Segment
1. Continental AllSeasonContact Premium2. Continental PremiumContact 7 Premium3. Kumho Ecsta HS52 Upper-middle4. Nexen N Blue 4 Season Lowcost5. Fulda MultiControl Lowcost
Comparison: Continental AllSeasonContact vs. Nexen N Blue 4 Season vs. Fulda MultiControl vs. Continental PremiumContact 7 vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52
In this comparison, we will analyze and compare the performance of two all-season tyres, the Continental AllSeasonContact and the Nexen N Blue 4 Season. While the AllSeasonContact remains a popular choice for drivers seeking year-round versatility, the N Blue 4 Season has been replaced by the Nexen N Blue 4 Season 2.
Continental AllSeasonContact achieved an impressive score of 90% in our rating. Manufactured in Slovakia, Czech Republic, and France, it consistently performed well across various tests. In Autoklub ČR, it took the first position out of nine tyres, excelling in aquaplaning, dry handling, comfort, and wet circle cornering. AutoBild ranked it fifth out of 27 tyres, praising its incredible snow braking and cornering, and wet circle cornering. Continental's AllSeasonContact also performed well in Autobild 2020, ACE, AutoMotorSport, and ADAC tests, showcasing its impressive prowess as an all-season tyre. Notably, Autobild 2020 highlighted the AllSeasonContact for its excellent aquaplaning resistance, precise steering behavior, high mileage, and fuel-efficient rolling resistance.
However, it is essential to note that the AllSeasonContact has its drawbacks. Autobild 2022 pointed out that while it has excellent winter capabilities, the tyre exhibits understeer in dry conditions, extended braking distances, and reduced mileage, affecting the tyre's overall cost-effectiveness.
On the other hand, Nexen N Blue 4 Season secured a solid 80% rating in our evaluation. Manufactured in China and Turkey, it also boasts a commendable performance in various tests. Autoklub ČR ranked it sixth, while AutoBild placed it in the eighth position out of 27 tyres. In the Autobild 2020 test, the N Blue 4 Season was praised for its well-balanced performance, short dry braking distances, good aquaplaning resistance, quiet rolling noise, and high mileage.
Nevertheless, it has its weaknesses too. The N Blue 4 Season displayed understeer on wet and dry surfaces and had extended wet braking distances, as observed in the Autobild 2022 test. Furthermore, it showcased an increased rolling resistance affecting fuel efficiency.
In sum, both the Continental AllSeasonContact and Nexen N Blue 4 Season tyres offer robust all-around performance suitable for year-round driving. While the AllSeasonContact appears as the better overall performer, it has some areas where the N Blue 4 Season might excel. Drivers should consider their driving style, conditions, and priorities when deciding between these two options.
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3. Kumho Ecsta HS52 5.675. Fulda MultiControl 23.78
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1. Continental AllSeasonContact Exemplary2. Continental PremiumContact 7 Test winner3. Kumho Ecsta HS52 Good4. Fulda MultiControl Recommended5. Nexen N Blue 4 Season Satisfactory
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2. Kumho Ecsta HS52 Good3. Fulda MultiControl Recommended4. Nexen N Blue 4 Season Conditionally recommended5. Continental AllSeasonContact Sufficient
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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 15 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.
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Mutual tests
| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Snow | |||
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| Best values in test | 102.7 | 104,8 | 104,5 | 102,7 | |||
| Continental AllSeasonContact | 101,8 | 104,7 | 101,1 | 100,6 | |||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season | 97,97 | 101,6 | 98,7 | 93,6 | |||
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| 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 | |||||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season | 43,7 | 54,5 | |||||
| Fulda MultiControl | 51,1 | 56,3 | |||||
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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 | |||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season Rating: Satisfactory | 3+ | 3+ | 2+ | 1 | |||
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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 | ||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season Rating: Satisfactory | 3+ | 2- | 3+ | 3+ | 2+ | ||
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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 | |||||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season | 42 | 54 | |||||
| Fulda MultiControl | 45,5 | 58,6 | |||||
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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- | |||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season 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 | 39,7 | 45 | |||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact | 43 | 48,6 | |||||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season | 41,9 | 50,3 | |||||
| Fulda MultiControl | 44,5 | 54,8 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Winter | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |
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| Best values in test | 200 | 66 | 66 | 49 | 18 | 8 | |
| Continental AllSeasonContact Rating: Highly recommended | 200 | 56 | 66 | 46 | 18 | 8 | |
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season Rating: Conditionally recommended | 171 | 45 | 54 | 43 | 14 | 6 | |
| Fulda MultiControl Rating: Recommended | 193 | 66 | 55 | 43 | 16 | 6 | |
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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- | |||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season 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 | |||||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season | 42,3 | 50,4 | |||||
| Fulda MultiControl | 45,7 | 57 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2 | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| Continental AllSeasonContact Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2- | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season 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 | 39,4 | 45,2 | |||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact | 43,4 | 48,6 | |||||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season | 43,6 | 49,9 | |||||
| Fulda MultiControl | 45,3 | 52,3 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Noise | |
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| Best values in test | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100,6 | 100 | 102,2 | |
| Continental AllSeasonContact | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | |
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season | 95,3 | 93,4 | 94,9 | 97,7 | 76,7 | 100,9 | |
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| Best values in test | 9,0 | ||||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact Rating: Highly recommended | 9,0 | ||||||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season Rating: Still recommended | 7,9 | ||||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Ice | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption |
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| Best values in test | 1,8 | 2,4 | 2,2 | 2,2 | 3,1 | 0,5 | 1,7 |
| Continental AllSeasonContact Rating: Satisfactory | 1,9 | 3,0 | 2,3 | 2,4 | 3,4 | 2,0 | 1,7 |
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season Rating: Satisfactory | 2,3 | 2,7 | 2,7 | 2,2 | 3,2 | 2,5 | 2,1 |
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