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Continental SportContact 7

Continental SportContact 7

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Continental SportContact 7
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Pros and cons

  • Short braking distance on dry roads
  • Very good aquaplaning resistance
  • Short braking distance on wet roads
  • Exceptional handling on the wet
  • Great handling on dry roads
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Competitors

The new Continental SportContact 7 has garnered attention across various tire tests, demonstrating a broad spectrum of commendable attributes that solidify its position in the ultra-ultra-high performance (UUHP) summer tire category. Among its many strengths, the SportContact 7 excels in handling on both wet and dry surfaces, with numerous tests praising its dynamic cornering capabilities, stable lateral support, and precise steering response enriched with excellent feedback. This tire also stands out for its superior braking performance under similar conditions, ensuring a secure driving experience.


Particularly noteworthy is the SportContact 7's wet performance, where it has set new benchmarks in braking and handling, significantly outpacing its competitors. It provides high aquaplaning safety, enabling confident driving during heavy rain, although some tests have mentioned marginal deficiencies in aquaplaning in curves. The tire also combines sportiness with efficiency, achieving short braking distances, a very high level of driving safety, and fast lap times without sacrificing fuel efficiency due to its low rolling resistance.


However, despite its numerous strengths, the SportContact 7 is not without its drawbacks. A recurring point of criticism across several tests is the tire's comfort level, particularly in terms of rolling noise and ride comfort. It tends to generate an elevated rolling noise, and some tests have reported a less than optimal level of ride comfort. Additionally, while it offers exceptional grip and stability in dry conditions, there are occasional remarks regarding its understeering tendencies and somewhat less impressive curve grip on wet surfaces in some tests.


In summary, the Continental SportContact 7 distinguishes itself as a top contender in the UUHP summer tire segment, promising an excellent balance of sportiness, efficiency, and safety. Its performance in dry and wet conditions, combined with its braking capabilities, sets a new standard, albeit with minor trade-offs in aquaplaning resistance and comfort levels.

Sizes

Continental SportContact 7 is made in 97 sizes, starting from 225/40 R18 up to 325/35 R23.
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Timeline

2022

Continental SportContact 7 was launched and replaced Continental SportContact 6.

2022

Continental SportContact 7 was tested 3x (Sportauto,...) and won the Sportauto 235/35 R19 test.

2023

Continental SportContact 7 was tested 5x (Autobild,...) and won the Autobild 225/40 R18 test.

2024

Continental SportContact 7 was tested 1x (Autobild) and won the Autobild 265/35 R19 test.

Achievements

Best
Dry braking
Autozeitung 2023
Automotorsport 2023
Autobild 2023
Sportauto 2023
Best
Wet braking
Autobild 2024
Autozeitung 2023
Autobild 2023
Sportauto 2023
Best
Dry handling
Autozeitung 2023
Autobild 2023
Sportauto 2023
TyreReviews.com 2022
Best
Wet circle cornering
Autobild 2024
Autozeitung 2023
Autobild 2023
Autobild 2022
Best
Wet handling
Autobild 2024
Sportauto 2023
Sportauto 2022
TyreReviews.com 2022
Best
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Automotorsport 2023

Continental SportContact 7 in tyre tests

All tyre tests where Continental SportContact 7 was featured:
Autobild Summer tyre test 2024 265/35 R19
exemplary
Ranked #1 of 7
Securing the top position among seven contenders, the Continental SportContact 7 achieved a resounding victory. Earning a final rating of 'Exemplary', it distinguished itself as a formidable supersport tire that displayed barely any shortcomings. This tire showcased an impressive array of qualities including convincing precision in steering, dynamic handling on both wet and dry surfaces, and an excellent balance. Additionally, it was recognized for its short braking distances and strong aquaplaning resistance. Despite its many strengths, a slight increase in noise level was noted as a minor drawback. Particularly outstanding was its performance in wet conditions, where it led in wet braking, wet circle cornering, and wet handling, underlining its superior capabilities in challenging environments.
Name WetDryRolling resistanceNoise
Best values in test1-2+1-1-
Continental SportContact 71- 2+ 2+2-
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Autozeitung Summer tyre test 2023 235/35 R19
test winner
Ranked #1 of 9
Securing the top position among nine competitors, the Continental SportContact 7 emerged as the test winner, showcasing a harmonious balance between sportiness and efficiency that captivated the evaluators. The tyre's performance was exceptional across various conditions; in the wet, it offered impressive protection against aquaplaning and excelled in cornering grip. It also shared the top spot in braking performance with Bridgestone, achieving a remarkable stopping distance of 38.1 meters, despite displaying a slight understeer tendency that limited its dynamic potential. On dry surfaces, the Continental SportContact 7 stood out for its unparalleled braking distance, superior driving safety, swift lap times, and remarkably low rolling resistance. It proved that a tyre could deliver an excellent blend of sportiness, safety, and efficiency. The tyre demonstrated exceptional prowess in dry braking, dry handling, wet braking, and wet circle cornering, confirming its well-deserved "Test winner" status with its balanced and outstanding capabilities, particularly under challenging wet conditions.
Name
Continental SportContact 7
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Continental SportContact 7
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Source: reifenpresse.de
Automotorsport Summer tyre test 2023 255/45 R20
very good
Ranked #1 of 10
Emerging as the top performer in a lineup of ten strong competitors, the Continental SportContact 7 distinguished itself with its remarkable performance, clinching the first position. Achieving a final rating of 'Very good,' this tire impressed with its superior aquaplaning safety, demonstrating the highest resistance among its peers. The tire showcased a very balanced wet handling with robust understeer and demonstrated a sensitive cooperation with the ESP control system, ensuring a high level of safety. Additionally, it boasted exceedingly short braking distances on dry surfaces. However, its noteworthy understeering persisted during dry handling, and an elevated rolling noise was observed. The Continental SportContact 7 excelled specifically in the disciplines of longitudinal aquaplaning, dry braking, and objective dry handling, confirming its well-rounded capabilities and superior performance across various critical safety and performance measures.
Name
Continental SportContact 7
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2023 225/40 R18
outstanding
Ranked #1 of 13
Securing the top spot among 13 competitors, the Continental SportContact 7 showcased an exemplary performance, ultimately earning an "Outstanding" final rating. Testers were thoroughly impressed by the tyre's attributes, noting its dynamic curve handling, stable side support, and precise steering response with exceptional feedback. Additionally, it demonstrated reliably secure braking capabilities on both wet and dry surfaces. However, it was pointed out that the tyre exhibited moderate safety reserves in curve aquaplaning situations. Highlighting its superiority, the Continental SportContact 7 outperformed in several key disciplines, including Comfort, Dry braking, Dry handling, Wet braking, and Wet circle cornering, reinforcing its status as a top-performing tyre in the test.
Name WetDry
Best values in test2+1-
Continental SportContact 72+ 1-
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SportAuto Summer tyre test 2023 225/40 R18
outstanding
Ranked #1 of 11
Securing the top position among 11 competitors, the Continental SportContact 7 showcased an outstanding performance, ultimately earning a final rating of "Outstanding." Testers praised the tyre for its highly balanced handling and short braking distances on wet surfaces, alongside a very high grip level during braking and cornering on dry roads, complemented by very stable, quick handling. However, they noted a slight drawback in terms of cornering grip on wet surfaces not being at the very top level and an increased pass-by noise. The tyre stood out in several disciplines, achieving the best results in dry braking, dry handling, objective dry handling, dry lane changing, wet braking, and wet handling, thereby affirming its superior performance across a broad range of critical areas.
Name
Continental SportContact 7
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Name Points totalWetDryEnviromental impact
Best values in test9,37,27,26,3
Continental SportContact 79,3 8,99,410
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Source: reifenpresse.de
Autobild Summer tyre test 2022 245/40 R19
exemplary
Ranked #2 of 10
The Continental SportContact 7 secured an impressive second place out of 10 competitors, earning a final rating of 'Exemplary'. This new sports tire was lauded for its outstanding handling characteristics on dry surfaces, its robust aquaplaning resistance, and its short braking distances. Additionally, it demonstrated secure handling in wet conditions, further solidifying its position. Testers did note a downside, mentioning its moderate rolling comfort as a drawback. Among the disciplines where the tire excelled were dry braking, dry handling, and wet circle cornering, setting a high benchmark in these critical aspects of tire performance.
Name WetDry
Best values in test2+1-
Continental SportContact 721-
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Source: www.autobild.de
Tyre Reviews Summer tyre test 2022 255/35 R19
test winner
Source: www.tyrereviews.com

Test ratings distribution

100% (9x)
OutstandingTest winnerExemplaryVery good
4x2x2x1x

Ratings x Wheel size

R18R19R20
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Ratings x Width

225/xx Rxx235/xx Rxx245/xx Rxx255/xx Rxx265/xx Rxx
100% (2x)100% (3x)100% (1x)100% (2x)100% (1x)

FAQ

  1. Where is Continental SportContact 7 made?

    Continental SportContact 7 is made in Czech Republic/Slovakia/Portugal.

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