Relative Score (0–100): 60% professional tests, 40% owner reviews.
PremiumContact 6 is ahead, 77–69
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Tests 82 · 42 tests Owners 73 · 2,343 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 10 in 2023 The Best Electric Vehicle Tyres VS UHP Tyres (dry braking)
“I had the conti PC6 on my old F56 JCW running 300bhp/324lb-ft. 17" 215/45 Found them great In the wet, although the sidewalls were rather soggy compared to the previous Michelin Supersport, which admittedly are more of a UHP tyre”
Tests 76 · 19 tests Owners 59 · 3,355 reviews
Best test result: #3 of 45 in 2019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking Shootout (overall ranking)
“You will love the Ventus S1 EVO3's, I purchased a set back in May 2020 for $473 delivered. In your climate driving at Texas speeds (75-85) efficiency is gonna be about 270-295 Wh/m. I just ordered a set of the iON EVO AS to try out as I have a need for snow use but not bad enough for snow tires.”
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
| Source | PremiumContact 6 | Ventus S1 evo3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | 84 |
| Reviews found online | 76 | 63 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 100% | 97% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 100% | 98% |
| Source | PremiumContact 6 | Ventus S1 evo3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | 88 |
| Reviews found online | 78 | 69 |
| Longitudinal Aquaplaning (% of best) | 97% | 98% |
| Transverse Aquaplaning (% of best) | 84% | 87% |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 80% | 89% |
| Wet Circle (% of best) | 97% | 97% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 99% | 99% |
| Source | PremiumContact 6 | Ventus S1 evo3 |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews found online | 76 | – |
| Source | PremiumContact 6 | Ventus S1 evo3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | 65 |
| Reviews found online | 70 | 59 |
| Source | PremiumContact 6 | Ventus S1 evo3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 39 | 74 |
| Reviews found online | 71 | – |
| Source | PremiumContact 6 | Ventus S1 evo3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 84 | 61 |
| Reviews found online | 65 | 46 |
| Source | PremiumContact 6 | Ventus S1 evo3 |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews found online | 75 | 60 |
| Category | Continental PremiumContact 6 | Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 69 |
| Dry | 82 | 76 |
| Wet | 83 | 81 |
| Snow | 73 | – |
| Comfort | 77 | 62 |
| Noise | 52 | 71 |
| Treadwear | 76 | 55 |
| Handling | 75 | 60 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
Wet grip and treadwear start at “Important” — the two things buyers rank highest. Move the sliders and the scores update instantly.
Neither tire has a score here yet, so this weight changes nothing.
PremiumContact 6
Ventus S1 evo3
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | PremiumContact 6 | Ventus S1 evo3 | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curved Aquaplaning | Curved | 96% #7/10 · 2022 ViBilagare Eco vs Normal Tyre Test | 90% #6/15 · 2021 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tyre Test | +5.7 | Different tests |
| Dry Braking | Dry | 100% #1/10 · 2023 The Best Electric Vehicle Tyres VS UHP Tyres | 97% #9/10 · 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test | +3.4 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 100% #3/8 · 2021 ViBilagare Summer Tyre Test | 98% #7/9 · 2024 AZ Summer Tyre Test | +1.2 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 80% #2/9 · 2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19 | 92% #4/10 · 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tyre Test | −11.5 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 97% #10/10 · 2021 Motor Summer Tyre Test | 100% #4/20 · 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test | −2.7 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 73% #9/10 · 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test | 68% #4/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | +5.0 | Different tests |
| Value | Other | 80% #2/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | 70% #8/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | +9.6 | Same test |
| Wear | Other | 100% #1/20 · 2017 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | 76% #7/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | +23.7 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 100% #1/10 · 2019 Gute Fahrt Summer 18 Inch Tyre Test | 33% #3/45 · 2019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking Shootout | +66.7 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 92% #16/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | 91% #8/8 · 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test | +1.1 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 78% #6/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | 67% #13/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | +11.1 | Same test |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 81% #5/7 · 2019 EVO Summer Tyre Test | 60% #8/8 · 2025 Die Reifentester UHP Summer Tyre Test | +21.0 | Different tests |
| Subj. Noise | Subj | 60% #6/8 · 2021 ViBilagare Summer Tyre Test | 100% #2/8 · 2025 Die Reifentester UHP Summer Tyre Test | −40.0 | Different tests |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 100% #1/20 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test | 67% #8/8 · 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test | +33.0 | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Total | 0% #10/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 0% #14/20 · 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test | 0.0 | Different tests |
| Longitudinal Aquaplaning | Wet | 97% #4/8 · 2022 Motor Crossover Summer Tire Test R17 | 98% #3/7 · 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | −1.2 | Different tests |
| Transverse Aquaplaning | Wet | 84% #8/8 · 2022 Motor Crossover Summer Tire Test R17 | 87% #6/7 · 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | −2.8 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 80% #4/9 · 2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19 | 89% #7/15 · 2021 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tyre Test | −8.9 | Different tests |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 97% #8/10 · 2022 AMS Performance Summer Tyre Test | 97% #8/8 · 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | −0.4 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 99% #3/10 · 2017 Auto Bild Summer SUV Tyre Test | 99% #3/11 · 2022 AutoBild Sports Cars UHP Summer Tyre Test | +0.7 | Different tests |
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Community feedback for the Continental Premium Contact 6 is largely positive, with drivers consistently praising its strong wet and dry grip, safety, and braking performance. Some users note softer sidewalls compared to dedicated ultra-high-performance tires and express concerns regarding premium pricing or wear rates. Overall, it is viewed as a capable, high-performing summer tire that balances comfort and traction effectively.
“I switched out my 20” good year’s that came with the car for a set of continental premium contact 6 POL a month ago before a vacation trip. They were excellent in heavy rain. Can recommend. EX30 2024 TM Ultra.”
“Continental PremiumContact 6 Bought in 2020. new, first picture is front, second is back, I rotated them 2 years ago. I see some dry rot, but they could be good for this and another year? Škoda Octavia 1.9TDI 110hp, tire size 195-65-15”
“My continental premium contact 6’s getting to end or ? I am using these for the last 3 years and drove 46K km on them. Treadwear indicator for 3mm is getting very close. Should I rush or let them run for maybe another 5-10K ? Read more”
Based on 16 community posts
Community sentiment toward the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 3 is mixed, with users frequently praising its strong dry and wet grip, comfort, and competitive pricing. However, notable drawbacks include relatively fast tread wear, reports of increasing road noise over time, and mixed experiences with OEM specs versus premium competitors like Michelin.
“Tire preferences? My MK8 has a little over 18,000 miles now and the stock tires look like they’ve already gone to sh*t? Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 aren’t as good as they advertise? What do you recommend for tires?”
“My thoughts with the Hankooks on my '25R vs the Bridgestones on my '23R. Hankooks WAY louder but better ride quality & traction. As far as rotating - I rotate at least every two weeks (off before AutoX and on immediately after - I have dedicated AutoX tires ). I don't even pay attention to what position they're in. Zero issues.”
“Small tire size change having different ratings? (Hankook Ventus S1 Evo3) Hi all, I'm looking for a good all round tire for my MX5 (I'm in the non snowy regions of the UK so summer tires) and a pretty popular recommendation are the Ventus S1 Evo 3s. At the MX5's stock size of 205/45/R17 they are rated at A for fuel and wet performance, and 68db of noise, which is great! However I'd like to size up to 215/45/R17, and for whatever reason the ratings drop to B for fuel and wet performance, and most importantly to me, 71db of noise. I was just wondering how such a small difference in size changes things quite drastically? I know these ratings aren't that important, but it seems strange to me they'd change at all Thanks! Read more”
Based on 33 community posts
| Attribute | A · Continental PremiumContact 6 | B · Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | Summer |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 113 | 110 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 22″ | 17″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 8 - 9/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 280 A - AA A | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
Continental PremiumContact 6
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3
Winner: Continental PremiumContact 6 — better treadwear, comfort and handling. Pick the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 if noise matters most to you.
Continental PremiumContact 6 scores 76 vs 55 on treadwear.
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 scores 71 vs 52 on noise.
Continental PremiumContact 6 scores 77 vs 62 on comfort.
Continental PremiumContact 6 scores 75 vs 60 on handling.
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Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.
