Continental VikingContact 8

The new Continental VikingContact 8 winter tire offers exceptional safety in demanding winter conditions. Its advanced tread design with directional pattern and symmetrical grooves quickly evacuates water and slush, while innovative 3-layer sipes and gripping block edges deliver impressive traction on snow and ice. A new flexible compound retains grip even in very low temperatures. These features combine to reduce rolling resistance, increasing fuel efficiency for conventional vehicles and offering extended range for electric cars. Finally, the VikingContact 8 is designed for a quieter ride, enhancing driver comfort.

The Continental VikingContact 8 has been in 2 tests with an average result of 2nd.

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First On Market	January 2022
Wheel Size	15 - 22"
Width	175 - 315mm
Profile	35 - 70

Rolling Resistance	A - C
Wet Grip	D - D
Noise (dB)	68 - 72
Winter Rating	3PMSF Rated & Ice Rated

The VikingContact 8 is unranked of 67 Winter Premium Touring tires.

This tire replaced the Continental VikingContact 7.

In Depth Tire Comparisons

Tests Included

Best Result

1st

Worst Result

2nd

Average Result

2nd

Latest Tire Test Results

2024 Nordic Friction Winter Tire Test

2nd of 8 tires

The Continental VikingContact 8, newly released with EV certification, secured second place. This updated model improved upon its predecessor's already strong reputation with better stability on tarmac, likely designed with heavier electric vehicles in mind. While ice grip remained good, particularly in terms of handling at the limit, it wasn't quite class-leading. Its main weakness was poor resistance to aquaplaning, but strong performance across other areas and excellent noise levels kept it near the top.

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The Best Studded / Friction Winter Tires for 2024

1st of 17 tires

The Continental ContiVikingContact 8 emerged as the overall winner of the test. This Nordic non-studded tire successfully maintained the excellent ice and snow performance of its predecessor while significantly improving wet performance, particularly in aquaplaning resistance. It increased the top speed before aquaplaning by 5 km/h compared to the CVC 7, addressing a common weakness in Nordic non-studded tires. The CVC 8 also excelled in rolling resistance, being the most fuel-efficient tire in the test. It provided a good balance of comfort and stability on the road, representing a well-executed evolution that maintains strengths and addresses previous weaknesses.

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2024 Tire Tests

1st The Best Studded / Friction Winter Tires for 2024 (225/50 R17)
2nd 2024 Nordic Friction Winter Tire Test (225/45 R17)

Dunlop Winter Response 2 - 92%

Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 - 90%

Michelin Primacy Alpin PA3 - 90%

Nexen Winguard Snow G3 - 89%

Nokian Hakkapeliitta 8 - 88%

Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2 - 88%

Size	Fuel	Wet	Noise
15 inch
185/65 R 15 92 H XL	B	D	68
195/65 R 15 95 T XL	B	D	69
16 inch
205/60 R 16 96 T XL	B	D	69
215/60 R 16 99 T XL	B	D	69
205/60 R 16 96 T XL	B	D	69
205/60 R 16 96 T XL	B	D	69
205/60 R 16 96 T XL	B	D	69
205/55 R 16 94 T XL	B	D	69
17 inch
265/65 R 17 116 T XL	B	D	70
265/70 R 17 116 T XL	A	D	70
235/65 R 17 108 T XL	A	D	69
225/60 R 17 103 H XL	B	D	69
215/55 R 17 98 T XL	C	D	69
225/50 R 17 98 T XL	C	D	69
215/45 R 17 91 H XL	B	D	69
205/50 R 17 93 H XL	B	D	69
215/55 R 17 98 T XL	C	D	69
225/50 R 17 98 T XL	B	D	69
215/55 R 17 98 T XL	B	D	69
18 inch
235/60 R 18 107 H XL	B	D	69
245/45 R 18 100 T XL	B	D	69
245/40 R 18 97 T XL	B	D	69
225/40 R 18 92 T XL	B	D	69
19 inch
235/35 R 19 91 T XL	B	D	69
20 inch
255/45 R 20 105 T XL	A	D	70
275/55 R 20 117 H XL	A	D	70
245/35 R 20 95 T XL	B	D	69
245/35 R 20 95 T XL	B	D	69
255/45 R 20 105 T XL	B	D	70

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