Securecontact AW

About the Continental Securecontact AW

All-Weather EV Compatible Passenger Car, Crossover and SUV Touring Tire.

Features

* Tuned performance indicators in the tread* Alignment verification system* EcoPlus Technology - Rubber compound with Tg-F polymers* M+S Rated* Carries the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) symbol* 60,000 Mile/100,000 Km Treadwear Warranty (H&V Rated)* 55,000 Mile/90,000 Km Treadwear Warranty (W Rated)

Benefits

* Disappear when the tire is no longer tuned for optimum performance in either dry wet or snow conditions* Indicators alert driver of proper alignment or whether to check the alignment* Helps reduce rolling resistance for better fuel economy and extended tread life* Meets the required performance criteria for use in severe snow conditions

Understanding the 225/40R18 XL size

In the size code 225/40R18, 225 is the section width in millimetres (about 8.9"). 40 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 40% of the width, or roughly 90 mm. R18 means radial construction on a 18-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 25.1".

The load index 92 means each tire supports up to 1,389 lbs — about 5,556 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol W certifies the tire to 168 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.

What the Continental Securecontact AW is built for

The Continental Securecontact AW is an all-weather tire — a year-round option certified for severe snow service, so it can stay on the vehicle through winter. It carries the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol, meaning it passed a standardised severe-snow traction test. Fitment category: Passenger Car, Performance, Touring.

Tread life and grip ratings

This tire carries a UTQG rating of 640 A A. The treadwear grade of 640 is a relative durability score — a grade of 200 is expected to last roughly twice as long as a grade of 100 under the same controlled test. Traction grade A measures straight-line wet stopping grip (AA is highest, then A, B and C). Temperature grade A reflects heat resistance at sustained speed (A is highest).

Price and value

At $172.49 per tire, a full set of four costs $689.96. That is about 15% above the average of the 144 tires we stock in this size, reflecting its position in the range. Backed by a 60,000-mile treadwear warranty, that works out to roughly $11.50 per 1,000 miles across the set.