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Comparison: Continental PremiumContact 6 vs. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV vs. Falken e.Ziex

Comparing the Continental PremiumContact 6 and the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 reveals some interesting points about these two summer tyres from leading manufacturers Continental and Pirelli.


Starting with the Continental tyre, the PremiumContact 6 is a high-performing touring tyre with an impressive 92% rating from our tests. Manufactured in Slovakia, Germany and the Czech Republic, this model follows on from the successful Continental ContiPremiumContact 5. Notable in its performance is its excellent dry handling, highlighted as a top feature in Autozeitung's comparison where it was positioned second out of ten tyres. In another comparison by EVO, it secured a commendable third position. Please note that the Continental PremiumContact 6 has now been replaced by the newer Continental PremiumContact 7.


On the other side, we have the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4. Rated slightly higher at 93%, the type specification of this tyre is UUHP (Ultra Ultra High Performance), indicating its suitability for high-performance cars. Stand-out features highlighted in Autozeitung's test include dry lane changing, wet circle cornering, and wet handling - indicating the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 performs impressively well no matter the road conditions. In the EVO mutual comparison, this tyre proved its performance by securing second place.


These two exemplary tyres each offer their unique strengths. The Continental PremiumContact 6 excels in dry conditions, specifically with excellent dry handling. On the other hand, the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 is a versatile performer, handling well in both dry and wet conditions. From the tests, it's clear both tyres are top performers, with the P ZERO PZ4 eking out a small advantage with its higher versatility and UUHP rating.


Our verdict? The Continental PremiumContact 6 is a strong contender for drivers prioritising dry handling, while the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 offers versatile performance, excelling in multiple road conditions. However, ultimately your choice of tyre should account for your specific driving style and conditions.

Test Profile

Continental
PremiumContact 6
Pirelli
P ZERO PZ4
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Goodyear
Efficientgrip 2 SUV
Falken
e.Ziex
Number of tests
36
14
18
5
3
Best position
#1
#2
#1
#1
#2
Average position
3.1
5.5
6.1
2.2
3.7
Latest test
2023
2025
2024
2025
2025
Available sizes
296
706
47
63
34

Wet

Wet
Continental PremiumContact 6
84%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
83%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
83%
Falken e.Ziex
75%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Continental PremiumContact 6
79%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
76%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
78%
Falken e.Ziex
68%
Wet braking
Continental PremiumContact 6
91%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
85%
Falken e.Ziex
87%
Aquaplaning - cross
Continental PremiumContact 6
68%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
68%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
82%
Falken e.Ziex
61%
Wet handling
Continental PremiumContact 6
87%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
90%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
86%
Falken e.Ziex
69%
Wet circle cornering
Continental PremiumContact 6
87%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
89%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
79%
Falken e.Ziex
77%
Wet side guide
Continental PremiumContact 6
74%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
67%
Falken e.Ziex
73%

Dry

Dry
Continental PremiumContact 6
90%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
83%
Falken e.Ziex
85%
Dry braking
Continental PremiumContact 6
92%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
80%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
82%
Falken e.Ziex
88%
Dry handling
Continental PremiumContact 6
92%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
82%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
84%
Falken e.Ziex
81%
Dry driving behavior
Continental PremiumContact 6
81%
Dry steering response
Continental PremiumContact 6
91%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
84%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
92%
Falken e.Ziex
73%
Dry lane changing
Continental PremiumContact 6
95%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
85%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
87%
Falken e.Ziex
87%

Comfort

Comfort
Continental PremiumContact 6
79%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
75%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
92%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Exterior noise
Continental PremiumContact 6
66%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
90%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Comfort
Continental PremiumContact 6
100%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
74%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
60%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
83%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Interior noise
Continental PremiumContact 6
80%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
100%

Offroad

Offroad
Continental PremiumContact 6
76%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
79%
Grass traction
Continental PremiumContact 6
71%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
83%
Gravel traction
Continental PremiumContact 6
65%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
83%

Costs

Costs
Continental PremiumContact 6
79%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
52%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
84%
Falken e.Ziex
80%
Rolling resistance
Continental PremiumContact 6
75%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
59%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
77%
Falken e.Ziex
95%
Mileage
Continental PremiumContact 6
85%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
49%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
96%
Falken e.Ziex
60%
Fuel efficiency
Continental PremiumContact 6
83%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Price/value
Continental PremiumContact 6
81%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
28%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
97%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
87%
Falken e.Ziex
60%

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