Continental PremiumContact 7 vs Vredestein Ultrac Pro
Across three 2025 tests in 225/40-45 R18, the Continental consistently outperformed the Vredestein in overall ranking (4/21, 2/10, 8/52 vs 13/21, 6/10, 18/52). The data shows the PremiumContact 7 repeatedly braking shorter-especially in the wet-and delivering better wear, efficiency, and comfort, while the Ultrac Pro counters with strong straight-line aquaplaning and low noise.
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 three tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Continental PremiumContact 7 | three |
While it might look like the Continental PremiumContact 7 is better than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro 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 braking and wet handling consistency (9-12% shorter wet stops)
- Very good mileage and lower cost per 1,000 km (+30-40% wear advantage)
- Balanced dynamics with precise steering and high comfort
- Lower rolling resistance and strong overall value
- Strong straight-line aquaplaning resistance
- Low exterior noise; good ride comfort
- Predictable handling, secure everyday manners
- Reasonable efficiency and abrasion control (wins abrasion in one test)
Dry Braking
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during three dry braking tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 stopped the vehicle in 2.09% less distance than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.
Best In Dry Braking: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during one dry handling [s] tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 was 0.43% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during one dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 was 2% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during three wet braking tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 stopped the vehicle in 10.21% less distance than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.
Best In Wet Braking: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during one wet handling [s] tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 was 3.31% faster around a wet lap than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during one wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 was 2.6% faster around a wet lap than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during two wet circle tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 was 1.85% faster around a wet circle than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.
Best In Wet Circle: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was better during one straight aqua tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac Pro floated at a 1.91% higher speed than the Continental PremiumContact 7.
Best In Straight Aqua: Vredestein Ultrac Pro
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during one curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 slipped out at a 0.59% higher speed than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during one subj. comfort tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 scored 20% more points than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Noise
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was better during one noise tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac Pro measured 1.05% quieter than the Continental PremiumContact 7.
Best In Noise: Vredestein Ultrac Pro
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Wear
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during two wear tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 is predicted to cover 26.28% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.
Best In Wear: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Value
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during two value tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 proved to have a 17.01% better value based on price/1000km than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.
Best In Value: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during two rolling resistance tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 had a 7.65% lower rolling resistance than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 and Vredestein Ultrac Pro performed equally well in abrasion tests.
Best In Abrasion: Both tyres performed equally well
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Real World Driver Reviews
Continental PremiumContact 7 Driver Reviews
Drivers of the Continental PremiumContact 7 overwhelmingly praise its outstanding wet and dry grip, strong braking, and confidence-inspiring handling, often noting clear improvements over the PC6. Many also report solid comfort and better aquaplaning resistance, though experiences vary by car. The most frequent drawbacks are higher road noise on coarse asphalt and, for a subset of users, faster tread wear; a few enthusiasts note soft sidewalls that reduce steering precision. Overall sentiment is strongly positive given the high number of top-scoring reviews.
Based on 48 reviews with an average rating of 83%
Vredestein Ultrac Pro Driver Reviews
Drivers largely praise the Vredestein Ultrac Pro for strong dry and wet grip, confident handling, and notably good ride comfort, with several noting premium feel and value. High-scoring reviews highlight short braking distances, stability, and decent wear for aggressive or heavy vehicles. A minority report concerns include poor performance in very cold (sub-5°C) conditions and one case of premature wear/delamination. Overall, the Ultrac Pro delivers balanced performance with comfort-focused tuning and attractive design.
Based on 6 reviews with an average rating of 81%
Conclusion
The Ultrac Pro is competitive in aquaplaning resistance (even winning straight-ahead in one test) and runs quietly, offering agreeable everyday comfort. However, delayed turn-in, longer wet stops, and lower mileage reduce its overall value proposition versus the Continental. For buyers prioritizing wet safety, longevity, and balanced dynamics, choose the PremiumContact 7. If you value calm noise levels and strong hydroplaning reserves at a likely lower entry price than top-tier brands-and can accept average wet braking-the Ultrac Pro remains a sensible mid-pack choice.
Key Differences
- Wet braking: Continental consistently shorter (up to ~11.6% advantage)
- Wet handling/grip: Continental faster on laps and circle; more predictable at the limit
- Dry braking: Continental small but repeatable edge (~1-4%)
- Steering/turn-in: Continental more responsive; Vredestein shows delayed turn-in
- Wear and value: Continental markedly longer life and lower cost per 1,000 km
- Efficiency: Continental lower rolling resistance; Vredestein quieter externally
- Aquaplaning: Vredestein stronger in straight-line in one test; Continental more rounded including curved
- Comfort: Continental higher subjective comfort scores
Overall Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Continental PremiumContact 7 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
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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.