Continental EcoContact 6 is a summer tyre made in total of 316 sizes, ranging from R13 to R13 - this particular dimension is R18, which means it fits to a 18 inch/457.2mm diameter wheel. 215/50 R18 is 60mm wider than the narrowest dimension (155) and 100mm narrower than the widest one (315). This tyre profile of 50 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 50% of the tyre width (215mm), which results in 107.5mm sidewall height. In 215/50 R18, there is only one possible speed index for Continental EcoContact 6 - "V", which is good for speeds up to 240 km/h. In 215/50 R18, EcoContact 6 usually competes against Primacy 4, which is a tyre from Michelin with a rating of 82%, compared to 53% of the Continental in question.
Autobild Summer tyre test 2022 215/55 R17 satisfactory Ranked #19 of 21Finishing 19th out of 21 competitors, the Continental EcoContact 6 tire was deemed to have a 'Satisfactory' final rating. Despite its lower ranking, it notably excelled in certain disciplines, showcasing the best performance in exterior noise, comfort, and rolling resistance. The tire demonstrated commendable strengths, such as short braking distances on dry roads, low rolling resistance, and very good mileage. However, it was not without its drawbacks, which included limited aquaplaning reserves, extended braking distances on wet surfaces, delayed steering response, and a tendency to understeer. This mixed performance underlines its particular suitability for consumers prioritizing comfort, noise level, and fuel efficiency over aggressive wet surface handling.