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Comparison: Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Continental PremiumContact 6

Mutual tests overview

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

Tests used in comparison (4)

Organization Season Year Dimension Action
GTÜ GTÜ
Summer
2021 225/45 R17 View
Autobild Autobild
Summer
2021 205/55 R16 View
ADAC ADAC
Summer
2021 205/55 R16 View
Teknikens Teknikens
Summer
2020 225/50 R17 View

The Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 and Continental PremiumContact 6 are top-reviewed summer tyres from respective top manufacturers, Goodyear and Continental. These have been a subject of multiple tests, frequently ending in top positions, providing reliable and excellent performance.


Based on our ratings, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 has a score of 84% while the Continental PremiumContact 6 scores a very close 83%.


In ADAC's test, out of 15 tyres, the PremiumContact 6 claimed the first position presenting exemplary wet braking and wet handling, while the Goodyear tyre placed fourth. Although in the GTÜ test the positions were flipped (Goodyear ended 9th and Continental 6th out of 9 tested tyres), Goodyear excelled in dry handling, exterior noise, and wet performances, Continental showcased slightly better with strengths consisting of characteristics like dry and wet handling and braking.


In a comprehensive test by Autobild that evaluated 53 tyres, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 achieved an impressive position for its value, comfort, and mileage, syncing in tremendous harmony with Continental that held the 4th position for its superb wet braking.


In Teknikens test, Goodyear took the second position out of 10 tyres tested, outperforming Continental, which ended up as fourth. However, Continental still managed to leave an impressive mark with its wet braking feature.


Nonetheless, it should be noted that the Continental PremiumContact 6 has gotten replaced by the Continental PremiumContact 7. Therefore, users looking for the very latest model might want to consider tyre's successor.


To summarize, both tyres have their strengths and weaknesses. The Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 stands out in terms of dry and wet handling and excels in comfort and value for the price; on the other hand, the Continental PremiumContact 6 undoubtedly shines with its wet performance and safety-associated braking, whether on dry or wet surfaces. Therefore, either of these can be a great choice depending on personal preference and primary needs.

Performance comparison

Averaged from 4 tests

Wet Performance
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
66%
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Continental PremiumContact 6
76%
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Wet Braking
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Continental PremiumContact 6
98%
Wet Handling
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
61%
Continental PremiumContact 6
81%
Best: Firestone Roadhawk (92.0%)
Wet Circle Cornering
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Continental PremiumContact 6
91%
Best: Nexen N Fera Sport (100.0%)
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
52%
Continental PremiumContact 6
73%
Best: Nokian Hakka Blue 2 (100.0%)
Aquaplaning Cross
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
41%
Continental PremiumContact 6
38%
Best: Maxxis Premitra HP5 (95.0%)
Best in category: Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 (85.8%)
Dry Performance
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Continental PremiumContact 6
81%
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Dry Braking
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Continental PremiumContact 6
84%
Best: Nexen N Fera Sport (96.0%)
Dry Handling
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
74%
Continental PremiumContact 6
78%
Best in category: Nokian Wetproof (92.0%)
Comfort & Noise
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
81%
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Continental PremiumContact 6
65%
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Noise Exterior
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
70%
Continental PremiumContact 6
58%
Best: Kleber Dynaxer HP4 (90.0%)
Noise Interior
Continental PremiumContact 6
74%
Ride Comfort
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Continental PremiumContact 6
62%
Best: Michelin Primacy 4 (91.0%)
Best in category: GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2 (90.0%)
Economy
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
94%
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Continental PremiumContact 6
71%
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Rolling Resistance
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
87%
Continental PremiumContact 6
57%
Fuel Efficiency
Continental PremiumContact 6
82%
Best: Michelin Primacy 4 (100.0%)
Mileage
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Continental PremiumContact 6
73%
Best in category: GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2 (100.0%)

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