215/55 R17 Continental PremiumContact 7 variants
Continental PremiumContact 7 is a summer tyre made in total of 59 sizes, ranging from R16 to R16 - this particular dimension is R17, which means it fits to a 17 inch/431.8mm diameter wheel. 215/55 R17 is 10mm wider than the narrowest dimension (205) and 100mm narrower than the widest one (315). This tyre profile of 55 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 55% of the tyre width (215mm), which results in 118.25mm sidewall height. In 215/55 R17, there are 2 possible speed indexes for Continental PremiumContact 7 - "V","W", which are good for speeds up to 240, 270 km/h. In 215/55 R17, PremiumContact 7 usually competes against Turanza 6, which is a tyre from Bridgestone with a rating of 83%, compared to 99% of the Continental in question. Latest test in 215/55 R17 was held by ADAC in 2024, where PremiumContact 7 received rating "Good" and finished on the 1. place. It was tested on a VW T-Roc.
215/55 R17 94 V
Continental PremiumContact 7 is made in 59 sizes, starting from 205/55 R16 up to 315/35 R21.
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Continental PremiumContact 7 in tyre tests
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (215/55 R17)
test winner
Ranked #1 of 5
Securing the top position among five contestants, the Continental PremiumContact 7 demonstrated exemplary performance, thereby earning the title of "Test Winner". According to the evaluators, this tire provided exceptional grip on both wet and dry surfaces, ensuring a balanced and secure driving experience. It was praised for its outstanding controllability in wet conditions, impressive steering precision, and high level of protection against aquaplaning. On dry roads, its agility, directional stability, and safety were notable advantages. Although there was a slight compromise on rear axle comfort, the overall performance of the Continental PremiumContact 7 was unmatched. It excelled in several key disciplines, including Aquaplaning - cross, Dry braking, Dry handling, Dry handling - objective, Dry steering response, Wet braking, Wet circle cornering, Wet handling, and Wet handling - objective, showcasing its superiority across a wide range of conditions without any weak points.
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good
Ranked #1 of 16
The Continental PremiumContact 7 emerged as a leading performer, securing the first position out of 16 competitors, an impressive feat highlighting its excellence. The tire distinguished itself with an exceptional balance, showcasing top-rated capabilities on both dry and wet surfaces as acknowledged by its final rating of 'Good'. Notably, it excelled in driving comfort, dry braking, dry handling, wet braking, and wet handling, surpassing all other contenders in these crucial disciplines. On dry surfaces, it set the benchmark by offering superior steering feedback, safety at the limit, and the shortest stopping distance from 100 km/h. Similarly, on wet roads, it achieved the shortest braking distances, ensuring a high level of safety and manageability through the wet handling course. However, the tire displayed some weaknesses in aquaplaning performance, specifically longitudinal aquaplaning, where it did not perform as well. Further, it earned commendation for its very high projected mileage and low fuel consumption, despite a slightly heavier weight potentially affecting its environmental rating. Overall, the Continental PremiumContact 7 redefined standards in safety, balancing its exceptional performance with sustainable attributes.
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| Best values in test | 1,6 | 1,7 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 | 2,6 | 1,7 | |||||
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| Best values in test | 87 | ||||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 | 87 | ||||||
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