Continental Premium Contact 6

Name: Continental Premium Contact 6
Brand: Continental
Rating: 81 (119 reviews)

Premium Touring Summer Tested by Tyre Reviews · 5

Replaced by the PremiumContact 7 Replaces the Sport Contact 5

A benchmark premium summer touring tyre with standout wet and dry braking and sharp, confidence-inspiring handling. Its main compromises are aquaplaning resistance, refinement and-depending on driving style-longevity and value.

The quick answer

Owners say 81% from 140 owner reviews 73% would buy again Read the reviews

Tests say 3^rd average finish across 60 independent tests · 19 wins Latest: P2 of 10 · 2023 See every test

Strengths & weaknesses Wet, Dry Comfort Relative to its rivals across every test we hold

Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tyre - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated November 2026.

140owner reviews
1,450,468miles driven
60professional tests

6 photos

Tyre Reviews Score

Continental Premium Contact 6

9.1/10

Better than 89% of summer tyres

High Confidence
46 tests
140 owner reviews

Scores of the 406 summer tyres we have tested

How this score is built

Source	Better than	Weight
Independent tests46 tests · 17 publications · 2017-2023	90%	88%
Owner reviews140 owner reviews · rated 81%	77%	12%
Combined	89%	9.1

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Category by category

How it compares with other summer tyres in each area, and how much each area counts. 50 is the middle of the group.

Category	Better than	Weight	Tests
WetBraking, handling and aquaplaning in the wet	88%	43%	44
DryBraking and handling on dry roads	87%	39%	43
ValueWear, efficiency and cost	74%	9%	31
ComfortNoise and ride comfort	26%	7%	30
EnvironmentAbrasion: the rubber a tyre sheds as it wears	84%	2%	1

Weights are shares of the test result. Owner reviews are blended in afterwards. Faded bars rest on one or two tests.

By discipline

The same results grouped by what the tyre was doing. They are not counted a second time.

BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface	92%		44
HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface	82%		38

Confidence

Limited
Medium
High

Its own test results decide 99% of the test figure. The other 1% comes from its predecessor, the Continental Premium Contact 5, and it shrinks as more tests arrive.

High needs at least 3 tests, with its own results deciding 90% or more. Medium needs 2 tests and 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as tests arrive.

The tests behind it

Only measured results count. A test that published its placings alone is listed, but not scored.

2023 2023 The Best Electric Vehicle Tyres VS UHP Tyres Auto Motor Und Sport · 255/45 R20 P2 / 10
2023 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test ADAC · 205/55 R16 P2 / 50
2022 2022 Auto Express SUV Tyre Test Auto Express · 235/55 R18 P3 / 7 Placing only
2022 2022 ViBilagare Eco vs Normal Tyre Test Vi Bilagare · 205/55 R16 P1 / 10
2022 2022/23 Tyre Reviews 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test Tyre Reviews · 225/45 R17 P4 / 9
2022 2022 AutoBild Sports Cars UHP Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild Sportscars · 225/45 R18 P7 / 11

Show all 60 tests

2022 2022 AMS Performance Summer Tyre Test Auto Motor Und Sport · 245/45 R19 P4 / 10
2022 2022 ADAC 16" SUV Summer Tyre Test ADAC · 215/60 R16 P1 / 18 Placing only
2021 2021 EVO Summer Tyre Test EVO · 225/40 R18 P8 / 9
2021 2021 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test Auto Express · 225/45 R17 P6 / 10 Placing only
2021 2021 Camper Van / SUV Tyre Test Pro Mobil · 235/55 R17 P2 / 8
2021 2021 Motor Summer Tyre Test Motor · 225/55 R17 P1 / 10
2021 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test Tyre Reviews · 225/40 R18 P5 / 14
2021 2021 ACE / GTU Summer Tyre Test ACE · 225/45 R17 P6 / 9 Placing only
2021 2021 ViBilagare Summer Tyre Test Vi Bilagare · 225/45 R17 P3 / 8
2021 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild · 205/55 R16 P2 / 20
2021 2021 All Road SUV Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild Allrad · 215/60 R17 P4 / 10
2021 2021 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 ADAC · 225/50 R17 P2 / 17
2021 2021 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 205/55 R16 ADAC · 205/55 R16 P1 / 15
2021 2021 53 Summer Tyre Braking Test Auto Bild · 205/55 R16 P4 / 53
2021 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test Auto Zeitung · 225/40 R18 P2 / 10
2020 2020 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test Auto Express · 205/55 R16 P7 / 10 Placing only
2020 2020 Tyre Reviews Ultimate Summer Tyre Test Tyre Reviews · 205/55 R16 P1 / 12
2020 2020 New 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test Al Volante · 225/45 R17 P1 / 10
2020 2020 Retread Summer Tyre Test Tyre Reviews · 195/65 R16 P1 / 3
2020 2020 Teknikens 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test Teknikens Värld · 225/50 R17 P4 / 10
2020 2020 AMS 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test Auto Motor Und Sport · 225/45 R18 P3 / 11
2020 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild · 245/45 R18 P1 / 20
2020 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test Auto Zeitung · 225/50 R17 P1 / 20
2020 2020 ADAC 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test ADAC · 225/40 R18 P1 / 16
2020 2020 Tyre Market Overview Braking Test Auto Bild · 245/45 R18 P4 / 50
2019 2019 Auto Express Winter Tyre Test Auto Express · 225/45 R17 P10 / 12 Placing only
2019 2019 Auto Express All Season Tyre Test Auto Express · 205/55 R16 P8 / 11 Placing only
2019 2019 EVO Summer Tyre Test EVO · 225/40 R18 P3 / 7
2019 2019 Auto Express SUV Tyre Test Auto Express · 235/50 R18 P5 / 8 Placing only
2019 2019 17 inch Track Day Tyre Test 225/45 R17 P4 / 5
2019 2019 Summer and All Season Tyre Test Auto Navigator · 205/55 R16 P2 / 15
2019 2019 NAF Summer Tyre Test NAF · 205/55 R16 P1 / 7
2019 2019 Swedish Summer Tyre Test Test World · 205/55 R16 P2 / 13
2019 2019 ACE Summer Tyre Test ACE · 205/55 R16 P3 / 9 Placing only
2019 2019 Auto Bild Sports Car Tyre Test Auto Bild Sportscars · 245/45 R18 P3 / 11
2019 Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 VS Asymmetric 3 VS Continental PremiumContact 6 - In depth test Tyre Reviews · 225/40 R18 P1 / 3
2019 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild Allrad · 225/55 R17 P2 / 10
2019 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild · 225/45 R17 P5 / 20
2019 2019 Gute Fahrt Summer 18 Inch Tyre Test Gute Fahrt · 225/40 R18 P1 / 10
2019 2019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking Shootout Auto Bild · 225/45 R17 P8 / 53
2019 2019 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test Auto Zeitung · 235/45 R18 P1 / 10
2018 2018 Auto Express All Season Tyre Test Auto Express · 225/45 R17 P1 / 8 Placing only
2018 2018 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test Auto Express · 225/45 R17 P1 / 10 Placing only
2018 2018 Auto Review 225/45 R17 Tyre Test Auto Review · 225/45 R17 P2 / 11 Placing only
2018 2018 AMS Summer UHP Tyre Test Auto Motor Und Sport · 225/45 R17 P2 / 11
2018 2018 Ace 235/45 R18 Summer Tyre Test ACE · 235/45 R18 P5 / 11 Placing only
2018 2018 Test World Summer Tyre Test Test World · 225/45 R17 P4 / 16
2018 2018 AZ Summer AND All Season Tyre Test Auto Zeitung · 225/45 R17 P2 / 9
2017 2017 EVO Summer Tyre Test EVO · 225/40 R18 P3 / 9
2017 2017 Summer SUV Tyre Test Vi Bilagare · 235/50 R18 P1 / 5
2017 2017 AMS Summer UHP Tyre Test Auto Motor Und Sport · 245/45 R18 P3 / 10
2017 2017 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild · 225/50 R17 P1 / 20
2017 2017 Auto Bild Summer SUV Tyre Test Auto Bild Allrad · 235/50 R18 P5 / 10
2017 2017 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Shootout Auto Bild · 225/50 R17 P1 / 51 Placing only

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Tested 60 times by independent publications, the Continental Premium Contact 6 has taken 19 test wins with an average finish of 3rd.

60 Tests

19 Test Wins

3^rd Average

1^st Best

10^th Worst

Finishing position in each test

The latest test

2023 The Best Electric Vehicle Tyres VS UHP Tyres P2 of 10

The Kia EV6 OE version of PC6 was tested in this test. It is very quiet on the EV6 - technically no longer up to date as the PC7 is on the market.

Strong: Dry Braking Winner: Continental SportContact 7

Every independent test of the Continental Premium Contact 6, newest first
Year	Test	Result	Award
2023	2023 The Best Electric Vehicle Tyres VS UHP TyresAuto Motor Und Sport · 255/45 R20	P2 / 10
2023	2023 ADAC Summer Tyre TestADAC · 205/55 R16	P2 / 50
2022	2022 Auto Express SUV Tyre TestAuto Express · 235/55 R18	P3 / 7
2022	2022 ViBilagare Eco vs Normal Tyre TestVi Bilagare · 205/55 R16	P1 / 10
2022	2022/23 Tyre Reviews 17 Inch Summer Tyre TestTyre Reviews · 225/45 R17	P4 / 9	Tested by Tyre Reviews Recommended
2022	2022 AutoBild Sports Cars UHP Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild Sportscars · 225/45 R18	P7 / 11
2022	2022 AMS Performance Summer Tyre TestAuto Motor Und Sport · 245/45 R19	P4 / 10
2022	2022 ADAC 16" SUV Summer Tyre TestADAC · 215/60 R16	P1 / 18
2021	2021 EVO Summer Tyre TestEVO · 225/40 R18	P8 / 9
2021	2021 Auto Express Summer Tyre TestAuto Express · 225/45 R17	P6 / 10
2021	2021 Camper Van / SUV Tyre TestPro Mobil · 235/55 R17	P2 / 8
2021	2021 Motor Summer Tyre TestMotor · 225/55 R17	P1 / 10
2021	2021 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre TestTyre Reviews · 225/40 R18	P5 / 14	Tested by Tyre Reviews Recommended
2021	2021 ACE / GTU Summer Tyre TestACE · 225/45 R17	P6 / 9
2021	2021 ViBilagare Summer Tyre Test Vi Bilagare · 225/45 R17	P3 / 8
2021	2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild · 205/55 R16	P2 / 20
2021	2021 All Road SUV Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild Allrad · 215/60 R17	P4 / 10
2021	2021 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 225/50 R17ADAC · 225/50 R17	P2 / 17
2021	2021 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 205/55 R16ADAC · 205/55 R16	P1 / 15
2021	2021 53 Summer Tyre Braking TestAuto Bild · 205/55 R16	P4 / 53
2021	2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre TestAuto Zeitung · 225/40 R18	P2 / 10
2020	2020 Auto Express Summer Tyre TestAuto Express · 205/55 R16	P7 / 10
2020	2020 Tyre Reviews Ultimate Summer Tyre TestTyre Reviews · 205/55 R16	P1 / 12	Tested by Tyre Reviews Winner
2020	2020 New 17 Inch Summer Tyre TestAl Volante · 225/45 R17	P1 / 10
2020	2020 Retread Summer Tyre TestTyre Reviews · 195/65 R16	P1 / 3	Tested by Tyre Reviews
2020	2020 Teknikens 17 Inch Summer Tyre TestTeknikens Värld · 225/50 R17	P4 / 10
2020	2020 AMS 18 Inch Summer Tyre TestAuto Motor Und Sport · 225/45 R18	P3 / 11
2020	2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild · 245/45 R18	P1 / 20
2020	2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre TestAuto Zeitung · 225/50 R17	P1 / 20
2020	2020 ADAC 18 Inch Summer Tyre TestADAC · 225/40 R18	P1 / 16
2020	2020 Tyre Market Overview Braking TestAuto Bild · 245/45 R18	P4 / 50
2019	2019 Auto Express Winter Tyre TestAuto Express · 225/45 R17	P10 / 12
2019	2019 Auto Express All Season Tyre TestAuto Express · 205/55 R16	P8 / 11
2019	2019 EVO Summer Tyre TestEVO · 225/40 R18	P3 / 7
2019	2019 Auto Express SUV Tyre TestAuto Express · 235/50 R18	P5 / 8
2019	2019 17 inch Track Day Tyre Test225/45 R17	P4 / 5
2019	2019 Summer and All Season Tyre TestAuto Navigator · 205/55 R16	P2 / 15
2019	2019 NAF Summer Tyre TestNAF · 205/55 R16	P1 / 7
2019	2019 Swedish Summer Tyre TestTest World · 205/55 R16	P2 / 13
2019	2019 ACE Summer Tyre TestACE · 205/55 R16	P3 / 9
2019	2019 Auto Bild Sports Car Tyre TestAuto Bild Sportscars · 245/45 R18	P3 / 11
2019	Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 VS Asymmetric 3 VS Continental PremiumContact 6 - In depth testTyre Reviews · 225/40 R18	P1 / 3	Tested by Tyre Reviews
2019	2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild Allrad · 225/55 R17	P2 / 10
2019	2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild · 225/45 R17	P5 / 20
2019	2019 Gute Fahrt Summer 18 Inch Tyre TestGute Fahrt · 225/40 R18	P1 / 10
2019	2019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking ShootoutAuto Bild · 225/45 R17	P8 / 53
2019	2019 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre TestAuto Zeitung · 235/45 R18	P1 / 10
2018	2018 Auto Express All Season Tyre TestAuto Express · 225/45 R17	P1 / 8
2018	2018 Auto Express Summer Tyre TestAuto Express · 225/45 R17	P1 / 10
2018	2018 Auto Review 225/45 R17 Tyre TestAuto Review · 225/45 R17	P2 / 11
2018	2018 AMS Summer UHP Tyre TestAuto Motor Und Sport · 225/45 R17	P2 / 11
2018	2018 Ace 235/45 R18 Summer Tyre TestACE · 235/45 R18	P5 / 11
2018	2018 Test World Summer Tyre TestTest World · 225/45 R17	P4 / 16
2018	2018 AZ Summer AND All Season Tyre TestAuto Zeitung · 225/45 R17	P2 / 9
2017	2017 EVO Summer Tyre TestEVO · 225/40 R18	P3 / 9
2017	2017 Summer SUV Tyre TestVi Bilagare · 235/50 R18	P1 / 5
2017	2017 AMS Summer UHP Tyre TestAuto Motor Und Sport · 245/45 R18	P3 / 10
2017	2017 Auto Bild Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild · 225/50 R17	P1 / 20
2017	2017 Auto Bild Summer SUV Tyre TestAuto Bild Allrad · 235/50 R18	P5 / 10
2017	2017 Auto Bild Summer Tyre ShootoutAuto Bild · 225/50 R17	P1 / 51

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In 205/55 R16, the Continental Premium Contact 6 is projected to cost €16.35 per 1,000 km to buy and run - about €654 over 40,000 km - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test.

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2€8.06

Continental Premium Contact 6€16.35

Nokian WetProof€16.60

Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2€19.87

Tyre purchase + fittingExtra fuel vs the most efficient tyrecost per 1,000 km

Assumes a typical car using 8 l/100km (with rolling resistance causing 20% of fuel use), fuel at €1.65 per litre and €70 fitting per set of four. Purchase prices are from the time of the 2021 test; financing costs are excluded.

Dimensions & Label Scores

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Size Range156 sizes available

185-325Width30-65Profile15-22Rim83-116 H-YLoad/Speed Index2016First On Market

EU LabelAcross 156 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Fuel

A7%

B36%

C56%

D<1%

Wet

A84%

B16%

Noise

69-75dB A/B

US ratingsUTQG grade and the maker's mileage warranty

280UTQG treadwearAA-ATractionATemperature8-9/32"Tread depth (new)

Also known asPC6

Frequently Asked Questions

How good is the Continental Premium Contact 6 in the wet?

Across the 44 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Continental Premium Contact 6 stops 3.3% shorter than premium rivals, 5.9% shorter than mid-range rivals and 13.9% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews wet score of 88/100, and owners rate it 8.5/10 in the wet from 140 reviews.

How good is the Continental Premium Contact 6 in the dry?

Across the 43 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Continental Premium Contact 6 stops 1.2% shorter than premium rivals, 3.5% shorter than mid-range rivals and 7.1% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews dry score of 87/100, and owners rate it 8.9/10 in the dry from 140 reviews.

How fuel efficient is the Continental Premium Contact 6?

Across the 26 tests measuring rolling resistance, the Continental Premium Contact 6's rolling resistance is 2.2% higher than premium rivals, 3.6% lower than mid-range rivals and 0.6% higher than budget rivals.

How many miles does the Continental Premium Contact 6 last?

Based on test and owner data, the Continental Premium Contact 6 is expected to last around 25,263 miles (40,657 km).

What treadwear rating and mileage warranty does the Continental Premium Contact 6 have?

In the US, the Continental Premium Contact 6 carries a UTQG treadwear grade of 280, with traction AA-A and temperature A. UTQG treadwear is relative: a tyre graded 400 lasted four times as long as the reference tyre, graded 100, on the government test course. New tread depth is 8-9/32" (6.4-7.1 mm), depending on size.

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What do owners say about the Continental Premium Contact 6?

Across 140 owner ratings the Continental Premium Contact 6 averages 81%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 8.9 out of 10 and Wear lowest at 7.4. 50 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 84% of owners score it 70% or better.

How much does the Continental Premium Contact 6 cost to run?

In 205/55 R16, the Continental Premium Contact 6 is projected to cost €16.35 per 1,000 km to buy and run - about €654 over 40,000 km - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test. The cheapest to run in that test is the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2, at €8.06.

What is the Continental Premium Contact 6's EU tyre label rating?

Across its range, the Continental Premium Contact 6 most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, A for wet grip and 72 dB for noise.

How comfortable and quiet are the Continental Premium Contact 6?

Owners rate the Continental Premium Contact 6 7.8 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 119 reviews.

How well do the Continental Premium Contact 6 wear, according to owners?

Owners rate the Continental Premium Contact 6 7.4 out of 10 for wear across 119 reviews. 50 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 8,000 miles.

Would owners buy the Continental Premium Contact 6 again?

73% of owners say they would buy the Continental Premium Contact 6 again, based on the 133 owner reviews that answered the question. 35% of them gave it the highest possible answer.

What do owners say about the Continental Premium Contact 6's dry grip?

Of the 116 owner reviews analysed for the Continental Premium Contact 6, 56 mention dry grip: 54 praise it (strong dry grip) and 2 criticise it (limited dry grip). One owner wrote: "Excellent grip on dry roads". Read those reviews

What do owners say about the Continental Premium Contact 6's wet grip?

Of the 116 owner reviews analysed for the Continental Premium Contact 6, 54 mention wet grip: 47 praise it (confident wet grip) and 7 criticise it (weak wet grip). One owner wrote: "Dry and wet grip cannot be faulted". Read those reviews

What do owners say about the Continental Premium Contact 6's road noise?

Of the 116 owner reviews analysed for the Continental Premium Contact 6, 47 mention road noise: 21 praise it (quiet) and 26 criticise it (noisy). One owner wrote: "they lack veeeeery much in the comfort and noise department". Read those reviews

What does the Continental Premium Contact 6 replace?

The Continental Premium Contact 6 is the successor to the Continental Sport Contact 5 in Continental's range.

Has the Continental Premium Contact 6 been replaced?

The Continental Premium Contact 6 has been replaced by the Continental PremiumContact 7.

What sizes does the Continental Premium Contact 6 come in?

The Continental Premium Contact 6 is available in 323 sizes, ranging from 185-325/30-65 R15-22.

Owner Questions (14)

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Hi Jonathan! I am struggling between two tires for my Subaru Impreza Sti 05 (225/45/17): Michelin Pilot sport 4 and Conti Premium Contact 6. Show more Hi Jonathan!
I am struggling between two tires for my Subaru Impreza Sti 05 (225/45/17): Michelin Pilot sport 4 and Conti Premium Contact 6.
In you last video you’ve mentioned that the Conti has more sporty feeling, while time on track for both tires is the same. Some test even shows that the Michelin perform better in dry handling.
Given that, I am going to use the car both on the road and on track, which one do you really recommend? Dry handling and noise level are the only things that I really care about.
Thanks in advance! Show less

September 1, 2020

If dry handling is your priority I would 100% for the PremiumContact 6!

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In terms of cabin noise how are the Continental Premium Contact 6 ? I ask because they have a db rating of 72 compared to 70 for Bridgestone Turanza T005 and 68 for… Show more In terms of cabin noise how are the Continental Premium Contact 6 ? I ask because they have a db rating of 72 compared to 70 for Bridgestone Turanza T005 and 68 for Michelin Primacy 4,
At the moment this noise factor is making me question whether to buy the Continentals. Show less

July 20, 2020

See the latest 16" tyre test, this covers noise.

Some tyres have FR at the end, like R18 PremiumContact 6 SUV 100V FR. Can I use R18 PremiumContact 6 100V on 4x4 SUV? Thanks

June 24, 2020

As long as your SUV specifies load rating 100 or below, these will be a great choice for your SUV.

The PC6 replaces also the SC5 which is a "Max Performance Summer"-tyre. Maybe you should enhance the PC6 to the same category or at leat in "High Performance Summer"

March 19, 2020

You are correct, the PremiumContact 6 replaces both the PremiumContact 5 and the SportContact 5, but only the SportContact 5 in the smaller sizes where the SportContact 6 isn't yet available.

Hello, I own a C200 Mercedes 1.8 163bhp. On the front rims the tyres are 205/55/16, but on the rear are 225/50/16. Show more Hello, I own a C200 Mercedes 1.8 163bhp.
On the front rims the tyres are 205/55/16, but on the rear are 225/50/16.
As you may know the size 225/50/16 is a kind of rare for most tyre brands so I ended using a set of Hankook VP3. However i have another set of wheels 205/55/16 and i was thinking to use it on my rear axle using the Continental PC6.
So my question is this:
Which would be better for my rear axle?
A set of 225/50/16 with the Hankooks or a set 205/55/16 with the Conti PC6?
Thank you in advance Show less

September 12, 2019

Unfortunately we cannot comment on tyre size changes as there's too many factors involved, but I will say the PC6 is an excellent tyre.

Hi I'm planing to replace the current Bridgestone tires (245/40/20) on my Cadillac XTS V-sport to PC6 but I only found this size in SSR (run-flat) spec which I… Show more Hi
I'm planing to replace the current Bridgestone tires (245/40/20) on my Cadillac XTS V-sport to PC6 but I only found this size in SSR (run-flat) spec which I don't like that much.
my question: would SSR spec alter any of the characteristics / performance aspects of PC6?
& 2nd: what are the alternative non-run-flat options you recommend ? Show less

July 5, 2019

The comfort and handling would be fairly different, so if you don't want runflats I'd avoid. This website should show you the rivals, but the usual suspects would be the Asymmetric 5 and Pilot Sport 4.

I am going to replace my factory tires Cont Premium Contact 5 (205/55 R16 91V) at my Golf Mk7 (122 PS).I want to choose between Cont Premium Contact 6 (205/55 R16… Show more I am going to replace my factory tires Cont Premium Contact 5 (205/55 R16 91V) at my Golf Mk7 (122 PS).I want to choose between Cont Premium Contact 6 (205/55 R16 91V) and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 (205/55 R16 91W).Which ones would you recommend when grip and braking distance is the priority? Michelin Sport Pilot 4 for this size is available only at higher speed index (W) than the recommended by a manufacturer (V).Does the putting on stiffer tires with a higher speed index (W) can cause significant changes in handling, electronic traction control systems, comfort or grip (when the car is unloaded)? Can stiffer tires cause faster wear to the suspension or other parts of the car? Show less

March 10, 2019

Both tyres are extremely close in performance, you won't be disappointed with either the PC6 or PS4. There's no concern fitting the W either, the differences would be negligible if at all.

I own a 2006 Mercedes E-Class 550 V8 sedan. I was actually pretty much settled for the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 for next season. Show more I own a 2006 Mercedes E-Class 550 V8 sedan. I was actually pretty much settled for the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 for next season. Yet I feel tempted to go for the Premium Contact 6 instead, since steering Response was praised in a couple of tests. I'm not seeking ultimate grip and fast lap times, but a sporty feel is welcome. Have you guys been able to test them back to back?
Second part of the question: both tyres are offered in 93 and 97 LI. The 93 is sufficient and I rarely drive the car fully packed. Would the 93 LI be the obvious choice? Thanks in advance. Show less

October 5, 2018

Sadly I've not yet driven the two back to back, looking at the various tests it seems the steering feedback switches depending on the size used, so make sure you're referencing a tyre review in or near your size. If you're interesting in steering feel, the higher load rating might be the smarter choice.

Time to replace front tyres on Mazda CX6, 225x55x19. I'm pretty much settled on the Premium Contact 6. Show more Time to replace front tyres on Mazda CX6, 225x55x19. I'm pretty much settled on the Premium Contact 6. But I see there's a "standard" 99 load index, rated C rolling - A wet, and an XL version, 103 load index, A rolling - B wet. Two questions - are the C/A and A/B rating differences significant to daily handling (I've seen what happened yo your little foam friend in your budget/premium video, with only a 5% difference in residual speed) and will the increase in load index make the ride rougher over bumps and potholes?

Thanks for your help, and a really useful website Show less

July 26, 2018

The answer is yes to both of your questions, but it will likely be a small amount in both categories. It's interesting these tyres have such differing label grades, are you sure one of the tyres isn't an OE marked tyre which will have OE specific changes to it?

Conti states the premium contact 6 is 15% better wear than CSC5. Review of CSC5 last no longer than 30000km. Show more Conti states the premium contact 6 is 15% better wear than CSC5. Review of CSC5 last no longer than 30000km. Can you verify that the premium contact 6 has less than 35000km? Wear rate is a bit concern for most conti tires from what I gather. Show less

June 24, 2018

Wear is very subjective and difficult to compare between different driving cars and driving style. It's best to look at the tests and reviews on this site to help you understand the real world mileage you could achieve.

Continental have designed the Premium Contact 6 for good ride comfort and sporty feel, how does it compare to Goodyear Asym.3, which also has good ride comfort and… Show more Continental have designed the Premium Contact 6 for good ride comfort and sporty feel, how does it compare to Goodyear Asym.3, which also has good ride comfort and is a summer tyre? Show less

May 1, 2018

I have not had the opportunity to test the two tyres directly back to back, but looking at other tests the Premium Contact 6 often scores poorly in terms of comfort meaning it is likely the Asymmetric 3 which has the edge in comfort.

What does it mean when the wear has a higher or lower % means? Higher % means wear faster ? Or higher % means can last longer

March 13, 2018

A higher percentage in wear means the tyre lasts longer.

I have nearly new contisportcontact 5 on the rear of my focus mk3 Zetec S & worn ones on the front. Show more I have nearly new contisportcontact 5 on the rear of my focus mk3 Zetec S & worn ones on the front. Can I put the rear to the front & put the new conti premium contact 6 on the rear without upsetting the grip/ride etc. The car has always had Continental tyres on since new, then contact 5 so I would like to keep using Continental. Show less

October 23, 2017

Moving your PC5s to the front and then fitting the new PC6 to the rear would be the ideal :)

Will the Premium Contact 6 be available in 205/55/16 size and when? Thank you!

February 28, 2017

It's a very likely the Premium Contact 6 will be released in 205/55 R16 in 2017, however there has been no date announced by Continental yet.

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Owners largely rate the Continental Premium Contact 6 for its strong all-round grip, with around half praising dry grip and a similar share highlighting reassuring wet performance, backed up by positive comments on handling and steering feel. The biggest recurring downsides are refinement and durability: roughly two in five mention road noise (more often as a complaint than a praise), and around a third report faster-than-expected wear. Comfort impressions are mixed but lean positive, with some owners enjoying a plush ride while others find it firm or harsh, particularly on rougher roads.

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Owner ratings averaged from 140 ratings

Owner score 81%
Dry Grip 89%
Wet Grip 85%
Handling 84%
Road Feedback 83%
Comfort 78%
Wear 74%

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Most helpful 77%

“Tyres will last about 50k km's wich is OK for my driving style, although not exceptional. They give a very stable feel and good steering precision, I love the way they handle roundabouts and corners. The tyres combined...”

Ford S Max
30,000 miles

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Most critical 30%

“Bought this tyre gor a MB w204 coupe, in 6000km they were shot. The worst tyre you can buy to drive a bit sporty. Car was just sliding all the time, there was no feedback from the front due to too much understeer. I...”

Mercedes Benz C220 cdi sport
3,728 miles

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Longest term 87%

“Excellent Tyres on wet and dry with impeccable braking. Handling is superb and saved my life couple of times where other types would have given up but they kept me planted on road. I have driven them for 52k km by now...”

Honda Civic 1.8
52,000 miles

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64%

Member November 3, 2026

End of Life

Ford Focus 2.0 TDCI Titanium
215/55 R17
15,000 miles

Good tires, but not as durable as the first generation. On the other hand, they are slightly better than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.

Initial Impressions60% 3,000 milesMay 9, 2022

I only drive 3000Km. Somehow I expected more but the grip is pretty average. At the very beginning, the tires were awful. They had no grip at all. Now over the time they have gained more grip.

86%

Member October 13, 2026

End of Life

SEAT Leon TDi SE 110
225/45 R17
26,000 miles

The tyres were used on a SEAT LEON TDI mostly on highway. Summer tyres to a sunny country as Greece worked perfectly. Confidence in all circumstances especially high speed cornering. Economically speaking I wouldn't say so, but that is not my major concern which is safety atll times especially avoiding all kind of obstacles.

70%

Member September 21, 2026

Mid-Life

Ford Mondeo
235/45 R18
20,000 miles

Tyre wear seems rather high compared to crossclimates ( original version) roughly 20% better wear from the Michelins. Road noise also rather greater than Michelin.

Not a bad tyre but not as comfortable or confidence inspiring as the Michelin were ( can't speak for cc2 or cc3)

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94%

Leaking Oil September 2, 2026

Initial Impressions

Honda Civic 1.5 ls
205/45 R16
2,500 miles

Put the Premium Contact 6's on my 1997 Civic hatch. Found them for pretty cheap used with 7.5mm of tread and copped them up. Absolutely amazed, the tire is quiet, grips very well and is very soft (which I like due to the fact that softer sidewalls means it irons out the roughness of my polyurethane bushings).
Car grips almost like glue, it gives a lot of confidence when driving, especially when pushing the car.

89%

Safraz August 6, 2026

End of Life

Kia Motors Kia EV6 AWD
255/45 R20
37,000 miles

great comfort with low noise in the cabin

94%

NQClA37 August 1, 2026

Mid-Life

Mazda 3 Series
205/50 R17
10,000 miles

Tire that sticks to the road.
Excellent traction quality, very versatile.
We'll see over time if the quality lasts.
Equivalent to a Potenza, the lifespan will make the difference.

80%

Member July 16, 2026

End of Life

Mercedes Benz
245/45 R17
18,000 miles

Good wet conditions
Comfortable
A little noisy

83%

sava_eskimo_enjoyer April 28, 2026

End of Life

Skoda Octavia
225/45 R17
25,000 miles

Got these tyres on a used car about 1.5 year old some wear but not too much. I have driven an other car with the same tyre model so I had a lot of confidence in the tyre. Did quite some highway driving in central/southeast Europe with decent amount of rain during spring and summer (I had winter tyres). If the rain was not pouring at 150 kph I had full confidence in the tyre. Did some spirited driving on the backroads here and there just for fun, not pushing it to the limit, didn't feel sporty, but there was enough grip to have a bit of fun. I could say that during that spirited driving I would have expected a little bit more feedback from the tyres but then again I was not driving a sporty car and I don't have a reference tyre at this point. At the very end of life of the tyre I had only one somewhat unpleasant experience when I hit a puddle of water at 130ish kph and had just a hint of felling that I do not have control of the car but the car kept it's course so no harm was done. I would say that wear affected the tyre's performance quite gradually As for comfort and noise levels, nothing out of the ordinary as it's not the most important aspect of a tyre for me.

73%

Garzonrobot April 9, 2026

Mid-Life

Ford Focus
205/55 R16
2,000 miles

Excellent grip on dry roads, but in wet conditions performs under expectations, but it's still good. Noisy and firm tyre, I will change them for a more comfortable set. For sporty driving it's a good choice, i love them on serpentines, but i miss the level of comfort for daily driving.

89%

Member January 1, 2026

Initial Impressions

Hyundai Getz
185/65 R14
20,000 miles
Mostly Motorways
Easy Going

One of the best tires for summer.

74%

Member November 22, 2025

Ford Kuga
225/55 R19
40,000 miles
Mostly Motorways
Average

Road noise is ok, however a very stiff ride resulting in feeling every bump

79%

Member November 13, 2025

SEAT Leon
225/45 R17
6,800 miles
A Combination of Roads
Average

Dry grip is excellent, wet grip is very reassuring too.. They wear a little fast (2mm in 10000km of combined driving (highways, spirited backroads, city). The steering response is OK, not numb but not sporty either. Comfort is excellent.

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