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Ultra Contact Tyre By Continental
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Continental Ultra Contact
205/45 R18 V (90)

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4.6/5
(544 reviews)
Excellent Grip in Wet
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Product description & features

The Continental UltraContact are car tyres that are available to order online today.

With a high level of sipes on the tyre's tread block, the UltraContact performs highly in wet conditions - with reduced braking and risk of aquaplaning.

UltraContact tyres are available in 14 inch, 15 inch, 16 inch, 17 inch, 18 inch, and 19 inch rim tyre sizes.

Reliable Performance

Featuring Continental's Yellow Chilli tread compound, the UltraContact has been developed to deliver ultra high mileage whilst also providing high levels of safety.

Tyre Longevity

The use of Continental's 'UltraShield' casing technology allows the UltraContact to provide motorists with increased damage protection from everyday driving for a longer lifespan - without sacrificing on the overall ride comfort of the tyre.

Continental UltraContact Awards & Recognition

The Continental UltraContact has been recognised in the following:

Continental UltraContact Tyres Variants

The Continental UltraContact is currently manufactured in 2 variants of tyre:

Please note: before you select your tyres, ensure that the tyre size that you intend to order are the correct variant and matches your vehicle type.

The Continental Ultra Contact - 205/45 R18 V is a summer tyre.

Ratings & Reviews

There are
544
reviews of the Continental Ultra Contact

544
total ratings, with
275
review comments
Overall rating
4.6/5
(544 reviews)
5 star
73%
4 star
24%
3 star
1%
2 star
0%
1 star
1%
Overall rating of my tyres
4.6/5
I would buy the same tyres again
4.6/5
The car feels better to drive
4.1/5
The tyres were value for money
4.3/5
Customer images
Image #1; Continental UltraContact, 185/60 R14 H; Peugeot 205
Image #2; Continental UltraContact, 235/45 R19 V; Ford Kuga
Image #3; Continental UltraContact, 225/60 R17 H; Kia Sportage
Image #4; Continental UltraContact, 225/60 R17 H; Kia Sportage
Image #5; Continental UltraContact, 195/45 R16 V; Ford Fiesta
Image #6; Continental UltraContact, 195/50 R16 V; Toyota Yaris
Image #7; Continental UltraContact, 195/50 R16 V; Toyota Yaris
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Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 195/60 R15 H
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  • Reviewed on: 13/06/2025
  • Purchased on: 21/03/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Great in the dry not as what I expected in the wet, little noisey on most roads
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 185/60 R14 H
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  • Reviewed on: 09/06/2025
  • Purchased on: 06/10/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,500
They are very capable tyres. Good grip in the wet. Really good grip in the dry.
Image #1; Continental UltraContact, 185/60 R14 H; Peugeot 205
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 235/50 R17 W
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  • Reviewed on: 08/06/2025
  • Purchased on: 26/09/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 3,500
They are amazing all rounders. Great is dry and wet conditions, but also offer good fuel economy and are quiet on the motorway
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 215/45 R18 W
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  • Reviewed on: 06/06/2025
  • Purchased on: 11/03/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
grippy and much quieter than the factory fit tyres, also feel more compliant in steering.
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 195/55 R15 H
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Driver’s 3rd review
  • Reviewed on: 04/06/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 5,000
Good performance during wet and dry conditions.
Driver’s 2nd review
  • Reviewed on: 03/12/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 3,000
Good performance in wet weather and dry conditions as well. Good overall and I would buy them again when I need them replaced.
Driver’s 1st review
  • Reviewed on: 27/02/2024
  • Purchased on: 05/12/2023
  • Approx. miles driven: 700
Good performance so far and they seem to handle well in wet weather and dry conditions. Haven't tried in snow conditions but from previous experience they should be good.
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 225/60 R17 H
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  • Reviewed on: 21/04/2025
  • Purchased on: 27/01/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 500
No problem ,happy with performance, as expected
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 185/50 R16 H
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  • Reviewed on: 17/04/2025
  • Purchased on: 22/01/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 700
they perform well in all conditions
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 195/50 R15 V
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  • Reviewed on: 12/04/2025
  • Purchased on: 15/01/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
No problems with the tyres
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 195/55 R15 H
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  • Reviewed on: 10/04/2025
  • Purchased on: 16/01/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 700
Good overall performance.
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 205/40 R17 W
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  • Reviewed on: 13/03/2025
  • Purchased on: 10/12/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,500
Brilliant grip in dry and wet is excellent with very little drop off with wear.
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 225/60 R18 H
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  • Reviewed on: 10/03/2025
  • Purchased on: 09/12/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
General performance I am very happy with. Although I feel my fuel efficiency has declined
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 225/60 R17 H
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  • Reviewed on: 05/03/2025
  • Purchased on: 04/12/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 3,500
Performing well , reduced noise levels
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 195/50 R16 V
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  • Reviewed on: 28/02/2025
  • Purchased on: 06/12/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
They are a good all rounder.
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 225/60 R17 H
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  • Reviewed on: 15/01/2025
  • Purchased on: 23/10/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,000
Much better than the Avon on steering.
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 195/55 R16 V
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  • Reviewed on: 09/01/2025
  • Purchased on: 10/10/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,500
Very well especially in the rain snow and ice currently.
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 235/45 R19 V
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  • Reviewed on: 05/01/2025
  • Purchased on: 05/10/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Seems to perform well in all weather
Image #1; Continental UltraContact, 235/45 R19 V; Ford Kuga
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 225/40 R18 W
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  • Reviewed on: 20/12/2024
  • Purchased on: 05/09/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,000
Excellent not a problem
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 205/60 R16 H
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  • Reviewed on: 20/12/2024
  • Purchased on: 06/09/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,500
They offer very good grip, and are noticeably quieter than the previous mid range models I had fitted.
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 205/40 R17 V
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  • Reviewed on: 06/12/2024
  • Purchased on: 06/09/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
I feel secure with the grip
Tyre review for Continental UltraContact 215/50 R18 W
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Driver’s 2nd review
  • Reviewed on: 18/11/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 5,500
Excellent tyres, makes me feel safe in all conditions
Driver’s 1st review
  • Reviewed on: 05/02/2024
  • Purchased on: 06/11/2023
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
Very good, holds the road well and a lot quieter.
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