Additional information

Speed Index

Brand

width

profile

diameter

Load Index

Season

Vehicle Type

Passenger

Sidewall

Black Sidewall

XL

XL

Min Wheel Width

8.5

Max Wheel Width

10.5

Tread Depth

10

EV Compatible

EV Compatible

uTQG

480 A A

Description

275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport All Season

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Full specifications

Everything you need to know about the 275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport All Season 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 275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport right for you?

275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport is a all season / truck/suv all season – touring / passenger fitment tire, with Ontario and Quebec delivery details on this page.

Free shipping • 1–3 business days (Ontario and Quebec)In stockOntario & Quebec focusedFull specs, fitment, and FAQ on page

A good fit if you

  • Everyday driving in moderate conditions — commuting, highway, light rain, mild temperatures.
  • Drivers who already run a dedicated winter set for Quebec’s cold months.
  • 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

  • Quebec winter compliance — a standard all-season without the 3PMS symbol doesn’t satisfy the December to March mandate.
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Quick Specs

  • Size: 275/45R21
  • Brand / Model: Continental CrossContact LX Sport
  • Season: All Season
  • Vehicle Type: Passenger
  • EV Compatible: Yes
  • Load / Speed: 110Y (Load index 110 supports up to 1060 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)

275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport All Season

Category: Truck/SUV All Season – Touring

The Continental CrossContact LX Sport is an all-season tire made for crossover utility autos. It is designed to provide a smooth quiet ride and offers good control in most weather conditions including light snow. The CrossContact LX Sport is intended to be driven on roads and highways.

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 110 means each tire can carry up to 1060 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 480 A 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.
  • All Season tires handle mild year-round conditions well, but they’re not winter tires. In Quebec, a standard all-season doesn’t satisfy the mandatory winter tire requirement unless it specifically carries the 3PMS symbol.
  • 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.

Where this tire fits in

The 275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport is a all season / truck/suv all season – touring tire, built around a 275 mm section width for a 21-inch wheel.

In practical terms, this size gives you a 45-series sidewall of about 124 mm paired with a 21-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 110 and speed rating Y (~300 km/h), UTQG 480 A A when provided by the manufacturer.

About the 275/45R21 tire size

The 275/45R21 breaks down into three numbers:

  • 275 — tread width in millimetres, measured across the contact patch
  • 45 — sidewall height as a percentage of the tread width (roughly 124 mm of rubber between road and rim)
  • R21 — radial construction, for a 21-inch wheel

The 275/45R21 size is commonly found on performance vehicles and heavy duty trucks. 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 CrossContact LX Sport 275/45R21

  • 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 480 A A — manufacturer-assigned treadwear, traction, and temperature grades. Useful for comparing within the same brand, but not a mileage guarantee.
  • Service description 110Y: load index 110 means each tire carries up to 1060 kg, speed rating Y is rated to 300 km/h.
Quebec winter tire mandate — all-season note

Quebec mandates winter tires from December 1 to March 15. The 275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport is an all season tire — and without the 3PMS symbol, a standard all-season does not satisfy Quebec’s mandatory winter tire rule. If you drive in Quebec between December and March, a dedicated winter or all-weather tire is the right call. requirement unless they carry the 3PMS symbol. Consider a dedicated winter or all weather tire for Quebec driving.

Vehicles that fit 275/45R21 tires

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

  • 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV
  • 2024 Mazda CX-90
  • 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE450e
  • 2023–2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS450
  • 2023–2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS580
  • 2022–2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  • 2022–2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe
  • 2021–2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L
  • 2021–2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE53
  • 2020–2024 Ford Explorer
More vehicles that fit this size
  • 2020–2023 Lincoln Aviator
  • 2020–2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 53
  • 2020–2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE350
  • 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE43
  • 2020–2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE450
  • 2020–2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE580
  • 2020–2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE63
  • 2020–2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS450
  • 2020–2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS580
  • 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE 43

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Common questions — 275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport All Season

What does the 275/45R21 tire size mean?

Break it down and 275/45R21 tells you three things: the tread is 275 mm wide, the sidewall stands at 45% of that — about 124 mm of rubber between road and rim — and it fits a 21-inch wheel. You’ll find this size most often on performance vehicles and heavy duty trucks.

Is the 275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport an All Season tire?

Yes — the 275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport is categorized as an All Season tire. Standard all-season tires handle mild year-round conditions but don’t meet Quebec’s mandatory winter tire requirement on their own. If you drive in Quebec between December and March, look at a dedicated winter or all-weather tire that carries the 3PMS symbol.

What does the 110Y rating mean on the 275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport?

The 110Y on the Continental CrossContact LX Sport breaks into two numbers: load index 110, meaning each tire carries up to 1060 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 275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport 3PMS rated?

No — the Continental CrossContact LX Sport 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 275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport studdable?

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

Does the 275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport support run flat driving?

No — the Continental CrossContact LX Sport 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 275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport an XL (extra load) tire?

Yes — the Continental CrossContact LX Sport 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 275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport?

Speed rating Y on the Continental CrossContact LX Sport 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 275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport with delivery to Ontario or Quebec?

Yes — we ship the 275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport across Ontario and Quebec. Free shipping • 1–3 business days (Ontario and Quebec).

Why buy the 275/45R21 Continental CrossContact LX Sport 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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