Continental AllSeasonContact 2 vs Dunlop All Season 2
The headline pattern is clear: Continental dominates braking and control on dry and especially wet roads, regularly stopping 5-9% shorter in the wet and carrying 2-4% more speed through wet handling tests. Dunlop counters with exceptional durability, lower abrasion, and stronger cost-per-km metrics, plus slightly better aquaplaning margins and a small edge in certain winter subtests like ice braking.
Test Results
Independent comparison tyre tests are the best source of data to get tyre information from, and the good news is there have been five tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Continental AllSeasonContact 2 | five |
While it might look like the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 is better than the Dunlop All Season 2 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tyres are very complicated objects which means where one tyre is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tyres compare across multiple tyre test categories.
Key Strengths
- Class-leading wet and dry braking (e.g., −7% wet, −5% dry vs. Dunlop in ADAC)
- Consistent high placements (P2 in major 2024-2025 tests)
- Precise, stable handling with low noise
- Balanced winter ability with strong snow traction/handling
- Outstanding mileage and very low abrasion (≈30-40% longer life)
- Strong value/cost per 1,000 km
- Better aquaplaning resistance in several tests (straight and curved)
- Competitive winter performance with an edge on ice braking
Dry Braking
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during five dry braking tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 stopped the vehicle in 3.6% less distance than the Dunlop All Season 2.
Best In Dry Braking: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
See how the Dry Braking winner was calculated >>
Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during two dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was 1.03% faster around a lap than the Dunlop All Season 2.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
See how the Dry Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Braking
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during five wet braking tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 stopped the vehicle in 7.5% less distance than the Dunlop All Season 2.
Best In Wet Braking: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
See how the Wet Braking winner was calculated >>
Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 stopped the vehicle in 4.48% less distance than the Dunlop All Season 2.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
See how the Wet Braking - Concrete winner was calculated >>
Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during two wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was 3.93% faster around a wet lap than the Dunlop All Season 2.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
See how the Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Circle
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during two wet circle tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was 3.25% faster around a wet circle than the Dunlop All Season 2.
Best In Wet Circle: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
See how the Wet Circle winner was calculated >>
Straight Aqua
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during two straight aqua tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 floated at a 0.41% higher speed than the Dunlop All Season 2.
Best In Straight Aqua: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
See how the Straight Aqua winner was calculated >>
Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Dunlop All Season 2 was better during three curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Dunlop All Season 2 slipped out at a 5.17% higher speed than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Dunlop All Season 2
See how the Curved Aquaplaning winner was calculated >>
Snow Braking
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Dunlop All Season 2 was better during one snow braking tests. On average the Dunlop All Season 2 stopped the vehicle in 0.37% less distance than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Snow Braking: Dunlop All Season 2
See how the Snow Braking winner was calculated >>
Snow Traction
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during two snow traction tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 had 1.31% better snow traction than the Dunlop All Season 2.
Best In Snow Traction: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
See how the Snow Traction winner was calculated >>
Snow Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during one snow handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was 1.85% faster around a lap than the Dunlop All Season 2.
Best In Snow Handling [Km/H]: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
See how the Snow Handling winner was calculated >>
Snow Circle
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during one snow circle tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 provided 3.99% more lateral grip than the Dunlop All Season 2.
Best In Snow Circle: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
See how the Snow Circle winner was calculated >>
Snow Slalom
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during one snow slalom tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was 6.97% faster through a slalom than the Dunlop All Season 2.
Best In Snow Slalom: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
See how the Snow Slalom winner was calculated >>
Ice Braking
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Dunlop All Season 2 was better during one ice braking tests. On average the Dunlop All Season 2 stopped the vehicle 5.13% shorter than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Ice Braking: Dunlop All Season 2
See how the Ice Braking winner was calculated >>
Noise
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during three noise tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 measured 1.19% quieter than the Dunlop All Season 2.
Best In Noise: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
See how the Noise winner was calculated >>
Wear
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Dunlop All Season 2 was better during three wear tests. On average the Dunlop All Season 2 is predicted to cover 26.44% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Wear: Dunlop All Season 2
See how the Wear winner was calculated >>
Value
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Dunlop All Season 2 was better during three value tests. On average the Dunlop All Season 2 proved to have a 39.81% better value based on price/1000km than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Value: Dunlop All Season 2
See how the Value winner was calculated >>
Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Dunlop All Season 2 was better during one rolling resistance tests. On average the Dunlop All Season 2 had a 3.78% lower rolling resistance than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Dunlop All Season 2
See how the Rolling Resistance winner was calculated >>
Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Dunlop All Season 2 was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Dunlop All Season 2 used 0.19% less fuel than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Dunlop All Season 2
See how the Fuel Consumption winner was calculated >>
Abrasion
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Dunlop All Season 2 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Dunlop All Season 2 emitted 22.39% less particle wear matter than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Abrasion: Dunlop All Season 2
See how the Abrasion winner was calculated >>
Real World Driver Reviews
Continental AllSeasonContact 2 Driver Reviews
Most drivers rate the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 highly, praising its excellent wet grip and braking, quiet and comfortable ride, and balanced performance across seasons, including competent snow traction. Many high-scoring reviews also note strong longevity and good efficiency/low rolling resistance. The main drawbacks reported by a noticeable minority are a softer sidewall feel with vague/less precise steering (especially in warm, dry conditions or at higher speeds) and some mixed reports of faster front-axle wear. Overall, it's a confident, well-rounded choice for mild climates and everyday driving.
Based on 45 reviews with an average rating of 83%
Dunlop All Season 2 Driver Reviews
Drivers of the Dunlop All Season 2 report a strongly positive experience overall, with standout wet grip and reassuring all-season performance. Many highlight excellent tread life and overall safety/confidence, with some even calling it the best tyre they've owned. A minority note elevated noise or squeal, and a few mixed comments appear on sporty/dry handling, but these are not widespread.
Based on 6 reviews with an average rating of 78%
Conclusion
The Dunlop All Season 2 is the cost-per-mile winner. It consistently delivers 30-40% longer projected mileage with lower abrasion and competitive fuel consumption, making it a smart pick for high-mileage drivers. However, its weaker wet and dry braking and modest handling precision mean a trade-off in active safety margins, offset partly by better aquaplaning resistance and solid winter competence. In short: Continental for performance and year-round control; Dunlop for wallet-friendly longevity.
Key Differences
- Safety margin: Continental stops 6-9% shorter in wet braking across tests.
- Dry road control: Continental brakes 2-6% shorter and handles more precisely.
- Aquaplaning: Dunlop often resists aquaplaning better (straight/curved wins).
- Longevity: Dunlop projects 30-41% higher mileage with lower abrasion.
- Value: Dunlop offers notably better cost per 1,000 km.
- Noise/refinement: Continental runs quieter by ~1-1.5 dB in measured tests.
Overall Winner: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tyre has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tyre buying choice.Similar Comparisons
Looking for more tyre comparisons? Here are other direct comparisons involving these tyres:
Footnote
This page has been developed using tyre industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tyres in the same test.
Why is this important? Tyre testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tyre test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tyre tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tyre Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tyre comparison, Tyre Reviews doesn't.