Comparison: Continental AllSeasonContact 2 vs. Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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The head-to-head comparison of the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 and the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 shows two very capable all‑season tyres with different emphases. Across independent test programs (Autoexpress, AUTOBILD, TyreReviews, AlVolante and others) the Pirelli generally finishes higher in the rankings and scores a higher overall rating (95% vs 88%), while the Continental stands out for efficiency, comfort and low wear. Neither model has been replaced by a newer Version (no replacement model listed); both follow earlier generation tyres (Continental AllSeasonContact and Pirelli SF2).
Continental AllSeasonContact 2 — summary
Our rating: 88%. Continental’s all‑rounder is repeatedly praised for its wet handling, snow traction and low rolling resistance. Tests highlight short wet braking, quiet ride and very good fuel economy — attributes that make it a strong choice for drivers prioritising comfort and efficiency. Independent results are mixed: Autoexpress put it near the top (2nd), AUTOBILD tests show solid results but a mid‑table finish in one large comparison (7th of 30). TyreReviews and other testers note the tyre's low wear and overall balanced behaviour.
- Strengths: wet handling, snow traction, low rolling resistance, comfort, low noise and good wear performance.
- Weaknesses: occasional limitations in aquaplaning reserves and slightly longer dry braking in some tests; higher price than many rivals.
Manufacturer: Continental.
Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 — summary
Our rating: 95%. Pirelli’s SF3 is the more performance‑oriented all‑season tyre in nearly every comparative test. It frequently achieves podium finishes — 1st in Autoexpress and AlVolante, 2nd or 3rd in several AUTOBILD evaluations — thanks to excellent aquaplaning resistance, short dry and wet braking distances, and very balanced handling in wet, dry and snow. Test reports call it the strongest all‑round performer, especially in wet safety disciplines.
- Strengths: aquaplaning resistance (longitudinal & cross), dry and wet braking, balanced handling, low noise and strong safety reserves in wet conditions.
- Weaknesses: slightly higher wear in some tests and marginally weaker snow braking compared with the very best winter‑focused all‑season tyres; premium price.
Manufacturer: Pirelli.
Head‑to‑head verdict
Looking across the collective test data, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 is the overall test winner for drivers who prioritise maximum grip, aquaplaning safety and top stopping performance — it consistently beats or matches competitors in wet and dry disciplines and records more podium finishes than the Continental. The Continental AllSeasonContact 2 is the better choice when fuel economy, low rolling resistance, comfort, low noise and tyre longevity matter most; it is very strong on snow traction and wet handling but sometimes trails the Pirelli on outright braking or aquaplaning metrics.
Recommendation: choose the Pirelli if you want top‑tier all‑season performance and the best safety margins in wet conditions. Choose the Continental if you value lower rolling resistance, quieter ride and longer life while keeping very good wet and snow capability. For product pages and full specs see the tyre links above.
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1. Continental AllSeasonContact 2 Exemplary2. Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Highly recommended
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Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - longitudal
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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 12 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.
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| Name | Points total | Winter | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Noise | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | Running costs |
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| Best values in test | 100.0 | 100.0 | 100.0 | 100.0 | 100.0 | 100.0 | 100.0 | 100.0 | 100.0 | 130 |
| Continental AllSeasonContact 2 Rating: Highly recommended | 99.0 | 99.8 | 98.6 | 99.7 | 100.0 | 92.9 | 98.6 | 92.7 | 93.6 | 117 |
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Rating: Test winner | 100.0 | 100.0 | 99.3 | 100.0 | 98.9 | 90.2 | 92.9 | 100.0 | 98.3 | 127 |
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| Name | Points total | Winter | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||
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| Best values in test | 4.2 | 1– | 2+ | 2+ | 1– | ||
| Continental AllSeasonContact 2 Rating: Exemplary | 1.2 | 1– | 2+ | 2 | 1– | ||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Rating: Exemplary | 1.2 | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | ||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 1– | |||
| Continental AllSeasonContact 2 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2 | 2 | 2 | |||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 2– | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 38.0 | 43.9 | |||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact 2 | 41.5 | 44.9 | |||||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 | 38.0 | 46.3 | |||||
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| Continental AllSeasonContact 2 Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Rating: Test winner | |||||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact 2 Rating: Good | 2+ | 2+ | 2 | ||||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Rating: Exemplary | 1- | 2+ | 1- | ||||
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| Best values in test | 7.9 | ||||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact 2 | 7.7 | ||||||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 | 7.8 | ||||||
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| Continental AllSeasonContact 2 Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Rating: Test winner | |||||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| Continental AllSeasonContact 2 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2 | 2+ | 3+ | |||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Rating: Good | 3 | 2+ | 3+ | 3+ | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 36.8 | 50.5 | |||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact 2 | 40.0 | 53.6 | |||||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 | 36.9 | 53.5 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Snow | |||
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| Best values in test | 97.5 | 77 | 90 | 90 | |||
| Continental AllSeasonContact 2 | 94.2 | 92 | 93 | 97 | |||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 | 97.5 | 98 | 98 | 97 | |||
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| Continental AllSeasonContact 2 Rating: Test winner | |||||||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
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