P8 of 9
Beat 13% of the field
Continental Premium Contact 2 Test Results
Tested 2009 to 2012
5 publications
Tested 9 times by independent publications, the Continental Premium Contact 2 has taken 3 test wins with an average finish of 4th.
- 9Independent tests
- 3Test wins
- 5Podium finishes
- 4thAverage finish
- 63%Field beaten on average
- 5Publications
9 tests, 2009 to 2012
- Test win
- Second
- Third
- Average 63%
Head-to-head record
Overall finishing position against the tires that have most often shared a test with the Continental Premium Contact 2. Only tires tested alongside it at least three times are listed.
| Rival | Shared tests | Ahead | Behind | Level | Finished ahead |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Michelin Energy Saver
5 shared: 5 ahead, 0 behind
|
5 | 5 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Dunlop SP Sport Fast Response
5 shared: 5 ahead, 0 behind
|
5 | 5 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Goodyear EfficientGrip
3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind
|
3 | 3 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Sava intensa hp
3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind
|
3 | 3 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Vredestein Sportrac 3
3 shared: 2 ahead, 1 behind
|
3 | 2 | 1 | - | 67% |
 Nokian V
3 shared: 2 ahead, 1 behind
|
3 | 2 | 1 | - | 67% |
 Bridgestone Turanza ER300
3 shared: 1 ahead, 1 behind
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
Against its own line
The same record for the tire it replaced and the tire that replaced it.
| Tire | Tests | Wins | Avg finish | Field beaten |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continental PremiumContact Predecessor | 0 | - | - | - |
| Continental Premium Contact 2 This tire | 9 | 3 | 4th | 63% |
| Continental Premium Contact 5 Successor | 36 | 10 | 4th | 80% |
Performance Analysis
Drawn from 9 tests. Updated October 15, 2025.
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)
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Wet grip
Strong
in 3 of 3 tests
Details
Top marks on wet roads
- 2011 European Summer Tire Test - 175/65 R14 (2011)Best dry and wet grip
- 2011 Finnish ECO Touring Tire Test (2011)Very balanced tire, scores well in all safety related tests
- 2011 European Summer Tire Test - 195/65 R15 (2011)
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Dry grip
Minor
in 1 of 3 tests
Details
Best dry and wet grip
- 2011 Finnish ECO Touring Tire Test (2011)
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Dry handling
Minor
in 1 of 3 tests
Details
great handling
- 2011 Finnish ECO Touring Tire Test (2011)
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
Do owners agree with the tests?
Every tester write-up on the Continental Premium Contact 2 (3 tests) and 155 owner reviews were tagged for the aspects they judge. Where both have spoken, this is how they line up.
Where owners and testers agree
- Dry grip strength in 1 of 3 tests 62 praise, 8 criticise of 155 reviews · Read those reviews
- Wet grip strength in 3 of 3 tests 47 praise, 15 criticise of 155 reviews · Read those reviews
- Dry handling strength in 1 of 3 tests 17 praise, 6 criticise of 155 reviews · Read those reviews
Raised by owners, not by any test of this tire
- Ride comfort no test mentions it 23 praise, 11 criticise of 155 reviews · Read those reviews
- Behavior at the limit no test mentions it 11 praise, 3 criticise of 155 reviews · Read those reviews
- Even wear no test mentions it 3 praise, 10 criticise of 155 reviews · Read those reviews
Every test, newest first 9
Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.
2012 1 test
2011 3 tests
P1 of 15
Beat 100% of the field
2011 Finnish ECO Touring Tire Test
The Continental Premium Contact 2 is a convincing tire, winning in almost every test. Best dry and wet grip and great handling
P1 of 15
Beat 100% of the field
P5 of 14
Beat 69% of the field
2010 4 tests
P8 of 8
Beat 0% of the field
2010 Auto Express Winter Tire Test
Summer Tire
P2 of 6
Beat 60% of the field
P1 of 10
Beat 100% of the field
P3 of 15
Beat 82% of the field
2009 1 test
P4 of 6
Beat 40% of the field
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