Comparison: Continental UltraContact vs. Hankook Ventus Prime 4 vs. Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV vs. Falken e.Ziex

Premium

Continental

UltraContact

VS

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Hankook wins on wet grip and value; Continental leads on dry braking and long tread life.

Continental UltraContact and Hankook Ventus Prime 4 are both premium summer tourers, but they approach the brief from different angles. The Continental earns its place through exceptional dry braking and outstanding mileage — a tyre built around long-term safety and economy. The Hankook Ventus Prime 4, successor to the bestselling Ventus Prime 3, counters with sharper wet-weather ability, better aquaplaning resistance and a vastly wider size range at a friendlier price point. In their one shared test, ADAC 2023 on 205/55 R16 across a 50-tyre field, Continental finished seventh and the Hankook ninth — both rated good, with the Continental holding a narrow lead.

UltraContact

Good for

Drivers prioritising dry braking safety above all High-mileage users wanting the longest tread life Fuel-conscious motorway commuters Drivers in predominantly dry climates

Not ideal for

Drivers frequently encountering standing water Those seeking best all-round wet performance Budget-conscious buyers prioritising value

Ventus Prime 4

Good for

Drivers wanting balanced wet and dry performance Value-seeking buyers expecting premium safety Those needing a wide choice of fitment sizes Everyday mixed-road and urban commuters

Not ideal for

Drivers prioritising maximum dry braking above all Those seeking the longest possible tyre lifespan

Test Profile

UltraContact

Ventus Prime 4

Efficientgrip 2 SUV

e.Ziex

Number of tests

1

14

5

3

Best position

#7

#2

#1

#2

Average position

7.0

6.3

2.2

3.7

Latest test

2023

2026

2025

Available sizes

87

532

63

36

Tread pattern comparison

Continental UltraContact

Hankook Ventus Prime 4

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Verdict

Both tyres earn a place in the premium summer segment, but they suit different buyers. If dry braking safety and exceptional longevity are the priorities, the Continental UltraContact makes a compelling case — though its aquaplaning weakness and modest wet composure remain genuine concerns. The Hankook Ventus Prime 4 is the more complete everyday package: better aquaplaning, stronger overall wet performance, available in far more sizes (223 versus 64), and rated considerably higher overall at 73/100 versus Continental's 53/100. Its extraordinary owner satisfaction — a near-perfect 99/100 average across 42 TyreReviews ratings — reflects a tyre that consistently delivers in real-world conditions. For most drivers on mixed roads, the Hankook is the better-balanced and better-value choice.