Continental ContiWinterContact TS830 P 255/55R18

Continental ContiWinterContact TS830 P 255/55R18 105V Performance Winter / Snow Tire 03203100000

❄️ WinterπŸ’° $273.98πŸ“ 255/55R18πŸš— Performance

πŸ’‘ Is the Continental ContiWinterContact TS830 P 255/55R18 a Good Tire?

The Continental ContiWinterContact TS830 P 255/55R18 is a winter tire designed for mid-size SUVs and crossovers. It delivers strong snow and ice traction with reliable wet braking performance thanks to its advanced winter compound and directional tread pattern with enhanced sipe technology. Ride comfort is good for a winter tire with moderate road noise, though tread life is shorter than all-season alternatives due to the softer winter compound. Rated 3.5/5 by TirePath, it provides excellent cold-weather grip but requires seasonal changeover and storage when not in use. Currently priced from $273.98, it is available through major online tire retailers.

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About This Tire

The Continental ContiWinterContact TS830 P 255/55R18 is a performance winter tire designed for sport coupe and luxury sedan drivers who prioritize snow traction and ride comfort in cold-weather conditions. Its asymmetric tread design and specialized winter compound focus on balancing high-speed capability with reliable winter weather performance.

The tire features broad, rounded outboard shoulder blocks for enhanced dry road handling, combined with independent inboard tread blocks separated by wide circumferential grooves to improve snow traction and hydroplaning resistance. High-density sipes throughout the tread provide biting edges for snow and ice grip without requiring metal studs, and the tire meets severe snow service requirements with three-peak mountain snowflake certification. Based on 14 driver evaluations, the tire delivers predictable winter performance while maintaining the handling characteristics expected in performance applications.

Compared to all-season tires, it prioritizes cold-weather traction and snow performance over year-round versatility. Overall, it's a solid choice for luxury vehicles and sport coupes used in regions with regular winter weather conditions.

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TirePriceRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Continental ContiWinterContact TS830 P 255/55R18
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
$273.98⭐ N/A (14 reviews)Luxury sedan winter driving❄️ Winter
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$132.99⭐ Excellent (40 reviews)Daily highway commuting and city driving🌀️ All Season
β˜€οΈ Summer performance
$148.21⭐ Good (74 reviews)Crossover and SUV owners in warm climatesβ˜€οΈ Summer
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
$210.22⭐ N/AWinter driving in snow and ice conditions❄️ Winter
🌀️ All-season versatility
$219.7⭐ Good (293 reviews)Performance SUV and crossover daily driving🌀️ All Season
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Continental ContiWinterContact TS830 P 255/55R18
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
Price
$273.98
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A (14 reviews)
Best For
Luxury sedan winter driving
Season
❄️ Winter
Radar Dimax AS-8 255/55R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$132.99
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Excellent (40 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting and city driving
Season
🌀️ All Season
Bridgestone Alenza 001 255/55R18
β˜€οΈ Summer performance
Price
$148.21
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (74 reviews)
Best For
Crossover and SUV owners in warm climates
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer
Vredestein Wintrac Pro+ 255/55R18
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
Price
$210.22
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A
Best For
Winter driving in snow and ice conditions
Season
❄️ Winter
Toyo Proxes ST III 255/55R18
🌀️ All-season versatility
Price
$219.7
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (293 reviews)
Best For
Performance SUV and crossover daily driving
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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Winter Certified
Meets severe snow service requirements with three-peak mountain snowflake certification for reliable winter traction.
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Asymmetric Design
Combines broad outboard shoulder blocks for dry handling with independent inboard blocks for enhanced snow grip.
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Hydroplaning Resistance
Wide circumferential grooves channel water away from the contact patch to maintain wet road traction.
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High-Density Sipes
Numerous biting edges provide snow and ice grip without traditional metal studs for improved traction.
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Performance Focus
European high-speed capability designed specifically for sport coupes and luxury sedan applications.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Luxury sedan winter drivingβœ“ Sport coupe cold-weather performanceβœ“ Highway commuting in snow-prone regionsβœ“ Drivers requiring winter traction without studs
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Specifications

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Size
255/55R18
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Load Index
105
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Speed Rating
V
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TirePath Editorial Review

3.5
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"We recommend this for luxury sedan owners who need reliable winter traction and highway performance in snowy conditions. The premium price point may deter budget-conscious drivers seeking basic winter capability."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026
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TireRack Ratings

Survey Ratings14 reviews
CategoryPerformance Winter / Snow

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