Continental PremiumContact 7 - Test Results

Test Statistics

25

Tests Completed

2nd

Average Position

1st

Best Result

8th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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Across 25 summer tests the PremiumContact 7 delivers elite all‑round performance with standout wet and dry safety, frequently topping braking and handling while securing multiple overall wins and podiums (avg. position 2.4, numerous first places incl. ADAC 2024, AMS 2024, Sport Auto 2024, Motorhome 2024, AZ 2024, Tire Reviews 2023; Test winner in 2025 Tire Reviews Touring). Consistent weaknesses appear in aquaplaning, noise, and rolling resistance/efficiency in some sizes, especially SUV/EV-focused tests, which occasionally temper overall rankings.

Key patterns: wet performance is class-leading with repeated P1s in wet braking/handling; dry braking/handling is repeatedly best or near-best including perfect subjective scores in several tests. Aquaplaning resistance and cabin noise trend mid-pack to weak, and efficiency metrics (rolling resistance/energy) vary by size with some strong results but several bottom-tier finishes.

Performance Strengths
  • Wet Weather Performance Strong
    • 1st wet braking and 1st wet handling in 2024 AMS SUV test (235/55 R18)
    • 1st wet braking in 2025 Auto Bild EV test (39.4 m, 215/55 R18) and 1st range
    • 1st wet braking and 1st wet circle in 2024 Auto Bild EV test (235/55 R19)
    • 1st wet braking in 2025 AZ test (41.8 m, 225/45 R18)
    • 1st wet braking and 1st wet braking (cool) in 2023 Tire Reviews UHP (225/40 R18)
  • Dry Braking and Handling Strong
    • 1st dry braking and 1st dry handling in 2024 AZ (225/45 R17)
    • 1st dry braking and 1st subj. dry handling in 2025 UTAC/Aftonbladet (225/45 R17)
    • 1st dry braking in 2025 Al Volante (225/55 R18) and 1st dry braking in 2024 ADAC (215/55 R17)
    • 1st dry braking, 1st dry handling in 2024 AMS SUV (235/55 R18)
    • 1st dry braking in multiple shootouts (AutoBild 2024 55-tire, AutoBild 2024 205/55 R16)
  • Subjective Handling and Comfort Balance Moderate
    • Perfect 10/10 subjective wet and dry in 2025 UTAC/Aftonbladet (225/45 R17)
    • 1st subjective comfort and 1st noise (71.9 dB) in 2023 Tire Reviews UHP
    • 1st subjective comfort in 2025 AZ (225/45 R18)
  • Wear and Durability Moderate
    • Top wear in 2024 Auto Bild EV (36885 km, 1/8 abrasion)
    • 3rd wear in 2023 AutoBild UHP (51600 km) and 2025 Auto Bild UHP (46250 km)
    • 3rd wear in 2024 ADAC (60300 km)
  • Awards/Overall Results Strong
    • Overall 1st in 2024 ADAC, 2024 AMS SUV, 2024 Sport Auto, 2024 AZ (225/45 R17), 2024 Motorhome, 2023 Tire Reviews Touring
    • Average overall position 2.4 across 25 tests; multiple podiums and a 2025 test winner
Performance Weaknesses
  • Aquaplaning Resistance Strong
    • Straight and curved aquaplaning mid-to-low: 7/8 and 6/8 in 2024 AMS SUV
    • Straight aqua 9/21 and curved 11/21 in 2024 AutoBild 205/55 R16
    • Straight aqua 8/10 in 2025 AZ (225/45 R18) and 5/8 curved in 2025 EV test
  • Noise Moderate
    • Noise bottom tier: 8/8 in 2024 AMS SUV (73.2 dB)
    • 16/21 noise in 2024 AutoBild 205/55 R16 (74.1 dB)
    • 7/7 noise in 2025 Vi Bilägare EV SUV; 7/7 in 2025 Tire Reviews Touring (73.2 dB)
  • Rolling Resistance / Efficiency Moderate
    • 8/8 rolling resistance in 2025 Auto Bild EV (7.66 kg/t) despite 1st range
    • 7/8 rolling resistance in 2024 AMS SUV (7.7 kg/t)
    • 11/21 rolling resistance in 2024 AutoBild 205/55 R16; mixed mid-pack elsewhere
  • Performance Variability by Size/Vehicle (SUV/EV) Minor
    • 2025 Vi Bilägare EV SUV overall 5/7 with weaker noise/comfort and aquaplaning
    • 2025 Teknikens Värld SUV overall 4/8: wet braking 6/8 but wet handling 2/8
Performance Over Time

Test History

4
of 7
2025 Die ReifenTester Summer Touring Tire Test

2025
Winner: Falken ZIEX ZE320

The Continental performed competently yet fell short of the leaders. The tire exhibited a pronounced tendency to understeer, and testers said it was occasionally a bit too eager, pressing the rear ...
Strong:
Subj. Noise, Dry Braking, Wet Braking
Weak:
Subj. Comfort, Subj. Dry Handling
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of 8
2025 Teknikens Varld Summer Tire Test

2025
Winner: Pirelli Scorpion

The Continental PremiumContact 7 delivered consistent, high-level performance across most test categories with no significant weaknesses. Like Goodyear, it excelled in the moose test, showing excel...
Strong:
Wet Handling
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of 7
2025 Al Volante Summer Tire Test

2025
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato C3

Continental's PremiumContact 7 takes third place with standout wet braking performance and excellent overall wet handling. It provides good aquaplaning resistance and solid lap times in wet conditi...
Strong:
Dry Braking, Wet Braking
Weak:
Straight Aqua
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of 14
2025 Summer and All Season Combined Tire Test

2025
Winner: Michelin Primacy 5

The Continental PremiumContact 7 offers top-class grip and handling on wet roads with precise steering feel in all situations. It achieved the best braking distance on dry roads in the test. Some t...
Strong:
Dry Braking, Subj. Dry Handling, Subj. Wet Handling, Wet Handling
Weak:
Rolling Resistance
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of 8
2025 EV Tire Test

2025
Winner: Hankook iON Evo

Continental's PremiumContact 7 delivered the shortest wet braking distance (39.4m) and strong dry performance. Despite having the highest rolling resistance in the test (7.66 kg/t) and lowest range...
Strong:
Subj. Comfort, Dry Braking, Dry Handling, Wet Braking, Wet Circle, Wet Handling
Weak:
Noise, Range, Rolling Resistance
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of 7
2025 Vi Bilagare Summer EV Tire Test

2025
Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV

The Continental PremiumContact 7, which won last year's summer tire test, continues to show good performance in SUV dimensions, though like the Goodyear, it appears to lose some grip in the low tes...
Strong:
Subj. Dry Handling, Range, Wet Circle
Weak:
Subj. Noise, Straight Aqua
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of 21
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test

2025
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

The Continental PremiumContact 7 offered very good aquaplaning reserves and short braking distances in all conditions. It delivered dynamic handling characteristics with responsive steering and exc...
Strong:
Subj. Comfort, Rolling Resistance, Curved Aquaplaning
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of 7
The Best Touring Tires for 2025 Tested Winner

2025

The PremiumContact 7 continues Continental's strong run of form, matching the Pirelli's overall performance. The tire clearly prioritized safety with its class-leading wet grip, but the higher nois...
Strong:
Subj. Comfort, Straight Aqua, Wet Braking
Weak:
Noise
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2
of 10
2025 AZ Summer Tire Test

2025
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

In dry conditions, the Continental delivers performance nearly matching dedicated sports tires while providing the best ride comfort in the test. It offers high safety reserves and excellent road f...
Strong:
Subj. Comfort, Rolling Resistance, Wet Braking
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8
of 52
2025 Summer Tire Test Shootout

2025
Winner: Bridgestone Potenza Sport

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3
of 8
2024 Auto Express Summer Tire Test

2024
Winner: Vredestein Ultrac

Summary The Continental PremiumContact 7 delivered an excellent performance, placing in the top three tires tested. It excelled in wet conditions, leading or placing second in all five wet tests...
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2
of 9
2024 EV Tire Test

2024
Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV

Strong:
Dry Braking, Dry Handling, Abrasion, Energy Consumption, Wear, Wet Braking, Wet Circle
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1
of 10
2024 Motorhome Summer Tire Test

2024

Strong:
Dry Braking, Dry Handling, Straight Aqua, Wet Braking, Wet Handling
Weak:
Noise, Curved Aquaplaning
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of 8
2024 AMS Summer SUV Tire Test

2024

By far the highest grip and safest tire in the test.
Strong:
Dry Braking, Dry Handling, Wet Braking, Wet Circle, Wet Handling
Weak:
Noise, Rolling Resistance, Straight Aqua
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of 9
2024 AZ Summer Tire Test

2024

The Continental PremiumContact 7 is a true all-rounder, delivering exceptional performance on both wet and dry surfaces. It reacts quickly to driver input and provides a thrilling driving experienc...
Strong:
Dry Braking, Dry Handling, Wet Braking, Wet Circle, Wet Handling
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of 6
2024 Sport Auto Summer Tire Test

2024

Very grippy on wet and dry roads, very balanced and safe to drive.
Strong:
Dry Braking, Dry Handling, Curved Aquaplaning, Wet Braking, Wet Circle, Wet Handling
Weak:
Noise
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of 21
2024 AutoBild Summer Tire Test

2024
Winner: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus

Exemplary.
Strong:
Dry Braking, Wet Braking, Wet Circle
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of 16
2024 ADAC Summer Tire Test

2024

The Continental PremiumContact 7 excels in driving safety for both dry and wet road conditions in this year's test, achieving the top marks for its excellent steering feedback, safe handling at the...
Strong:
Dry Braking, Wet Braking, Wet Braking - Concrete
Weak:
Price, Straight Aqua
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of 55
2024 Summer Tire Market Overview

2024

Strong:
Dry Braking, Wet Braking
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1
of 8
2023 Motor Summer Tire Test

2023

This tire emerged as the clear winner of the test, scoring the highest points in both wet and dry conditions. It offered the shortest braking distances on both wet and dry surfaces and was the fast...
Strong:
Dry Braking, Dry Handling, Wet Braking, Wet Handling
Weak:
Price, Rolling Resistance
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1
of 6
The BEST Performance Tires Tested

2023

The Continental PremiumContact 7 demonstrated impressive abilities in handling wet conditions and excelled in new state braking in both cooler and warmer temperatures. While it couldn't quite match...
Strong:
Noise, Subj. Comfort, Price, Rolling Resistance, Value, Curved Aquaplaning, Straight Aqua, Subj. Wet Handling, Wet Braking, Wet Braking - Cool
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1
of 9
Are Budget Tires Finally Good Enough? 8 Cheap Tires VS 1 Premium Tire

2023

It should come as no surprise that the brand new, and premium Continental PremiumContact 7 had a huge lead overall. The PC7 was beaten by a couple of the cheaper tires in noise and rolling resistan...
Strong:
Subj. Comfort, Dry Braking, Dry Handling, Subj. Dry Handling, Curved Aquaplaning, Straight Aqua, Subj. Wet Handling, Wet Braking, Wet Circle, Wet Handling
Weak:
Price
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3
of 21
2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tire Test

2023
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

Weak:
Noise
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1
of 13
Tire Reviews Best Summer Touring Tires

2023

Once again Continental have dropped a new tire to the market, and seriously moved the game on, most noticeably in the wet. Last year it was the SportContact 7, this year it's the PremiumContact 7. ...
Strong:
Dry Braking, Dry Handling, Subj. Dry Handling, Subj. Wet Handling, Wet Braking, Wet Circle, Wet Handling
Weak:
Price
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of 48
2023 Summer Tire Market Overview

2023
Winner: Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3

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