Looking for a comparison of Continental SportContact 7 to tyres that are made in similar dimensions? Here you can find detailed information based on tests, reviews and manufacturer's data.
The Continental SportContact 7 tyre, manufactured in the CZ, SK, and PT, is a highly recommended UUHP summer tyre with a perfect 100% rating on our platform. This tyre earned the first position in AUTOBILD, autobild 2025, and SportAuto tests, demonstrating its performance capabilities. Dry handling, dry braking, and aquaplaning (longitudal and cross) are among its standout features. Here it was also noted for its comfort, balance and overall excellent grip, particularly in dry conditions. Nonetheless, average aquaplaning performance and relatively higher rolling resistance were deemed notable shortcomings. Based on the evidence provided by the tests, the Continental SportContact 7 delivers a solid performance across a broad range of conditions, prioritising safety and handling.
On the other hand, we have the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S tyre, manufactured in the US. This summer tyre has been replaced by the Michelin Pilot Sport S 5. The older model obtained a solid 94% rating from us. The Pilot Sport 4 S managed to achieve the second position in the AUTOBILD test and third in the SportAuto test. Dry handling, substantial resistance to aquaplaning, and low rolling resistance are among its direct strengths. Test performance also highlights its comfort and well-rounded, especially sub limit steeling. Nevertheless, when handling tests to potential extremes, a lack of steering feel and speed was noticed.
So, overall, does the Continental outperform the Michelin? Based on test results, Continental's SportContact 7 appears to offer a more reliable performance, particularly in terms of dry and wet handling and braking. However, Michelin's Pilot Sport 4 S offers a comparable performance, with specific attention to dry handling and rolling resistance. Remember, the latter has been replaced by the Michelin Pilot Sport S 5, for which you'll need to check the latest reviews and test rankings.
Both tyres are laudable and excel in different aspects; hence, the choice between the two might come down to specific driving requirements and natural differences in usage of summer tyres.
1. Continental SportContact 7 Premium2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S Premium4. Bridgestone Turanza T005 Premium5. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Premium6. Bridgestone Potenza Sport Premium7. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Premium8. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Upper-middle9. Yokohama Advan Sport V107 Upper-middle
1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S Exemplary2. Bridgestone Turanza T005 Exemplary3. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Exemplary4. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Highly recommended5. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Highly recommended6. Continental SportContact 7 Outstanding7. Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Test winner8. Bridgestone Potenza Sport Very good9. Yokohama Advan Sport V107 Satisfactory
5. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Recommended6. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Satisfactory7. Yokohama Advan Sport V107 Satisfactory8. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Conditionally recommended
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| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Exemplary | |||||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S Rating: Exemplary | |||||||
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| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
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| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Outstanding | |||||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S Rating: Very good | |||||||
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Rating: Very good | |||||||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Rating: Very good | |||||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Very good | |||||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | ||||||
| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Test winner | 1 | ||||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S Rating: - | 1 | ||||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Recommended | 1 | ||||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 | 1 | ||||||
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