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205/55 R15 Continental UltraContact variants
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Continental UltraContact is a summer tyre made in total of 80 sizes, ranging from R14 to R14 - this particular dimension is R15, which means it fits to a 15 inch/381mm diameter wheel. 205/55 R15 is 50mm wider than the narrowest dimension (155) and -10mm narrower than the widest one (195). This tyre profile of 55 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 55% of the tyre width (205mm), which results in 112.75mm sidewall height. In 205/55 R15, there is only one possible speed index for Continental UltraContact - "V", which is good for speeds up to 240 km/h. In 205/55 R15, UltraContact usually competes against N blue HD Plus, which is a tyre from Nexen with a rating of 42%, compared to 0% of the Continental in question.
Continental UltraContact is made in 80 sizes, starting from 155/70 R14 up to 195/55 R20.
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Continental UltraContact in tyre tests
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (205/55 R15)
ADAC Summer tyre test 2023 205/55 R16
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Ranked #7 of 50
Securing a respectable 7th place out of 50 contestants, the Continental UltraContact demonstrated a well-rounded performance with its strength particularly noted on dry roads and its environmental credentials. It garnered praise for its balanced driving experience, superior performance on dry surfaces, and impressive environmental footprint, boasting an exceedingly high mileage potential. However, it was not without its flaws; the tire experienced slight weaknesses on wet surfaces, with its performance in aquaplaning situations falling short of expectations. Despite these challenges, its short braking distance on dry roads helped it achieve an overall 'Good' rating. Although its handling and grip in wet conditions were commendable, its inability to efficiently combat aquaplaning slightly marred its performance. Nonetheless, its outstanding projected mileage and minimal environmental impact - highlighted by its low weight and reduced fuel consumption - solidified its reputation as a commendable choice for those prioritizing sustainability alongside performance.
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Ranked #7 of 50
Securing a respectable 7th place out of 50 contestants, the Continental UltraContact demonstrated a well-rounded performance with its strength particularly noted on dry roads and its environmental credentials. It garnered praise for its balanced driving experience, superior performance on dry surfaces, and impressive environmental footprint, boasting an exceedingly high mileage potential. However, it was not without its flaws; the tire experienced slight weaknesses on wet surfaces, with its performance in aquaplaning situations falling short of expectations. Despite these challenges, its short braking distance on dry roads helped it achieve an overall 'Good' rating. Although its handling and grip in wet conditions were commendable, its inability to efficiently combat aquaplaning slightly marred its performance. Nonetheless, its outstanding projected mileage and minimal environmental impact - highlighted by its low weight and reduced fuel consumption - solidified its reputation as a commendable choice for those prioritizing sustainability alongside performance.
| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 1,3 | 1,8 | |||||
| Continental UltraContact | 1,7 | 2,6 | |||||
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205/55 R15 - Best summer tyres (according to tests)
| # | Name | Our rating | Tested in this dimension | Tested in same width dimension | Segment | Price |
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| 1. | Kumho Ecsta HS51! Newer model available: Kumho Ecsta HS52 | Upper-middle | £78 88 V | |||
| 2. | Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125! Newer model available: Hankook Ventus Prime 4 | Premium | £114 88 V + 1 | |||
| 3. | Falken ZIEX ZE310 ECORUN! Newer model available: Falken ZIEX ZE320 | Upper-middle | £88 88 V | |||
| 4. | Uniroyal RainSport 5 | Upper-middle | £99 88 V | |||
| 5. | Continental Ecocontact 6! Newer model available: Continental EcoContact 7 | Premium | £162 88 V | |||
| 6. | Petlas Imperium PT515 | Lowcost | ||||
| 7. | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance! Newer model available: Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 | Premium | £154 88 V | |||
| 8. | Barum Bravuris 5 HM! Newer model available: Barum Bravuris 6 | Lowcost | £86 88 V |
