Pros and cons
- Short braking distance on dry roads
- Low drive-by noise levels
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Competitors
The Continental EcoContact 6 is a summer tire that excels in fuel consumption and has low wear rates, according to multiple tests by various organizations. It also has short braking distances on dry roads, very good durability, and good stability in changing curves. However, the tire struggles with aquaplaning on wet roads, resulting in a reduced ability to stop in wet conditions. The low profile of the tire causes it to slide early on wet surfaces, leading to a sometimes uneven distribution of braking power at the limit. The tire can also exhibit delayed steering response and understeering behavior. Overall, the Continental EcoContact 6 is a recommended tire, despite its deficiencies in wet conditions.
Sizes
Continental EcoContact 6 is made in 304 sizes, starting from 155/70 R13 up to 315/30 R22.
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Continental EcoContact 6 is ranked #68 of 943 summer tyres based on the results of tests carried out by Autobild 2022, Autobild 2022, and other organizations. Continental EcoContact 6 belongs to the Premium segment and is made by a manufacturer from Germany. It is made in total of 304 sizes, 155/70 R13 being the smallest and 315/30 R22 the largest. This tyre was featured in tests 5 times, first test was carried in 2020. Continental EcoContact 6 replaced an older model - Continental ContiEcoContact 5. Eu ratings can provide interesting overview over the available dimensions - 52% of Continental EcoContact 6 has "A" wet grip rating and most (70%) of the dimensions has "A" fuel-saving rating. Noise is a strong quality of Continental EcoContact 6 - most dimensions have below average noise level values - 45% of them produce 0db noise, which result in "a" rating. It can be compared to Turanza T005, which is a tyre from Bridgestone (Japan) and has a rating of 89%, compared to 68% of the Continental in question. There was a braking test that featured both Bridgestone Turanza T005 and Continental EcoContact 6 held by autobild in 2022. It was tested on a VW Passat with 215/55 R17 tyres. On the wet, the Bridgestone stopped from 80km/h earlier than the Continental - 27,5m, whereas the Continental took 32,7m to come to a full stop. We can see the same story on the dry, where the Bridgestone stopped earlier at the 35,8m mark, compared to 36,4m of the Continental.
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Timeline
2020
Continental EcoContact 6 was launched and replaced Continental EcoContact 5.
2020
Continental EcoContact 6 was tested 1x (ADAC)
2022
Continental EcoContact 6 was tested 4x (ADAC,...)
Achievements
Continental EcoContact 6 in tyre tests
The Continental EcoContact 6 is a premium segment tyre that has been tested by some of Europe's most respected tyre testing organizations. The tests cover a range of dimensions and periods from the year 2020 to 2022. The tyre was found to have an overall rating of 78%, which is not ideal for a premium segment tyre. The Autobild Summer tyre test 2022 215/55 R17 ranked it in 19th place out of 21, while the ADAC Summer tyre test 2022 185/65 R15 placed it in 8th place out of 16. However, the tyre excelled in certain disciplines during the Autobild Summer tyre test 2022 215/55 R17, where it ranked best for exterior noise, comfort, and rolling resistance. The Continental EcoContact 6 was also best in interior noise during the ADAC Summer tyre test 2022 185/65 R15 and fuel efficiency and mileage during the ADAC Summer tyre test 2020 235/55 R17. Overall, the Continental EcoContact 6 did not manage to win any of the tests, but it featured in multiple tests, illustrating its popularity in the market.
All tyre tests where Continental EcoContact 6 was featured:
| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 1,7 | 1,6 | 2,7 | 1 | 1,7 | ||
| Continental EcoContact 6 | 2,6 | 2,4 | 3,0 | 2,5 | 1,8 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 146 | 134 | |||||
| Continental EcoContact 6 | 101 | 134 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 2+ | 1+ | ||||
| Continental EcoContact 6 | 2- | 2 | 3+ | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,7 | 27,5 | |||||
| Continental EcoContact 6 | 36,4 | 32,7 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 2,2 | 1,7 | 2,1 | 1,0 | 1,2 | ||
| Continental EcoContact 6 | 2,8 | 2,0 | 2,3 | 1,0 | 1,2 | ||
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Test ratings distribution
| 85% (4x) | |
|---|---|
| Satisfactory | Good |
| 3x | 1x |
Ratings x Wheel size
| R15 | R17 |
|---|---|
| 85% (1x) | 85% (3x) |
Ratings x Width
| 185/xx Rxx | 215/xx Rxx | 235/xx Rxx |
|---|---|---|
| 85% (1x) | 85% (2x) | 85% (1x) |
FAQ
Where is Continental EcoContact 6 made?
Continental EcoContact 6 is made in Germany.
Is this tyre suitable for SUVs?
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.