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1. Continental PremiumContact 6 Premium2. Maxxis Premitra HP5 Lowcost
Comparison: Continental PremiumContact 6 vs. Maxxis Premitra HP5
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| # | Continental PremiumContact 6 | Maxxis Premitra HP5 | Add to comparison |
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| Dimensions | R15 - R22 | R15 - R18 | |
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The Continental PremiumContact 6 is an excellent choice, scoring a commendable 92% in our rating system. Crafted by reputable tyre manufacturer, Continental, these summer tyres are designed with an emphasis on dry braking, dry handling, wet braking, and wet circle cornering. According to multiple test results, the PremiumContact 6 repeatedly shines in these areas, securing leading positions in the Autobild, ADAC, and Autozeitung tests.
Its predecessor, the Continental ContiPremiumContact 5, was already a high-performing tyre in its own right. However, the PremiumContact 6 has managed to further refine the formula with notable advancements in dry handling and wet braking. Note that the PremiumContact 6 has been replaced by the Continental PremiumContact 7, which you might want to consider for additional features and improvements.
On the other hand, the Maxxis Premitra HP5 offers a decent performance with a 76% rating in our system. Manufactured by Maxxis, known for its high-quality tyres, the Premitra HP5 is a summer tyre that excels in aquaplaning resistance (both cross and longitudinal), dry handling, and wet circle cornering. These strengths have earned the Premitra HP5 respectable positions in multiple tests.
During the GTÜ test, the Premitra HP5 was remarkable for its handling, scoring a higher position (4th) than the PremiumContact 6 (6th). In the Autozeitung and ACE tests, it also showed notable prowess in dry handling. However, the tyre's performance during the Automotorsport test was lacking, achieving the last position in the test.
To sum up, the Continental PremiumContact 6 and the Maxxis Premitra HP5 both have their strengths and weaknesses. The PremiumContact 6 is a high-rated tyre with excellent dry and wet performance. It has consistently scored high in various tests, solidifying its reputation as a reliable summer tyre.
The Premitra HP5, on the other hand, offers good value with its aquaplaning resistance and dry handling. While it doesn't score as high as the PremiumContact 6 in certain tests, it's still a commendable choice for those focusing on aquaplaning safety and handling performance.
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1. Continental PremiumContact 6 Exemplary2. Maxxis Premitra HP5 Very good
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1. Continental PremiumContact 6 Recommended2. Maxxis Premitra HP5 Conditionally recommended
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Mutual tests
| Name | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | ||||
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| Best values in test | 7,3 | 7,7 | 5,9 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Recommended | 8,9 | 8,3 | 8,6 | ||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Still recommended | 8,0 | 7,7 | 7,0 | ||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | Running costs | ||
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| Best values in test | 157 | 68 | 54 | 22 | 20 | ||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Recommended | 146 | 66 | 51 | 16 | 13 | ||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Highly recommended | 152 | 67 | 49 | 16 | 20 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2 | 2+ | ||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Satisfactory | 2 | 2+ | 3 | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Offroad | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Good | 2+ | 2+ | 2- | ||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Satisfactory | 2- | 2 | 2 | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 | 36,5 | 29,6 | |||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 | 35,0 | 32,2 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | |||
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| Best values in test | 1,8 | 1,4 | 2,7 | 0,6 | |||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Good | 1,8 | 2,0 | 3,1 | 2,5 | |||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,2 | 1,4 | 3,1 | 3,0 | |||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 264 | 137 | 129 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Test winner | 264 | 137 | 127 | ||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Highly recommended | 242 | 117 | 125 | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Exemplary | 2 | 2 | 1 | ||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Satisfactory | 2- | 2- | 2 | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 1- | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2+ | |||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Satisfactory | 3+ | 2 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Offroad | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2+ | 2 | ||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2 | 2 | ||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 277 | 142 | 135 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: - | 277 | 142 | 135 | ||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: - | 247 | 126 | 121 | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,2 | 28,7 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 | 35,8 | 29,9 | |||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 | 36,3 | 33,2 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | 150 | 55 | 39 | 14 | 7 | ||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Recommended | 145 | 63 | 48 | 18 | 7 | ||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Recommended | 142 | 57 | 45 | 16 | 7 | ||
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| Name | Points total | ||||||
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| Best values in test | 9,4 | ||||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Recommended | 8,4 | ||||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Conditionally recommended | 6,9 | ||||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Offroad | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Recommended | 2 | 1- | 2 | ||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Recommended | 2 | 2 | 2 | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Exemplary | 1- | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Satisfactory | 3+ | 2 | 2+ | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 34,6 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 | 34,9 | 35 | |||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 | 35,4 | 40,5 | |||||
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