Listed are full spes for this 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance Summer tire — including load/speed ratings, certifications (3PMS / studdable / run-flat / XL), UTQG treadwear/traction/temperature grading, and shipping details for Ontario and Quebec.
Why choose the 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance?
255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance is positioned as a summer / summer – supreme performance / passenger fitment tire with clear Ontario and Quebec delivery details.
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Warm weather grip, responsive steering, and sportier handling.
Drivers who already switch to dedicated winter tires when temperatures drop.
EV fitments where tire load, torque, rolling resistance, and noise can matter more.
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Quebec winter tire compliance or cold weather winter driving.
A one tire year round setup for Ontario or Quebec.
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Quick Specs
Size: 255/45R17
Brand / Model: Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance
Season: Summer
Vehicle Type: Passenger
EV Compatible: Yes
Load / Speed: 98Y (Load index 98 supports up to 750 kg per tire; speed rating Y rated up to 300 km/h)
Certifications: —
Delivery (Ontario & Quebec): Free shipping • 1–3 business days (Ontario and Quebec)
255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance Summer
Category: Summer – Supreme Performance
The Continental ContiSportContact 5 is a summer max performance tire. It offers a smooth, quiet ride and though it has excellent handling in dry and wet conditions, the ContiSportContact 5 is not designed to drive in icy or snowy environments.
What these tire specs mean
Load Index 98 is the tire’s standardized carrying capacity, supporting up to 750 kg per tire. Use it to confirm the tire meets or exceeds the load rating listed on your vehicle placard.
Speed Rating Y indicates the tire’s maximum sustained speed capability under proper load and inflation. This is approximately 300 km/h under proper load and inflation.
UTQG 280 AA A is the manufacturer treadwear, traction, and temperature grading system. It is useful for comparing tires from the same brand, but it should not be treated as an exact mileage promise.
Summer tires are built for warm weather grip and should not be used as winter tires in Ontario or Quebec cold weather conditions.
EV Compatible means the tire is marked as suitable for electric vehicles, where load, torque, rolling resistance, and noise can matter more.
Vehicle Type helps identify whether the tire is intended for passenger, light truck, commercial, or similar service categories.
How this tire is positioned
255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance is positioned as a summer / summer – supreme performance tire built around a 255 mm section width and 17-inch wheel fitment.
In practical terms, this size combines a 45-series sidewall of about 115 mm with a 17-inch wheel diameter, which is useful when matching an existing tire size and wheel setup.
Feature wise, this tire indicates load index 98 and speed rating Y (~300 km/h), UTQG 280 AA A when provided by the manufacturer.
About the 255/45R17 tire size
The 255/45R17 size breaks down as follows:
255 — tread width in millimetres
45 — sidewall height as a percentage of tread width (approx. 115 mm)
R17 — fits a 17-inch rim
The 255/45R17 size is commonly found on light trucks, SUVs, and crossovers. If you’re matching an existing set, confirm the full size marking on your sidewall before ordering.
Key features — Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance in 255/45R17
EV compatible design.
UTQG: 280 AA A — treadwear, traction, and temperature grading to help compare similar tires.
Load/Speed: 98Y — load index 98 supports up to 750 kg per tire, while speed rating Y is rated up to 300 km/h.
Size: 255/45R17 (fits an 17-inch wheel).
Vehicles that commonly use 255/45R17 tires
Examples from our vehicle fitment lookup include:
2005–2007 Cadillac STS
2002–2003 Mercedes-Benz SL500
1999–2003 Ferrari 456M
1995–1997 Jaguar XJR
1994–1999 Ferrari 456
1994–1995 Ford Mustang
1993–1996 Chevrolet Corvette
1990–1995 Ferrari 348
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The 255/45R17 size indicates a tread width of 255 mm, a sidewall ratio of 45% (approximately 115 mm tall), and a 17-inch rim diameter. This size is commonly found on light trucks, SUVs, and crossovers.
Is the 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance a Summer tire?
Yes — the 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance is categorized as a Summer tire.
What does the 98Y rating mean on the 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance?
On the 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance, the service description 98Y indicates a load index of 98 and a speed rating of Y (approximately 300 km/h). The load index is the tire’s standardized carrying capacity, while the speed rating is the maximum sustained speed under proper load and inflation. Always match or exceed your vehicle manufacturer’s required load and speed ratings.
Is the 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance 3PMS rated?
No — the 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance is not listed as 3PMS rated.
Is the 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance studdable?
This tire, 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance is not studdable. Contact us for any questions.
Does the 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance support run flat driving?
No — the 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance is not a run flat.
Is the 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance an XL (extra load) tire?
No — the 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance is not an XL (extra load) tire.
What does speed rating Y mean on the 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance?
Speed rating Y on the 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance corresponds to a maximum sustained speed of approximately 300 km/h under full load. Always obey posted speed limits regardless of tire rating.
Can I order the 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance with delivery to Ontario or Quebec?
Yes — XYZTires ships the 255/45R17 Continental ContiSportContact 5 – EV Compatible Performance to addresses across Ontario and Quebec. Free shipping • 1–3 business days (Ontario and Quebec).
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