Continental WinterContact TS 860 S 285/40R22

Continental WinterContact TS 860 S 285/40R22 XL 110V Performance Winter / Snow Tire 03119470000

❄️ WinterπŸ“ 285/40R22πŸš— SUV/Light Truck

πŸ’‘ Is the Continental WinterContact TS 860 S 285/40R22 a Good Tire?

The Continental 285/40R22 is a winter tire designed for full-size trucks and heavy-duty SUVs. Provides enhanced snow traction for larger vehicles, though winter tires typically wear faster than all-season alternatives.

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About This Tire

The Continental WinterContact TS 860 S 285/40R22 is a performance winter tire, designed for sports car, sporty coupe, and performance sedan drivers who prioritize confident handling and reliable traction in cold weather conditions. Its tread design and compound focus on maintaining high-performance characteristics while delivering winter-specific traction through advanced polymer technology and specialized groove structures.

The tire features Continental's Cool Chili compound technology with a Flexible Polymer Matrix that enhances road adhesion in wintry conditions, while high-performance resins maintain flexibility at low temperatures. The asymmetric tread pattern incorporates a 3D groove structure that places grooves on tread block walls, creating stronger interlocking with packed snow for improved snow-to-snow traction during cornering. This tire is homologated for use on Porsche 911 and Taycan models in North America, indicating it meets specific performance standards for high-end vehicles.

Compared to all-season performance tires, it prioritizes winter traction and cold-weather handling while maintaining the responsive characteristics expected by performance vehicle owners. Overall, it's a solid choice for luxury sports cars and performance sedans used year-round in climates with regular winter weather conditions.

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TireRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Continental WinterContact TS 860 S 285/40R22
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
⭐ N/A (9 reviews)Sports car owners needing winter capability❄️ Winter
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
⭐ Excellent (201 reviews)Luxury SUV winter driving❄️ Winter
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Excellent (40 reviews)Highway commuting and long-distance travel🌀️ All Season
🏁 Max performance summer
⭐ Excellent (15 reviews)Premium sports cars and performance sedans in warm climatesβ˜€οΈ Summer
🌀️ All-season versatility
⭐ Good (272 reviews)SUV and crossover daily driving🌀️ All Season
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Continental WinterContact TS 860 S 285/40R22
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
Rating
⭐ N/A (9 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Sports car owners needing winter capability
Season
❄️ Winter
Pirelli Scorpion Winter 285/40R22
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
Rating
⭐ Excellent (201 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Luxury SUV winter driving
Season
❄️ Winter
Radar Dimax AS-8 285/40R22
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Excellent (40 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Highway commuting and long-distance travel
Season
🌀️ All Season
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 285/40R22
🏁 Max performance summer
Rating
⭐ Excellent (15 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Premium sports cars and performance sedans in warm climates
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer
Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season 285/40R22
🌀️ All-season versatility
Rating
⭐ Good (272 reviews)
Best For
⭐ SUV and crossover daily driving
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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Cool Chili Technology
Advanced compound with Flexible Polymer Matrix improves road adhesion in all winter conditions while maintaining flexibility at low temperatures.
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3D Groove Structure
Grooves on tread block walls create stronger interlocking with packed snow for enhanced snow-to-snow traction during turns.
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Porsche Homologated
Approved for use on Porsche 911 and Taycan models, meeting specific performance standards for high-end vehicles.
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Asymmetric Design
Specialized tread pattern balances winter traction needs with the handling characteristics required by performance vehicles.
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Cold Weather Focus
Engineered specifically for confident control in cold dry and wet conditions, plus snow and ice performance.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Sports car owners needing winter capabilityβœ“ Performance sedan daily driving in cold climatesβœ“ Luxury vehicle owners prioritizing year-round performanceβœ“ Drivers requiring Porsche-approved winter tires
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Specifications

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Size
285/40R22
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Load Index
110
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Speed Rating
V
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TirePath Editorial Review

3.5
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"After analyzing survey data, this tire delivers solid winter grip for performance vehicles while maintaining decent handling characteristics. The premium price point may deter budget-conscious drivers seeking winter protection."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026
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TireRack Ratings

Survey Ratings9 reviews
CategoryPerformance Winter / Snow

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Continental WinterContact TS 860 S 285/40R22 XL 110V Performance Winter / Snow Tire 03119470000
Size285/40R22
Season❄️ Winter
VehicleSUV/Light Truck