• 14 shops, 90 283 products
Table of contents:
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P

225/55 R17 Continental WinterContact TS 870 P variants


Continental WinterContact TS 870 P is a winter tyre made in total of 178 sizes, ranging from R16 to R16 - this particular dimension is R17, which means it fits to a 17 inch/431.8mm diameter wheel. 225/55 R17 is 20mm wider than the narrowest dimension (205) and 100mm narrower than the widest one (325). This tyre profile of 55 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 55% of the tyre width (225mm), which results in 123.75mm sidewall height. In 225/55 R17, there are 2 possible speed indexes for Continental WinterContact TS 870 P - "H","V", which are good for speeds up to 210, 240 km/h. In 225/55 R17, WinterContact TS 870 P usually competes against Blizzak LM-005, which is a tyre from Bridgestone with a rating of %, compared to 94% of the Continental in question.

225/55 R17 97 H XL

EU:
B
EU:
C
EU:
71dB
Shop Product Stock Availability Shipping Price Action
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P ( 225/55 R17 97H EVc )
- In stock
£121
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P ( 225/55 R17 97H EVc ) In stock Free shipping
£121 Buy
mytyres.co.uk

225/55 R17 101 V XL

EU:
B
EU:
B
EU:
71dB
Shop Product Stock Availability Shipping Price Action
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P ( 225/55 R17 101V XL EVc )
- In stock
£159
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P ( 225/55 R17 101V XL EVc ) In stock Free shipping
£159 Buy
mytyres.co.uk

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

Similar tires

Continental WinterContact TS 870 P in tyre tests

Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (225/55 R17)
Autobild
Autobild Winter tyre test 2023 225/40 R18
exemplary
Ranked #3 of 11
Securing the 3rd position out of 11 participants, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P showcased a remarkable performance and received an 'Exemplary' final rating. It was praised for its consistently high level of performance across various conditions, demonstrating stable driving behavior in all weather types, and impressive short braking distances on wet surfaces. Additionally, it was noted for its quiet pass-by noise and fuel-efficient rolling resistance. However, its relatively high price level was considered a minor drawback. Notably, this tyre excelled in exterior noise and rolling resistance disciplines, setting the benchmark in these areas without showing any weaknesses in other tested properties.
Name
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
Show test details
Autobild
Autobild Winter tyre test 2023 225/60 R18
test winner
Ranked #1 of 10
The Continental WinterContact TS 870 P emerged as the top performer, securing the first position among its competitors and earning the prestigious title of "Test Winner". The tire was recognized for its stable handling attributes across various weather conditions, impressive performance on snow, dynamic dry handling, and its fuel-efficient rolling resistance. Despite its high price point, the tire stood out in specific disciplines, notably excelling in dry handling and rolling resistance. These strengths underscored its exceptional versatility and performance capabilities, setting it apart in the assessment.
Name
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
Show test details
Sportauto
Sportauto Winter tyre test 2023 225/40 R18
very good
Ranked #4 of 9
Finishing 4 out of 9 competitors, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was acclaimed for its performance, securing a final rating of "Very Good." Testers praised the tire for its secure handling on snow and dry surfaces, highlighting its well-balanced nature. However, it did face criticism for substantial understeer in wet corners and a lack of reserves. The tire rolled efficiently and offered solid grip on snow, but its performance dipped on wet roads. It stood out in several disciplines, excelling in dry handling, objective dry handling, dry lane changing, dry steering response, and rolling resistance, along with snow braking. These strong points underscore the tire's overall competence in winter conditions, balancing minor drawbacks with exceptional performance in key areas.
Name
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
Show test details
Autobild
Autobild Winter tyre test 2023 225/45 R18
exemplary
Ranked #3 of 20
Securing a commendable 3rd rank out of 20 contenders, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P demonstrated an exceptional performance, earning an 'Exemplary' final rating. Showcasing an admirable balance in capabilities across various weather conditions, the tire impressed with its dynamic handling on both wet and dry surfaces, along with remarkably short braking distances. Its prowess was notably unmatched in disciplines such as dry braking, dry handling, and wet circle cornering, where it outperformed its rivals. However, it's important to note the tire's elevated price point, which stands as the only drawback amidst its otherwise stellar attributes.
Name WetDrySnowRunning costs
Best values in test2+2+12+
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P2+ 2+ 2+2-
Show test details
Tyre Reviews
Tyre Reviews Winter tyre test 2023 225/45 R18
highly recommended
Ranked #3 of 11
Name
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
Show test details
Autobild
Name Stopping distance on wetStopping distance on snow
Best values in test31,429,2
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P34,930,5
Show test details
Tyre Reviews
Name
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
Show test details
Source: www.tyrereviews.com

225/55 R17 - Best winter tyres (according to tests)

#NameOur ratingTested in this dimensionTested in same width dimensionSegmentPrice
1. Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P! Newer model available: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
83.2%
77.8%
82.7%
80.3%
Premium £162
97 H + 4
2. GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+! Newer model available: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
84.6%
92.6%
80.2%
85.4%
Premium £155
97 H + 4
3. Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005! Newer model available: Bridgestone Blizzak 6
92.2%
79.6%
84.4%
82.6%
Premium £167
97 H + 1
4. Michelin ALPIN 6! Newer model available: Michelin ALPIN 7
83.2%
83.9%
85.5%
82.5%
Premium
5. Kleber KRISALP HP3
77.3%
88.7%
74.5%
80.5%
Upper-middle £124
97 H + 2
6. Goodyear UltraGrip Performance Gen-1! Newer model available: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
82.9%
92.2%
82.8%
75.3%
Premium
7. Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
78.7%
81.3%
66.3%
81.3%
Premium £149
101 V
8. Dunlop Winter Sport 5
81.7%
90.7%
81.6%
74.3%
Premium £160
101 V + 1
9. Michelin ALPIN 5! Newer model available: Michelin Alpin 6
81.2%
72.1%
85.8%
66.6%
Premium £179
97 H + 4
10. Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
87.4%
91.3%
89.3%
Premium £210
97 H
11. Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
84.9%
84.6%
80.4%
75.4%
Upper-middle £135
97 H + 2
12. BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
72.5%
94.8%
73.9%
81.1%
Upper-middle £137
97 H + 2
13. Michelin ALPIN A4! Newer model available: Michelin Alpin 6
82.9%
Premium £130
97 H + 1
14. Nokian WR D4
73.4%
93.7%
81.9%
72.5%
Upper-middle
15. Pirelli WINTER SOTTOZERO Serie III
Premium £169
97 H + 4
16. Firestone Winterhawk 4
Upper-middle £98
101 V
17. Bridgestone Blizzak LM-001
80.6%
77.4%
83.7%
Premium £165
97 H + 4
18. Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 W320! Newer model available: Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330
75.8%
90.5%
85.7%
67.4%
Upper-middle
19. Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6
78.4%
70.3%
78.3%
71.2%
Lowcost £109
0 V
20. Semperit Speed-Grip 5
74.5%
77.6%
76%
68.8%
Lowcost £98
97 H + 2
21. Semperit Speed-Grip 3! Newer model available: Semperit Speed-Grip 5
78.1%
77.2%
71.3%
79.7%
Lowcost
22. Falken EuroWinter HS01! Newer model available: Falken EuroWinter HS02
78.2%
74.2%
74.2%
77.1%
Upper-middle £149
97 H + 1
23. Fulda Kristall Control HP2
70%
85.9%
74%
72.3%
Lowcost £117
97 H + 1
24. Nokian WR Snowproof P
66.1%
79.2%
92.3%
Upper-middle
25. Toyo Observe S944
67.9%
66.9%
85.1%
79.9%
Upper-middle £117
0 V
26. Nokian WR Snowproof! Newer model available: Nokian Snowproof 2
68.7%
80.6%
82.5%
85.9%
Upper-middle
27. Toyo Snowprox S954
78.8%
70.6%
92.2%
82.7%
Upper-middle
28. Continental WinterContact TS 860S
58.7%
77%
87.7%
Premium
29. Continental VanContact Winter
94.2%
85.1%
61.8%
Premium £290
109 + 1
30. Pirelli CARRIER WINTER
66.3%
Premium £264
0 + 1
31. Sava Eskimo HP2
65.3%
79.5%
72.3%
73.5%
Lowcost £107
101 V
32. Kumho WinterCraft WP71
81.9%
76.7%
78%
Upper-middle £123
97 H + 2
33. Giti GitiWinter W1
65.8%
77.2%
72.4%
72.7%
Lowcost
34. Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 EVO
66.3%
92%
85%
Premium
35. Uniroyal MS Plus 77! Newer model available: Uniroyal WinterExpert
79.2%
83.3%
75.4%
74.1%
Upper-middle
36. Nexen WinGuard Sport 2 WU7
Lowcost £88
97 H + 3
37. Nexen WinGuard Sport
Lowcost
38. Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32
Premium
39. Debica Frigo HP2
70%
86.5%
74.1%
71.9%
Lowcost £107
101 V
40. Uniroyal WinterExpert
65.6%
75.1%
72.4%
74.7%
Upper-middle £129
101 V
41. Nokian WR C3
30.7%
95.8%
59.9%
Upper-middle
42. Falken EuroWinter VAN01
65.8%
Upper-middle £147
109 T
43. Barum Polaris 5! Newer model available: Barum Polaris 6
63.8%
78.1%
72%
74.8%
Lowcost £122
101 V
44. Falken EUROWINTER HS449
Upper-middle
45. Nokian WR A4
Upper-middle
46. Yokohama BluEarth winter V905
81.6%
70.5%
85.4%
Upper-middle
47. Firestone Winterhawk 3! Newer model available: Firestone Winterhawk 4
66.5%
83.4%
77.3%
71.3%
Upper-middle
48. Matador MP93 Nordicca
Lowcost
49. Fortune Fsr901
Lowcost
50. Kormoran SNOW
Lowcost
51. Matador MP92 Sibir Snow! Newer model available: Matador MP93 Nordicca
72.1%
80.3%
76.9%
Lowcost
52. Imperial SnowDragon UHP
62%
70.7%
88.8%
Lowcost
53. Imperial SnowDragon 3
Lowcost
54. Kormoran SNOWPRO B2
Lowcost