Drivers generally describe the Continental Premium Contact 2 as a confidence-inspiring summer tire with strong dry grip, capable wet grip, and communicative handling/feedback when pushed. Many higher-scoring reviews also mention stable braking and predictable behavior, with some reporting very long life on lighter cars or predominantly motorway use. However, a large portion of users complain about rapid treadwear (especially on the driven axle) and noticeable road noise, and several note that wet grip/aquaplaning resistance can deteriorate as the tire wears. Overall, it's viewed as a strong performer when fresh, but often expensive to run due to wear and (for some) noise.
What owners mention most counted across 155 reviews
These tires were on my Megane II from new. I achieved about 25k miles before needing to change the full set - my FWD Megane II chews rear tires and these were actually lower than my fronts. These tires are very good in both the wet and dry but achieve this with a soft compound and hence wear a lot quicker than many other tires. I should say I drive very conservatively and a lot of the time on motorways - you'd never get anywhere near 25k otherwise, as others have said. If you drive quite hard and need the grip then I would say these would be a very good road tire for you. If you don't push the car generally then I'd say you're wasting your money. I have driven Michelin E3As before and they were like iron - both in terms of how long they lasted and how well you could brake with them!?! I have changed to Bridgestone ER300s recently - hopefully a compromise between the two i.e. longer lasting but with good braking characteristics still. Fingers crossed!
I bought these tires as at the time the reviews looked good and the price was ok for a premium brand. I have been very happy with the grip in the Dry - in the wet they are less predictable and when they let go on wet roundabouts the grip dissapears(they hang on well up to that point though). Must be said they have great resistance to aquaplaneing.I have however been shocked by how quickly they have worn out. 13000 miles is unimpressive - even though i am hard on tires and brakes.I have just ordered some Mich sport pilot 3's - and hope they will provide even better grip but with much better longevity.
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I have recently put two of these as front tires on my car and I am very happy with them. Grip when cornering or braking hard is excellent and progressive. Comfort and noise levels are also much better then my old tires. Driving in heavy rain inspires confidence in places where before I was worried about aquaplaning. I don't know about wear but as long as they last me over a year (10-15K) I will be happy. I find it hard getting good tires in this particular size and these continentals are by far the best I have tried yet.
This is third car i have had with Continental Premium Contact(2) with wear poor on all three occasions, got a puncture on present car after about 1500 miles so needed to buy replacement and cost in excess of ?90 and for that money you would be expecting better wear
I've had the Conti PremiumContact2s on for about 4 months and they've not put a foot wrong.
They stop the car with no fuss very quickly and outcrop the chassis's limit easily.
In the wet I've not driven on better tires and wet roads feel as safe as in the dry
Replacing Falkens these were an expensive but well worth while purchase with new boots all round 3 years ago. Grip in dry excellent, v.good in rain. Biggest change was on the car which became much quieter, smoother ride, improved mpg and more FUN particularly in dry weather when tires have warmed up.
134bhp petrol 98-03 Honda Accord, manual box, light loads mostly 1 passeneger on commutes, first 5k miles saw spirited driving in summer, when these tires are warm in dry weather they stick very well. Remaining 11k miles over last 2+ years has been mixed use and more sedate. Times up on them and a tough decision what to do as pennies are tight. I would recommend despite the wear.
