Segment
1. Continental PremiumContact 6 Premium2. Michelin Primacy 4 Premium3. Bridgestone Turanza T005 Premium4. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Premium5. Toyo Proxes Comfort Upper-middle6. Nokian WetProof Upper-middle7. Debica Presto HP2 Lowcost
In this comparison, we will delve into the details of two summer tyres: the Continental PremiumContact 6 and the Michelin Primacy 4. Both tyres have been well-received in various tests and boast a 90% rating in our evaluation. The PremiumContact 6 replaced the Continental ContiPremiumContact 5 while the Primacy 4 replaced the Michelin Primacy 3.
Continental PremiumContact 6 showcased impressive performance in multiple tests. It secured the 2nd position in Promobil, 2nd position in ADAC, and 1st position in Autozeitung. The tyre excelled in various aspects such as wet braking, wet circle cornering, dry braking, and handling, both objectively and subjectively. It was praised for being a well-balanced tyre with no major weaknesses, providing good performance on wet and dry roads, and a low fuel consumption.
On the other hand, the Michelin Primacy 4 also achieved commendable positions in tests, including 1st place in Teknikens and 2nd position in Autozeitung. This tyre demonstrated exceptional performance in dry braking, fuel efficiency, comfort, and wet handling. However, it displayed slight weaknesses on wet roads when put to the test by ADAC, which led to a minor downgrade. Nevertheless, it scored top marks for wear and dry handling.
Comparing their positions in mutual tests, the Continental PremiumContact 6 proved to be the stronger contender, particularly in the wet and overall performance. It provides better wet braking and handling, which are crucial in summer conditions. The Michelin Primacy 4, however, scored higher in aspects such as dry braking and fuel efficiency.
In conclusion, the Continental PremiumContact 6 emerges as the better choice for drivers prioritizing exceptional handling and braking capabilities with excellent performance in wet conditions. Conversely, the Michelin Primacy 4 is a more suitable option for motorists seeking fuel efficiency combined with remarkable dry braking and driving comfort.
1. Continental PremiumContact 6 Premium2. Michelin Primacy 4 Premium3. Bridgestone Turanza T005 Premium4. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Premium5. Toyo Proxes Comfort Upper-middle6. Nokian WetProof Upper-middle7. Debica Presto HP2 Lowcost
5. Nokian WetProof 5.647. Debica Presto HP2 12.8
1. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Exemplary2. Continental PremiumContact 6 Exemplary3. Debica Presto HP2 Exemplary4. Bridgestone Turanza T005 Exemplary5. Nokian WetProof Highly recommended6. Michelin Primacy 4 Highly recommended
2. Michelin Primacy 4 Recommended3. Nokian WetProof Recommended4. Continental PremiumContact 6 Recommended5. Debica Presto HP2 Satisfactory6. Toyo Proxes Comfort Satisfactory7. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Conditionally recommended
1. Michelin Primacy 4 68 dB2. Debica Presto HP2 70 dB
These tyres were tested together in 11 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.

| Name | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | ||||
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| Best values in test | 7,3 | 7,7 | 5,9 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Recommended | 8,9 | 8,3 | 8,6 | ||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Highly recommended | 8,8 | 9,1 | 10 | ||||
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 Rating: Recommended | 8,4 | 8,5 | 8,8 | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 2,1 | 1,5 | 2,4 | 1,0 | 1,2 | ||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Good | 2,1 | 1,9 | 2,6 | 2,0 | 1,9 | ||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Good | 2,5 | 1,7 | 2,8 | 1,5 | 1,4 | ||
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 Rating: Good | 2,4 | 1,8 | 2,9 | 2,0 | 1,6 | ||
| Toyo Proxes Comfort Rating: Good | 2,4 | 2,5 | 2,4 | 2,5 | 2,5 | ||
| Nokian Wetproof Rating: Satisfactory | 2,1 | 2,2 | 2,7 | 2,5 | 2,6 | ||
| Debica Presto HP2 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,7 | 2,6 | 2,9 | 1,5 | 2,2 | ||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,7 | 2,5 | 2,6 | 1,5 | 1,8 | ||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | Running costs | ||
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| Best values in test | 157 | 68 | 54 | 22 | 20 | ||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Recommended | 146 | 66 | 51 | 16 | 13 | ||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Highly recommended | 151 | 63 | 53 | 22 | 13 | ||
| Nokian WetProof Rating: Highly recommended | 153 | 66 | 50 | 19 | 18 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2 | 2+ | ||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Good | 2 | 2 | 1- | ||||
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 Rating: Exemplary | 2 | 2 | 2- | ||||
| Toyo Proxes Comfort Rating: Satisfactory | 2- | 2+ | 2- | ||||
| Nokian WetProof Rating: Satisfactory | 2 | 2 | 3 | ||||
| Debica Presto HP2 Rating: Exemplary | 2 | 2 | 2 | ||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Rating: Good | 1- | 1- | 3+ | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Offroad | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Good | 2+ | 2+ | 2- | ||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2+ | 2 | ||||
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 Rating: Exemplary | 2 | 2+ | 2 | ||||
| Toyo Proxes Comfort Rating: Satisfactory | 2- | 2 | 2- | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 | 36,5 | 29,6 | |||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 | 35,8 | 30,4 | |||||
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 | 35,4 | 31,6 | |||||
| Toyo Proxes Comfort | 35,2 | 33,2 | |||||
| Nokian Wetproof | 35,1 | 31,7 | |||||
| Debica Presto HP2 | 36,3 | 31,9 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | |||
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| Best values in test | 2,0 | 1,5 | 2,6 | 1,5 | |||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Good | 2,1 | 2,1 | 3,1 | 2,0 | |||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,7 | 1,5 | 3,0 | 1,5 | |||
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 Rating: Good | 2,5 | 2,2 | 3,5 | 2,5 | |||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Comfort | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 61 | 11 | 12 | 1 | 6 | ||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 | 57 | 24 | 17 | 6 | 9 | ||
| Michelin Primacy 4 | 61 | 24 | 17 | 10 | 10 | ||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 49 | 23 | 12 | 7 | 7 | ||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 264 | 137 | 129 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Test winner | 264 | 137 | 127 | ||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Highly recommended | 247 | 127 | 120 | ||||
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 Rating: Highly recommended | 247 | 118 | 129 | ||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Rating: Highly recommended | 240 | 111 | 129 | ||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | Running costs | |
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| Best values in test | 153 | 66 | 51 | 19 | 10 | 17 | |
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Highly recommended | 151 | 62 | 51 | 17 | 7 | 14 | |
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Recommended | 137 | 57 | 43 | 17 | 8 | 12 | |
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 Rating: Recommended | 150 | 60 | 51 | 18 | 6 | 15 | |
| Nokian WetProof Rating: Highly recommended | 153 | 66 | 45 | 17 | 8 | 17 | |
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Rating: Recommended | 143 | 51 | 49 | 16 | 10 | 17 | |
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 277 | 142 | 135 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: - | 277 | 142 | 135 | ||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: - | 252 | 118 | 134 | ||||
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 | 239 | 112 | 127 | ||||
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