Bridgestone Turanza 6 vs Continental PremiumContact 7
- TR Score
- 8.4/10
- Owners say
- 77% · 73
- TR Score
- 9.5/10
- Owners say
- 82% · 71
In the 14 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Continental PremiumContact 7 finished ahead 14 times and the Turanza 6 not once. The Turanza 6 had 12.5% lower rolling resistance; the PremiumContact 7 stopped 7.7% shorter in the wet.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Pick the Continental PremiumContact 7 if you want the best overall premium-touring summer tyre for safety and grip-especially frequent rain, motorway emergency braking, and confident handling. Pick the Bridgestone Turanza 6 if your top priorities are lower rolling resistance (fuel/EV range), generally lower noise, and a touring-focused feel, and you can accept that wet braking and wet handling are typically a clear step behind the class-leading Continental.
Where the Turanza 6 is stronger
- 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)
Where the PremiumContact 7 is stronger
- 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
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.
Turanza 6 vs PremiumContact 7 at a glance
| Category | Turanza 6 | Gap | PremiumContact 7 |
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| Shared tests won14 shared tests | 0 | 14 | |
| Dry23 measurements | 0 | The PremiumContact 7 stopped 4.9% shorter in the dry (13 tests) | 23 |
| Wet48 measurements | 6 | The PremiumContact 7 stopped 7.7% shorter in the wet (13 tests) | 42 |
| Comfort13 measurements | 7 | The Turanza 6 was 1 dB quieter (7 tests) | 5 |
| Value21 measurements | 14 | The Turanza 6 had 12.5% lower rolling resistance (8 tests) | 7 |
| Tyre Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 8.4/10 | The PremiumContact 7 by 1.1 | 9.5/10 |
| Owner rating73 and 71 reviews | 77% | The PremiumContact 7 by 5 points | 82% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 63% | The PremiumContact 7 by 11 points | 74% |
| Pricein the 6 tests that listed prices | Cheaper | The PremiumContact 7 was dearer in 4 of 6 | +3.6% |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 148 | 49 sizes made in both | 56 |
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 14 tests, 2023 to 2026
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 | Turanza 6 | Field | PremiumContact 7 |
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| 2026 Motor Summer Tyre Test | P8 of 9 | P1 of 9 | |
| 2026 Vi Bilagare Summer Tyre Test | P5 of 10 | P1 of 10 | |
| The BEST Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested and Rated | P4 of 12 | P1 of 12 | |
| 2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | P6 of 16 | P1 of 16 | |
| 2025 DEKRA Wear Test of Michelin Primacy 5 Energy vs Rivals | P6 of 8 | P5 of 8 | |
| 2025 Summer and All Season Combined Tyre Test | P4 of 14 | P2 of 14 | |
| 2024 TUV and DEKRA Test of Michelin Primacy 5 vs Rivals | P4 of 5 | P1 of 5 | |
| 2024 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test | P4 of 8 | P1 of 8 | |
| 2024 AZ Summer Tyre Test | P9 of 9 | P1 of 9 | |
| 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | P3 of 20 | P2 of 20 | |
| 2024 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | P6 of 16 | P1 of 16 | |
| 2024 Summer Tyre Market Overview | P10 of 55 | P1 of 55 | |
| 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test | P5 of 20 | P3 of 20 | |
| 2023 Summer Tyre Market Overview | P16 of 50 | P5 of 50 |
Performance profile
20 measurements from the 14 shared tests, each tyre shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Turanza 6
PremiumContact 7
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. 2 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Turanza 6
PremiumContact 7
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.
Where owners rate each higher
Turanza 6
PremiumContact 7
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Owners rate the Turanza 6 77% from 73 reviews and the PremiumContact 7 82% from 71. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
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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| 75.97 | 2.6% | 74 | 0-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 108.8 | 0.9% | 109.9 | 0-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 35.05 | 7.7% | 32.34 | 0-13 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 40.05 | 16.5% | 33.45 | 0-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 76.05 | 4.5% | 72.64 | 0-5 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 73.97 | 2.4% | 75.77 | 0-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 5.09 | 7% | 5.32 | 0-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 12.14 | 3.6% | 11.69 | 1-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 80.02 | 1% | 80.84 | 3-7 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 4.3 | 2.4% | 4.39 | 2-5 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 70.99 | 1 dB | 71.97 | 5-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 38,083 | 6% | 40,292 | 2-4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 6.46 | 12.5% | 7.26 | 8-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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 Turanza 6 scores 8.4 and the PremiumContact 7 9.5 out of 10.
| Turanza 6 | Category | PremiumContact 7 | ||
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| 70 | Dry | 94 | ||
| 68 | Wet | 97 | ||
| 57 | Comfort | 36 | ||
| 85 | Value | 67 | ||
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
| Turanza 6 | Category | PremiumContact 7 | ||
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| 8.5 | Dry Grip | 9.2 | ||
| 8.4 | Wet Grip | 9.2 | ||
| 7.4 | Road Feedback | 8.3 | ||
| 7.6 | Handling | 8.4 | ||
| 7.2 | Wear | 7.3 | ||
| 7.7 | Comfort | 7.5 | ||
Owners rate the Turanza 6 77% from 73 reviews and the PremiumContact 7 82% from 71. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Bridgestone Turanza 6
- 77%from 73 reviews
- 63%would buy again
- 616,298 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners generally rate the Bridgestone Turanza 6 as a quiet, very comfortable touring tyre with strong wet and dry grip, reflected in a 74% average score and around seven in ten positive reviews. Comfort and refinement are the clear headline, with about half of owners mentioning low road noise and a smooth ride, while wet grip is widely praised by those who discuss it. The main drawback is a fairly common complaint about muted or vague steering feel (around one in five owners), and a similar share report issues with wear behaviour, including uneven wear and shorter-than-expected life for some.
- Very comfortable ride quality
- Low road noise
- Strong wet grip and confidence in the rain
- Good dry grip
- Vague or heavy steering feel
- Soft sidewalls affecting precision and confidence
- Uneven wear across the tread
Summarised by AI from 65 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 73 Turanza 6 reviewsSuperb, very low noise, superb confort, mid handling. Over 20k miles and not even at 50%
Continental PremiumContact 7
- 82%from 71 reviews
- 74%would buy again
- 704,882 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners are largely impressed with the Continental PremiumContact 7, rating it 82.9% on average with no outright negative reviews, and the standout theme is strong, confidence-inspiring grip in both dry and wet conditions. Nearly half of owners mention excellent dry and wet grip, often backed up by praise for secure handling and stability. The main drawback is refinement: around a quarter to a third of owners report notable road noise, and a similar share are disappointed by tread life, with wear sometimes described as quicker than expected. Comfort is generally viewed positively overall, though opinions vary, and steering feel is more mixed than the outright grip levels suggest.
- Strong dry grip and traction
- Very confident wet grip
- Secure, planted handling in the dry
- Comfortable ride over bumps and on longer runs
- Noticeable road noise, especially on coarse surfaces
- Tread life can be disappointing for a premium tyre
- Steering feel/precision can be inconsistent (some find it vague)
Summarised by AI from 58 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 71 PremiumContact 7 reviewsThe PremiumContact 7 offers a great balance of touring longevity, comfort, and sufficiently precise handling to keep you safe at higher speeds and in unexpected situations. These tires provide near-perfect grip across various conditions, performing exceptionally well on both dry and wet roads. On the other hand, they can get a bit noisy on rough surfaces.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tyre: 148 sizes of the Turanza 6 and 56 of the PremiumContact 7, 49 of them made in both.
| Category | Turanza 6 | PremiumContact 7 |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 148 sizes, 15 to 22 inch | 56 sizes, 16 to 21 inch |
| Made in both | 49 sizes 205/55 R16205/60 R16215/60 R16215/65 R16225/55 R16205/45 R17205/55 R17215/45 R17215/50 R17215/55 R17215/60 R17215/65 R17and 37 more | |
| EU label wet grip | A63%B37% | A100% |
| EU label rolling resistance | B47%A44%C8% | C74%B26% |
| EU label noise | 66-73 dB B60%A40% | 71-73 dB B100% |
| On the market since | - | 2022 |
| Replaced | Bridgestone Turanza T005 (2016) | Continental Premium Contact 6 |
| Awards | Highly Recommended: Best Tyres for Small & Mid-Size SUVs (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Recommended: Best Tyres for Large Family Cars (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Winner: Best Tyres for Family Cars (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Winner: Best Tyres for Large SUVs (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Winner: Summer Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2025) Winner: Best Tyres for Family Cars (DriverReviews, 2024/25) | Recommended: Best Tyres for Family Cars (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Winner: Summer Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2024) |
| Price in the shared tests | The PremiumContact 7 was the dearer tyre in 4 of the 6 tests that listed prices, by 3.6% on average. Each test priced the tyres in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
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.
Bridgestone's Turanza 6 and Continental's PremiumContact 7 sit in the same premium-touring summer bracket, but the shared test record shows they're tuned to deliver value in very different ways. Across 12 overlapping professional tests in common mainstream sizes (205/55 R16 through 235/55 R18), the PremiumContact 7 repeatedly targets maximum safety and grip-especially in the wet-while the Turanza 6 consistently leans into efficiency, low rolling resistance and generally lower measured noise.
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.
Conclusion
Across the shared dataset, the Continental PremiumContact 7 is the clear performance benchmark. It wins every shared test overall (12/12), and-more importantly-dominates the two safety-critical braking metrics: it wins wet braking in all 12 tests and dry braking in all 12. The real-world implication is meaningful: in the 2024 ADAC test (215/55 R17) the Continental stopped in 28.5 m vs 34.6 m for the Bridgestone on wet braking (over 6 m advantage), and in the 2026 ADAC test (225/50 R17) it again led 30.1 m vs 33.8 m. Add consistently quicker wet handling (e.g., 2026 Motor: 69.4 s vs 75.2 s) and typically sharper subjective ratings, and the PC7 is the safer, more confidence-inspiring choice for mixed weather summer driving.
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.
Turanza 6 vs PremiumContact 7: your questions
Is the Bridgestone Turanza 6 or the Continental PremiumContact 7 the better tyre?
In the 14 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Continental PremiumContact 7 finished ahead 14 times and the Turanza 6 not once. On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Turanza 6 scores 8.4 and the PremiumContact 7 9.5 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Turanza 6 or the PremiumContact 7?
The PremiumContact 7 led 42 of the 48 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 7.7% shorter in the wet across 13 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The PremiumContact 7 led 23 of the 23 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 4.9% shorter in the dry across 13 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Turanza 6 had 12.5% lower rolling resistance (8 tests), used 1.1% less fuel (3 tests) and shed 4.4% less rubber in the abrasion test (3 tests); the PremiumContact 7 lasted 6% longer in the wear tests (6 tests). Owners rate wear 7.2/10 for the Turanza 6 and 7.3/10 for the PremiumContact 7.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The Turanza 6 was 1 dB quieter (7 tests). Owners rate comfort 7.7/10 for the Turanza 6 and 7.5/10 for the PremiumContact 7.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Turanza 6 77% from 73 reviews and the PremiumContact 7 82% from 71. 63% of Turanza 6 owners would buy it again, against 74% for the PremiumContact 7.
Which is more expensive?
In the 6 tests that listed prices, the PremiumContact 7 was the dearer tyre in 4 of them, by 3.6% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Turanza 6 is made in 148 sizes (15 to 22 inch) and the PremiumContact 7 in 56 (16 to 21 inch). 49 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Turanza 6 is graded A for wet grip and B for rolling resistance in most sizes; the PremiumContact 7 A and C.
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