Continental ContiEcoContact 5 185/65 R15 88T

Continental ContiEcoContact 5 is a high-tech summer tire designed for cars with a sporty bent.

The key difference between Continental ContiEcoContact 5 and earlier versions lies primarily in its improved adhesion (braking and acceleration) properties. In addition, this model, as an active participant in the modern struggle for environmental friendliness of the industry, has very low rolling resistance – a property that allows the driver to significantly save money by reducing the vehicle’s energy consumption.

Continental ContiEcoContact 5 was not only improved technically – it received noticeably better operational parameters. In numerical terms, it is enough to say about a 3% increase in rolling ease, and a reduction in braking distance to 8%.

All the benefits that a driver expects from his tires are contained in this development. It is distinguished by:

High efficiency of fuel consumption (low fuel costs);
Amazing stability, quality of execution of running commands;
Quick response to steering inputs;
Improved aerodynamics and, as a result, good ride comfort.
Ratings and test results

Year Organizer / test type Size Place
2016 GF: All-season tire test 205/55 R16 7 out of 11
2015 European 205/55 R16 205/55 R16 14 of 19
2014 ADAC 175/65 R14: Summer tire test 175/65 R14 1 of 16
2012 European: Summer tire test 165/70 R14 1 of 15
2012 Auto Express: Summer tire test 205/55 R16 6 out of 8

The high level of capabilities has been emphasized more than once during comparative tests of Western publications. Ordinary car owners who tried on this tire were also satisfied with it.

The measures taken by specialists to improve the quality level of the line included an almost complete change in the concept of the Continental ContiEcoContact 5 structure .

A redesigned design that gently absorbs road imperfections, as well as a modernized design aimed at suppressing noise, are what characterize the ContiEcoContact 5.

In order to reduce rolling resistance, the company’s technologists introduced a new rubber compound into the production process, which received the intriguing name “BlackChilli”. The exact composition of this compound is kept under seven seals of secrecy, but what is certain is that it is this compound that gives the Continental ContiEcoContact 5 the qualities that it possesses.

Hydroplaning is not at all the effect you want to expect when driving into puddles. A high-quality drainage system can cope with it. Precipitation is carried through smooth-walled gutters, which remove water to places where it will not interfere with good traction and will not cause slipping on the road.

Continental ContiEcoContact 5 also has a flatter profile, which is reflected in the shape of the contact patch.