Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect vs. Continental UltraContact NXT

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental). The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect was done in 2022, compared to 2025 when was the Continental UltraContact NXT first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 93% of Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect has C wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Continental UltraContact NXT has A rating. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect is made in France and UltraContact NXT is made in Portugal.