Continental Premium Contact 2 - Test Results
Test Statistics
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Tests Completed4th
Average Position1st
Best Result8th
Worst ResultPerformance Analysis
Continental Premium Contact 2 shows strong summer touring performance with multiple overall wins and consistent top finishes, contrasted by notably weak winter results. In summer tests it frequently excels for balanced handling, security, and dry/wet capability, earning 1st place in several large-group comparisons. However, in winter tyre tests it finished last or near-last, indicating poor snow/ice suitability and a clear seasonal limitation.
Performance Strengths
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Overall Summer Performance
Strong
Details
• 1/15 overall in 2011 Finnish ECO Touring Tyre Test
• 1/15 overall in 2011 European Summer Tyre Test - 175/65 R14
• 1/9 overall in 2010 Auto Zeitung Premium Touring Tyre Test
• 3/12 overall in 2010 European Summer Tyre Test - 185/65 R15
• 2/6 overall in 2010 Autocar Tyre Test - FWD
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Dry Handling and Stability
Strong
Details
• Article: "The Premium Contact 2 has the largest reserves and remains secure at all times" (2010 Auto Zeitung, 1/9)
• Article: "Very balanced tyre, best on dry roads" (2010 European Summer Test - 185/65 R15, 3/12)
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Wet Performance (handling/braking balance)
Moderate
Details
• Article: "great in the wet" (2010 European Summer Test - 185/65 R15, 3/12)
• Article: "It's wet handling lets it down ... is a great all round tyre" (2009 AMS Summer Test, 4/6)
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Awards and Recommendations
Strong
Details
• "Continental convincingly win overall" (2010 Auto Zeitung, 1/9)
• Multiple overall wins in large fields (2011: 1/15 twice)
Performance Weaknesses
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Winter Performance (snow/ice)
Strong
Details
• 8/9 overall in 2012 EVO Winter Tyre Test
• 8/8 overall in 2010 Auto Express Winter Tyre Test
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Wet Handling Variability
Moderate
Details
• Article: "It's wet handling lets it down" (2009 AMS Summer Test - Summer, 4/6)
• 5/14 overall in 2011 European Summer Tyre Test - 195/65 R15 indicating mid-pack in mixed wet/dry metrics
Performance Over Time
Test History
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2011 Finnish ECO Touring Tyre Test
2011
The Continental Premium Contact 2 is a convincing tyre, winning in almost every test. Best dry and wet grip and great handling
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