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Comparison: Dunlop Sport BluResponse vs. Continental PremiumContact 7

The Dunlop Sport BluResponse and the Continental PremiumContact 7 are both summer tyres with distinct characteristics and performances as per various tyre tests.


Starting with the Dunlop Sport BluResponse, this model demonstrates good fuel-saving rolling resistance as per Autobild's testing, standing as one of its top features. However, it did not perform remarkably with consistency in various tests. The Dunlop Sport BluResponse secured 20th position out of 55 tyres tested in Autobild, and 12th out of 19 in the Autoklub ČR test. The tyre's wet grip fell onto the average category, but it did show excellent aquaplaning properties and short dry braking distances


On the other hand, the Continental PremiumContact 7, the latest in the Continental's PremiumContact lineup, following the PremiumContact 6 and ContiPremiumContact 5, shows exemplary performance in both wet and dry conditions. Testament to this, it came in 1st position in both Autobild and Autoklub ČR tests with dry and wet braking as well as wet circle cornering, and comfort being its top features. Its stellar performance and high ratings depict a premium profile with optimal driving capabilities. This model also offers short dry and wet braking distances along with good mileage.


In conclusion, if the comparison is to be drawn, the Continental PremiumContact 7 outperforms the Dunlop Sport BluResponse in all the practical aspects of the test, with a perfect total score of 97% on our site.


However, if you are looking for something fuel-efficient and are working within a budget, the Dunlop Sport BluResponse might be a good fit for you with a 67% total score on our site. It's strength in fuel-efficient rolling resistance makes it a suitable pick for such buyers. Make sure you visit each Dunlop's and Contintental's official website to find the best model for your needs.

Test Profile

Dunlop
Sport BluResponse
Continental
PremiumContact 7
Number of tests
18
26
Best position
#2
#1
Average position
8.3
2.2
Latest test
2024
2026
Available sizes
78
66

Wet

Wet
Dunlop Sport BluResponse
73%
Continental PremiumContact 7
90%
Aquaplaning - cross
Dunlop Sport BluResponse
86%
Continental PremiumContact 7
67%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Dunlop Sport BluResponse
66%
Continental PremiumContact 7
75%
Wet braking
Dunlop Sport BluResponse
56%
Continental PremiumContact 7
96%
Wet handling
Dunlop Sport BluResponse
59%
Continental PremiumContact 7
92%
Wet circle cornering
Dunlop Sport BluResponse
59%
Continental PremiumContact 7
94%

Dry

Dry
Dunlop Sport BluResponse
84%
Continental PremiumContact 7
90%
Dry braking
Dunlop Sport BluResponse
71%
Continental PremiumContact 7
95%
Dry handling
Dunlop Sport BluResponse
69%
Continental PremiumContact 7
88%

Comfort

Comfort
Dunlop Sport BluResponse
76%
Continental PremiumContact 7
76%
Exterior noise
Dunlop Sport BluResponse
64%
Continental PremiumContact 7
80%
Comfort
Dunlop Sport BluResponse
78%
Continental PremiumContact 7
85%

Costs

Costs
Dunlop Sport BluResponse
73%
Continental PremiumContact 7
76%
Rolling resistance
Dunlop Sport BluResponse
92%
Continental PremiumContact 7
69%

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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 3 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.

Mutual tests

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2024205/55 R16View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2024205/55 R16View
Autoklub ČRAutoklub ČR
Summer
2023205/55 R16View

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