Conti

We selected just a few of the many Continental summer tyres on the market, concentrating on models that have been covered in recent independent tests. Below you’ll find concise, test-based profiles of the Conti tyres that stood out most in 2025–2026 testing: UltraContact NXT, PremiumContact 7 and SportContact 7.

Continental UltraContact NXT
- Overview: A newly introduced summer tyre that already appears across multiple independent tests. Rating 95; manufactured in Portugal (PT).
- Test highlights: Declared a test winner by motor (205/55 R16, 2025) and rated “excellent” by Automotorsport (215/55 R17, 2025). Testers praised very short braking distances and a secure, balanced behaviour on wet surfaces, together with pronounced, safe understeer and high cornering stiffness on dry asphalt. Low rolling resistance was also noted. Minor weakness: slightly less strong braking on dry pavement in one test.
- Use case: Suited to drivers who want a modern summer tyre that balances wet performance, steering stability and fuel-efficiency.

Continental PremiumContact 7
- Overview: The PremiumContact 7 is the current touring-family successor to Continental PremiumContact 6 (and back to ContiPremiumContact 5). It is produced in several European plants (FR, SK, DE, CZ) and carries a high overall rating (97).
- Test highlights: Strong, consistent results across a range of sizes and testers in 2025. TyreReviews named it a test winner (225/50 R17). Aftonbladet rated it “excellent” (225/45 R17). Autobild judged it “exemplary” in multiple size tests and highlighted very good aquaplaning reserves, short braking distances, dynamic handling and convincing longevity and cost performance; Autobild’s test also noted slightly increased rolling resistance. Autobild additionally commented that the manufacturer recommends this tyre for electric vehicles thanks to its short braking distances and convincing driving dynamics.
- Use case: A well-rounded touring tyre for drivers prioritising safety, longevity and comfort—also commonly recommended as original equipment for electric vehicles.

Continental SportContact 7
- Overview: The SportContact 7 is the latest ultra-high-performance successor in Continental’s SportContact line (replacing SportContact 6 and earlier SportContact 5/3 generations). It is highly rated (100) and built in CZ, SK and PT facilities.
- Test highlights: Multiple strong showings in 2025–2026. ACE (225/40 R18, 2026) gave a “highly recommended” verdict, noting the best wet braking distance in the test (24.51 m), top dry handling (1st place) and good rolling resistance; the same test pointed out that lateral aquaplaning performance was the weakest in that comparison (limit at 68.3 km/h). Autobild and ADAC tests likewise praised benchmark braking on wet and dry surfaces and very stable, balanced handling, with only occasional remarks about slight oversteer in the wet or mildly increased rolling resistance in some sizes.
- Use case: For drivers who demand maximum braking and handling performance in the high‑performance segment; excellent choice for sporty cars and performance-oriented drivers, with the trade-off of slightly less confidence in extreme aquaplaning situations in some sizes.

Replacement / model lineage
- PremiumContact 7 and SportContact 7 are the current successors in their respective families: PremiumContact 7 replaces PremiumContact 6 (and continues the ContiPremiumContact lineage), while SportContact 7 succeeds the SportContact 6/5/3 series. UltraContact NXT is a new addition with no direct predecessor listed.

Conclusion — which to pick
- If you want a modern, efficient tyre with excellent wet braking and good overall balance, UltraContact NXT is a strong candidate.
- If your priority is touring comfort, mileage and a tyre that works well on electric vehicles, PremiumContact 7 offers an excellent all-round compromise.
- If outright wet and dry braking and handling at sporty speeds are your top priorities, SportContact 7 is the top-performing UUHP choice, acknowledging a small aquaplaning caveat in specific tests.

All three tyres have been validated by multiple recent tests; final choice should consider vehicle type, wheel size availability, and whether you prioritise touring comfort, low rolling resistance or ultimate sporty performance.