Best test result: #1 of 10 in 2026 autozurnal Eco Summer Tyre Test (rolling resistance)
“Advice on new tyres So my car got stolen (RIP) and I bought a 16' MB c200d with rears 245/40r18 Its time to change them and I don't know what to do. A/S are not needed because snow is very rare in central Spain. Winter temperatures range between 0-10°C and summer range from 30 to 40. As I drive 25-30000 km per year I especially value wet performance and durability (Minimum 35-40000 km). The problem is, the tyres that would fit perfectlly to me are not available in this size (GY efficient grip performance 2 -best tyres i've ever had- and Michelin Primacy 5). What i've seen is Firestone (both roadhawk 2 and roadhawk sport), continental PC7, GY assy 6, Michelin PS5, bridgestone T6, Dunlop sport TG, kormoran/tigar/Taurus summer 2, nexen sport, hancook (Ventus evo 137 and Ventus prime 4) and kumho ps72. Even though It would be nice to save some money, i'm worried about losing rear grip when wet (its my first rwd) so its not important. What would you pick? Read more”
Best test result: #1 of 5 in 2017 Summer SUV Tyre Test (dry handling)
“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”
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
80
Dry
PremiumContact 6 +2
82
Why this score
Source
EfficientGrip Performance 2
PremiumContact 6
Professional tests (TWG score)
80
86
Reviews found online
80
76
Dry Braking (% of best)
95%
93%
Dry Handling (% of best)
99%
100%
Dry (% of best)
97%
98%
82
Wet
PremiumContact 6 +1
83
Why this score
Source
EfficientGrip Performance 2
PremiumContact 6
Professional tests (TWG score)
82
87
Reviews found online
81
78
Longitudinal Aquaplaning (% of best)
72%
97%
Transverse Aquaplaning (% of best)
50%
90%
Wet (% of best)
96%
96%
Wet Braking (% of best)
98%
94%
Wet Braking - Concrete (% of best)
85%
100%
Wet Circle (% of best)
99%
97%
Wet Handling (% of best)
99%
99%
–
Snow
No comparison
73
Why this score
Source
EfficientGrip Performance 2
PremiumContact 6
Reviews found online
–
76
81
Comfort
EfficientGrip Performance 2 +4
77
Why this score
Source
EfficientGrip Performance 2
PremiumContact 6
Professional tests (TWG score)
84
82
Reviews found online
77
70
75
Noise
EfficientGrip Performance 2 +23
52
Why this score
Source
EfficientGrip Performance 2
PremiumContact 6
Professional tests (TWG score)
81
39
Reviews found online
–
71
Exterior Noise (% of best)
71%
98%
91
Treadwear
EfficientGrip Performance 2 +15
76
Why this score
Source
EfficientGrip Performance 2
PremiumContact 6
Professional tests (TWG score)
100
84
Reviews found online
78
65
79
Handling
EfficientGrip Performance 2 +4
75
Why this score
Source
EfficientGrip Performance 2
PremiumContact 6
Reviews found online
79
75
Scores at a glance
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 vs Continental PremiumContact 6: scores by category (0–100)
Category
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
Continental PremiumContact 6
Relative Score
83
77
Dry
80
82
Wet
82
83
Snow
–
73
Comfort
81
77
Noise
75
52
Treadwear
91
76
Handling
79
75
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Headline score
83
/ 100
EfficientGrip Performance 2
77
/ 100
PremiumContact 6
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
The professional test results behind the scores
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
EfficientGrip Performance 2
PremiumContact 6
Δ
Both?
Curved Aquaplaning
Curved
97%#4/10 · 2022 ViBilagare Eco vs Normal Tyre Test
96%#7/10 · 2022 ViBilagare Eco vs Normal Tyre Test
+1.3
Same test
Dry Braking
Dry
95%#13/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test
93%#18/53 · 2021 53 Summer Tyre Braking Test
+1.8
Different tests
Dry Handling
Dry
99%#2/8 · 2023 Motor Summer Tyre Test
100%#1/5 · 2017 Summer SUV Tyre Test
−0.9
Different tests
Dry
Dry
97%#4/8 · 2022 Al Volante Summer Tire Test R16
98%#3/8 · 2022 Al Volante Summer Tire Test R16
−1.0
Same test
Rolling Resistance
Efficiency
100%#1/10 · 2026 autozurnal Eco Summer Tyre Test
98%#3/9 · 2021 EVO Summer Tyre Test
+2.3
Different tests
Energy Consumption
Energy
100%#1/10 · 2026 autozurnal Eco Summer Tyre Test
88%#6/10 · 2023 The Best Electric Vehicle Tyres VS UHP Tyres
+12.0
Different tests
Fuel Consumption
Fuel
99%#2/8 · 2021 ViBilagare Summer Tyre Test
98%#3/8 · 2021 ViBilagare Summer Tyre Test
+0.9
Same test
Exterior Noise
Noise
71%#7/6 · 2024 ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ Summer Tire Test R17
98%#5/8 · 2022 Motor Crossover Summer Tire Test R17
−26.6
Different tests
Abrasion
Other
87%#2/16 · 2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test
50%#10/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test
+37.0
Different tests
Noise
Other
100%#1/11 · 2021 Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test
97%#11/11 · 2019 Auto Bild Sports Car Tyre Test
+3.1
Different tests
Price
Other
57%#13/16 · 2024 ADAC Summer Tyre Test
49%#19/20 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test
+8.0
Different tests
Value
Other
100%#1/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test
80%#2/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test
+20.0
Different tests
Wear
Other
100%#1/16 · 2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test
99%#2/16 · 2020 ADAC 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test
+1.0
Different tests
Overall Ranking
Overall
20%#5/8 · 2023 Motor Summer Tyre Test
25%#4/10 · 2021 All Road SUV Summer Tyre Test
−5.0
Different tests
Straight Aqua
Straight
89%#7/10 · 2026 autozurnal Eco Summer Tyre Test
89%#8/20 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test
+0.9
Different tests
Subj. Comfort
Subj
90%#3/10 · 2020 Teknikens 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test
50%#8/8 · 2021 ViBilagare Summer Tyre Test
+40.0
Different tests
Subj. Dry Handling
Subj
96%#2/10 · 2026 autozurnal Eco Summer Tyre Test
100%#1/16 · 2018 Test World Summer Tyre Test
−4.0
Different tests
Subj. Noise
Subj
100%#1/8 · 2021 ViBilagare Summer Tyre Test
60%#6/8 · 2021 ViBilagare Summer Tyre Test
+40.0
Same test
Subj. Wet Handling
Subj
88%#2/6 · 2024 ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ Summer Tire Test R17
79%#8/9 · 2021 EVO Summer Tyre Test
+8.3
Different tests
Total Cost of Ownership
Total
0%#1/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test
0%#2/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test
0.0
Different tests
Tyre Weight
Tyre
96%#4/10 · 2020 Teknikens 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test
100%#1/10 · 2020 Teknikens 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test
−4.0
Same test
Longitudinal Aquaplaning
Wet
72%#8/6 · 2024 ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ Summer Tire Test R17
97%#4/8 · 2022 Motor Crossover Summer Tire Test R17
−24.8
Different tests
Transverse Aquaplaning
Wet
50%#7/6 · 2024 ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ Summer Tire Test R17
90%#2/9 · 2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19
−40.0
Different tests
Wet
Wet
96%#5/8 · 2022 Al Volante Summer Tire Test R16
96%#5/8 · 2022 Al Volante Summer Tire Test R16
0.0
Same test
Wet Braking
Wet
98%#2/7 · 2025 Motor Low Rolling Resistance (AA) Tyre Test
94%#3/11 · 2019 Auto Bild Sports Car Tyre Test
+4.5
Different tests
Wet Braking - Concrete
Wet
85%#6/16 · 2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test
100%#1/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test
−15.2
Different tests
Wet Circle
Wet
99%#2/21 · 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test
97%#8/10 · 2022 AMS Performance Summer Tyre Test
+1.5
Different tests
Wet Handling
Wet
99%#4/8 · 2021 ViBilagare Summer Tyre Test
99%#2/5 · 2017 Summer SUV Tyre Test
+0.7
Different tests
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A EfficientGrip Performance 2
Pros
Exceptional tread longevity and mileage capability
Quiet operation and high cabin comfort
Strong grip and predictable handling in both wet and dry conditions
Cons
Soft sidewalls can cause steering vagueness or body roll during aggressive cornering
Some users report increased tire noise or resonance as the tread wears down
Occasional complaints regarding weaker wet braking or traction compared to dedicated sports tires
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
Positive
Community opinion on the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is largely positive, with users frequently praising its exceptional wet performance, high durability, and overall comfort. Some users note that its soft sidewalls can make it feel less sharp during spirited cornering, but it remains a top choice for efficiency, braking, and longevity.
#Wet performance and braking#High durability and longevity#Soft sidewalls and cornering handling#Comfort and low rolling resistance#Comparison with Michelin Primacy
Based on 9 community posts
Tire B
Continental PremiumContact 6
Positive
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.
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.