Continental 265/45 R21 108H PremiumContact 6 AO ContiSilent * 2024

Continental PremiumContact 6 AO ContiSilent 265/45 R21 108H is a premium summer tyre developed for SUVs and passenger vehicles requiring a combination of wet-road braking, ride comfort and reduced road noise. This specification uses a 265 mm section width, 45-series profile and 21-inch rim diameter, with a 108 load index and H speed rating. The AO marking identifies Audi original-equipment approval, while XL construction provides the additional load capacity required for this specification.

About Continental PremiumContact 6 AO ContiSilent 265/45 R21 108H

Wet-Road Performance

The PremiumContact 6 uses Continental's Safety Silica Compound and tread design to provide controlled grip on wet roads. The exact AO ContiSilent specification carries an A wet-grip rating, indicating strong wet-road braking performance.

Wet Braking

The A wet-grip classification places this specification in the highest EU wet-grip category. The tyre's tread and compound are designed to maintain effective road contact during wet braking and everyday rainy-road driving.

Dry-Road Handling

The enhanced contact surface and Macroblock tread technology are designed to provide stable handling and controlled cornering on dry roads. The 265 mm footprint and reinforced XL construction also support directional stability for SUV applications.

Ride Comfort and Noise

Comfort is a key characteristic of the PremiumContact 6. The ContiSilent version incorporates Continental's acoustic foam technology inside the tyre to reduce noise transmitted into the vehicle cabin. The exact specification has an external rolling-noise value of 73 dB and noise class B.

Rolling Resistance

The documented EU label gives this exact 265/45 R21 108H AO ContiSilent specification a B rolling-resistance rating. This provides a balance between fuel efficiency and the performance characteristics expected from a premium summer SUV tyre.

Summer Road Use

This is a summer tyre designed for warm-weather road use. It is intended for dry and wet paved roads and does not carry an M+S or 3PMSF winter-service designation.

Load Capacity

The 108 load index corresponds to a maximum load of 1,000 kg per tyre. The XL construction is designed for the higher load requirements of larger passenger cars and SUVs.

H Speed Rating

The H speed rating indicates a maximum rated speed of 210 km/h under the applicable testing conditions. This provides suitable high-speed capability for the intended premium SUV and passenger-car applications.

Vehicle Compatibility

The AO marking identifies Audi original-equipment approval. The exact 265/45 R21 108H XL FR PremiumContact 6 AO ContiSilent specification is documented in Continental's product data. Vehicle-specific compatibility should always be checked against the manufacturer's approved tyre size and axle requirements.