+Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
Relative Score 71 78
Dry 67 80
Wet 81 81
Snow 66 77
Comfort 69 79
Noise 76 74
Treadwear 64 69
Handling (owners) 76 83
Efficiency 53 –

Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.

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Headline score
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Quatrac Pro+

± 5

ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

The professional test results behind the scores

Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.

DisciplineCategoryQuatrac Pro+ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUSΔHead-to-head
Dry Braking Dry 88% #7/7 · 2025 Quattroruote All-Season Tire Test R19 99% #2/5 · 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test – Different tests
Dry Handling Dry 79% #8/9 · 2025 ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ All-Season Tire Test R17 100% #1/5 · 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test – Different tests
Dry Handling (tester's mark) Dry 92% #7/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test 88% #3/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test – Different tests
Wet Braking Wet 98% #4/7 · 2025 Quattroruote All-Season Tire Test R19 92% #3/5 · 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test – Different tests
Wet Handling Wet 94% #2/9 · 2025 ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ All-Season Tire Test R17 99% #3/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test – Different tests
Wet Handling (tester's mark) Wet 98% #2/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test 97% #2/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test – Different tests
Ice Braking Snow 86% #14/16 · 2025 ADAC All Season Tyre Test 100% #1/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test – Different tests
Snow Braking Snow 94% #4/7 · 2025 Quattroruote All-Season Tire Test R19 92% #3/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test – Different tests
Snow Handling Snow 74% #6/9 · 2025 ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ All-Season Tire Test R17 98% #2/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test – Different tests
Comfort (tester's mark) Comfort 100% #1/7 · 2025 Quattroruote All-Season Tire Test R19 99% #2/5 · 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test – Different tests
Noise Noise 99% #3/9 · 2025 Auto Bild All Season Camper Van Tyre Test 99% #4/5 · 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test – Different tests
Also published by the testers (not in the score)
Overall Ranking Overall #5/6 2026 Wybór Kierowców Winter Tire Test R17 #3/5 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test – Different tests

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Quatrac Pro+

Pros

  • Strong wet-weather grip and confidence, including in heavy rain, standing water and emergency braking
  • Planted, precise handling and good dry grip and cornering, often described as sporty
  • Low road noise and good ride comfort, with several reviewers noting they are as quiet as or quieter than previous tires (including Michelin and budget tires)

Cons

  • Not a substitute for a dedicated winter tire; limited in deep fresh snow and criticized as hopeless in winter by one user who bought them by mistake
  • Some wear and durability concerns, including faster wear when driven sportily, hardening over time, and isolated reports of premature damage
  • Less steering feedback and a soft or squishy on-center feel for some drivers of sporty cars
All owner themes in the Quatrac Pro+ review

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
All owner themes in the ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS review

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Vredestein Quatrac Pro+

Positive

Community sentiment toward the Vredestein Quatrac Pro+ is largely positive, with owners frequently praising its low road noise, smooth ride comfort, and exceptional wet-weather traction. Many consider it a high-value, competitively priced all-weather option compared to premium rivals like Michelin and Continental, though some note its snow capability and sporty handling lag slightly behind dedicated snow or ultra-high-performance tires. A few drivers raised minor concerns regarding shoulder tread chunking or slow air loss.

r/wrx_vb ·2 upvotes ·2025-05-27

“I just put the Vrederstein Quatrac Pro+ on my 24 Mini Countryman S All4, replacing the Pirelli runflats that were good tires, but kinda loud and you could feel every imperfection in the road. I don't have a lot of miles on em yet, but they are definitely quieter and more comfortable. I've noticed that they do like to lose a little bit of air, don't know if it's the tires or the valve stems, or the installer didn't seal the bead on em good enough. Will monitor it and if it keeps up, I'll take em back and have em checked. So far I like them.”

i4talk.com ·1 upvote ·2026-01-07

“Just over 2k miles into using the Quatrac Pro+ in moderate to freezing temps and so far everything I noticed before stands, better ride and less noise. They definitely handle snow better, and that was to be expected from the winter rating on these tires , but also they seem to be getting better range. But because I haven't driven in hotter weather yet I'll have to report in in a couple months after Summer is over. So far I'm super impressed and happy with this upgrade. 100% recommending these tires as long as the Summer driving doesn't tank the range.”

mazda3revolution.com ·2 upvotes ·2024-11-05

“I got the Vredestein Quatrac Pro+ and am very happy with them. Had them also on the car before. Good dry and wet grip, snow grip is not the best. They are more on the summer tire side instead of winter tire side. They have an asymmetric pattern, so sawtooth formation is not happening. And they are quiet. That's what I wanted, good performance on dry and wet roads and acceptable performance on snow for the 3-4 days a year of snow on the road. My experience with other tires : Continental summer tires are too soft, first year they are great but year after year they become slippery on wet ground and wear and tear is too much when driving fast around corners. Goodyear all season tires are also on the comfortable side, good in winter, slow in summer. And they produce sawtooth after a while. Bridgestone get slippery on wet ground, but great on dry ground, tend to be loud. But all that depends on the car and how fast you drive ;-)”

Top themes
#low road noise#wet weather traction#ride comfort#competitive pricing value#all-weather snow performance#comparison to competitors

Based on 64 community posts

Tire B

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS

Positive

The community generally views the DWS 06 Plus as one of the best ultra-high-performance all-season tires. Owners praise its wet and dry grip, ride comfort, quietness, and light-snow manners, and many compare it favorably to the Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4, often at a lower price. Criticisms include inconsistent tread life (some report about 25k miles while others get 50k), balancing difficulty, soft sidewall or squirmy feel, noise as the tires age, and the fact that they are not a substitute for dedicated winter tires.

bimmerfest.com ·1 upvote ·2024-07-31

“I've had PS4's on my last three cars. Great tires , but they do wear. I've also had two sets of PS4 All Seasons and been less than impressed, overall. After the advice of a significant number of people in various forums, I purchased a set of Continental Extreme Contact DWS 06 Plus, ultra high performance all seasons. These have exceeded all my expectations, and in the wet or dry, are so close to the standard PS4's that I was shocked. I even know of people occasionally tracking with them! Never in my life, prior to this, could I have imagined an "all season tire" ultra, or otherwise possibly being worthwhile, but I am blown away by the performance of these!”

r/TeslaLounge ·23 upvotes ·2025-10-18

“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”

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.”

Top themes
#Wet and dry grip#Ride comfort and noise#Light snow capability#Versus Michelin PS A/S 4#Tread life variability#Balancing and squirm issues#Value and price#Fitment and wheel sizes

Based on 139 community posts

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Vredestein Quatrac Pro+ B · Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
CategoryAll SeasonAll Season
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available103120
Rim diameters17″ – 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
Sizes in common7070

Which one should you actually buy?

Vredestein Quatrac Pro+

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS

Winner: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS — better dry, snow and comfort. Where the Vredestein Quatrac Pro+ is ahead, it is by less than 3 points.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 80 vs 67 on dry.

Pick tire B You drive through snowy winters

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 77 vs 66 on snow.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 79 vs 69 on comfort.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 83 vs 76 on handling.

Tire A · Vredestein Quatrac Pro+
Tire B · Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS

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Quatrac Pro+ or ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS?

Which is better in the wet, Quatrac Pro+ or ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS?

Neither, by our numbers: 81 vs 81 on the wet score, within 3 points.

Which grips better on dry roads, Quatrac Pro+ or ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS?

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS, 80 vs 67 on our dry score.

Which is better in snow, Quatrac Pro+ or ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS?

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS, 77 vs 66 on our snow score.

Which is quieter, Quatrac Pro+ or ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS?

Neither, by our numbers: 76 vs 74 on the noise score, within 3 points.

Which is more comfortable, Quatrac Pro+ or ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS?

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS, 79 vs 69 on our comfort score.

Which lasts longer, Quatrac Pro+ or ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS?

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS, 69 vs 64 on our treadwear score.

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.

Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.

Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology