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Comparison: Continental PremiumContact 7 vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Michelin Primacy 4+ vs. Falken e.Ziex

The Continental PremiumContact 7 and the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 are two highly-rated summer tyres that excel in various performances. Keeping the manufacturer's legacy, these tyres have seen continuous improvements over their previous models, the Continental PremiumContact 6 and the Continental ContiPremiumContact 5 for the Continental brand, and the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance for the Goodyear brand.



The Continental PremiumContact 7 is known for its exceptional performance in braking and handling. Ranked number one in several tests, this Continental
manufactured tyre excels in both wet and dry conditions. Its best features include dry braking, dry handling, wet braking, wet circle cornering and wet handling. Despite being heavier and showing some weaknesses in aquaplaning resistance, the PremiumContact 7 is praised for its balanced performance, high forecasted mileage, and low fuel consumption.


Comparatively, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 is lauded for its excellent wet handling, great dry handling, low noise, and high levels of comfort. Its most striking feature is its mileage performance. While its aquaplaning resistance and dry braking receive average ratings, it's considered a well-balanced tyre with low rolling resistance.


In multiple tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 consistently ranked in the top position, notably outperforming the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2. Among a pool of 55 tyres tested by Autobild, the Continental PremiumContact 7 fared exceedingly well, securing the top position, while the Goodyear counterpart ended up in the 13th position. Similarly, in the ADAC test involving 16 tyres, the Continental PremiumContact 7 secured the first position, whereas the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 landed in the 9th spot.



In conclusion, the Continental PremiumContact 7 emerges as the stronger candidate on several counts, especially in dry and wet braking, and handling. However, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 is not far behind and shines in its own areas. Its mileage feature, in particular, can be a decisive factor for long-distance drivers. Ultimately, the choice between the two would depend on your specific driving needs and preferences.

Test Profile

Continental
PremiumContact 7
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Michelin
Primacy 4+
Falken
e.Ziex
Number of tests
26
18
13
3
Best position
#1
#1
#1
#2
Average position
2.2
6.1
4.3
3.7
Latest test
2026
2024
2025
2025
Available sizes
66
47
123
34

Wet

Wet
Continental PremiumContact 7
90%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Michelin Primacy 4+
75%
Falken e.Ziex
75%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Continental PremiumContact 7
75%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Michelin Primacy 4+
79%
Falken e.Ziex
68%
Wet braking
Continental PremiumContact 7
94%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Michelin Primacy 4+
79%
Falken e.Ziex
87%
Wet handling
Continental PremiumContact 7
90%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Michelin Primacy 4+
78%
Falken e.Ziex
69%
Aquaplaning - cross
Continental PremiumContact 7
76%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Michelin Primacy 4+
72%
Falken e.Ziex
61%
Wet circle cornering
Continental PremiumContact 7
92%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Michelin Primacy 4+
78%
Falken e.Ziex
77%
Wet side guide
Continental PremiumContact 7
100%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
67%
Michelin Primacy 4+
70%
Falken e.Ziex
73%

Dry

Dry
Continental PremiumContact 7
90%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Falken e.Ziex
85%
Dry handling
Continental PremiumContact 7
85%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Michelin Primacy 4+
83%
Falken e.Ziex
81%
Dry braking
Continental PremiumContact 7
90%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Michelin Primacy 4+
87%
Falken e.Ziex
88%
Dry lane changing
Continental PremiumContact 7
85%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
87%
Michelin Primacy 4+
74%
Falken e.Ziex
87%
Dry steering response
Continental PremiumContact 7
96%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
92%
Michelin Primacy 4+
90%
Falken e.Ziex
73%

Costs

Costs
Continental PremiumContact 7
76%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Falken e.Ziex
80%
Rolling resistance
Continental PremiumContact 7
75%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Michelin Primacy 4+
82%
Falken e.Ziex
95%
Mileage
Continental PremiumContact 7
81%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Michelin Primacy 4+
91%
Falken e.Ziex
60%
Price/value
Continental PremiumContact 7
77%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
97%
Michelin Primacy 4+
51%
Falken e.Ziex
60%

Comfort

Comfort
Continental PremiumContact 7
76%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Michelin Primacy 4+
86%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Comfort
Continental PremiumContact 7
75%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
60%
Michelin Primacy 4+
83%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Exterior noise
Continental PremiumContact 7
69%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Michelin Primacy 4+
77%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Interior noise
Continental PremiumContact 7
88%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
Michelin Primacy 4+
85%

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