Continental 03457900000 VikingContact 8 225/55R17 101H XL Winter Tire

The Continental VikingContact 8 is a premium studless ice and snow winter tire engineered for drivers of passenger cars, SUVs, crossovers, coupes, and minivans — including electric and hybrid vehicles. Built with Continental's next-generation PolarPlus+ Technology, the specialized Nordic tread compound stays flexible in extreme cold to deliver confident grip, shorter braking distances, and reduced rolling resistance for energy-efficient winter performance.

Key Features:

• PolarPlus+ Nordic Compound: Remains pliable in freezing temperatures to maintain traction on snow, slush, ice, and wet roads
• Three-Layer Sipe Design: Creates additional biting edges that shorten braking distances and improve stopping performance in harsh winter conditions
• Advanced Groove Network: Directional tread channels water and slush away from the contact patch, significantly reducing hydroplaning risk
• Optimized Void Ratio: Keeps a high volume of rubber in contact with the road for stable, confident tracking and high-speed control
• Symmetric Tread Design: Enhances steering responsiveness, driving stability, and cornering power via shoulder block placement
• Low Rolling Resistance: Reduces energy consumption — a key advantage for electric and hybrid vehicle owners seeking to maximize range
• Superior Noise Performance: Optimized pattern design for a quiet, comfortable winter ride
• Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) Rated: Meets required performance criteria for severe snow conditions
• Ice Grip Symbol Rated: Meets required performance criteria for winter tire grip in icy conditions
• M+S Rated: Mud and Snow designation for all-condition winter use
• EV Compatible: Designed for use on conventional, electric, and hybrid passenger vehicles

The Continental VikingContact 8 in size 225/55R17 101H XL (MPN: 03457900000) features a black sidewall (BSW), Extra Load (XL) rating, and a 10/32" tread depth. With an overall diameter of 26.7" and a load capacity of 1,653 lbs per tire, this tire delivers the premium winter safety performance Continental is globally renowned for.