Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect vs. Continental SportContact 7 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental). Generally, Continental summer tyres are slightly better rated (88%) than Michelin (83%). When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 88% of Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect has C wet grip rating, whereas 88% of Continental SportContact 7 has A rating. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect is made in France and SportContact 7 is made in Czech Republic/Slovakia/Portugal.