Additional information
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| Vehicle Type | Passenger |
| Sidewall | Black Sidewall |
| Warranty | 50000 |
| EV Compatible | EV Compatible |
| uTQG | 340 AA A |
| XL | XL |
255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport
$306.00
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255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance Summer
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Description
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Experience Unmatched Performance with Continental ExtremeContact Summer Tires
As an automotive enthusiast…finding the right set of tires is paramount…especially during the summer season. That’s why I recommend the Continental ExtremeContact Sport…a top-tier option for those seeking a blend of unmatched performance and durability. Designed to be EV compatible…these summer tires are meticulously engineered to meet the demands of sports cars and electric vehicles alike. Let’s dive deep into what makes these tires a compelling choice over others.
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The Continental ExtremeContact Sport is a champion’s tire tested by racecar drivers to certifiably satisfy the most demanding driver’s needs. SportPlus technology provides excellent handling on wet roads and a long tread life while being engineered for intense dry grip. The ExtremeContact Sport is an ultra-high performance tire build for car owners who love to drive.It also has a 30,000 mile tread life warranty for all sizes.
The ExtremeContact summer tire stands out in the crowded marketplace of performance tires…offering features that are hard to match. Designed by Continental…a leader in tire manufacturing…the ExtremeContact Sport promises a driving experience like no other. Whether you’re looking to maximize your Sport performance or simply need reliable summer tires…this model caters to all your needs.
Innovative Technology
One of the key attributes of the ExtremeContact summer tires is the state-of-the-art technology infused into their design. Continental’s proprietary SportPlus Technology enhances the tire’s grip…ensuring superior braking and optimal handling in both wet and dry conditions. This is especially crucial for maintaining control and stability when navigating high-speed summer roads.
Furthermore…the Continental ExtremeContact Sport is made with an advanced silica compound that reduces rolling resistance…contributing to better fuel efficiency…a feature particularly beneficial for EV compatible vehicles.
The Ideal Fit for Your Summer Rides
Engineered for Excellence
The ExtremeContact summer tires are engineered to cater to the unique demands of performance driving in warm weather. Designed with a focus on lateral grip and directional stability…these summer tires deliver an engaging and responsive driving experience. The 255/45ZR18 size is an example of the perfect balance between size and performance…ensuring these tires offer precise control and comfort.
Perfect for High-Performance Vehicles
Whether you drive a spirited sports car or a luxury sedan…the ContinentalExtremeContact Sport adapts seamlessly to your vehicle’s demands. It excels in providing a quiet and smooth ride…something any driver would appreciate during long summer drives.
Why Choose Continental ExtremeContact Summer Tires?
Unparalleled Safety Features
One critical component of the ExtremeContact summer tires is their commitment to safety. Equipped with QuickView Indicators…these tires allow drivers to visually inspect tire wear and performance levels…a feature that goes a long way in maintaining road safety during the summer.
Compatibility with Electric Vehicles
Another reason to consider the ContinentalExtremeContact Sport is its EV compatibility. As electric vehicles become more prevalent…the need for tires that meet their unique requirements has grown. The ExtremeContact summer tires are designed to handle the instant torque and heavier weight of EVs…ensuring lasting performance and efficiency.
Choosing the Right Tire Size: 255/45ZR18
The Perfect Size for Performance
The 255/45ZR18 size is notable for its promotion of balance and agility in performance vehicles. Choosing the right size is crucial for optimizing the benefits provided by the ExtremeContact summer tires. This size supports high-speed performance while maximizing tread contact with the road…enhancing both stability and comfort.
Invest in Top-Quality Summer Performance
The Continental ExtremeContact Sport tires offer a unique blend of innovation…safety…and performance. With their specific summer tires design engineered towards modern automotive needs…including EV compatibility…these tires are undeniably the best choice for those who refuse to compromise on quality. Equip your vehicle with these high-caliber tires and experience summer driving like never before.
Full specifications
Everything you need to know about the 255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance Summer is on this page — what the size means, load and speed ratings, certifications like 3PMS and XL, which vehicles it fit, and how we ship to Ontario and Quebec.
Is the 255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance right for you?
255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance is a summer / summer – supreme performance / passenger fitment tire, with Ontario and Quebec delivery details on this page.
Free shipping • 1–3 business days (Ontario and Quebec)OutofstockOntario & Quebec focusedFull specs, fitment, and FAQ on page
A good fit if you
- Warm weather grip, responsive steering, and performance handling — what summer tires are built for.
- Drivers who already swap to a dedicated winter set when temperatures drop below 7°C.
- Factory fitments or vehicles that specifically require XL-rated tires.
- Electric vehicles, where battery weight, instant torque, and road noise put extra demands on the tire.
Think twice if you need
- Winter driving — summer tires harden in the cold and won’t satisfy Quebec’s winter tire mandate.
- Anyone who wants one set of tires to cover all four seasons in Ontario or Quebec.
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Quick Specs
- Size: 255/45R18
- Brand / Model: Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance
- Season: Summer
- Vehicle Type: Passenger
- EV Compatible: Yes
- Load / Speed: 103Y (Load index 103 supports up to 875 kg per tire; speed rating Y rated up to 300 km/h)
- Certifications: XL (Extra Load)
- Delivery (Ontario & Quebec): Free shipping • 1–3 business days (Ontario and Quebec)
255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance Summer
Category: Summer – Supreme Performance
The Continental ExtremeContact Sport is a champion's tire tested by racecar drivers to certifiably satisfy the most demanding driver's needs. SportPlus technology provides excellent handling on wet roads and a long tread life while being engineered for intense dry grip. The ExtremeContact Sport is an ultra-high performance tire build for car owners who love to drive. It also has a 30,000 mile tread life warranty for all sizes.
XL (Extra Load) — built to handle higher inflation pressures and heavier loads than a standard-load tire of the same size.
What these tire specs mean
- Load index 103 means each tire can carry up to 875 kg. Check your door jamb placard — the tire needs to meet or beat the load rating your manufacturer specifies.
- Speed rating Y is the maximum sustained speed this tire is designed to handle under proper conditions. That works out to 300 km/h under correct load and inflation — not a target, just the rated ceiling.
- UTQG 340 AA A is a manufacturer-assigned grade for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance. Useful for comparing within the same brand — but it’s not a mileage guarantee, and ratings aren’t standardized across manufacturers.
- Summer tires are built for maximum warm-weather grip — dry and wet roads where compound stickiness and tread design matter most. They harden in near-freezing temperatures and are not suitable for Ontario or Quebec winter driving.
- XL means Extra Load. These tires run at higher inflation pressures and handle more weight than a standard-load tire of the same size. If your vehicle’s factory spec calls for XL, that’s what you need — swapping to standard load can affect ride, handling, and safety.
- EV Compatible means the tire is designed with electric vehicle demands in mind — higher load capacity for battery weight, reinforced sidewalls for EV torque, and compound choices that balance rolling resistance and road noise.
- Vehicle type indicates the service category this tire is built for — passenger car, light truck, commercial, or other. Matching the right category matters for load capacity, handling, and safety.
- Warranty coverage is backed by the manufacturer and applies under normal use — regular rotations, correct inflation, and proper alignment. Keep maintenance records if you ever need to make a claim.
Where this tire fits in
The 255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance is a summer / summer – supreme performance tire, built around a 255 mm section width for a 18-inch wheel.
In practical terms, this size gives you a 45-series sidewall of about 115 mm paired with a 18-inch wheel diameter — confirm this against your current tire’s sidewall marking before ordering.
Worth noting on the spec side: this tire carries an XL extra load rating, load index 103 and speed rating Y (~300 km/h), UTQG 340 AA A when provided by the manufacturer.
About the 255/45R18 tire size
The 255/45R18 breaks down into three numbers:
- 255 — tread width in millimetres, measured across the contact patch
- 45 — sidewall height as a percentage of the tread width (roughly 115 mm of rubber between road and rim)
- R18 — radial construction, for a 18-inch wheel
The 255/45R18 size is commonly found on mid size SUVs, crossovers, and sport sedans. Replacing a set? The full size marking is on your current tire’s sidewall — confirm width, profile, and rim diameter all match before you order.
What stands out — Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance 255/45R18
- XL (Extra Load) rated — handles higher inflation pressures and heavier loads than a standard-load equivalent.
- Marked as EV compatible — designed with EV load, torque, and road noise characteristics in mind.
- UTQG 340 AA A — manufacturer-assigned treadwear, traction, and temperature grades. Useful for comparing within the same brand, but not a mileage guarantee.
- Service description 103Y: load index 103 means each tire carries up to 875 kg, speed rating Y is rated to 300 km/h.
Warranty
- Warranty: 50000
- Coverage is backed by Continental and applies under normal use conditions — regular rotation, correct inflation, and proper alignment. Keep your maintenance records; you’ll want them if you ever need to make a claim. Contact us or Continental directly for exclusion details and claim procedures.
Vehicles that fit 255/45R18 tires
Based on our fitment database, this size is used on:
- 2017–2019 BMW 330i
- 2017–2019 BMW 340i
- 2014–2016 BMW 328i
- 2014–2016 BMW 335i
- 2012–2013 Audi A7
- 2012–2013 Mercedes-Benz S350
- 2010–2013 Mercedes-Benz S400
- 2007–2010 Ford Mustang
- 2007–2008 Jaguar XK
- 2007–2014 Mercedes-Benz CL550
More vehicles that fit this size
- 2007–2010 Mercedes-Benz CL600
- 2007–2013 Mercedes-Benz S550
- 2007–2010 Mercedes-Benz S600
- 2006–2009 Cadillac STS-V
- 2005–2011 Cadillac STS
- 2005–2008 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 2005–2013 Toyota Tacoma
- 2004–2006 BMW X3
- 2004–2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
- 2003–2010 Audi A8
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Common questions — 255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance Summer
What does the 255/45R18 tire size mean?
Break it down and 255/45R18 tells you three things: the tread is 255 mm wide, the sidewall stands at 45% of that — about 115 mm of rubber between road and rim — and it fits a 18-inch wheel. You’ll find this size most often on mid size SUVs, crossovers, and sport sedans.
Is the 255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance a Summer tire?
Yes — the 255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance is categorized as a Summer tire.
What does the 103Y rating mean on the 255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance?
The 103Y on the Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance breaks into two numbers: load index 103, meaning each tire carries up to 875 kg, rated to approximately 300 km/h; and speed rating Y, rated to 300 km/h under proper load and inflation. Your door jamb placard lists the minimum ratings your vehicle requires — match or exceed both.
Is the 255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance 3PMS rated?
No — the Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance doesn’t carry the 3PMS symbol. If Quebec winter compliance or severe snow traction is a priority, you’d want a tire that does.
Is the 255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance studdable?
Studdable status is not confirmed for this tire. Reach out and we’ll check the manufacturer specs for you.
Does the 255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance support run flat driving?
No — the Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance is a standard tire, not a run flat. If your vehicle came equipped with run flats, your replacement set needs to be run flat-capable too.
Is the 255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance an XL (extra load) tire?
Yes — the Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance is XL rated. It’s designed for higher inflation pressures and greater load capacity than a standard-load tire of the same size. If your current tires are XL, your replacement should be too.
What does speed rating Y mean on the 255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance?
Speed rating Y on the Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance corresponds to a maximum sustained speed of 300 km/h under proper load and inflation. In practice, this tells you the performance category the tire is built for — not a number to chase on public roads.
Can I order the 255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance with delivery to Ontario or Quebec?
Yes — we ship the 255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance across Ontario and Quebec. Free shipping • 1–3 business days (Ontario and Quebec).
Why buy the 255/45R18 Continental ExtremeContact Sport – EV Compatible Performance from XYZTires if another tire looks cheaper?
A lower sticker price is worth comparing, but the full picture includes shipping cost, delivery timeline, whether it’s actually in stock, and whether the tire category is right for how you drive. We focus on making those details clear upfront — so you can compare real delivered value, not just the first number you see.
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