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205-285/50-75 R15-20 55 sizes 2012

Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2

The Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 is a Premium Touring All Season tyre designed to be fitted to SUV and 4x4s.

5.8
Tyre Reviews Score Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews
Medium Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
85%
Wet Grip
80%
Road Feedback
79%
Handling
80%
Wear
86%
Comfort
76%
Buy again
76%
Snow Grip
64%
Ice Grip
57%
25 Reviews
76% Average
423,037 miles driven
1 Tests (avg: 8th)
Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2

Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2

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5.8 / 10
Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews · Medium Confidence · Updated 23 Feb 2026

The Tyre Reviews Score is the most comprehensive tyre scoring system available. It aggregates professional test data from multiple independent publications, user reviews, and consistency analysis using Bayesian statistical methods, weighted normalisation, and recency-adjusted scoring to produce a single, reliable performance rating.

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Comfort
100
0.32x / 2 tests
Wet
40
1.93x / 3 tests
Dry
40
1.5x / 2 tests
Value
40
0.42x / 1 test

Cross-category scores are derived metrics that combine data from multiple test disciplines to evaluate real-world performance characteristics.

Braking
40
2 tests
Handling
40
2 tests
Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 1
Publications: 1
Period: 2020
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 25
Avg Rating: 75.9%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 0.93
History Points: 10
Methodology & Configuration
Scoring Process
  1. Collect Test Data: Gather results from professional tyre tests across multiple publications. Minimum 1 test(s) required.
  2. Normalize Positions: Convert test positions to percentile scores using exponential weighting (factor: 1.2).
  3. Apply Recency Weighting: More recent tests are weighted higher with a decay rate of 0.95.
  4. Incorporate User Reviews: Factor in user review data (minimum 5 reviews). Weight: 15%.
  5. Bayesian Smoothing: Apply Bayesian prior (score: 7, weight: 1.5) to prevent extreme scores with limited data.
  6. Calculate Final Score: Combine all components using normalization factor of 1.1. Max score with limited data: 9.5.
Component Weights
Test Data
80%
User Reviews
15%
Consistency
5%
All Configuration Parameters
ParameterValueDescription
safety_weight 0.7 Weight multiplier for safety-related metrics
performance_weight 0.55 Weight multiplier for performance metrics
comfort_weight 0.4 Weight multiplier for comfort metrics
value_weight 0.45 Weight multiplier for value-for-money metrics
user_reviews_weight 0.15 How much user reviews contribute to the final score
test_data_weight 0.8 How much professional test data contributes to the final score
consistency_weight 0.05 How much score consistency contributes to the final score
recency_decay_rate 0.95 Rate at which older test results lose influence (higher = slower decay)
min_test_count 1 Minimum number of professional tests required
min_review_count 5 Minimum number of user reviews required
score_version 1.9 Current version of the scoring algorithm
score_normalization_factor 1.1 Factor used to normalize raw scores to the 0-10 scale
confidence_factor_weight 0.2 How much data confidence affects the final score
position_penalty_weight 0.2 Penalty applied for poor test positions
gap_penalty_threshold 12 Score gap (%) that triggers additional penalties
min_metrics_count 2 Minimum number of test metrics needed per test
limited_data_threshold 2 Number of tests below which data is considered limited
single_test_penalty 0.75 Score multiplier when only one test is available
critical_metric_penalty 0.7 Penalty for poor performance on critical safety metrics
critical_metric_threshold 70 Score below which a critical metric penalty applies
position_exponential_factor 1.2 Exponent used to amplify position-based scoring
position_exponential_threshold 0.9 Position percentile below which exponential scoring applies
gap_multiplier_critical 3 Multiplier for critical gap penalties
max_category_weight 2 Maximum weight any single category can have
max_score_limited_data 9.5 Score cap when data is limited
bayesian_prior_weight 1.5 Weight of the Bayesian prior in smoothing
bayesian_prior_score 7 Prior score used for Bayesian smoothing
evidence_test_multiplier 1.9 Multiplier for test evidence in confidence calculation
evidence_metric_divisor 3 Divisor for metric count in evidence calculation
evidence_review_divisor 10 Divisor for review count in evidence calculation
combined_penalty_floor 0.2
Data Sources
TestPublicationDateSizePositionMetrics
2020 ViBilagare SUV Tyre Test Vi Bilagare 2020 225/60 R18 8/8 8 metrics
1
Tests
8th
Average
8th
Best
8th
Worst
Latest Tyre Test Results
8th/8
High levels of comfort, the grip releases progressively with early warning
[Tested against on-road tyres]Generally a lower level of grip compared to on-road specific tyres, poor steering feedback.
Size Fuel Wet Noise
15 inch
235/75 R 15 109 T XL D C 72
235/75R15 109 T XL C C 72
16 inch
215/60 R 16 95 H C C 70
215/70 R 16 100 T D C 71
215/70 R 16 100 T D C 71
17 inch
225/60 R 17 103 H XL C C 72
265/70 R 17 115 T C C 72
265/65 R 17 112 H D C 72
235/65 R 17 108 H XL D C 72
225/50 R 17 94 V D C 71
18 inch
235/60 R 18 107 V XL C C 72
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Review Summary

Based on 21 user reviews

Most drivers rate the Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 highly for confident dry and wet grip, quiet/comfortable ride (especially when new), and solid light off-road ability, with several praising strong longevity. Snow performance is acceptable only in light/deep-ish fresh snow and generally not recommended for descents or compacted/icy conditions. A minority report increasing road noise and some harshness as the tyre wears or in very cold temps. Overall sentiment is positive, with durability, highway stability, and mixed-surface traction being standout strengths.

Strengths
  • Dry grip
  • Wet grip
  • Low noise/comfort (new)
  • Light off-road traction
  • High mileage/wear life
  • High-speed stability/handling confidence
Areas for Improvement
  • Weak performance on snow/ice (especially descents/compacted)
  • Road noise/harshness increases with wear or cold temperatures

Top 3 Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 Reviews

Given 72% while driving a Hyundai Santa Fe (235/60 R18) on mostly country roads for 15,000 easy going miles
Very good on dry and wet roads, safe on highway at high speed under the rain. They're good for few kms on gravel and safe on wet grass (AWD). I tested them on few kms on fresh snow and they climb reasonably with reduced incline (AWD). Not recommended on snow in descents.
April 7, 2024
Given 52% while driving a Peugeot 3008 (225/55 R18) on mostly town for 30,000 average miles
these were OEM tires came with my 2018 peugeot 3008 allure 1.6 blue hdie eat6. I have used them for 6 years for now. I had great handling and good braking performance on dry smooth roads even on high speeds but on the other hand they were really harsh and uncomfortable on rough roads even on low speed. They were NOT labelled as M+S. And I would not recommend these tires on snow as the handling is very poor on snow. Once I suddenly looped going with 30 miles straight on snowy highway while the other cars had no trouble going on the same road. So I stopped and pulled back. Luckily I didn't had an accident. Now I have purchased Continental premium contact7 for summer and I am going to buy new winter tires for the next winter.
February 17, 2024
Given 93% while driving a Dacia Duster 4x4 (215/65 R16) on mostly country roads for 25 average miles
Very good tires mostly for on road but not bad for off road as well!!!
May 2, 2024

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Latest Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 Reviews

Given 81% while driving a Nissan (255/60 R18) on mostly motorways for 50,000 average miles
I used that tire on my Nissan Navara around 80k kilometers(50k miles) it still have 4 milimeter deep treads on it. This set on 7th year and there are lots of micro cracks. I used them %95 on asphalt. It like their wet and brake performance. The noise is very low even at high speeds. I already ordered a new set same tires.
December 26, 2023
Given 73% while driving a Toyota RAV4 (235/55 R18) on mostly country roads for 12 average miles
The RAV4 Hybrid was originally fitted with Bridgestones H/L 422 Plus. These lasted 42,500 miles. As I am now driving off-road on a regular basis, often on a rocky surface, I was looking for a more aggressive tire. After 12,500 miles with the ContiCrossContact LX2 my experience is a positive one. I was expecting more noise, but actually they are more quiet than the Bridgestones. At higher speeds the car corners with more difficulty, but that is to be expected with the more aggressive tread and deeper sipes.
October 1, 2022
Given 78% while driving a Suzuki grand vitara (225/65 R17) on a combination of roads for 75,000 average miles
I used LX2 75.000 km. "%20 off-road %80 on-road." I will buy new tires again in 4 weeks. I think LX2 again.
March 24, 2022
Given 53% while driving a Dacia Duster 4x4 (205/60 R16) on mostly country roads for 15,000 average miles
One of the loudest road noise and hard ride tyres I have experienced. In mud, they are next to useless. For reference they are fitted to a Renault Duster 4x4
February 2, 2022
Given 74% while driving a Nissan Navara D23 2,3TDI 190HP (255/60 R18 H) on a combination of roads for 28,000 spirited miles
I use my truck for a combination of purposes: Towing my jet ski on sand/gravel/pebble beaches. Going to rough mountain roads and some off-roading there. I mostly go to where hiking trails start but can be challenging at times in Greece (see Rally Acropolis) Going skiing/mountaineering, again to the beginning of trails, to mountain refugees and the likes. I NEVER GOT STUCK! Driving in deep snow ~30cm at 40kph I had a mild understeer in a peculiar corner but that was it. Only once did I have to pull my jet-ski from further in at the beach because the trailer got buried in the sand and all fours spun out. The car alone had no issue though. I never got a puncture or tear on the sharp rocks of Greek mountains. Overall, an excellent tyre that I wish lasted a bit further from 40-45.000km
May 13, 2020
Given 89% while driving a Peugeot 3008 (225/45 R18) on a combination of roads for 29,500 average miles
I have a SUV - 3008 with grip control.
I live in the UK - temperate climate, hardly snows if ever - we get our fair share of rain....
I don't offroad. Mostly town and motorway.
I have these tyres as they came with the car.
I've listed the review as average driving style, but in truth the car does get pushed ( 'spirited')more often than that.
Coming up to 30K miles on these tyres. 3.2mm left on front 4.4 on rear.

I think its fair to say that in the UK 10 years ago, very very few people would have even known that winter tyres were an option, certainly my parents have never had them fit in there nearly 60 years each of driving.
Nowadays, especially with the german brigade failing miserly whenever there is the slightest sign of light frost, winter tyres seem to be 'the norm'.
These tyres are classed as mud and snow tyres by peugeot, on here they are classed as Premium Touring Summer tyres designed to be fitted to SUV and 4x4's.
I'm no tyre expert, but to me; the tread pattern looks like its designed for more than summer roads - and having driven these for 30k miles, i can say with confidence that these tyres are great.
Wet and dry handling, braking, confidence is brilliant - keeping in mind its an SUV.
Pushing it hard in roundabouts, its predictable, you just know...

I haven't encountered deep snow, i'd like to know if these are good in snow, but we just don't see any. However, for the UK, in sub 7 degree temps they perform like my wifes car which IS shod in winter rubber.

All I can say is that i wouldn't hesitate to buy these again (which won't be long for the front). Infact, i don't think i would consider a summer tyre of these. If you own a SUV in a climate similar to mine, then consider these.
December 1, 2019
Given 81% while driving a Peugeot 3008 (225/45 R17) on mostly motorways for 35,000 spirited miles
I got the Tyres factory fitted on the 2018 Peugeot 3008 1.8l engine. have used the tyres for a total of 36000 miles of which 25000 MIles are driven without any issue.I drive daily at around 77 Mph on the Highway daily for around 50 miles and 25 miles within city limits at an average of 35 Mph. I have driven around 80 miles on off road to avoid traffic through the life of these tyres. I have not rotated my tyres at all during the life of these tyres, However I have checked for Allignment every 6000 Miles without any issues reported.
After Diving for 25000 miles I faced the following Issues, 1) the road noise increased considerably 2) The vibrations on the back tyres have increased. 3) The thread on the tyres are down to 3-4 mm but the threadblocks are worn out unevenly on the back tyres at certain points which effects the added noise that I am experiencing.

Overall the tyres are excellent, They have fared well for the extreme temperature in UAE. You feel very confident while driving and breaking distance feedback on these tyres are excellent. My comments after having used the Bridgestone Turanza on myDodge Durango and the Pirelli Tyres on My Honda. You will not regret buying these tyres and I am already on the lookout for the replacement tyres as they are hard to find for the 225/55/18 variant in UAE.
November 19, 2019
Given 84% while driving a Nissan Navara D23 2,3TDI 190HP (255/60 R18 V) on a combination of roads for 28,500 spirited miles
After 30k+ miles (45k km) the tires had no tread left.
The ride is smooth and silky.
Very good traction in sand, pebbles, gravel, dirt and mud.
Above 40km/h on 20-30cm deep snow, some under steering appears even with locked 4x4. By comparison, my snow tyres on FWD are stable at over 60km/h.
Overall very good tyre that I would gladly wear again.
September 11, 2019
Given 89% while driving a Peugeot 5008 (225/45 R17) on mostly motorways for 0 average miles
Very good handling on dry and wet roads, with real capabilties on light snow (but encountered some trouble climbing a hill with more than 5 cm of fresh snow). Good resistance: 40.000 km and still ok
September 10, 2019
Given 94% while driving a Nissan Qashqai (215/60 R17 H) on a combination of roads for 2,000 spirited miles
I bought them recently and went with them about 2000 km. The impressions are excellent, quiet and comfortable, excellent in wet and very good in dry condition.
Before them I used GY EfficientGripSUV for 40000 km in 4 years, which were excellent in the dry but worse in the wet and desperate in gravel road.
All recommendations for Conticross lx2.
May 20, 2019
Given 81% while driving a Nissan 2016 navara np300 (255/60 R18 V) on a combination of roads for 26,000 average miles
Cant really comment on dynamics other than the navara feels secure on road the most impressive is how well they last, 26000 miles on pick up truck and still a bit to go,thats impressive
February 26, 2019
Given 76% while driving a GMC Envoy (265/65 R17 H) on mostly motorways for 10,000 average miles
Over all i have positive experience with this tyre ...i liked its performance on light off-roading.. good road performance
My main complain is that it is noisy on our roads here in Middle East..
November 24, 2018
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