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1. Continental PremiumContact 6 Premium2. Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 Premium3. Uniroyal RainSport 3 Upper-middle
Comparison: Continental PremiumContact 6 vs. Uniroyal RainSport 3 vs. Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
In this article, we will compare two popular summer tyres, the Continental PremiumContact 6 and the Uniroyal RainSport 3. Both tyres have been featured in numerous tests and have gained quite a reputation in the market. We will analyze their strengths and weaknesses based on test results and provide a final verdict on which tyre performs better overall.
The Continental PremiumContact 6 is a touring summer tyre with a 90% rating from our website. It is made in Slovakia, Germany, and the Czech Republic. This tyre is a successor to the Continental ContiPremiumContact 5 and has been replaced by the Continental PremiumContact 7. You can find more information about this tyre and its manufacturer at the following links: tyre page and Continental's page.
On the other hand, the Uniroyal RainSport 3 is also a summer tyre with a rating of 78% from our website. The details regarding its manufacturing country and first equipment are not available. This tyre has not been replaced by a newer model yet. You can learn more about this tyre and its manufacturer here: tyre page and Uniroyal's page.
Now, let's compare their performance in the Autobild test, where 52 tyres participated. The Continental PremiumContact 6 secured the 1st position in the test, while the Uniroyal RainSport 3 finished in the 6th position. The PremiumContact 6's best features were its dry handling, mileage, and price/value. The test results for the RainSport 3 are not provided.
Overall Verdict:
Continental PremiumContact 6: The Continental PremiumContact 6 has shown impressive performance, especially regarding its dry handling and mileage. Its price/value also makes it an attractive option. It is an excellent choice for those who want a high-performing and durable summer tyre, but it's important to note that it has been replaced by the newer PremiumContact 7.
Uniroyal RainSport 3: With a lower rating compared to the PremiumContact 6, the Uniroyal RainSport 3 still managed to secure a respectable position in the test. While we don't have specific test results for this tyre, it's worth considering if you're looking for a reliable and affordable summer tyre option.
In conclusion, both Continental PremiumContact 6 and Uniroyal RainSport 3 offer good performance, but the PremiumContact 6 stands out as the better option overall, based on its test results and higher rating. However, if you're in the market for a new summer tyre, it's essential to consider the newer Continental PremiumContact 7 as well.
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1. Continental PremiumContact 6 Exemplary2. Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 Highly recommended3. Uniroyal RainSport 3 Satisfactory
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1. Continental PremiumContact 6 Recommended2. Uniroyal RainSport 3 Satisfactory3. Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 Still recommended
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These tyres were tested together in 5 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Uniroyal Rainsport 3 Rating: Satisfactory | 3+ | 2- | 2+ | ||||
| Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 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 | 32,1 | 28,7 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 | 33,2 | 30,2 | |||||
| Uniroyal Rainsport 3 | 35,7 | 32,4 | |||||
| Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 | 34,3 | 33 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,2 | 28,7 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 | 35,8 | 29,9 | |||||
| Uniroyal Rainsport 3 | 37,4 | 32,3 | |||||
| Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 | 35,4 | 31,4 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Exemplary | 1- | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Uniroyal RainSport 3 Rating: Satisfactory | 1- | 2- | 2- | ||||
| Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2+ | 1- | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 34,6 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 | 34,9 | 35 | |||||
| Uniroyal Rainsport 3 | 36,4 | 34,7 | |||||
| Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 | 34,4 | 38,3 | |||||
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