{"id":3538,"date":"2023-07-22T09:52:23","date_gmt":"2023-07-22T09:52:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/?p=3538"},"modified":"2023-11-15T03:05:00","modified_gmt":"2023-11-15T03:05:00","slug":"continental-crosscontact-lx25-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/continental-crosscontact-lx25-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Continental CrossContact LX25 Reviews: 2024 Tire Test Result"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Continental is known as the fourth largest tire manufacturer, whose tires excel in both dry and wet conditions with great stability at high speeds, especially its all-season lineup. A case in point is the Continental CrossContact LX25. This is a touring all-season product crafted to provide above-average performance in all kinds of weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The review below contains everything you need to know about this tire, based on our recent COR Wheels test. Our experience with it across diverse scenarios provides a detailed overview of its performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h6>In this article:<\/h6><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#continental-cross-contact-lx-25-specifications-features\">Specifications &amp; Features<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#continental-cross-contact-lx-25-review-performance-test-results\">Review &amp; Performance Test Results<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#dry-performance-9-1-10\">Dry Performance: 9.1\/10<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#wet-performance-9-10\">Wet Performance: 9\/10<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#winter-and-snow-performance-8-2-10\">Winter and Snow Performance: 8.2\/10<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#comfort-8-8-10\">Comfort: 8.8\/10<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#treadwear-and-durability-9-10\">Treadwear and Durability: 9\/10<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#6-cross-contact-lx-25-test-result-highlights\">Test Result Highlights<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#cross-contact-lx-25-pros-and-cons\">Pros and Cons<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#cross-contact-lx-25-competitors-alternatives\">Competitors &amp; Alternatives<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"continental-cross-contact-lx-25-specifications-features\"><strong>Continental CrossContact LX25 Specifications &amp; Features<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-0ac269a9\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-c6168ec9\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c6168ec9\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25.png\" alt=\"Continental CrossContact LX25\" class=\"wp-image-3706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25.png 300w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25-225x300.png 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Continental CrossContact LX25<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-88988bb5\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-88988bb5\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\" style=\"font-size:17px\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Tire Type<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-all-season-tires-for-suvs\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5226\">Crossover\/SUV Touring All-Season<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Tire Size<\/strong><\/td><td>16&#8243; &#8211; 22&#8243;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Weight<\/strong><\/td><td>24.0 LBS &#8211; 43.0 LBS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Load Index<\/strong><\/td><td>95 &#8211; 114<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Load Range<\/strong><\/td><td>SL &#8211; XL<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Speed Rating<\/strong><\/td><td>&#8211; H: up to 130 mph<br>&#8211; V: up to 149 mph<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Warranty<\/strong><\/td><td>65,000 &#8211; 70,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Ratings<\/strong><\/td><td>8.8\/10<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"cta-button\"><div class=\"dropdown\"><button class=\"dropbtn\">Check Price<span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"arrow_carrot-right_alt2\"><svg  width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"bi bi-caret-down-fill\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M7.247 11.14 2.451 5.658C1.885 5.013 2.345 4 3.204 4h9.592a1 1 0 0 1 .753 1.659l-4.796 5.48a1 1 0 0 1-1.506 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><div id=\"myDropdown\" class=\"dropdown-content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tkqlhce.com\/click-100927907-11554884?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tirerack.com%2Ftires%2Fcontinental-crosscontact-lx25\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Tire-Rack-Logo.png\" alt=\"TireRack\" width=\"100\" height=\"auto\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8400\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dpbolvw.net\/click-100927907-13653420?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.discounttire.com%2Fbuy-tires%2Fcontinental-cross-contact-lx-25\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Discount-Tire-Logo.png\" alt=\"DiscountTire\" width=\"100\" height=\"auto\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8403\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/48cAXRH\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Amazon-Logo.png\" alt=\"Amazon\" width=\"95\" height=\"auto\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8403\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kqzyfj.com\/click-100927907-14487017?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsimpletire.com%2Fbrands%2Fcontinental-tires%2Fcrosscontact-lx25\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Simple-Tire-logo.png\" alt=\"SimpleTire\" width=\"110\" height=\"auto\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8406\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/click-100927907-13663462?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.prioritytire.com%2Fby-brand%2Fcontinental%2Fcrosscontact-lx25-tires%2F\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Priority-Tire-logo.png\" alt=\"PriorityTire\" width=\"110\" height=\"auto\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-5628\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/deeplink?id=T6PC7M8S9*E&amp;mid=36808&amp;murl=https:\/\/www.tirebuyer.com\/tires\/continental\/cross-contact-lx25\/p\/style\/809546\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Tirebuyer-Logo.png\" alt=\"TireBuyer\" width=\"110\" height=\"auto\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2800\" \/><\/a><\/button><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>What first catches our attention is the extensive range of wheel sizes it caters to. With the smallest size being 215\/70R16 and the largest being 285\/45R22, this line ensures a fitting option for most vehicle models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tires also offer load index ranging from <strong>95 to 114<\/strong>. Its speed ratings range from T to V. This means those tires are meant for both everyday driving and more performance-oriented driving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The design of the tire is also worth mentioning. In addition to a symmetrical tread pattern, it also includes features such as circumferential grooves, diagonal and lateral sipes, and traction grooves. Such grooves can help water escape from the tire&#8217;s footprint and reduce slipperiness on snowy and wet roads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The internal structure of the tire is also built for durability. It has a polyester cord body and polyamide reinforcement aimed at improving high-speed stability and steering control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tire incorporates what is known as <a href=\"https:\/\/continentaltire.com\/learn\/continental-presents-two-tire-technology-concepts-greater-safety-and-comfort\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Comfort Ride Technology<\/a> in its construction. This is intended to dampen vibrations and shocks that can occur when traversing uneven roads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The system works by absorbing these disturbances within the tire before they can be transferred to the vehicle\u2019s suspension or body. It&#8217;s an aspect that sounds appealing, and we&#8217;re intrigued to see how much of a difference it can actually make.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The CrossContact LX25 also features EcoPlus Technology &#8211; a fuel-saving feature that Continental employs in its high-end tire lines. The goal here is to enhance the tire&#8217;s efficiency and longevity, which in turn could reduce fuel consumption and extend the tire&#8217;s life cycle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This technology includes two key elements: Plus Silane and <a href=\"https:\/\/omnexus.specialchem.com\/polymer-properties\/properties\/glass-transition-temperature\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tg-OF Polymers<\/a>. They are designed to reduce slipperiness and increase stability, particularly on wet or snowy surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"continental-cross-contact-lx-25-review-performance-test-results\"><strong>Continental CrossContact LX25 Review &amp; Performance Test Results<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/2023-cor-wheels-tire-test\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/2023-cor-wheels-tire-test\/\">2023 COR Wheels Tire Test<\/a>, we utilized a <strong>2022 Honda Odyssey<\/strong> outfitted with a set of <strong>235\/60R18 tires<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To get a thorough and balanced assessment, we tested it under an array of conditions. This range from clear, dry roads to rain-soaked highways and even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-winter-snow-tires\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5518\">snowy winter paths<\/a> (in January). And here are our findings.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>[visualizer id=&#8221;3570&#8243; lazy=&#8221;no&#8221; class=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dry-performance-9-1-10\"><strong>Dry Performance: 9.1\/10<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>[visualizer id=&#8221;3572&#8243; lazy=&#8221;no&#8221; class=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dry Traction: 9.3\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>We navigated a stretch of highway in the heat of summer. During that time, we immediately noticed the impressive dry traction of the CrossContact LX25.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A palpable sense of control and stability pervaded our drive, even as the speedometer ticked upwards. The tires clung to the pavement with a reassuring grip, adding an extra layer of confidence to our journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even when we accelerated to <strong>55 MPH<\/strong> quickly, there was no noticeable traction loss, prompting us to give it a solid 9.3 out of 10 in this category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, it wasn&#8217;t all smooth sailing. There were moments when we decided to push the boundaries, executing tight turns at <strong>75+ MPH<\/strong>. Here, we noticed a slight slippage, a common trait among many high-performance tires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"574\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25-dry-test-1024x574.jpg\" alt=\"Continental CrossContact LX25 dry test\" class=\"wp-image-3702\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25-dry-test-1024x574.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25-dry-test-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25-dry-test-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25-dry-test.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Continental CrossContact LX25 dry test<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Corner Stability: 9\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The tire truly displayed its prowess on a series of serpentine hillside roads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Traversing through sharp bends and winding stretches, the tire maintained an impressive degree of stability. Each corner was met with a robust grip, ensuring our vehicle adhered to the intended path with precision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, as we took on an ambitious hairpin bend at a somewhat <strong>60 MPH<\/strong>, there was a marginal wheel slip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Steering Response: 9\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Going through the labyrinth of narrow lanes, tight corners, and sudden obstacles, the LX25 rewarded us with effortless maneuverability. The tire&#8217;s responsiveness was on full display when we had to make a swift steering adjustment to bypass an unforeseen pothole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The response from the LX25 was immediate and accurate, maintaining our vehicle&#8217;s stability and ensuring a safe drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yet, we must note that the steering response, while excellent overall, might not satisfy those seeking the ultra-crisp feedback of a high-performance tire. It felt a tad overactive, demanding minor adjustments to our inputs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"wet-performance-9-10\"><strong>Wet Performance: 9\/10<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>[visualizer id=&#8221;3574&#8243; lazy=&#8221;no&#8221; class=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wet Traction: 9\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Continental CrossContact LX25 demonstrates excellent capabilities when navigating <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-tires-for-rain\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3026\">wet conditions<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As we drove the vehicle around the track, we observed that the tire displayed a significant cornering grip. It was certainly more than we have seen from comparable products in its class. This provided a sense of confidence, enabling us to maintain speed on corner entry and regain throttle control swiftly at the exit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite a slight decrease in traction when compared to dry conditions, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-ultra-high-performance-all-season-tires\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3873\">tire&#8217;s performance<\/a> was impressive. It gave us an assertive response and balanced power distribution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, it should be noted that the braking strength could seem less robust than the tire&#8217;s objective figures may suggest, especially when pushing it to its limit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"574\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25-wet-test-1024x574.jpg\" alt=\"Continental CrossContact LX25 wet test\" class=\"wp-image-3703\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25-wet-test-1024x574.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25-wet-test-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25-wet-test-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25-wet-test.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Continental CrossContact LX25 wet test<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hydroplaning Resistance: 8.9\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Even under heavy rainfall in Florida, the tire maintained stability and displayed exceptional grip, instilling a sense of security and control. No hydroplaning was detected when we were cutting through <strong>2-3 inches of water<\/strong>. But deeper and larger puddles did give us a sense of floating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, under such extreme conditions, it should be noted that some amount of spray was ejected onto the car&#8217;s fender &#8211; an event that can be managed with experience and attentiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under emergency braking situations, we also found the stopping distance to be slightly longer than what we&#8217;ve seen with some other tires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"winter-and-snow-performance-8-2-10\"><strong>Winter and Snow Performance: 8.2\/10<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>[visualizer id=&#8221;3576&#8243; lazy=&#8221;no&#8221; class=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Light Snow Traction: 8.7\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>We put this tire to the test on a winter&#8217;s day through a lightly blanketed suburb. Cruising through <strong>6 inches to 10 inches<\/strong> of snow, the tires gripped the road with conviction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tire&#8217;s advanced tread pattern allows it to dig into the snow efficiently. The car responded predictably to steering, and we didn&#8217;t encounter any unexpected slips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Still, on a few occasions, we observed slight traction loss as the snow became more compact under our tires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"573\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25-winter-test-1024x573.jpg\" alt=\"Continental CrossContact LX25 winter test\" class=\"wp-image-3704\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25-winter-test-1024x573.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25-winter-test-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25-winter-test-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Continental-CrossContact-LX25-winter-test.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Continental CrossContact LX25 winter test<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Deep Snow Traction: 8.2\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>It was obvious that as the snow became deeper, say, from 12 inches onwards, the performance declined drastically. In a snow-laden parking lot after a heavy snowfall, we noticed a hint of hesitancy and instability as the snow level reached the underside of the vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, the tires managed to get us through below-12-inch snow blankets. But the drive wasn&#8217;t as effortless or comfortable as it would have been with a dedicated winter option like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/continental-vikingcontact-7-review\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"6198\">Continental VikingContact<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ice Traction: 7.8\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Ice traction, a challenging aspect for any all-season tire, was a bit of a mixed bag with the CrossContact LX25. Driving in icy conditions with these tires was manageable (at a snail\u2019s pace of <strong>15-20 MPH<\/strong>) but not exceptional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a noticeable decrease in grip and stability, we had to adjust our driving style and slow down considerably to ensure a safe drive, especially on hardly packed, many-days-old ice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"comfort-8-8-10\"><strong>Comfort: 8.8\/10<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>[visualizer id=&#8221;3578&#8243; lazy=&#8221;no&#8221; class=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ride Quality: 9\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Continental&#8217;s Comfort Ride Technology has indeed done a fine job. From the moment we set off in our test vehicle, we could feel the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The car seemed to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-tires-for-comfort-and-noise\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5519\">glide smoothly<\/a> over the road surface, regardless of its condition. It delivers an exceptionally plush ride that absorbs road bumps with little to no harshness within the cabin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Noise: 8.7\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>While the noise levels are impressively low, it&#8217;s not the quietest tire we&#8217;ve ever tested. We observed that as the tires wore, the noise increased slightly, becoming more noticeable over time. It became a tad more prominent when driving over coarse or rough road textures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"treadwear-and-durability-9-10\"><strong>Treadwear and Durability: 9\/10<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We are confident in the tire&#8217;s durability. Our 10-day test, although a relatively short period, showed no significant wear. It affirmed what we had researched and heard from user feedback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The impressive tread life seems to be a result of the tire&#8217;s internal structure. The two steel belts wrapped in a polyester cord body can enhance overall durability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our immediate impression, even before we hit the road for tests, was that the tires looked sturdy and capable of enduring long-term wear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Continental also offers warranty coverage of <strong>70,000-mile treadwear<\/strong> for the H and T speed rating and <strong>65,000 miles<\/strong> for the V speed rating. You simply have no reason to worry about the longevity of this tire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-cross-contact-lx-25-test-result-highlights\"><strong>6. <strong>CrossContact LX25<\/strong> Test Result Highlights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-all-season-truck-tires\/\">2023 All Season Truck Tires Test<\/a>: <strong>Ranked 1st out of 10 tires<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-truck-tires\/\">2023 Truck\/Light-Truck Tires Test<\/a>: <strong>Ranked 2nd out of 10 tires<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-tires-for-rain\/\">2023 Tires For Rain (Wet) Test<\/a>: <strong>Ranked 4th out of 10 tires<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-tires-for-comfort-and-noise\/\">2023 Comfort And Noise Tires Test<\/a>: <strong>Ranked 4th out of 10 tires<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-all-season-tires\/\">2023 All Season Tires Test<\/a>: <strong>Ranked 4th out of 10 tires<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Top All Season Tires Choice for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-tires-for-jeep-grand-cherokee\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"7700\">Jeep Grand Cherokee<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-tires-for-subaru-forester\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"7874\">Subaru Forester<\/a>&#8230;<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cross-contact-lx-25-pros-and-cons\"><strong>CrossContact LX25 Pros and Cons<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2e0ad93c\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-0c4c2cfa\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-9892f6bb\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9892f6bb\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-07f3310c\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-5ebb3e5e gb-headline-text\"><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5fc41834\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-a4fcd89a\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" height=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M438.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L160 338.7 393.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Reliable traction and stable handling across a range of conditions<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-7ea72154\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" height=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M438.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L160 338.7 393.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Good ride comfort<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-709101f9\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" height=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M438.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L160 338.7 393.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">The advanced design promotes fuel efficiency<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-1d3deb44\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" height=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M438.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L160 338.7 393.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Offers some light snow traction<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-0dc7e985\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" height=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M438.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L160 338.7 393.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Slightly cheaper than other premium competitors<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-8824e880\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8824e880\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5e1eefab\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0af848a6\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-1c8f49fd gb-headline-text\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4637398c\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-abd8bbd0\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\" height=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M376.6 84.5c11.3-13.6 9.5-33.8-4.1-45.1s-33.8-9.5-45.1 4.1L192 206 56.6 43.5C45.3 29.9 25.1 28.1 11.5 39.4S-3.9 70.9 7.4 84.5L150.3 256 7.4 427.5c-11.3 13.6-9.5 33.8 4.1 45.1s33.8 9.5 45.1-4.1L192 306 327.4 468.5c11.3 13.6 31.5 15.4 45.1 4.1s15.4-31.5 4.1-45.1L233.7 256 376.6 84.5z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Not the best choice for heavy snow or off-road<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2500514f\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\" height=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M376.6 84.5c11.3-13.6 9.5-33.8-4.1-45.1s-33.8-9.5-45.1 4.1L192 206 56.6 43.5C45.3 29.9 25.1 28.1 11.5 39.4S-3.9 70.9 7.4 84.5L150.3 256 7.4 427.5c-11.3 13.6-9.5 33.8 4.1 45.1s33.8 9.5 45.1-4.1L192 306 327.4 468.5c11.3 13.6 31.5 15.4 45.1 4.1s15.4-31.5 4.1-45.1L233.7 256 376.6 84.5z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">The thumping sounds over larger potholes<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-3ecfbc3f\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\" height=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M376.6 84.5c11.3-13.6 9.5-33.8-4.1-45.1s-33.8-9.5-45.1 4.1L192 206 56.6 43.5C45.3 29.9 25.1 28.1 11.5 39.4S-3.9 70.9 7.4 84.5L150.3 256 7.4 427.5c-11.3 13.6-9.5 33.8 4.1 45.1s33.8 9.5 45.1-4.1L192 306 327.4 468.5c11.3 13.6 31.5 15.4 45.1 4.1s15.4-31.5 4.1-45.1L233.7 256 376.6 84.5z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Somewhat slippery at hard corners<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cross-contact-lx-25-competitors-alternatives\">CrossContact LX25 <strong>Competitors &amp; Alternatives<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Continental CrossContact LX25 shares the market with some strong competitors. Two of them are the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/bridgestone-alenza-as-ultra-review\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4164\">Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra<\/a><\/strong> and the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/michelin-crossclimate2-review\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/michelin-crossclimate2-review\/\">Michelin CrossClimate2<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Michelin tire is highly respected due to its impressive on-road characteristics. With responsive steering and short braking distances in all conditions, its performance was undeniably excellent, but we noticed it fell short for winter traction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Notably, though, the <strong>Michelin CrossClimate2<\/strong> proved to be quieter than the LX25, particularly at high speeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, the performance balance of the <strong>Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra<\/strong> was impressive as it offers a smooth ride and competent wet traction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In terms of ride comfort, it slightly surpassed our LX25. The Alenza AS Ultra also exhibits slightly more noticeable low- to medium-volume tread noise. But when it came to snow performance, the LX25 also showed superiority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The CrossContact LX25 is a high-performing tire for daily commutes and urban environments. Dry traction is where these Continental tires shine brightest, making them a top contender for those who reside in areas with milder winters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While it may not be the absolute best in all categories, it holds its ground firmly in several key areas. These attributes often outclass even those offered by high-end tires like Michelin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a price range lower than those of the Alenza AS Ultra and the Michelin CrossClimate2, the CrossContact LX25 delivers good value for money. Remember that it even did a better job in snow conditions than its pricier competitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, from our Continental CrossContact LX25 tire review, we can see that for those who frequently traverse icy and heavily snow-covered roads, this tire might not be the optimal choice. For such conditions, exploring other tire alternatives that excel in severe winter conditions would be a wise move.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Continental is known as the fourth largest tire manufacturer, whose tires excel in both dry and wet conditions with great stability at high speeds, especially &#8230; <a title=\"Continental CrossContact LX25 Reviews: 2024 Tire Test Result\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/continental-crosscontact-lx25-review\/\" aria-label=\"More on Continental CrossContact LX25 Reviews: 2024 Tire Test Result\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":3705,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[34],"tags":[21],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3538"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3538"}],"version-history":[{"count":15,"href":"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3538\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9686,"href":"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3538\/revisions\/9686"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3705"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3538"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3538"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3538"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}