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Continental PremiumContact 7

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The Continental PremiumContact 7 is a premium summer touring tyre that consistently prioritises safety, especially in the wet. Across both driver feedback and independent tests it stands out for outstanding wet grip and braking, backed up by strong dry braking and a stable, confidence-inspiring handling balance. It feels secure at motorway speeds and is generally predictable at the limit, making it an easy recommendation as a high-performing all-rounder. The main compromises are higher road noise on coarse surfaces and a less crisp steering feel for some cars due to a softer sidewall character.

9.9
Tyre Reviews Score Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews
High Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
92%
Wet Grip
93%
Road Feedback
83%
Handling
83%
Wear
75%
Comfort
75%
Buy again
75%
51 Reviews
82% Average
445,300 miles driven
34 Tests (avg: 2nd)
Continental PremiumContact 7

Continental PremiumContact 7

Summer Premium
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9.9 / 10
Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews · High Confidence · Updated 23 Feb 2026

The Tyre Reviews Score is the most comprehensive tyre scoring system available. It aggregates professional test data from multiple independent publications, user reviews, and consistency analysis using Bayesian statistical methods, weighted normalisation, and recency-adjusted scoring to produce a single, reliable performance rating.

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Category Scores
Dry
93
1.8x / 48 tests
Wet
89.9
2x / 98 tests
Value
76.1
0.42x / 48 tests
Comfort
64.3
0.32x / 30 tests
Cross-Category Performance

Cross-category scores are derived metrics that combine data from multiple test disciplines to evaluate real-world performance characteristics.

Braking
94.4
53 tests
Handling
92.8
47 tests
Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 35
Publications: 14
Period: 2023 - 2026
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 51
Avg Rating: 82.1%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 0.37
History Points: 10
Methodology & Configuration
Scoring Process
  1. Collect Test Data: Gather results from professional tyre tests across multiple publications. Minimum 1 test(s) required.
  2. Normalize Positions: Convert test positions to percentile scores using exponential weighting (factor: 1.2).
  3. Apply Recency Weighting: More recent tests are weighted higher with a decay rate of 0.95.
  4. Incorporate User Reviews: Factor in user review data (minimum 5 reviews). Weight: 15%.
  5. Bayesian Smoothing: Apply Bayesian prior (score: 7, weight: 1.5) to prevent extreme scores with limited data.
  6. Calculate Final Score: Combine all components using normalization factor of 1.1. Max score with limited data: 9.5.
Component Weights
Test Data
80%
User Reviews
15%
Consistency
5%
All Configuration Parameters
ParameterValueDescription
safety_weight 0.7 Weight multiplier for safety-related metrics
performance_weight 0.55 Weight multiplier for performance metrics
comfort_weight 0.4 Weight multiplier for comfort metrics
value_weight 0.45 Weight multiplier for value-for-money metrics
user_reviews_weight 0.15 How much user reviews contribute to the final score
test_data_weight 0.8 How much professional test data contributes to the final score
consistency_weight 0.05 How much score consistency contributes to the final score
recency_decay_rate 0.95 Rate at which older test results lose influence (higher = slower decay)
min_test_count 1 Minimum number of professional tests required
min_review_count 5 Minimum number of user reviews required
score_version 1.9 Current version of the scoring algorithm
score_normalization_factor 1.1 Factor used to normalize raw scores to the 0-10 scale
confidence_factor_weight 0.2 How much data confidence affects the final score
position_penalty_weight 0.2 Penalty applied for poor test positions
gap_penalty_threshold 12 Score gap (%) that triggers additional penalties
min_metrics_count 2 Minimum number of test metrics needed per test
limited_data_threshold 2 Number of tests below which data is considered limited
single_test_penalty 0.75 Score multiplier when only one test is available
critical_metric_penalty 0.7 Penalty for poor performance on critical safety metrics
critical_metric_threshold 70 Score below which a critical metric penalty applies
position_exponential_factor 1.2 Exponent used to amplify position-based scoring
position_exponential_threshold 0.9 Position percentile below which exponential scoring applies
gap_multiplier_critical 3 Multiplier for critical gap penalties
max_category_weight 2 Maximum weight any single category can have
max_score_limited_data 9.5 Score cap when data is limited
bayesian_prior_weight 1.5 Weight of the Bayesian prior in smoothing
bayesian_prior_score 7 Prior score used for Bayesian smoothing
evidence_test_multiplier 1.9 Multiplier for test evidence in confidence calculation
evidence_metric_divisor 3 Divisor for metric count in evidence calculation
evidence_review_divisor 10 Divisor for review count in evidence calculation
combined_penalty_floor 0.2
Data Sources
TestPublicationDateSizePositionMetrics
2026 Motor Summer Tyre Test Motor 2026 225/45 R17 1/9 11 metrics
2026 Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test Sport Auto 2026 205/45 R17 4/7 12 metrics
2026 Vi Bilagare Summer Tyre Test Vi Bilagare 2026 205/55 R16 1/10 10 metrics
2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild 2026 245/45 R19 6/20 15 metrics
The BEST Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested and Rated Tyre Reviews 2026 225/45 R17 1/13 12 metrics
2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test ADAC 2026 225/50 R17 1/16 8 metrics
2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test Auto Zeitung 2026 235/45 R18 1/10 14 metrics
2026 Netzwelt Mid Range Summer Tyre Test Netzwelt 2026 205/55 R16 1/6 2 metrics
2026 Summer Braking Super Tyre Test - How do 52 Tyres Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? Auto Bild 2026 245/45 R19 6/50 2 metrics
The Best All Season Tyres for 2025/26 Tyre Reviews 2025 205/45 R17 11/11 13 metrics
2025 Die ReifenTester Summer Touring Tyre Test Die Reifentester 2025 205/55 R17 4/7 7 metrics
2025 Teknikens Varld Summer Tyre Test Teknikens Varld 2025 235/55 R19 4/8 4 metrics
2025 Al Volante Summer Tyre Test al volante 2025 225/55 R18 3/7 7 metrics
2025 Summer and All Season Combined Tyre Test UTAC 2025 225/45 R17 2/14 8 metrics
2025 EV Tyre Test Auto Bild 2025 215/55 R18 2/8 13 metrics
2025 Vi Bilagare Summer EV Tyre Test Vi Bilagare 2025 235/55 R19 5/7 9 metrics
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tyre Test Auto Bild 2025 225/40 R18 4/21 12 metrics
The Best Touring Tyres for 2025 Tested Tyre Reviews 2025 225/50 R17 1/7 11 metrics
2025 AZ Summer Tyre Test Auto Zeitung 2025 225/45 R18 2/10 12 metrics
2025 Summer Tyre Test Shootout Auto Bild 2025 225/40 R18 8/52 2 metrics
2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test Auto Express 2024 225/45 R17 3/8 0 metrics
2024 EV Tyre Test Auto Bild 2024 235/55 R19 2/9 13 metrics
2024 Motorhome Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild 2024 225/55 R17 1/10 8 metrics
2024 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test Auto Motor Und Sport 2024 235/55 R18 1/8 9 metrics
2024 AZ Summer Tyre Test Auto Zeitung 2024 225/45 R17 1/9 8 metrics
2024 Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test Sport Auto 2024 215/40 R18 1/6 9 metrics
2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild 2024 205/55 R16 2/21 12 metrics
2024 ADAC Summer Tyre Test ADAC 2024 215/55 R17 1/16 11 metrics
2024 Summer Tyre Market Overview Auto Bild 2024 205/55 R16 1/55 2 metrics
2023 Motor Summer Tyre Test Motor 2023 205/55 R16 1/8 8 metrics
The BEST Performance Tyres Tested Tyre Reviews 2023 225/40 R18 1/6 18 metrics
Are Budget Tyres Finally Good Enough? 8 Cheap Tyres VS 1 Premium Tyre Tyre Reviews 2023 205/55 R16 1/9 13 metrics
2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild 2023 225/45 R18 3/21 11 metrics
Tyre Reviews Best Summer Touring Tyres Tyre Reviews 2023 205/55 R16 1/13 13 metrics
2023 Summer Tyre Market Overview Auto Bild 2023 225/45 R18 5/48 2 metrics

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Awards
The BEST Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested and Rated
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The BEST Performance Tyres Tested
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Latest Tyre Test Results
The BEST Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested and Rated
225/45 R17 • 2026
1st/13
Best wet performance overall, combining very fast lap times with strong aquaplaning resistance.
Efficiency and measured noise were below average, and it didn't feel as sporty or supported as the most track-leaning tyres.
The Continental PremiumContact 7 finished a joint test winner with the Pirelli Cinturato C3. The PC7 set the quickest wet handling time and was also 1st on the wet circle, while staying very close to the best in wet braking and near the top for curved aquaplaning. Dry results were still competitive, but it only managed 4th in dry handling and my notes describe a safe balance without the body control of the more enthusiast-focused tyres. Comfort was solid rather than standout, and rolling resistance sat towards the back of the group.
2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test
235/45 R18 • 2026
1st/10
The Continental Premium Contact 7 is the clear winner of this test, and its advantage comes mainly from wet performance. It collects the highest scores in almost every wet test, including the shortest wet braking distance, the fastest wet handling lap, and the best subjective safety rating. At the grip limit on wet roads it remains predictable and balanced, with a neutral steering character that doesn't demand much from the driver to keep the car on line. If the rear does start to slide, the tyre has a natural tendency to stabilise itself rather than requiring quick corrections. On dry roads the Continental isn't the most sporty-feeling tyre in the group - it doesn't turn in with the same sharpness as the Goodyear - but it still delivers short braking distances and high safety margins through corners. Comfort is good, with decent noise levels and an ability to absorb road surface imperfections without transmitting harsh impacts through the steering. Predicted tread life and abrasion are both solid, sitting in the upper half of the field. There are no significant weak points anywhere in the test programme.
2026 Motor Summer Tyre Test
225/45 R17 • 2026
1st/9
The Continental PremiumContact 7 delivers strong performance across all tests on both wet and dry surfaces. It offers stable handling and very good grip in corners, with short braking distances regardless of conditions. It also scores highest for lateral aquaplaning resistance. The main weakness is average rolling resistance, which could affect fuel consumption.
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Size Fuel Wet Noise
16 inch
205/55 R 16 91 H C A 71
205/55 R 16 91 V C A 71
215/60 R 16 99 V XL C A 71
205/60 R 16 96 V XL C A 72
17 inch
215/55 R 17 94 V C A 71
215/55 R 17 98 W XL C A 71
225/45 R 17 91 V C A 71
225/45 R 17 91 W C A 71
225/45 R 17 91 Y C A 71
225/45 R 17 94 V XL C A 72
225/45 R 17 94 Y XL C A 72
225/50 R 17 94 W C A 71
225/50 R 17 94 Y C A 71
225/50 R 17 98 Y XL C A 72
18 inch
225/40 R 18 92 Y XL C A 72
235/60 R 18 107 V XL C A 72
245/40 R 18 93 Y C A 71
245/40 R 18 97 Y XL C A 72
245/45 R 18 100 Y XL C A 72
245/45 R 18 96 Y C A 71
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Questions and Answers for the Continental PremiumContact 7

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February 25, 2023

Is new premium contact 7 softer or the same as premium contact 6? Which is more comfortable?

According to Continental the 7 should have an improvement in comfort, though I have yet to test them back to back.
April 9, 2023

I have a 2wd 3.5l V6 Toyota Estima. A big comfy thing that looks like an egg. Unfortunately, on the Yokohamas it came with, it also handles like one. It feels glassy when going round roundabouts and frequently spins its wheels when pulling away from traffic lights in the wet. I want something that gives me some idea of what the front end is doing, with excellent wet braking and curved aqua. Would I be better off with a UHP tyre like this, or a premium touring tyre like the Michelin Primacy 4? Cheers.

The PC7 is a good mix of touring and sports, so in theory should meet all your requirements. Hopefully it will turn your boiled egg into something more exciting, maybe scrambled egg.
April 17, 2023

Is PC7 actually an UHP tyre like PS⁵ and Asy 6? Some test result show that not huge performance difference between PC7 and Asy6/PS⁵

The PC7 is a bit of a confusing tyre as it covers both HP and UHP. In the larger sizes, 17" and above it is certainly a rival to the PS5 and Asymmetric 6.
May 11, 2023

I plan to ditch the run flat GY F1 3s on my BMW 520d, and goal of increased comfort on poor roads whilst retaining sporty subjective handling has brought me to PS5 vs PC7. Do you think there will be a direct comparison test? Would you agree PC7 might have better subjective handing and less harsh over expansion joints and potholes? Many thanks.

Just finishing this test now so check out YouTube next week, but to answer directly, both tyres now feel very similar. I would suggest fitting the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 instead.
June 2, 2023

Would you say the loss of sportyness in the CP7 compared to the PS5 is noticeable in road driving? Or are you talking about the limits of handling on the track? Many thanks for your dedicated research.

In the 18" test the PC7 and PS5 felt very similar, any loss of sportyness was comparing against the previous tyre, the PC6.
January 11, 2024

Does this new Conti tyre have Contiseal..?

I've not seen any SEAL versions of the PC7. They might exist in certain OE sizes, they will be clearly marked as SEAL tyres when shopping for your size if so.
March 11, 2024

Undecided between Asymmetric 6 or PC7 for my golf mk 7.5 GT 225/40/18. Car came with Dunlop sport maxx RT. I’ve seen the PC7 wins both the HP and UHP segment, but which would be better suited… the Asymmetric 6 or PC7?

If you've seen the tests you know as much as I do. Both excellent tyres. The PC7 has the slight edge at the moment in grip but the Goodyear is always excellent value.
March 12, 2025

I am not sure if I should take the Conti PC7 or the SC7 for my Leon 5F 2.0tdi as there are no comparison of both what are pros and cons of each model Thank you in advance for an awnser

Both good tyres, quite close in overall performance. The SportContact 7 is the one if you want a slightly more sporty drive, and the PremiumContact 7 is a little more comfort bias.
January 27, 2026

Does the tire have good rim protection? Size 235/40/R18?

Rim protection largely depends on tire size. However, the sizes of the Premium Contact 7 I have tested do not feature a particularly big rim protector. This is in line with the tire category being touring. Rim protection is now largely relegated to just ultra-high-performance tires.

Review Summary

Based on 45 user reviews

Drivers generally rate the Continental PremiumContact 7 very highly for strong dry and especially wet grip, confident braking, and stable, planted handling that makes the car feel secure at speed. The most consistent drawbacks are higher-than-expected road noise (particularly on rough asphalt) and a softer sidewall feel that can reduce steering precision for some drivers. A meaningful minority also report faster wear than expected or a noticeable performance drop (especially in the wet) once tread depth gets lower, suggesting it prioritizes grip over ultimate longevity.

Strengths
  • Excellent wet grip and wet braking confidence
  • Strong dry grip and braking
  • Stable
  • Planted handling and high-speed security
  • Good overall safety and predictable behavior
  • Generally good comfort/smoothness on normal roads
  • Decent rolling resistance/efficiency for a performance-leaning tyre
Areas for Improvement
  • Noticeable road noise
  • Especially on rough surfaces
  • Soft sidewalls/less sharp steering feel for some drivers
  • Wear rate can be faster than expected; wet performance may drop as tread gets low
  • Ride can feel firm/bumpy or less comfortable on poor road surfaces

Top 3 Continental PremiumContact 7 Reviews

Given 100% while driving a Toyota CHR Hybrid (225/50 R18) on mostly town for 0 average miles
The best on this size tyres.
Helpful 1115
June 22, 2025
Given 59% while driving a Volkswagen 2019 Golf Variant 1.5 TSI (205/55 R16) on mostly motorways for 18,000 easy going miles
Performance dips noticeably at around the 5mm mark. The confidence I had in the tires previously were gradually eroded.
Helpful 1038
July 6, 2025
Given 94% while driving a Hyundai Kona electric (235/45 R18) on a combination of roads for 5,000 spirited miles
With the 395Nm FWD EV, this tire can put down most of the torque, lowering the tire spin speed from 50 to about 35km/h compared to Michelin Pilot Sport 4. While it doesn't give the best road feedback it is a daily commuter tire that has buckets of grip in any condition.
Helpful 1243
March 15, 2025

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Latest Continental PremiumContact 7 Reviews

Initial Impressions Review
Given 53% while driving a SEAT Leon (205/55 R16) on for 6,000 miles
My first conti tyres were premium contact 5 on 195/65/16. Were very grippy but in 15.000km they were at end of tread without any aggressive driving and always on countryside. Side tread was also wasted. Always correct pressure. I said I won’t buy again.
Before 6 months with another car i was suggested to try Premium Contact 7 205/55/16 from my local Tyre shop. I was ready to buy the all new falken ziex 320 but I trusted them that the new 7s were upgraded and we installed them. After first 1000km I was totally right!! that they are the same crap like the old ones. I’ve made now nearly 5.000km in 6 months on a Leon.
They are very grippy yes, especially on dry.
But.. the wear is significant and on side tread and on main tread. The steering feedback is veeeery bad for me, my body is going from door to the gear leaver after tight corners and I don’t drive fast most of the time, I think that I have a second suspension on my wheels. You can see the side of the Tyre is greater in height than others on same dimensions.Furthermore are very noisy comparing with others. Also from new i measured the tread from the water passages to the top and were approx 6.5mm instead of others that were nearly 8.5!!!!!! I was using Goodyear efficient grip performance 2. Great tyres lasted 45.000km on Greek hot conditions and after 4 years I changed them because of side cracks.
Contis are the worst automotive opinion I’ve made till today.. AGAIN even that is 2gens after my first impression.
Disappointed entirely . Lastly the don’t tell the “made in” country, just they have a batch label like screwed and inside the numbers has the “CN” acronym so I suppose they are made in China…
I don’t recommend them at all.
Helpful 7
April 20, 2026
Initial Impressions Review
Given 87% while driving a (225/45 R17) on for 4,000 miles
Driving a VW Golf6 Variant 1.2TSI sinds Jan 2026 these tires where allready fitted to the car (DOT '23)
First of all these tires are pretty noisy, aspecialy on rough asphalt, if the road is nice they are almost quiet, not to bad.
Because of the noise I was planning to change them, but after driving for 4K on these beauties, they can stay, the car feels very planted and cornering......I do not know where the limit is, that fast you can throw the car into a corner, wet or dry.
Still I read a lot about a "soft side wall" and 205 on a 6,5J rim can be a bit wallowy, but there is al solution for that, what I did is inflate the rear tires to 2.5 bar (fronts are 2.3) then the car feels realy nice, probably it also has to do with the greater overhang of the car in the back, but not anymore.
I want to changes my rims to a 7J if that makes any difference I will post it here.
So in a nutshell, very happy with the confedance these tires provide.
Helpful 22
April 3, 2026
Initial Impressions Review
Given 84% while driving a Opel Corsa D 1.4 (205/55 R16) on for 22,500 miles
Having covered 22k miles / 36k km with these tires, I can say that their performance in both dry and wet conditions is flawless, offering top-tier safety and grip. However, there are a few trade-offs to consider: while the handling remains excellent and among the best in its class, the relatively soft sidewalls mean that steering feedback isn't quite as surgical as some might expect, even if the overall control remains superb.

Furthermore, for a premium "top-tier" tire, the road noise is more noticeable than some of it's competitors, and based on the current wear rate, the total mileage is expected to be lower (around 46.000km) compared to other tires in this category. It is clearly a tire that prioritizes pure performance and grip over longevity and absolute cabin silence. Fantastic tire overall!
Helpful 46
March 2, 2026
Initial Impressions Review
Given 86% while driving a Tesla Model 3 LR (235/45 R18) on for 35,000 miles
Overall a very good tyre. Excellent grip in dry and wet. Towards the end of life grip in wet was noticeably worse. I did one tyre rotation around 23000 miles and they manage to last to 35000 miles. However tyre noise was quite poor especially at higher speeds. Kept pressure a little bit under recommendation at 40psi and wear was pretty even but still a slightly more central wear. Overall I would recommend. Next set I'm going back to Bridgestone Turanza6 purely because of price at £30 cheaper per corner.
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Helpful 88
February 6, 2026
Initial Impressions Review
Given 70% while driving a SEAT 1.4 TSI (225/45 R17) on for 12,400 miles
Good on dry, perfect on wet, the tires are almost done, the wear is very high (driven mostly on high temp, bad roads in Greece). The noise is very high for their price. They heat up very well and the stick nicely when they are hot.
Helpful 126
January 22, 2026
Initial Impressions Review
Given 94% while driving a Opel MOKKA X 1.6D CDTI (215/55 R18) on a combination of roads for 16,000 spirited miles
In my opinion, it's a great value-for-money tire; suitable for all types of performance and safe driving. Buy it, recommend it!
Helpful 199
December 31, 2025
Given 77% while driving a BMW 318d M Sport Touring (E91) (225/40 R18) on a combination of roads for 6,000 average miles
I can compare these tires to the ones i previously had on the car, the gislaved ultra speed 2 and the pirelli pzero nero GT. The continental has it's weaknesses, namely that it's sidewall is very soft. I daily the car that i have these on and they are great for all round driving, but when i want to throw the car in some corners i can feel that the sidewall starts to flex when going in a corner. It grips insanely well in the corners and in a straight line i can't even get the traction control light to come on. They are very good for daily driving and the ocasional sporty weekend driving. The flex of the sidewall is something that you will get used to, so it is not a deal breaker. In the rain they are insanely good, i drove the car in the rain as fast as i drove it when dry and i felt no difference, very confidence inspiring. Would definitely recommend this tyre to anyone. Wear wise, i found it to be very good. On the Gislaved, i noticed some graining after 2 years of having them and the grip gradually started to drop. The Pirelli were good, but nowhere close to thhe Continental. Out of the 3, the obvious best is the Continental. Also, on the other ones, there was a difference in grip between cold and hot tyre, but on the Conti i couldn't find that difference in grip.
Helpful 317
December 2, 2025
Given 79% while driving a BMW 330D Touring (255/40 R18) on a combination of roads for 15,000 average miles
After 20.000kms the rears are around 4mm tread depth while the fronts are around 6mm, my g21 330d is quite torquey and heavy car so i didnt expect too much in terms of wear, but i still expected atleast 40.000kms considering i dont really push the car too much, i will maybe get another 10-15k on them and overall the tyres have been ok, wet grip and stability has been really impressive, altho the tyres were used in the summer mostly, a bit dissapointed with the noise considering how soft the sidewalls are, previous tyres were bridgestone turanza t6 and those were extremely quiet.
Overall im slightly dissapointed in wear and noise considering these are really expensive premium brand tyres that are more touring biased.
Will definately opt for similar tyre next time just something that has better noise and wear.
Helpful 343
November 29, 2025
Given 89% while driving a SEAT 1.6 tdi. (205/55 R16) on mostly motorways for 20,000 spirited miles
On a SEAT LEON TDI bought them 2 years ago and already have 45.000 kms. Amazing tyre, never failed me on corners with 150 kms/hour. Little noiser in high speed and not so comfortable in bad road condition. Weather conditions does not affect driving and handling response the least. Very happy I will buy them again.
Helpful 312
November 2, 2025
Given 90% while driving a BMW 218d Active Tourer (205/55 R17) on a combination of roads for 25,000 average miles
40000 kms done in 2 years, wear is regular, mechanic told me there's space to do 10000kms more.
Tyres work great on both dry/wet conditions. Handling is always very good. Noise is acceptable. Pricey but would definitely buy again, and I will.
Helpful 422
September 29, 2025
Given 77% while driving a Renault Espace V (235/55 R19) on a combination of roads for 10,000 average miles
Great grip in all weather conditions. Sadly it's super noisy, especially on rough surfaces. It was fitted after a winter tire (Dunlop Winter Sport) and the noise profile was audibly worse.
Helpful 320
September 29, 2025
Given 90% while driving a Renault Clio IV TCe 90 (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 15,000 average miles
I’ve been using these tires for 1.5 years on my Clio 4 0.9 TCe. My setup was 205/55 R16, slightly wider than the original 195/55 R16, which increased the sidewall height.
Comfort & Grip:
Extremely comfortable, thanks to the soft sidewalls.
Provides great grip in both dry and wet conditions. On heavy rain, the wet grip felt surprisingly strong.
Track Performance:
Despite my Clio not being a powerful car (
Helpful 358
September 22, 2025
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