Continental VIKING CONTACT 8
205/50R17 XL - 93H

Winter tire

Continental VIKING CONTACT 8 205/50R17 XL - 93H New Product
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Each tire $224.99 4 tires package $899.96
10% OFF WITH CODE REBATE10 Conditions
Load index: 93
Speed rating: H
  • 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
205/50R17 XL - 93H

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.

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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
7 September 2025

Silencieux meilleur pneus a neige que j ai eu je vous le recommande

Vehicle: Buick Encore GX ST 2023 | KM travelled: 20000 | Driving style: Average Driving | Driving conditions: Combined Highway/City
14 August 2025

pneus très silencieux grippe bien sur glace et neige recomende fortement,vais en acheter 4 pour ma nouvelle Corolla hybride awd

Vehicle: Mazda 3 Sport GX 2012 | KM travelled: 30000 | Driving style: Average Driving | Driving conditions: Combined Highway/City

Specifications 205/50R17 XL - 93H

Manufacturer Continental
Studdable No
Season Winter
Product code 0345818
Width 205
Ratio 50
Diameter 17
Load index 93
Speed rating H
Side wall
Runflat No
Reinforced No
Extra Load Yes
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0345818 205/50R17 XL - 93H 93 H $224.99 Available Add to cart

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