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Comparison: Nokian zLine vs. Continental UltraContact NXT

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental). Generally, Continental summer tyres are slightly better rated (92%) than Nokian (60%). The first tyre test of Nokian zLine was done in 2015, compared to 2025 when was the Continental UltraContact NXT first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Nokian zLine dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Continental UltraContact NXT also have A wet ratings.

Test Profile

Nokian
zLine
Continental
UltraContact NXT
Number of tests
8
2
Best position
#3
#1
Average position
7.4
1.0
Latest test
2018
2025
Available sizes
45
23

Wet

Wet
Nokian zLine
82%
Continental UltraContact NXT
56%
Wet handling
Nokian zLine
85%
Continental UltraContact NXT
45%
Aquaplaning - cross
Nokian zLine
75%
Continental UltraContact NXT
68%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Nokian zLine
83%
Continental UltraContact NXT
65%
Wet braking
Nokian zLine
90%
Continental UltraContact NXT
51%

Dry

Dry
Nokian zLine
89%
Continental UltraContact NXT
75%
Dry handling
Nokian zLine
93%
Continental UltraContact NXT
51%
Dry braking
Nokian zLine
85%
Continental UltraContact NXT
63%

Comfort

Comfort
Nokian zLine
75%
Continental UltraContact NXT
44%
Exterior noise
Nokian zLine
75%
Continental UltraContact NXT
42%

Costs

Costs
Nokian zLine
90%
Continental UltraContact NXT
88%
Rolling resistance
Nokian zLine
90%
Continental UltraContact NXT
88%

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