Continental AllSeasonContact 2 vs Viking Fourtech Plus
- TR Score
- 9.5/10
- Owners say
- 83% · 70
- TR Score
- 8.2/10
- Owners say
- 84% · 1
In the 4 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 finished ahead 4 times and the Fourtech Plus not once. The AllSeasonContact 2 lasted 13.4% longer in the wear tests; the Fourtech Plus held 13.1% more grip in curved aquaplaning.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Continental AllSeasonContact 2 for the safest all-round performance, shorter stops, better winter ability, and longer life. Choose Viking FourTech Plus if you prioritize price and aquaplaning security in heavy rain, drive mainly in mild climates, and value lower running costs over ultimate grip.
Where the AllSeasonContact 2 is stronger
- Class-leading dry and wet braking (3-10% shorter across tests)
- Stronger winter capability (snow traction/handling and ice braking edges)
- Lower noise and better wear/mileage (+7-19%)
Where the Fourtech Plus is stronger
- Excellent aquaplaning resistance (straight and curved leads)
- Competitive dry handling feel in one test
- Good environmental/efficiency scores (very low fuel in one test)
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
AllSeasonContact 2 vs Fourtech Plus at a glance
| Category | AllSeasonContact 2 | Gap | Fourtech Plus |
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| Shared tests won4 shared tests | 4 | 0 | |
| Dry5 measurements | 4 | The AllSeasonContact 2 stopped 6.7% shorter in the dry (4 tests) | 1 |
| Wet11 measurements | 7 | The AllSeasonContact 2 stopped 6.1% shorter in the wet (4 tests) | 4 |
| Snow6 measurements | 5 | 1 | |
| Ice1 measurement | 1 | 0 | |
| Comfort2 measurements | 2 | The AllSeasonContact 2 was 0.6 dB quieter (2 tests) | 0 |
| Value7 measurements | 4 | The AllSeasonContact 2 lasted 13.4% longer in the wear tests (2 tests) | 2 |
| Tyre Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.5/10 | The AllSeasonContact 2 by 1.3 | 8.2/10 |
| Owner rating70 and 1 reviews | 83% | Too close to call | 84% |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 140 | 39 sizes made in both | 51 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tyres; a tick marks the tyre ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 4 tests, 2024 to 2025
Each row is one published test in which both tyres ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | AllSeasonContact 2 | Field | Fourtech Plus |
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| 2025 All Season 30 Tyre Braking Test | P7 of 30 | P21 of 30 | |
| 2025 ADAC All Season Tyre Test | P2 of 16 | P8 of 16 | |
| 2024 AutoBild All Season Tyre Test | P2 of 15 | P11 of 15 | |
| 2024 All Season Tyre Market Overview | P3 of 37 | P10 of 37 |
Performance profile
9 measurements from the 4 shared tests, each tyre shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
AllSeasonContact 2
Fourtech Plus
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 36 m stop against 34.2 m is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 92%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 10 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
AllSeasonContact 2
Fourtech Plus
Not ahead in any category
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tyres posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
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| 40.58 | 6.7% | 43.48 | 4-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 94 | 0.9% | 94.8 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 45.85 | 6.1% | 48.65 | 4-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 38.4 | 3.3% | 39.7 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 75.3 | 4.4% | 72.1 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 11.4 | 5.8% | 12.1 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 72.95 | 3.9% | 75.8 | 0-2 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 2.77 | 13.1% | 3.14 | 0-2 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 16.8 | 1.4% | 16.9 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 1,457 | 4.2% | 1,440 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 55.4 | 7.4% | 51.6 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 4.16 | 13% | 3.68 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 15.6 | 0.6% | 15.7 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 72.15 | 0.6 dB | 72.7 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 48,765 | 13.4% | 43,100 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 7.53 | 3.5% | 7.8 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 5.26 | 2.2% | 5.15 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 67 | 2.9% | 69 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 791 | 3.8% | 761 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tyres shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the AllSeasonContact 2 scores 9.5 and the Fourtech Plus 8.2 out of 10.
| AllSeasonContact 2 | Category | Fourtech Plus | ||
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| 87 | Dry | 32 | ||
| 94 | Wet | 78 | ||
| 83 | Comfort | 30 | ||
| 74 | Value | 56 | ||
| 84 | Snow | 61 | ||
| 42 | Ice | 26 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| AllSeasonContact 2 | Category | Fourtech Plus | ||
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| 8.4 | Dry Grip | 8 | ||
| 8.7 | Wet Grip | 8 | ||
| 8 | Road Feedback | 8 | ||
| 8 | Handling | 8 | ||
| 7.9 | Wear | - | ||
| 8.9 | Comfort | 9 | ||
| 8.3 | Snow Grip | 10 | ||
| 7.7 | Ice Grip | 8 | ||
Owners rate the AllSeasonContact 2 83% from 70 reviews and the Fourtech Plus 84% from 1. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Continental AllSeasonContact 2
- 83%from 70 reviews
- 82%would buy again
- 667,287 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners rate the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 highly overall (81% average), most often praising its smooth, comfortable ride and low noise levels, alongside very strong wet grip that inspires confidence. Dry grip is also widely viewed as secure and predictable, and around one in five owners report it coping well in snow for an all-season. The main recurring drawback is steering feel: around one in four owners describe softer, less immediate response, and tread life feedback is mixed, with a noticeable minority reporting faster-than-expected wear.
- Noticeably smoother, more comfortable ride
- Low cabin noise and a refined drive
- Excellent wet grip and confidence in the rain
- Strong dry grip and traction under acceleration
- Steering feels soft or delayed, with a dead spot for some drivers
- Tread life reports are inconsistent, with some seeing faster wear
- Handling can feel less sharp than expected in the dry
Summarised by AI from 61 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 70 AllSeasonContact 2 reviewsI chose XL-rated tires because I tend to drive a bit faster, and they provide better stability with less sidewall flex. I use them only during the winter, and they've been excellent. They are no noisier than winter tires, and in my experience they perform better in about 90% of winter conditions. The only exception is deep snow, where proper winter tires still have an advantage, although these tires handle it quite well too.
Viking Fourtech Plus
- 84%from 1 reviews
- 1,000 milesdriven by reviewers
All 1 Fourtech Plus reviewsA good all season tyre with excellent braking and grip on snow, like a winter tyre. High comfort and low noise.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tyre: 140 sizes of the AllSeasonContact 2 and 51 of the Fourtech Plus, 39 of them made in both.
| Category | AllSeasonContact 2 | Fourtech Plus |
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| Season | All Season | All Season |
| Sizes made | 140 sizes, 15 to 22 inch | 51 sizes, 13 to 19 inch |
| Made in both | 39 sizes 175/65 R15185/55 R15185/60 R15185/65 R15195/60 R15195/65 R15195/45 R16195/55 R16205/55 R16205/60 R16215/55 R16215/60 R16and 27 more | |
| EU label wet grip | B98%C2% | B70%C30% |
| EU label rolling resistance | B75%C20%A4%D1% | C59%D41% |
| EU label noise | 70-73 dB B97%A3% | 71-72 dB B100% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 248 of 248 | 56 of 56 |
| On the market since | - | 2022 |
| Replaced | Continental AllSeasonContact (2017) | - |
| Awards | Highly Recommended: Best All Season Tyres (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Recommended: Best All Season Tyres for SUVs (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Winner: All-Season SUV Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2026/27) | - |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
Continental's AllSeasonContact 2 and Viking's FourTech Plus target the same all-season touring brief, but they approach it from different ends of the market: Continental as a premium, safety-led all-rounder and Viking as a value-focused alternative with strong aquaplaning reserves. Across four shared tests in 17-18-inch fitments, the Continental consistently finishes near the front, while the Viking sits mid-pack.
The data points to a clear pattern: Continental repeatedly delivers shorter stopping distances on dry and wet roads, stronger winter capability, and better longevity, while Viking counters with superior straight-line and curved aquaplaning resistance and sharper dry-handling feel in one test. If you drive often in heavy rain with standing water or prioritize upfront price and fuel use, the Viking has hooks-otherwise the Continental looks like the safer, longer-lasting bet.
Conclusion
Taken as a whole, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 is the more rounded performer. It stops shorter in every dry and wet braking trial (typically 3-10% advantages, up to ~9.7% in wet), ranks materially higher overall (2/16 and 2/17 in major tests vs 8/16 and 11/17), and adds meaningful winter headroom with better snow traction/handling and a small edge on ice. It also wears slower (+7-19% mileage in two tests) and keeps noise slightly lower, supporting its premium brief.
The Viking FourTech Plus brings real strengths: best-in-pair aquaplaning reserves (straight +3-4 km/h; curved +12-14%) that inspire confidence in deep water, a nimble dry-handling result in one test, lower abrasion/fuel in a 2024 panel, and better headline value. For commuters frequently facing heavy rain and standing water, or budget-led buyers in milder climates with infrequent snow, it's a sensible pick. For most drivers seeking the safest, most consistent year-round grip and longer service life, the Continental is the clear choice.
AllSeasonContact 2 vs Fourtech Plus: your questions
Is the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 or the Viking Fourtech Plus the better tyre?
In the 4 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 finished ahead 4 times and the Fourtech Plus not once. On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the AllSeasonContact 2 scores 9.5 and the Fourtech Plus 8.2 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the AllSeasonContact 2 or the Fourtech Plus?
The AllSeasonContact 2 led 7 of the 11 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 6.1% shorter in the wet across 4 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The AllSeasonContact 2 led 4 of the 5 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 6.7% shorter in the dry across 4 tests.
Which is better in snow?
The AllSeasonContact 2 led 5 of the 6 snow measurements the shared tests recorded.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The AllSeasonContact 2 lasted 13.4% longer in the wear tests (2 tests); the Fourtech Plus used 2.2% less fuel (2 tests).
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The AllSeasonContact 2 was 0.6 dB quieter (2 tests). Owners rate comfort 8.9/10 for the AllSeasonContact 2 and 9/10 for the Fourtech Plus.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the AllSeasonContact 2 83% from 70 reviews and the Fourtech Plus 84% from 1.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The AllSeasonContact 2 is made in 140 sizes (15 to 22 inch) and the Fourtech Plus in 51 (13 to 19 inch). 39 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the AllSeasonContact 2 is graded B for wet grip and B for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Fourtech Plus B and C.
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Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tyres ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
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Who does the testing
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