Featuring SportPlus technology and a profound amount of +Silane additives, the Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 was released to revolutionize the UHP tires market.
It took Continental 3 years to produce this all-season tire, so we were pretty optimistic when it came out eventually. Can the DWS06 overshadow its predecessor, the DWS? This is what we attempt to find out in this review.
Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 (Our Review)
Overall Assessment
The market of UHP tires is saturated and crowded with products that claim the emblem but fail to deliver a worthy performance. The DWS06 promises to break out of that mold by providing a performance that capitalizes on the already reliable performance of its predecessor, the original DWS, whilst addressing some of its drawbacks.
The original ExtremeContact DWS displayed an admirable performance on dry and wet terrain, but it wasn’t really something to shout about. Also, the original DWS didn’t perform very well in the snow. The DWS06, on the other hand, uses new technologies such as X-Sipe and Traction Grooves to deliver astounding performance on wet, dry, and snowy terrain.
In addition to boosting the tire’s traction, these new technologies helped grant the tire excellent cornering and braking capabilities. The steering is also quite responsive and sharp even under extreme circumstances, thanks to the use of a sport sidewall insert.
The DW06 is also considerably more durable than its predecessor, as it has a two-ply sidewall that grants 35% more stiffness. The features this tire has in common with its predecessor are the Tuned Performance Indicators and the Alignment Verification System.
The DW06 flaunts a different tread design from the original DWS. It’s still asymmetrical, but it’s refined by adding more +Silane additives and silica to ensure better handling and traction on dry and wet terrain, not to mention the Continental’s SportPlus technology.
Pros:
- Has a sport sidewall insert for fluid steering
- Great traction on dry, wet, and snowy terrain
- Stable performance and excellent cornering
- Pretty durable tread compound construction
Cons:
- A little bit expensive for an all-season tire
Vehicles That Can Use Continental ExtremeContact DWS06
The Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 is designed for drivers of most commercial vehicles. Below is a list of the most popular vehicles compatible with the Continental ExtremeContact DWS06.
- Nissan: Sentra, 350Z, Maxima, Leaf
- Toyota: Corolla, Matrix, Camry, Avalon, Prius
- Volkswagen: Beetle, Touareg, Passat, Golf, GTI, Jetta, Rabbit
- Volvo: C70, V70, S60, S80
- Hyundai: Tiburon, Genesis, Sonata, Elantra
- Kia: Rondo, Forte, Optima, Soul
- Lexus: IS250, IS350, GS350, IS300
- Acura: ZDX, TSX, ILX, RSX
- Audi: A3, A4, TT Quattro, A6
- BMW: M3, X5,, 535i, X1,128i, 135i, 328i, 335i
- Chevrolet: Cruze, Cobalt, Sonic, Camaro, Impala, Malibu
- Ford: Focus, Fiesta, Fusion
Sizes and Specs
| Size | Available Specs |
| 16 Inches | 205/55ZR16 91W BSW215/55ZR16 93W BSW225/50ZR16 92W BSW225/55ZR16 95W BSW |
| 17 Inches | 205/45ZR17 88W BSW205/50ZR17 93W BSW215/50ZR17 95W BSW215/55ZR17 94W BSW225/45ZR17 91W BSW225/50ZR17 94W BSW225/55ZR17 97W BSW235/45ZR17 94W BSW235/55ZR17 99W BSW245/40ZR17 91W BSW245/45ZR17 99Y BSW245/50ZR17 99W BSW255/40ZR17 94W BSW |
| 18 Inches | 215/45ZR18 93Y BSW 225/40ZR18 92Y BSW 225/45ZR18 91Y BSW 235/40ZR18 95Y BSW 235/45ZR18 98Y BSW 235/50ZR18 97W BSW 235/55ZR18 100W BSW 245/35ZR18 92Y BSW 245/40ZR18 97Y BSW 245/45ZR18 100Y BSW 255/35ZR18 94Y BSW 255/40ZR18 99Y BSW 255/45ZR18 103Y BSW 255/55ZR18 109W BSW |
| 19 Inches | 225/40ZR19 93Y BSW 225/45ZR19 92W BSW 235/35ZR19 91Y BSW 245/40ZR19 98Y BSW 245/50ZR19 105Y BSW 255/35ZR19 96Y BSW 255/40ZR19 100Y BSW 255/50ZR19 107W BSW 275/40ZR19 101Y BSW 275/45ZR19 108W BSW 285/35ZR19 99Y BSW |
| 20 Inches | 245/45ZR20 103Y BSW 255/45ZR20 105Y BSW 265/35ZR20 99Y BSW 275/40ZR20 106Y BSW 295/40ZR20 110W BSW 315/35ZR20 110Y BSW |
| 22 Inches | 265/30ZR22 97Y BSW 265/40ZR22 106W BSW 285/30ZR22 101Y BSW 295/25ZR22 97Y BSW |
Prices
The Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 starts at an approximate price point of $105. Please note that the prices may vary from one dealer to another. Furthermore, the prices will vary based on the size and specs you choose.
Warranty
The ExtremeContact DWS06 is backed by a 50,000-mile or 6-year warranty on the tread. Uniformity is warranted for the first 2/32 inch of tread wear or the first year of use. Both workmanship and materials are warranted for a period of 6 years, with free replacements during the uniformity period.
Additionally, you get to enjoy a road hazard warranty that covers the first 2/32 inch of wear or first year of use. Not only that, but you also get a 3-year flat tire changing service as well as a 60-day consumer satisfaction guarantee.
Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Tire Customer Review
Angel R. says: “This tire is a major improvement over the original DWS, which I’ve been using for years before upgrading to the DWS06. The steering is great and it’s able to navigate the snow just as well as a winter tire.”
Angel R. posted(5 / 5) review
Lucas C. says: “This could very well be the best UHP tire on the market. I’ve been using it for a while now and I’m yet to find any flaws. Being a somewhat spirited driver, I really appreciate how excellent this tire’s cornering is.”
Lucas C. posted