Segment
1. Continental PremiumContact 6 Premium2. Nokian zLine Upper-middle
Comparison: Nokian zLine vs. Continental PremiumContact 6
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| Dimensions | R16 - R21 | R15 - R22 | |
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When it comes to summer tyres, two products that have garnered substantial attention are the Nokian zLine and the Continental PremiumContact 6.
The Nokian zLine tyre doesn't have a predecessor. Despite that, it encountered fierce competition in its sector. In the Automotorsport tyre tests, the Nokian zLine secured sixth place out of eleven tyres; however, in the ACE test, it outshone many of its rivals by clinching the third position. Its strength, as revealed by these tests, lies specifically in dry handling. Unfortunately, the Nokian zLine was not as successful in the Autobild tests, where it obtained the twentieth position out of fifty-two tyres. At this time, it has not been replaced by any newer model.
On the other hand, originating from the renowned Continental brand, the Continental PremiumContact 6 is the successor of the well-regarded Continental ContiPremiumContact 5. This tyre showed significant improvements on its predecessor, as reflected in its critically acclaimed rating of 83% on our website. The Continental PremiumContact 6 excelled in the Automotorsport tests, scoring second place with its dry handling, dry handling - objective and dry lane changing noted as its best features. In the ACE tests, which concentrated on dry driving behaviour, it took a respectable fifth place. In the Autobild tests, it triumphed by securing the first position out of fifty-two tyres. It is crafted in SK, DE, and CZ factories. Currently, this model has been succeeded by the Continental PremiumContact 7.
In summary, the Nokian zLine offers commendable dry handling, making it a reliable choice for summer conditions. However, the Continental PremiumContact 6 has proven its superiority through consistent strong performances in various tests, with the capability to deliver solid dry handling, efficient dry lane changing, and a commendable dry driving manner. Considering all test results, it is clear that the Continental PremiumContact 6 leads the competition, becoming a preferable pick for those in search of a trustworthy and high-performing summer tyre.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
2. Nokian zLine 20.
Average position in tests
2. Nokian zLine 7.38
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Continental PremiumContact 6 Exemplary2. Nokian zLine Recommended
Worst rating in test
1. Nokian zLine Recommended2. Continental PremiumContact 6 Recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
1. Nokian zLine 75%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
1. Nokian zLine 83%
Wet braking
1. Nokian zLine 90%
Wet handling
2. Nokian zLine 85%
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
2. Nokian zLine 85%
Dry handling
1. Nokian zLine 93%
Costs
(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
1. Nokian zLine 90%
Fuel consumption according to EU label
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
2. Nokian zLine 75%
Outside noise accoring to EU label
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Mutual tests
| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | |||
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| Best values in test | 9,4 | 9,8 | 9,3 | 10 | |||
| Nokian zLine | 7,8 | 8,0 | 7,3 | 9,0 | |||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 | 8,5 | 8,5 | 8,7 | 8,0 | |||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | 150 | 55 | 39 | 14 | 7 | ||
| Nokian zLine Rating: Recommended | 149 | 63 | 47 | 18 | 7 | ||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Recommended | 145 | 63 | 48 | 18 | 7 | ||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 34,6 | |||||
| Nokian zLine | 36,1 | 40,2 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 | 34,9 | 35 | |||||
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