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Continental SportContact 7

Summer
Premium
10.0 /10 Recommended

Our favorite every-day performance tyre that delivers fast laps on dry circuits while being safe for the daily commute, having won multiple tests in wet conditions. However, if you lean more towards comfort and low rolling resistance, the PremiumContact 7 might be a better choice.

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Pros & Cons

Strengths

Exceptional braking performance with extremely short stopping distances on both dry and wet surfaces, making it one of the fastest in dry conditions.

Superior handling dynamics featuring precise steering response, stable side guidance, and dynamic cornering for a confident driving experience.

Outstanding wet performance with high aquaplaning resistance that ensures secure driving in rainy conditions.

Well-balanced overall grip and responsiveness deliver reliable performance in both braking and cornering.

Weaknesses

Noticeably elevated rolling and pass-by noise compared to expectations.

Reduced rolling comfort that can result in a slightly harsher ride on some surfaces.

A tendency to understeer in aggressive cornering, with some users reporting compromised performance during high-speed or sharp curve maneuvers.

History

SportContact 38.3SportContact 58.3SportContact 62016–20218.3SportContact 72022–202610.0
2022

Continental SportContact 7 was launched and replaced Continental SportContact 6.

2022
2× Tested1× Winner
Sportauto235/35 R191stOutstanding
Autobild245/40 R19#2Exemplary
2023
5× Tested5× Winner
Gute-Fahrt235/35 R191stOutstanding
Autozeitung235/35 R191stTest winner
Autobild225/40 R181stOutstanding
Automotorsport255/45 R201stVery good
SportAuto225/40 R181stOutstanding
2024
1× Tested1× Winner
Autobild295/30 R201stExemplary
2025
5× Tested4× Winner
Die Reifentester225/40 R181stVery good
ADAC225/40 R181stGood
Autobild245/35 R191stExemplary
AUTOBILD245/35 R191stExemplary
TYRE REVIEWS225/40 R18#2Highly recommended
2026
3× Tested1× Winner
Sportscars275/35 R191stExemplary
ACE225/40 R18#2Highly recommended
TYRE REVIEWS235/35 R19#3Recommended

Tests (17)

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17 Tests 12× Winner 16× Recommended
ADAC Summer
225/40 R18
Winner
Autobild Summer
225/40 R18
Winner
1stOutstanding
Toyota Yaris GR

Sizes (92)

225/40 R18From £88

1 Variants

92YXL
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225/45 R18From £129

1 Variants

95YXL
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225/50 R18From £188

1 Variants

99WXL
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235/40 R18From £115

1 Variants

95YXL
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245/40 R18From £121

2 Variants

97YXLMO1 A
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245/45 R18From £131

1 Variants

100YXL
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255/35 R18From £156

1 Variants

94YXL
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1 Variants

99YMO1 A
265/35 R18From £170

1 Variants

97YXL
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265/40 R18From £175

1 Variants

101YXL
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1 Variants

97Y.

Ratings

Tested 17× By professional organizations

Test winner15× (88%)
Recommended2× (12%)

Performance by size

xxx/xx R18 9.8xxx/xx R19 9.8xxx/xx R20 10.0225/xx Rxx 9.8235/xx Rxx 9.6245/xx Rxx 10.0255/xx Rxx 10.0265/xx Rxx 10.0295/xx Rxx 10.0

Frequently asked questions

Where is Continental SportContact 7 made?
Continental SportContact 7 is made in Czech Republic/Slovakia/Portugal.

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