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1. Continental AllSeasonContact Premium2. Maxxis Premitra AS AP3 Lowcost
Comparison: Continental AllSeasonContact vs. Maxxis Premitra AS AP3
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Let's take a look at two of the all-round tyre contenders, the Continental AllSeasonContact and the Maxxis Premitra AS AP3.
The Continental AllSeasonContact, manufactured in Slovakia (SK), Czech Republic (CZ) and France (FR) boasts an impressive 76% rating on our site. This tyre stands out with its snow performance, with top marks in tests for 'Snow Braking', 'Snow Cornering' and 'Snow handling.' Other highlighted strengths include Wet Circle Cornering and Rolling Resistance. There were, however, some notes marked for improvement such as understeering on dry roads and the tyre's lifespan (Autobild 2022). Nevertheless, its strong performance particularly in winter conditions and excellent aquaplaning properties made it an all-around talent (Autobild 2020). Find out more about this tire on Continental's official website.
On the other hand, the Maxxis Premitra AS AP3, made in China (CN), is rated a slightly lower at 63%. Its best features were exterior noise, making it a quieter option, and exceptional rainy conditions handling, scoring high on Aquaplaning - cross and Aquaplaning - longitudinal. Its Wet Circle Cornering was also commendable. However, it received some criticism for its poor winter performance and extended wet braking distance (Autobild 2022).
Despite these drawbacks, the Premitra AS AP3's strengths lie in its handling in dry conditions, with praised dry braking performance. Areas for improvement highlighted include braking on wet roads and its total lifespan (Autoblid 2020). Additional details and product range can be found on Maxxis's official website.
In a direct comparison of rankings in tests such as Autobild, the Continental AllSeasonContact placed at 6th whereas the Maxxis Premitra AS AP3 ranked slightly higher at the 4th position. Consider these factors when making decision, keeping in mind each tire's advantages and weaknesses along with your personal needs and vehicle demands.
To conclude, both tyres illustrate strong individual strengths, with the Continental AllSeasonContact performing exceptionally in wet and winter conditions and the Maxxis Premitra AS AP3 impressing users with its reduced exterior noise and performance in dry conditions.
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Best rating in test
1. Continental AllSeasonContact Exemplary
Worst rating in test
1. Maxxis Premitra AS AP3 Conditionally recommended2. Continental AllSeasonContact Sufficient
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet braking
Wet handling
Aquaplaning - cross
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
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(Overall rating)Snow traction
Snow braking
Snow handling
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(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Comfort
Outside noise accoring to EU label
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Fuel consumption according to EU label
Ice
(Overall rating)Add to comparison
Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,9 | 44,4 | |||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact | 45,8 | 48,9 | |||||
| Maxxis Premitra AS AP3 | 43,1 | 51,8 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 1- | 1 | |||
| Continental AllSeasonContact Rating: Satisfactory | 2 | 3+ | 1- | 3 | |||
| Maxxis Premitra AS AP3 Rating: Conditionally recommended | 2- | 2- | 3+ | 3 | |||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact Rating: Good | 2+ | 2- | 1- | ||||
| Maxxis Premitra AS AP3 Rating: Not recommended | 3+ | 2 | 4+ | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Wear | ||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 2+ | 1 | 1 | ||
| Continental AllSeasonContact Rating: Exemplary | 2 | 2 | 2+ | 2+ | 2 | ||
| Maxxis Premitra AS AP3 Rating: Satisfactory | 2- | 2+ | 2+ | 2- | 3+ | ||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 37,6 | 50 | |||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact | 42,3 | 53 | |||||
| Maxxis Premitra AS AP3 | 38,4 | 54,7 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 2+ | 1 | 1 | |||
| Continental AllSeasonContact Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2 | 1- | 1- | |||
| Maxxis Premitra AS AP3 Rating: Satisfactory | 3+ | 2+ | 2- | 2- | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,7 | 45 | |||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact | 43 | 48,6 | |||||
| Maxxis Premitra AS AP3 | 40,9 | 53,4 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 1 | |||
| Continental AllSeasonContact Rating: Good | 2 | 2- | 2+ | 1- | |||
| Maxxis Premitra AS AP3 Rating: Good | 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 | 39,5 | 46,3 | |||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact | 42,6 | 49,9 | |||||
| Maxxis Premitra AS AP3 | 39,5 | 51 | |||||
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