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Continental Control Contact Sport SRS+
Choose the Continental ControlContact Sport SRS+ 235/50R18 97W SL BSW, an exclusive premium ultra-high performance all-season tire built for sport sedans, touring coupes, and responsive daily drivers that need crisp steering response, wet-road confidence, light-snow capability, and refined everyday comfort. This 235/50R18 Continental ControlContact Sport SRS+ is a popular fitment for select Ford Mustang, Honda Accord, Chevrolet Malibu, Lincoln MKZ, Toyota Avalon, and Nissan Maxima models, plus similar vehicles using 18-inch wheels.
Why choose the Continental ControlContact Sport SRS+ in 235/50R18?
Built for standard-load sport sedan, coupe, and touring applications: The 97W SL service description matches standard-load applications while keeping everyday ride comfort and steering response in focus.
Ultra-high performance all-season control: The ControlContact Sport SRS+ is engineered for drivers who want quick response, confident braking and acceleration, and everyday value in changing weather.
Wet traction technology: Continental combines its +Silane tread compound, traction grooves, and four wide circumferential grooves to help move water away from the tread and support wet-road grip.
Light-snow confidence: The all-season compound and tread pattern are designed to stay useful as temperatures drop, with biting edges that help in light snow conditions.
Responsive, comfortable ride: A wide semi-solid center rib, wide outer shoulder blocks, and reinforced sidewall construction support steering response, cornering control, and everyday ride quality.
Popular vehicle fitments for 235/50R18 Continental ControlContact Sport SRS+
This tire size is commonly used on select trims of the Ford Mustang, Honda Accord, Chevrolet Malibu, Lincoln MKZ, Toyota Avalon, and Nissan Maxima. It is also a strong option for comparable vehicles that use the same tire size, load rating, speed rating, and wheel diameter.
Size and rating details
235/50R18: This size is designed for 18-inch wheels and suits daily-driven sport sedans, coupes, and performance-oriented vehicles that need all-season traction and a confident highway feel.
97W SL: The service description and load range identify the tire's load capacity and speed capability for the intended application.
BSW: This version uses black sidewall styling for a clean, versatile appearance.
W speed rating: This size carries W-rated speed capability for confident highway response in many sport sedan and performance coupe applications.
| SECTION WIDTH Measures the width of the tire from sidewall to sidewall, which is mounted on a wheel and inflated. | 235 |
| ASPECT RATIO Determines the sidewall height of the tire, based on the width. | 50 |
| RIM DIAMETER Measures the rim size from top to bottom (in inches). | 18" |
| OVERALL DIAMETER Measures the tire height from top to bottom when mounted on a wheel and inflated. | 27.28" |
| RIM WIDTH RANGE The approved range of rim widths this tire can be safely mounted on. | 6.5" - 8.5" |
| WEIGHT The weight of the tire measured in pounds (weight of tire only). | 26 LBS |
| TREAD DEPTH Measured in /32 of an inch to determine the height of the tread block from top to bottom. | 10/32" |
| LOAD INDEX Determines the weight a tire can carry at maximum air pressure. See load Index chart. | 97 |
| LOAD RANGE Determines the ply rating of the tire. Should be replaced with the same or higher rating. | SL |
| MAX PSI The max psi is the highest pressure the tire can hold, but should be inflated to your vehicle specifications not exceeding this amount. | 51 PSI |
| SPEED RATING Designation from laboratory testing to determine the maximum speed the tire can travel. Maintain the same speed rating or higher for replacement. | Up to 168 mph |
| SIDEWALL DESC. The sidewall designation to describe the lettering on the sidewall. | Black Side Wall |
| WARRANTY Estimates the life expectancy of the tire, set by the tire manufacturer. | 50000 |
| VPN Vendor Product Number | 15575720000 |
| GTIN Global Trade Item Number | 051342043217 |