Bridgestone Turanza 6 vs Continental PremiumContact 7
What makes this comparison interesting is that it's not a case of one tyre being “bad”: the Turanza 6 often posts respectable, safe results and even strong durability/efficiency metrics, yet it's frequently outpaced on core dynamic measures that most tests weight heavily (wet braking, wet handling, dry braking and steering precision). If your priority is confident wet-road performance and top overall rankings, the Continental's pattern is hard to ignore; if you're trying to cut energy use (particularly on EVs) and keep cabin noise down, the Bridgestone's engineering focus becomes very relevant.
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 twelve tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Continental PremiumContact 7 | twelve |
While it might look like the Continental PremiumContact 7 is better than the Bridgestone Turanza 6 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
- Exceptionally low rolling resistance across tests (often best-in-test), supporting fuel savings and EV range
- Generally low measured noise levels vs the Continental in many comparisons (often 1-3 dB quieter in reported tests)
- Often strong durability/environment metrics in some tests (e.g., 55,600 km wear result in 2026 ADAC; low abrasion in some datasets)
- Can be competitive in certain aquaplaning metrics in some sizes/tests (including occasional wins in straight or curved aquaplaning)
- Best-in-class braking consistency: wins dry braking and wet braking in all shared tests (12/12 for each category)
- Stronger wet handling and wet grip overall, frequently with sizeable time/score advantages (e.g., 2026 Motor wet handling 69.4 s vs 75.2 s)
- More precise, confidence-inspiring steering/limit behaviour per multiple test reports; regularly top subjective handling scores
- Typically strong all-round ranking performance (test winner in every shared overall result), combining wet safety with competitive dry dynamics
Dry Braking
Looking at data from twelve tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during twelve dry braking tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 stopped the vehicle in 4.88% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Dry Braking: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during three dry handling [s] tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 was 2.59% faster around a lap than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during three dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 was 0.97% faster around a lap than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during four subj. dry handling tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 scored 10.72% more points than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from twelve tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during twelve wet braking tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 stopped the vehicle in 7.78% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wet Braking: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during two wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 stopped the vehicle in 16.48% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during five wet handling [s] tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 was 4.48% faster around a wet lap than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during three wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 was 2.38% faster around a wet lap than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during two subj. wet handling tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 scored 11.83% more points than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during two wet circle tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 was 3.71% faster around a wet circle than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wet Circle: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from ten tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during seven straight aqua tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 floated at a 1.01% higher speed than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Straight Aqua: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from seven tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during five curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 slipped out at a 2.05% higher speed than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 and Continental PremiumContact 7 performed equally well in subj. comfort tests.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Both tyres performed equally well
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Subj. Noise
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 and Continental PremiumContact 7 performed equally well in subj. noise tests.
Best In Subj. Noise: Both tyres performed equally well
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Noise
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during four noise tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 measured 1.38% quieter than the Continental PremiumContact 7.
Best In Noise: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Rough Noise
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during one rough noise tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 measured 0.95% quieter than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Rough Noise: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Wear
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during two wear tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 is predicted to cover 4.83% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wear: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Value
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during one value tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 has a 18.13% better value based on dollars per 1000 warranted miles than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Value: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Price
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during one price tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 cost 0.42% less than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Price: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from seven tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during seven rolling resistance tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 had a 11.53% lower rolling resistance than the Continental PremiumContact 7.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during two fuel consumption tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 used 1.25% less fuel than the Continental PremiumContact 7.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Abrasion
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Continental PremiumContact 7 emitted 7.12% less particle wear matter than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Abrasion: Continental PremiumContact 7
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Real World Driver Reviews
Bridgestone Turanza 6 Driver Reviews
Most drivers rate the Bridgestone Turanza 6 highly for its excellent wet grip and braking, very low noise levels, comfortable ride, and improved fuel economy, often noting strong aquaplaning resistance and confidence in heavy rain. Dry grip is generally good for a touring tyre, but the softer sidewalls can make steering feel less precise, with some reports of floatiness, understeer, and reduced feedback at higher speeds. A minority mention faster or uneven wear and occasional noise increase over time, but these are not dominant trends. Overall, the Turanza 6 suits drivers prioritizing comfort, quietness, and wet-weather security over sporty handling feel.
Based on 49 reviews with an average rating of 79%
Continental PremiumContact 7 Driver Reviews
Drivers generally rate the Continental PremiumContact 7 very highly for strong dry and especially wet grip, confident braking, and stable, planted handling that makes the car feel secure at speed. The most consistent drawbacks are higher-than-expected road noise (particularly on rough asphalt) and a softer sidewall feel that can reduce steering precision for some drivers. A meaningful minority also report faster wear than expected or a noticeable performance drop (especially in the wet) once tread depth gets lower, suggesting it prioritizes grip over ultimate longevity.
Based on 50 reviews with an average rating of 83%
Conclusion
The Bridgestone Turanza 6's strongest argument is efficiency and refinement. It repeatedly delivers class-leading rolling resistance (e.g., 2026 Motor: 0.632 vs 0.833; 2026 “Best Summer Tyres”: 6.46 vs 8.43) and often lower measured noise. It also shows solid longevity in several tests (e.g., 2026 ADAC: 55,600 km vs 44,700 km), and it can post competitive aquaplaning results in some formats. The trade-off is that this efficiency-first setup regularly coincides with lower wet grip/pace and, in some reports, less precise steering or heat sensitivity-exactly the areas that decide overall rankings.
Practical takeaway: if you want the 'best premium touring summer tyre' by modern test weighting (wet safety + balanced dynamics), the PremiumContact 7 is the confident pick. Choose the Turanza 6 when your priorities are energy consumption/range, lower noise and potentially longer life-and you're willing to accept a step down in wet braking/handling performance compared with the class leader.
Key Differences
- Wet braking is the biggest safety separator: PremiumContact 7 leads in every shared test, sometimes by large margins (e.g., 28.5 m vs 34.6 m in 2024 ADAC 215/55 R17).
- Dry braking is also consistently in Continental's favour (12/12 wins), typically around ~3-6% shorter stopping distances.
- Wet handling pace and controllability favour the Continental in most tests (e.g., 2026 Motor: 69.4 s vs 75.2 s; 2026 'Best Summer Tyres': 67.7 s vs 72.65 s).
- Rolling resistance/efficiency strongly favours the Bridgestone in nearly every dataset (7 wins to 0), often by double-digit percentages (e.g., 23-24% advantage in two 225/45 R17 tests).
- Noise trends favour the Bridgestone more often (5 wins to 1 in measured noise), though some tests report the Continental as surprisingly quiet on coarse surfaces.
- Wear/longevity is mixed by test, but the Bridgestone sometimes posts higher mileage (e.g., 2026 ADAC 55,600 km vs 44,700 km) while the Continental can also lead in other wear projections (e.g., 2024 ADAC 60,300 km vs 47,900 km), making this less consistent than braking/efficiency.
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.