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Comparison: Continental PremiumContact 7 vs. Semperit Speed-Life 3

Mutual tests overview

Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results

Tests used in comparison (2)

Organization Season Year Dimension Action
ADAC ADAC
Summer
2024 215/55 R17 View
Autoklub ČR Autoklub ČR
Summer
2023 205/55 R16 View

When comparing the Continental PremiumContact 7 and the Semperit Speed-Life 3, there are key differences and strengths in each. Both are high performing, summer tyres, but their performance varies in different tests.


The Continental PremiumContact 7 is a touring model that replaces the previous Continental PremiumContact 6 and Continental ContiPremiumContact 5. It is made in various countries including France, Slovakia, Germany, and the Czech Republic. In terms of our rating, it got an impressive score of 97%.


In the Autobild test, it occupied the 5th position out of 50 tyrees tested and excelled in aspects like Aquaplaning - longitudal, Rolling resistance, Dry braking, Wet braking, and the Wet circle cornering. It was rated 1st in both the ADAC and Autoklub ČR tests, highlighting its excellent performance in Comfort, Dry handling, Dry braking, Wet braking, and Wet handling.


On the other hand, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 is the successor of the Semperit Speed Life. It achieved a rating of 47% in our testing. In the Autobild test, it was rated 41st out of 50, and performed less optimally in the ADAC test as well, where it scored the 14th position. Despite this, it showed strengths in handling on wet surfaces and provided good efficiency with a relatively low wear rate and fuel consumption.


Overall, the Continental PremiumContact 7 stands out in the comparison with impressive performance in various tests and categories. However, Semperit Speed-Life 3 offers good handling on wet roads and is a reasonable option for users who prioritize efficiency.


For more details please visit Continental and Semperit's official pages. It is essential to determine your driving style and needs in order to choose the right tyre.

Performance comparison

Averaged from 2 tests

Wet Performance
Continental PremiumContact 7
85%
Continental
PremiumContact 7
Semperit Speed-Life 3
74%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Wet Braking
Continental PremiumContact 7
100%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
62%
Wet Handling
Continental PremiumContact 7
100%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
74%
Wet Circle Cornering
Continental PremiumContact 7
92%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
70%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Continental PremiumContact 7
74%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
88%
Aquaplaning Cross
Continental PremiumContact 7
59%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
78%
Best in category: Vredestein Ultrac (92.6%)
Dry Performance
Continental PremiumContact 7
100%
Continental
PremiumContact 7
Semperit Speed-Life 3
58%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Dry Braking
Continental PremiumContact 7
100%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
57%
Dry Handling
Continental PremiumContact 7
99%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
58%
Comfort & Noise
Continental PremiumContact 7
83%
Continental
PremiumContact 7
Semperit Speed-Life 3
75%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Noise Exterior
Continental PremiumContact 7
83%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
78%
Best: Sailun Atrezzo ZSR 2 (100.0%)
Noise Interior
Continental PremiumContact 7
82%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
71%
Best in category: Nokian Wetproof (100.0%)
Economy
Continental PremiumContact 7
76%
Continental
PremiumContact 7
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Rolling Resistance
Continental PremiumContact 7
63%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
67%
Mileage
Continental PremiumContact 7
89%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
79%
Best: Kumho Ecsta HS52 (100.0%)
Best in category: Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 (100.0%)

Performance spider chart

Visual comparison of all performance categories from mutual tests.

Dimensions and prices

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