Continental VIKING CONTACT 8
235/50R18 XL - 101T

Winter Tire

SKU: 0345806
Load index: 101
Speed rating: T
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  • Superior grip on snow, slush, and ice
  • Energy-efficient design for EVs and hybrids
  • Quiet and comfortable winter driving
Snow and Ice Tire
Low Sound Level
Directional Tread
High mileage
Superior on ice
Road Hazard
Superior on snow
Electric vehicles

Overview of Continental VIKING CONTACT 8
235/50R18 XL - 101T

The Continental VikingContact 8 is a premium winter tire designed to deliver outstanding safety and reliability in the most challenging winter conditions. Engineered with cutting-edge German technology, this tire ensures maximum grip and stability on snow, slush, ice, and wet roads, making it an excellent choice for drivers in harsh winter climates.

One of its key features is the advanced Nordic compound, which remains flexible even in extreme cold temperatures. This guarantees excellent traction and shorter braking distances, while also reducing rolling resistance, a clear advantage for electric and hybrid vehicles looking to optimize energy efficiency.

The directional tread design with symmetrical grooves quickly evacuates water and slush, significantly lowering the risk of hydroplaning. At the same time, the innovative 3D sipes and biting edges improve grip on icy and snowy surfaces, enhancing both acceleration and braking performance. The VikingContact 8 is also engineered for precise handling, providing drivers with confidence and control, even on slippery roads.

Comfort is not overlooked: its optimized tread pattern reduces road noise, resulting in a quiet and smooth driving experience, especially valuable for electric vehicles where cabin silence is a priority.

 

In short, the Continental VikingContact 8 is a winter tire that combines safety, comfort, and energy efficiency, offering drivers peace of mind in even the harshest weather conditions.

Customer reviews of Continental VIKING CONTACT 8

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23 May 2026

J'ai eu des Viking Contact 8 avec l'achat de mon véhicule neuf. Et je ne regrette pas ces pneus. Incroyable. Que sa soit sur de la glace ou sur la neige, ils sont une excellente traction et tenue de route. Ma femme les adores. Elle se sent très en sécurité avec l'hiver québécois.

Vehicle: Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Preferred w/Trend Pkg. 2026 | KM travelled: 2000 | Driving style: Average Driving | Driving conditions: Combined Highway/City
20 May 2026

I read the positive reviews about the Viking 7's, so I took a chance on these but would not buy them again. It was only on the highway that they were unsafe and started to slide if I went above 80kph. I have never experienced that before with any other make of winter tire. Last year was the first winter driving my Jeep GC, so that's the only difference from the other years. Road conditions were not bad, and other drivers seemed to handle the roads ok. I really missed my Blizzaks!

Vehicle: Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 2017 | KM travelled: 5000 | Driving style: Easy Going Driving | Driving conditions: Combined Highway/City
10 March 2026

Je confirme que ce sont les meilleurs pneus d’hiver que j’ai investi et que je recommande à tous! Plusieurs aller-retour sur la Côte-Nord avec une conduite fiable, sécuritaire et agréable :) Top 1!

Vehicle: Jeep Grand Cherokee Altitude 2019 | KM travelled: 15000 | Driving conditions: Combined Highway/City
19 December 2025

I can't complain about these tires it's the first time I buy studless winter tires and I wanted to get a very well know company so I decided to go with Continental Tires. Reading and watching reviews on the internet they were highly recommended living in Quebec our winters aren't as it used to be we been getting a lot of wet snow and ice living in St.Remi and do a lot of highway driving I noticed with snow and ice on roads the grip is amazing. I know when it time to replace my summer tires I will switch to Continental tires.

Vehicle: Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 2023 | KM travelled: 1000 | Driving style: Spirited Driving | Driving conditions: Mostly Highway
16 November 2025

Je les adore c'est hallucinant comment ça ne glisse pas. ( a la limite je trouve ça plate le derrière de mon pick up ne veut plus glisser 😅) ah oui le flanc est juste parfait et ils ne font pas de bruit ils sont très silencieux

Vehicle: Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 4x4 2013 | KM travelled: 1000 | Driving style: Easy Going Driving | Driving conditions: Combined Highway/City

Specifications 235/50R18 XL - 101T

Manufacturer Continental
Studdable No
Season Winter
Product code 0345806
Width 235
Ratio 50
Diameter 18
Load index 101
Speed rating T
Side wall
Runflat No
Reinforced No
Extra Load Yes
Tread Depth (32nds) 10
Max inflation pressure (psi)
Max load (lbs) 1819
Overall section width (in)
Approved Rim Widths (in) 6.5 - 8.5
Overall Tire Diameter (in) 27.3
OE Homologation

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15" inches
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16" inches
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0345827 205/45R17 XL - 88H 88 H $255.99 Available Select
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18" inches
0345775 215/45R18 XL - 93T 93 T $324.99 Available Select
0345481 215/55R18 XL - 99T 99 T $274.99 Not available Contact us
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0345496 225/55R18 XL - 102H 102 H $272.99 Available Select
0345778 225/60R18 XL - 104H 104 H $261.99 Available Select
0345837 235/45R18 XL - 98H 98 H $301.99 Available Select
0345806 235/50R18 XL - 101T 101 T $301.99 Not available Contact us
0345511 235/55R18 XL - 104H 104 H $272.99 Not available Contact us
0345721 235/60R18 XL - 107H 107 H $288.99 Available Select
0345796 235/65R18 XL - 110T 110 T $289.99 Not available Contact us
0345789 245/40R18 XL - 97T 97 T $336.99 Not available Contact us
0345523 245/45R18 XL - 100T 100 T $313.99 Available Select
0345784 245/60R18 XL - 109H 109 H $295.99 Available Select
0345765 255/55R18 XL - 109T 109 T $313.99 Available Select
0345792 255/60R18 XL - 112T 112 T $317.99 Available Select
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19" inches
0345561 225/40R19 XL - 93H 93 H $376.99 Not available Contact us
0345829 225/45R19 XL - 96T 96 T $342.99 Not available Contact us
0345762 225/55R19 XL - 103T 103 T $297.99 Not available Contact us