Continental 03457670000 VikingContact 8 245/50R19 105T XL Winter Tire

The Continental VikingContact 8 is a premium studless ice and snow winter tire engineered for passenger cars, crossovers, SUVs, and light trucks — including hybrid and electric vehicles. Designed to tackle the full spectrum of winter conditions, this tire delivers confident performance on snow, ice, slush, and cold wet pavement.

PolarPlus+ Technology sits at the heart of the VikingContact 8's performance. This next-generation Nordic tread compound keeps the rubber flexible in extreme cold temperatures, enhancing grip, braking response, and overall winter handling. The compound's low-deformation design also reduces energy loss and rolling resistance, supporting better fuel economy and extended EV battery range.

Key Features:

• Three-Layer Sipe Technology: Multi-layered sipes in the shoulder area provide biting edges that adapt to snow, ice, and wet surfaces for consistent traction in changing conditions
• 3D Sipes & Snow-Edge Shoulders: Advanced sipe geometry combined with snow-edge shoulders maximizes grip and stability during cornering, braking, and acceleration
• Optimized Groove Network: A sophisticated channel design efficiently evacuates water and slush from the contact patch, reducing the risk of hydroplaning
• Low Rolling Resistance: Next-generation Nordic compound minimizes tire deformation and energy loss for improved efficiency — ideal for EVs and hybrids
• Superior Noise Performance: Enhanced tread block pattern optimizes the interaction between the tire footprint and lateral grooves for a quieter, more comfortable ride
• 3PMSF & Ice Grip Certified: Carries both the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake symbol and the Ice Grip symbol, meeting severe winter service requirements set by USTMA and TRAC
• EV-Compatible Construction: Engineered with electric and hybrid vehicle demands in mind, including load-bearing capacity and rolling efficiency

This size — 245/50R19 105T XL — features an Extra Load (XL) rating with a load index of 105 (1,653 lbs per tire) and a T speed rating. The black sidewall finish and 4-ply construction make it a versatile choice for modern SUVs and crossovers. Continental recommends installing VikingContact 8 tires in sets of four for optimal balance and safety.