255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P

$332.00

255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance Winter

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Additional information

Season

width

profile

diameter

Load Index

Speed Index

Brand

Vehicle Type

Passenger

Sidewall

Black Sidewall

Min Wheel Width

7

Max Wheel Width

9

Tread Depth

11

EV Compatible

EV Compatible

OE Stamp

MO – Mercedes-Benz

3PMS

3PMS

XL

XL

Description

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Discover the Best in Winter Tires: Continental WinterContact TS 850 P

Hello…fellow drivers! Today…I’m thrilled to talk to you about the ultimate winter tire choice…the Continental WinterContact TS 850 P 3PMS…your perfect companion for winter adventures. With features like EV Compatible…M+S properties…and being a Performance giant…there’s no reason to look elsewhere for your winter tire needs. If you’re considering outfitting your vehicle with winter tires…listen up because we’re diving into why the 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS might just be the best tire you could choose for your ride.

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The moment temperatures drop and you find yourself in a sea of snow and ice…your tire choice can make all the difference. That’s where the Continental WinterContact TS steals the show. Designed with advanced technology…these winter tires provide agile handling and optimum braking performance…even in those oh-so-challenging winter conditions. Trust me…your vehicle will thank you for the extra grip and safety.

Unpacking the Technology Behind Continental WinterContact TS

Embedded with cutting edge technology…the Continental WinterContact TS promises a driving experience that goes beyond the typical expectations for winter tires. The unique sipes pattern allows for greater biting edges…enhancing grip on icy surfaces. You’ll particularly love the Traction Grooves Technology…which gives you those extra levels of traction and handling you require when roads become treacherous.

EV Compatible: The Future-Ready Tire

Our world is moving toward electric vehicles…and if you’re an EV owner…you’ll appreciate that the Continental WinterContact TS 850 P is EV Compatible. It’s been developed keeping in mind the unique weight distribution and torque characteristics of electric vehicles. Not only do you get the performance…but you also enjoy a quieter ride…thanks to its reduced rolling noise…something every EV enthusiast will find invaluable.

M+S Designation: Ready for All Conditions

Here’s the cool part: Continental WinterContact TS carries the M+S designation…meaning it’s made for Mud and Snow! It doesn’t matter whether you’re driving in soft slush or dimension-changing snow drifts; these tires excel with a steadfast design optimized for all varied winter conditions. Your trusty Continental WinterContact TS has got your back!

Performance That Speaks For Itself

Performance-oriented drivers…rejoice! The Continental WinterContact TS is one of the best Winter tires out there in terms of delivering extraordinary control and maneuverability. The tire features performance-enhancing compounds that keep the tread supple even in colder temperatures. Need good wear and fuel efficiency? You got it! When considering winter tires…look no further than their reputation and results-driven metrics.

The Perfect Fit: 255/55R18 Dimensions

For those wondering about sizing…especially if you’re sporting 255/55R18…worry not! The Continental WinterContact TS fits like a charm…providing the perfect balance between grip and ride comfort. You’ll love the enhanced road feedback and stability it provides…making every twist and turn in your cold-weather commute a little bit easier.

In Why the Continental WinterContact TS is Your Best Bet

If you want winter tires that offer optimal performance…comfort…and technology…you can’t go wrong with the Continental WinterContact TS 850 P. With its EV Compatible features…impeccable Performance…M+S certification…and the 255/55R18 compatibility…it’s truly a win-win situation. So grab yours today and cruise into winter with confidence. You’ll thank me later!

How to Purchase Your Continental WinterContact TS

Ready to transform your winter driving experience? Visit XYZTires.com to order your perfect set of Continental WinterContact TS tires. As an online wholesale tire seller offering tires at the lowest price…always…we believe in ensuring you get the best for less…no sales or clearances…just awesome deals every day!

Full specifications

Everything you need to know about the 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance Winter 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 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance right for you?

255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance is a winter / performance focused / passenger fitment tire, with Ontario and Quebec delivery details on this page.

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A good fit if you

  • Cold weather, snow, and ice — the conditions this tire is specifically engineered for.
  • Drivers who want the best cold-weather performance and won’t compromise with all-seasons.
  • 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

  • Summer use — winter compound softens too much in heat, wearing faster and handling worse.
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Quick Specs

  • Size: 255/55R18
  • Brand / Model: Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance
  • Season: Winter
  • Vehicle Type: Passenger
  • EV Compatible: Yes
  • Load / Speed: 109H (Load index 109 supports up to 1030 kg per tire; speed rating H rated up to 210 km/h)
  • Certifications: 3PMSF severe snow service, XL (Extra Load)
  • Delivery (Ontario & Quebec): Free shipping • 1–3 business days (Ontario and Quebec)

255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance Winter

Carries the 3PMSF symbol — tested and rated for severe snow service. 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 109 means each tire can carry up to 1030 kg. Check your door jamb placard — the tire needs to meet or beat the load rating your manufacturer specifies.
  • Speed rating H is the maximum sustained speed this tire is designed to handle under proper conditions. That works out to 210 km/h under correct load and inflation — not a target, just the rated ceiling.
  • Winter tires use a softer compound that stays pliable in cold temperatures, where all-season rubber starts to harden. They carry the 3PMS symbol and meet Quebec’s winter tire mandate.
  • 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.
  • 3PMS stands for Three Peak Mountain Snowflake — a symbol earned by meeting specific severe snow traction standards in testing. It is the mark Quebec requires for winter tire compliance.
  • 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.

Where this tire fits in

The 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance is a winter tire, built around a 255 mm section width for a 18-inch wheel.

In practical terms, this size gives you a 55-series sidewall of about 140 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 3PMS certification for severe snow service, an XL extra load rating, load index 109 and speed rating H (~210 km/h).

About the 255/55R18 tire size

The 255/55R18 breaks down into three numbers:

  • 255 — tread width in millimetres, measured across the contact patch
  • 55 — sidewall height as a percentage of the tread width (roughly 140 mm of rubber between road and rim)
  • R18 — radial construction, for a 18-inch wheel

The 255/55R18 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 WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance 255/55R18

  • Carries the 3PMSF symbol — tested and rated for severe snow traction.
  • 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.
  • Service description 109H: load index 109 means each tire carries up to 1030 kg, speed rating H is rated to 210 km/h.
Ontario & Quebec — winter tire rules

In Quebec, winter tires are mandatory on all passenger vehicles from December 1 to March 15 — it’s the law under the Highway Safety Code, not a suggestion. In Ontario, they’re strongly recommended through the cold months, and most insurance providers give you a premium discount when you run them. The 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance is a Winter tire with the 3PMSF symbol, so it qualifies for Quebec’s winter mandate.

Vehicles that fit 255/55R18 tires

Based on our fitment database, this size is used on:

  • 2023–2024 Lexus RZ
  • 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE300d
  • 2015–2016 BMW X6
  • 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250
  • 2015–2021 Porsche Macan
  • 2011–2017 Volkswagen Touareg
  • 2010–2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor
  • 2008–2018 Porsche Cayenne
  • 2008–2014 Subaru Tribeca
  • 2007–2013 Acura MDX
More vehicles that fit this size
  • 2007–2015 Audi Q7
  • 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML320
  • 2007–2008 Mercedes-Benz R320
  • 2006–2007 Mercedes-Benz ML350
  • 2006–2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500
  • 2006–2011 Mercedes-Benz R350
  • 2006–2007 Mercedes-Benz R500
  • 2006–2007 Subaru B9
  • 2005–2009 Saab 9-7x
  • 2004–2009 Cadillac SRX

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Common questions — 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance Winter

What does the 255/55R18 tire size mean?

Break it down and 255/55R18 tells you three things: the tread is 255 mm wide, the sidewall stands at 55% of that — about 140 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 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance a Winter tire?

Yes — the 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance is categorized as a Winter tire. In Quebec, that’s the law — mandatory from December 1 to March 15 under the Highway Safety Code. In Ontario it’s strongly recommended, and most insurance providers offer a premium discount when you run dedicated winter rubber.

What does the 109H rating mean on the 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance?

The 109H on the Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance breaks into two numbers: load index 109, meaning each tire carries up to 1030 kg, rated to approximately 210 km/h; and speed rating H, rated to 210 km/h under proper load and inflation. Your door jamb placard lists the minimum ratings your vehicle requires — match or exceed both.

Is the 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance 3PMS rated?

Yes — like all proper winter tires, the Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance carries the 3PMSF symbol. It’s been tested for severe snow traction and meets Quebec’s winter tire mandate.

Is the 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance studdable?

Studdable status is not confirmed for this tire. Reach out and we’ll check the manufacturer specs for you.

Does the 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance support run flat driving?

No — the Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S 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 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance an XL (extra load) tire?

Yes — the Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S 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 H mean on the 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance?

Speed rating H on the Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance corresponds to a maximum sustained speed of 210 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 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance with delivery to Ontario or Quebec?

Yes — we ship the 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S Performance across Ontario and Quebec. Free shipping • 1–3 business days (Ontario and Quebec).

Why buy the 255/55R18 Continental WinterContact TS 850 P – 3PMS EV Compatible M+S 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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