Continental SportContact 7 225/45R18XL Load Range EL
- 225/45R18
- 95Y
- XL Extra Load
- Performance
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Continental SportContact 7 225/45R18XL Load Range EL
Continental SportContact 7 225/45R18XL Load Range EL
Continental SportContact 7 225/45R18 95Y XL Overview
The Continental SportContact 7 225/45R18 is a performance passenger tire with extra-load (XL) construction. With a load index of 95, each tire carries up to 1,521 lbs, and its Y speed rating is good for 186 mph. This version carries the BMW (*) original-equipment marking.
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 18-inch wheels too? Our wheel and tire packages include free mounting and Road Force balancing.
Reading the sidewall: 225/45R18 95Y
- 225Width (mm)
- 45Aspect ratio (%)
- RRadial
- 18Rim (in)
- 95Load index
1,521 lbs - YSpeed
186 mph
Specifications
- Brand
- Continental
- Model
- SportContact 7
- Tire Size
- 225/45R18
- Tire Type
- Performance
- Season
- Summer
- Category
- Passenger
- Section Width
- 225 mm
- Aspect Ratio
- 45
- Rim Diameter
- 18"
- Construction
- Radial
- Service Type
- Euro-Metric
- Load Index
- 95 (1,521 lbs)
- Speed Rating
- Y (186 mph)
- Load Range
- XL (Extra Load)
- OE Marking
- BMW (*)
- Tire Weight
- 23.09 lb
- Part Number
- 03143590000
- UPC
- 00051342259595
SportContact 7 225/45R18 FAQ
What does 95Y mean on the Continental SportContact 7 225/45R18?
95 is the load index, meaning each tire can carry up to 1,521 lbs (6,084 lbs for a set of four). Y is the speed rating, rated for 186 mph. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.
Will the 225/45R18 SportContact 7 fit my vehicle?
Compare 225/45R18 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 SportContact 7 225/45R18 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 SportContact 7 good in snow?
No. It is a summer tire and is not intended for snow, ice or near-freezing temperatures.