225/40 R18 Continental SportContact 7 variants
Continental SportContact 7 is a summer tyre made in total of 97 sizes, ranging from R18 to R18 - this particular dimension is R18, which means it fits to a 18 inch/457.2mm diameter wheel. This tyre profile of 40 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 40% of the tyre width (225mm), which results in 90mm sidewall height. In 225/40 R18, there is only one possible speed index for Continental SportContact 7 - "Y", which is good for speeds up to 300 km/h. In 225/40 R18, SportContact 7 usually competes against Ultrac Vorti, which is a tyre from Vredestein with a rating of 55%, compared to 100% of the Continental in question. Latest test in 225/40 R18 was held by Autobild in 2023, where SportContact 7 received rating "Outstanding" and finished on the 1. place. It was tested on a Toyota Yaris GR.
Continental SportContact 7 is made in 97 sizes, starting from 225/40 R18 up to 325/35 R23.
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Continental SportContact 7 in tyre tests
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (225/40 R18)
outstanding
Ranked #1 of 13
Securing the top spot among 13 competitors, the Continental SportContact 7 showcased an exemplary performance, ultimately earning an "Outstanding" final rating. Testers were thoroughly impressed by the tyre's attributes, noting its dynamic curve handling, stable side support, and precise steering response with exceptional feedback. Additionally, it demonstrated reliably secure braking capabilities on both wet and dry surfaces. However, it was pointed out that the tyre exhibited moderate safety reserves in curve aquaplaning situations. Highlighting its superiority, the Continental SportContact 7 outperformed in several key disciplines, including Comfort, Dry braking, Dry handling, Wet braking, and Wet circle cornering, reinforcing its status as a top-performing tyre in the test.
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Continental SportContact 7 | 2+ | 1- | |||||
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outstanding
Ranked #1 of 11
Securing the top position among 11 competitors, the Continental SportContact 7 showcased an outstanding performance, ultimately earning a final rating of "Outstanding." Testers praised the tyre for its highly balanced handling and short braking distances on wet surfaces, alongside a very high grip level during braking and cornering on dry roads, complemented by very stable, quick handling. However, they noted a slight drawback in terms of cornering grip on wet surfaces not being at the very top level and an increased pass-by noise. The tyre stood out in several disciplines, achieving the best results in dry braking, dry handling, objective dry handling, dry lane changing, wet braking, and wet handling, thereby affirming its superior performance across a broad range of critical areas.
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225/40 R18 - Best summer tyres (according to tests)
225/40 R18 is found on 51 vehicles:
