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Continental EcoContact 7 225/50R17XL 98W
Continental EcoContact 7 225/50R17 98W XL Overview
The Continental EcoContact 7 225/50R17 is a performance passenger tire with extra-load (XL) construction. With a load index of 98, each tire carries up to 1,653 lbs, and its W speed rating is good for 168 mph. This version carries the Mercedes-Benz (MO) original-equipment marking. UTQG rating: 320 treadwear, A traction, A temperature.
Performance tires are engineered for precise steering, high grip and short stopping distances in warm, dry and wet conditions. They are not intended for snow or ice. Shopping for 17-inch wheels too? Our wheel and tire packages include free mounting and Road Force balancing.
Reading the sidewall: 225/50R17 98W
- 225Width (mm)
- 50Aspect ratio (%)
- RRadial
- 17Rim (in)
- 98Load index
1,653 lbs - WSpeed
168 mph
Specifications
- Brand
- Continental
- Model
- EcoContact 7
- Tire Size
- 225/50R17
- Tire Type
- Performance
- Season
- Summer
- Category
- Passenger
- Section Width
- 225 mm
- Aspect Ratio
- 50
- Overall Diameter
- 25.86"
- Rim Diameter
- 17"
- Construction
- Radial
- Service Type
- Euro-Metric
- Load Index
- 98 (1,653 lbs)
- Speed Rating
- W (168 mph)
- Load Range
- XL (Extra Load)
- Sidewall
- Black Sidewall
- UTQG
- 320 A A
- Max Load
- 1,653 lbs @ 51 psi
- Max Inflation
- 51 psi
- Tread Depth
- 8/32"
- OE Marking
- Mercedes-Benz (MO)
- Tire Weight
- 20.36 lb
- Part Number
- 03137780000
- UPC
- 00051342253869
EcoContact 7 225/50R17 FAQ
What does 98W mean on the Continental EcoContact 7 225/50R17?
98 is the load index, meaning each tire can carry up to 1,653 lbs (6,612 lbs for a set of four). W is the speed rating, rated for 168 mph. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.
Will the 225/50R17 EcoContact 7 fit my vehicle?
Compare 225/50R17 to the size printed on your current tires or the placard inside the driver's door jamb. You can also use the Verify Fitment tool on this page, or call our tire experts at 1-800-814-8423 and we will confirm fitment for you.
Is the Continental EcoContact 7 225/50R17 an extra load (XL) tire?
Yes. It is an XL (extra load) tire, built to carry more weight than a standard-load tire of the same size when inflated to the correct pressure.
How fast do you ship Continental tires?
In-stock tires ship in 1-2 business days with free shipping within the USA.
Is the Continental EcoContact 7 good in snow?
No. It is a summer tire and is not intended for snow, ice or near-freezing temperatures.
