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Comparison: Semperit Speed-Life 2 vs. Continental PremiumContact 6 vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71

1 mutual test(s) with detailed data

In this comparison, we'll focus on two notable summer tyres - the Semperit Speed-Life 2 and the Continental PremiumContact 6. These tyres, manufactured by Semperit and Continental respectively, have been the subject of numerous tests, and are highly recommended for drivers seeking reliability from their summer tyres.


Beginning with the Semperit Speed-Life 2, it's important to note that this model hasn't had any prior or successor tyre models. This summer tyre has shown a robust performance in tests. The best feature of this tyre, as proven by ACE's tests, where it earned tenth place out of eleven competitors, is its excellent rolling resistance. However, it's worth checking out its successor, the Semperit Speed-Life 3, which could provide a better drive and performance.


Moving onto the Continental PremiumContact 6, it succeeded the Continental ContiPremiumContact 5 and was later replaced by the Continental PremiumContact 7. This touring tyre is made in Slovakia, Germany and Czechia and has impressively scored an overall rating of 83% in our tests. It performed remarkably in the Autobild test, securing 8th position over 53 tyres, standing out for its excellent dry handling, mileage, and price/value ratio. Further, in ACE's comparison, it bagged 5th place with dry driving behavior as its best feature.


Reviewing the test results and specifics of both the tyres, the Continental PremiumContact 6 significantly outperforms the Semperit Speed-Life 2. While the Speed-Life 2 has commendable rolling resistance, the PremiumContact 6 excels in multiple areas like dry handling and mileage. Plus, the latter's very favourable position in autobild's test that included a larger pool of 53 tyres strengthens its standing.


In conclusion, while both tyres have their strengths, any driver seeking a more comprehensive set of advantages in their summer tyre won't be disappointed with the Continental PremiumContact 6.

Test Profile

Semperit
Speed-Life 2
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Kumho
Ecsta PS71
Number of tests
7
36
15
Best position
#3
#1
#2
Average position
13.7
3.1
9.0
Latest test
2020
2023
2025
Available sizes
82
296
225

Performance comparison

Wet Performance
Semperit Speed-Life 2
70%
Semperit
Speed-Life 2
Continental PremiumContact 6
81%
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Kumho Ecsta PS71
85%
Kumho
Ecsta PS71
Wet Braking
Semperit Speed-Life 2
73%
Continental PremiumContact 6
90%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
90%
Wet Handling
Semperit Speed-Life 2
65%
Continental PremiumContact 6
85%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
85%
Wet Circle Cornering
Semperit Speed-Life 2
40%
Continental PremiumContact 6
80%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
60%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Semperit Speed-Life 2
88%
Continental PremiumContact 6
83%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
93%
Aquaplaning Cross
Semperit Speed-Life 2
85%
Continental PremiumContact 6
65%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
95%
Dry Performance
Semperit Speed-Life 2
76%
Semperit
Speed-Life 2
Continental PremiumContact 6
86%
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Kumho Ecsta PS71
85%
Kumho
Ecsta PS71
Dry Braking
Semperit Speed-Life 2
78%
Continental PremiumContact 6
92%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
82%
Dry Handling
Semperit Speed-Life 2
73%
Continental PremiumContact 6
80%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
87%
Comfort & Noise
Semperit Speed-Life 2
85%
Semperit
Speed-Life 2
Continental PremiumContact 6
75%
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Kumho Ecsta PS71
95%
Kumho
Ecsta PS71
Noise Exterior
Semperit Speed-Life 2
85%
Continental PremiumContact 6
75%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
95%
Economy
Semperit Speed-Life 2
100%
Semperit
Speed-Life 2
Continental PremiumContact 6
90%
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Kumho Ecsta PS71
70%
Kumho
Ecsta PS71
Rolling Resistance
Semperit Speed-Life 2
100%
Continental PremiumContact 6
90%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
70%

Tests used in comparison

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
ACEACE
Summer
2018235/45 R18View

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