Continental Premium Contact 2 - Test Results
Test Statistics
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Tests Completed4th
Average Position1st
Best Result8th
Worst ResultPerformance Analysis
Continental Premium Contact 2 shows strong summer touring performance with multiple overall wins and consistent top finishes, contrasted by notably weak winter results. In summer tests it frequently excels for balanced handling, security, and dry/wet capability, earning 1st place in several large-group comparisons. However, in winter tire tests it finished last or near-last, indicating poor snow/ice suitability and a clear seasonal limitation.
Performance Strengths
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Overall Summer Performance
Strong
Details
• 1/15 overall in 2011 Finnish ECO Touring Tire Test
• 1/15 overall in 2011 European Summer Tire Test - 175/65 R14
• 1/9 overall in 2010 Auto Zeitung Premium Touring Tire Test
• 3/12 overall in 2010 European Summer Tire Test - 185/65 R15
• 2/6 overall in 2010 Autocar Tire Test - FWD
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Dry Handling and Stability
Strong
Details
• Article: "The Premium Contact 2 has the largest reserves and remains secure at all times" (2010 Auto Zeitung, 1/9)
• Article: "Very balanced tire, best on dry roads" (2010 European Summer Test - 185/65 R15, 3/12)
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Wet Performance (handling/braking balance)
Moderate
Details
• Article: "great in the wet" (2010 European Summer Test - 185/65 R15, 3/12)
• Article: "It's wet handling lets it down ... is a great all round tire" (2009 AMS Summer Test, 4/6)
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Awards and Recommendations
Strong
Details
• "Continental convincingly win overall" (2010 Auto Zeitung, 1/9)
• Multiple overall wins in large fields (2011: 1/15 twice)
Performance Weaknesses
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Winter Performance (snow/ice)
Strong
Details
• 8/9 overall in 2012 EVO Winter Tire Test
• 8/8 overall in 2010 Auto Express Winter Tire Test
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Wet Handling Variability
Moderate
Details
• Article: "It's wet handling lets it down" (2009 AMS Summer Test - Summer, 4/6)
• 5/14 overall in 2011 European Summer Tire Test - 195/65 R15 indicating mid-pack in mixed wet/dry metrics
Performance Over Time
Test History
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2011 Finnish ECO Touring Tire Test
2011
The Continental Premium Contact 2 is a convincing tire, winning in almost every test. Best dry and wet grip and great handling
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