Comparison: Matador MP47 Hectorra 3 vs. Continental UltraContact NXT

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Slovakia (Matador) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental). Matador is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Continental summer tyres are slightly better rated (92%) than Matador (9%). The first tyre test of Matador MP47 Hectorra 3 was done in 2019, compared to 2025 when was the Continental UltraContact NXT first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 54% of Matador MP47 Hectorra 3 has C wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Continental UltraContact NXT has A rating.