P2 of 15
Beat 86% of the field
2021 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tyre Test
Highly Recommended.
Continental Sport Contact 6 Test Results
Tested 16 times by independent publications, the Continental Sport Contact 6 has taken 7 test wins with an average finish of 2nd. Its strongest discipline is Dry Braking, beating 82% of the field across 13 tests; its weakest is Straight Aqua, at 48% across 12 tests.
- 16Independent tests
- 7Test wins
- 13Podium finishes
- 2ndAverage finish
- 75%Field beaten on average
- 5Publications
16 tests, 2016 to 2021
- Test win
- Second
- Third
- Average 75%
Record by discipline
Where the Continental Sport Contact 6 finished in each measured discipline, across every test that measured it against at least two other tyres. Field beaten is the share of the other tyres it outranked in that measurement.
| Discipline | Tests | Avg finish | Field beaten | Firsts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | ||||
| Dry Braking Strong | 13 | P2.4 of 8.7 | 82% | 3 |
| Dry Handling | 13 | P3 of 8.7 | 75% | 5 |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 6 | P1.8 of 7.8 | 89% | 3 |
| Wet | ||||
| Wet Braking | 13 | P3.3 of 8.7 | 67% | 2 |
| Wet Handling | 13 | P3.6 of 8.7 | 61% | 1 |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 6 | P3.8 of 7.8 | 54% | 1 |
| Wet Circle | 3 | P4 of 8.3 | 53% | 1 |
| Straight Aqua Weak | 12 | P4.4 of 8.7 | 48% | 1 |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 1 | P12 of 15 | 21% | - |
| Comfort | ||||
| Subj. Comfort | 4 | P3 of 8.3 | 72% | - |
| Noise | 10 | P2.6 of 9.1 | 80% | 4 |
| Tyre Weight | 2 | P2.5 of 9 | 82% | - |
| Value | ||||
| Rolling Resistance | 12 | P3.7 of 8.7 | 63% | 3 |
Head-to-head record
Overall finishing position against the tyres that have most often shared a test with the Continental Sport Contact 6. Only tyres tested alongside it at least three times are listed.
| Rival | Shared tests | Ahead | Behind | Level | Finished ahead |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
12 shared: 3 ahead, 7 behind
|
12 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 30% |
 Falken Azenis FK510
10 shared: 10 ahead, 0 behind
|
10 | 10 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Toyo Proxes Sport
7 shared: 7 ahead, 0 behind
|
7 | 7 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Vredestein Ultrac Vorti
6 shared: 6 ahead, 0 behind
|
6 | 6 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Hankook Ventus S1 evo2
6 shared: 6 ahead, 0 behind
|
6 | 6 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport
5 shared: 4 ahead, 1 behind
|
5 | 4 | 1 | - | 80% |
 Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
5 shared: 4 ahead, 1 behind
|
5 | 4 | 1 | - | 80% |
 Nankang Noble Sport NS20
4 shared: 4 ahead, 0 behind
|
4 | 4 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Vredestein Ultrac Vorti R
4 shared: 3 ahead, 1 behind
|
4 | 3 | 1 | - | 75% |
 Yokohama Advan Sport V105
3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind
|
3 | 3 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Pirelli P Zero PZ4
3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind
|
3 | 3 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Nokian PowerProof
3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind
|
3 | 3 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3
3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind
|
3 | 3 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3
3 shared: 2 ahead, 1 behind
|
3 | 2 | 1 | - | 67% |
 Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
3 shared: 2 ahead, 1 behind
|
3 | 2 | 1 | - | 67% |
 Michelin Pilot Super Sport
3 shared: 2 ahead, 1 behind
|
3 | 2 | 1 | - | 67% |
 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2
3 shared: 1 ahead, 1 behind
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
 Bridgestone Potenza Sport
3 shared: 0 ahead, 2 behind
|
3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0% |
Against its own line
The same record for the tyre it replaced and the tyre that replaced it.
| Tyre | Tests | Wins | Avg finish | Field beaten |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continental Sport Contact 5 Predecessor | 26 | 13 | 3rd | 82% |
| Continental Sport Contact 6 This tyre | 16 | 7 | 2nd | 75% |
| Continental SportContact 7 Successor | 24 | 15 | 2nd | 83% |
Performance Analysis
Drawn from 16 tests. Updated August 26, 2025.
Continental Sport Contact 6 is a consistent front-runner in UHP summer tests, excelling particularly in dry grip/handling and often delivering class-leading subjective steering feel and low noise. Across 16 tests it averages 2.1 overall with multiple overall wins (2016-2020) and frequent top-3s. Wet performance is generally strong in braking and handling with several category wins, though it shows variability depending on size/test, and aquaplaning resistance is the most inconsistent metric. Efficiency trade-offs appear in rolling resistance and price, which are often mid-pack to weak.
Key strengths are repeat dry dominance (wins in dry braking/handling across 2016-2019 and frequent 2nd places) and competitive wet braking/handling in many tests (notably 2020 Sport Auto and 2019 Sport Auto). Weaknesses cluster around aquaplaning (especially curved/straight in several 2018-2021 tests), occasional wet handling deficits (EVO 2018/2020), and higher purchase price. Overall, it remains a benchmark performance tyre with minor wet-limit and economy compromises.
Performance Strengths
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Dry Performance
Strong
Details
- 1st place overall with top dry results in 2018 Auto Bild 19": 1st dry braking, 1st dry handling
- 2019 Sport Auto 20": 1st dry handling and 1st subjective dry handling; 2nd dry braking
- 2019 Tyre Reviews: 1st dry handling and subjective dry; 2nd dry braking (+1.1%)
- 2020 Auto Bild UHP: 2nd dry braking (+1.8%) and 2nd dry handling (+1.2%), overall 1st
- 2021 Auto Bild 19": 2nd dry braking (+0.6%), strong dry handling (4th, +1.6%)
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Wet Braking and Wet Handling
Moderate
Details
- 2020 Sport Auto UHP/UUHP: 1st wet braking, 2nd wet handling (+0.6%), 1st wet circle
- 2019 Sport Auto 20": 1st wet braking and 1st subjective wet handling; 2nd wet handling (+1.9%)
- 2019 Tyre Reviews: 2nd wet braking (+1.3%); competitive wet metrics overall
- 2021 Auto Bild UUHP: 2nd wet braking (+0.2%), 4th wet handling (+4.1%)
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Subjective Handling/Steering Feel
Strong
Details
- 2019 Tyre Reviews: 1st subjective dry handling; noted "most exciting tyre" with quickest steering
- 2019 Sport Auto 20": 1st subjective dry and 1st subjective wet handling
- 2020 EVO: 2nd subjective dry handling; testers praised balance
- 2017 Auto Bild Sports Cars: testers reported most driving pleasure
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Noise/Comfort
Strong
Details
- 2018 Auto Bild 19": 1st noise
- 2019 Tyre Reviews: 1st noise
- 2021 Auto Bild 19": 1st noise
- 2018 Auto Bild 20": 1st noise
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Rolling Resistance/Efficiency (select sizes)
Minor
Details
- 2019 Tyre Reviews: 1st rolling resistance
- 2021 Sport Auto UHP: 1st rolling resistance
- 2020 EVO: 1st rolling resistance
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Awards/Overall Results
Strong
Details
- Overall 1st: 2016 Auto Bild UHP, 2016 EVO, 2018 Auto Bild 19", 2019 Sport Auto 20", 2020 Auto Bild UHP, 2020 Sport Auto (UHP/UUHP/Track mix)
- Overall top-3: 2021 Auto Bild UUHP 2/9; 2021 Auto Bild 19" 2/15; 2020 EVO 2/7; 2017 Auto Bild 1/9
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Steering feel
Strong
in 9 of 14 tests
Details
precise steering
- 2021 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tyre Test (2021)precise steering
- 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test (2020)Outstanding wet grip with a very neutral balance and excellent feedback
- 2020 UHP, UUHP and Track Day Tyre Test (2020)steering feel
- 2020 EVO UHP Summer Tyre Test (2020)quick and accurate steering response
- 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test (2019)
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Dry braking
Strong
in 8 of 14 tests
Details
dynamic driving behaviour in the wet, short wet and dry braking distances, good comfort and low rolling resistance
- 2021 Auto Bild UUHP Summer Tyre Test (2021)short wet and dry braking distances
- 2021 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tyre Test (2021)Very short braking distances in the dry with excellent steering precision and speed in the dry
- 2020 UHP, UUHP and Track Day Tyre Test (2020)short braking distances in the dry
- 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test (2020)Excellent braking performance
- 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test (2019)
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Dry handling
Strong
in 8 of 14 tests
Details
highly rated in the dry
- 2020 EVO UHP Summer Tyre Test (2020)sporty handling
- 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test (2020)Very short braking distances in the dry with excellent steering precision and speed in the dry
- 2020 UHP, UUHP and Track Day Tyre Test (2020)dynamic driving behavior in the dry
- 2018 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tyre Test (2018)Good handling and balance in the wet or dry
- 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test (2018)
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Wet handling
Strong
in 7 of 14 tests
Details
secure handling characteristics
- 2021 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tyre Test (2021)dynamic driving behaviour in the wet, short wet and dry braking distances, good comfort and low rolling resistance
- 2021 Auto Bild UUHP Summer Tyre Test (2021)Stable cornering in the wet
- 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test (2020)dynamic driving behavior in the dry and wet
- 2018 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tyre Test (2018)Good handling and balance in the wet or dry
- 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test (2018)
Performance Weaknesses
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Aquaplaning Resistance
Strong
in 2 of 14 tests
Details
- 2021 Auto Bild 19": 12/15 curved aquaplaning (+16.5% from best)
- 2018 Auto Bild 19": 6/6 straight aquaplaning (+8%)
- 2018 Auto Bild 20": 6/8 straight aquaplaning (+8.6%)
- 2020 Auto Bild UHP: 5/10 straight aquaplaning (+5.9%)
bottom-of-the-table aquaplaning results
- 2020 EVO UHP Summer Tyre Test (2020)low aquaplaning resistance
- 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test (2019)
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Wet Handling Variability
Moderate
Details
- 2018 EVO: 6/6 wet handling (+4.2%) and 6/6 subjective wet; 5/6 wet braking (+3.9%)
- 2020 EVO: 7/7 wet handling (+5.4%) despite 2nd wet braking
- 2021 Sport Auto UHP: 7/8 wet braking (+7.6%), 4/8 wet handling (+1.5%)
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Price/Value
Moderate
Details
- 2021 Auto Bild 19": price 12/15 (+85.3% from best)
- 2021 Auto Bild UUHP: price 6/9 (+97% from best)
- 2018 Auto Bild 19": price 5/6 (+109.5% from best)
- 2018 Sport Auto 19": price 7/9 (+117.6% from best)
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Rolling Resistance (inconsistent across sizes)
Minor
Details
- 2018 Auto Bild 20": 8/8 rolling resistance (+13.4% from best)
- 2018 Auto Bild 19": 5/6 rolling resistance (+16.3% from best)
- 2020 Auto Bild UHP: 6/10 rolling resistance (+13% from best)
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Rolling resistance
Strong
in 4 of 14 tests
Details
average rolling resistance
- 2020 UHP, UUHP and Track Day Tyre Test (2020)high rolling resistance
- 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test (2018)Average rolling resistance
- 2018 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tyre Test (2018)High rolling resistance
- 2017 Auto Bild Sports Cars Tyre Test (2017)
Do owners agree with the tests?
Every tester write-up on the Continental Sport Contact 6 (14 tests) and 91 owner reviews were tagged for the aspects they judge. Where both have spoken, this is how they line up.
Where owners and testers agree
- Dry grip strength in 4 of 14 tests 49 praise, 2 criticise of 91 reviews · Read those reviews
- Wet grip strength in 4 of 14 tests 30 praise, 5 criticise of 91 reviews · Read those reviews
- Steering feel strength in 9 of 14 tests 14 praise, 3 criticise of 91 reviews · Read those reviews
- Ride comfort strength in 5 of 14 tests 13 praise, 5 criticise of 91 reviews · Read those reviews
- Road noise strength in 3 of 14 tests 18 praise, 6 criticise of 91 reviews · Read those reviews
- Dry handling strength in 8 of 14 tests 9 praise, 1 criticise of 91 reviews · Read those reviews
Raised by owners, not by any test of this tyre
- Tread life no test mentions it 11 praise, 45 criticise of 91 reviews · Read those reviews
Flagged by testers, not mentioned by owners
- Wet braking strength in 4 of 14 tests no owner mentions it
Every test, newest first 16
Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.
2021 3 tests
P4 of 8
Beat 57% of the field
2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test
The aging Sport Contact 6 is still an excellent tyre.
P2 of 9
Beat 88% of the field
2021 Auto Bild UUHP Summer Tyre Test
Highly Recommended.
2020 3 tests
P2 of 7
Beat 83% of the field
2020 EVO UHP Summer Tyre Test
The SportContact 6 lacked corner traction in the wet, as is reflected in its slowest wet handling time and bottom-of-the-table aquaplaning results, but it was good elsewhere and subjectively was highly rated in the dry and on the road route for its steering feel, calm poise and decent refinement.
P1 of 10
Beat 78% of the field
2020 UHP, UUHP and Track Day Tyre Test
Proven wet grip, now with new convincing mix of abilities.
P1 of 10
Beat 89% of the field
2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test
Highly Recommended.
2019 2 tests
P3 of 8
Beat 71% of the field
2019 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test
An excellent all round tyre which excels in steering feel and dry grip. The sportiest feeling tyre on test. Highly Recommended.
P1 of 8
Beat 100% of the field
2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test
Highly Recommended.
2018 4 tests
P4 of 6
Beat 40% of the field
P1 of 6
Beat 100% of the field
P2 of 9
Beat 63% of the field
P5 of 8
Beat 43% of the field
2017 1 test
P1 of 9
Beat 100% of the field
2017 Auto Bild Sports Cars Tyre Test
Exemplary / Test Winner
2016 3 tests
P2 of 2
Beat 0% of the field
P1 of 9
Beat 100% of the field
2016 EVO Summer Performance Tyre Test
Third fastest and best braking in the dry, extremely competent in the wet and solid road manners mean the new Sport Contact 6 wins. The best all round tyre on test.
P1 of 6
Beat 100% of the field
2016 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test
Exemplary
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