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Continental UltraContact NXT

Summer
Premium
9.9 /10 Recommended

The UltraContact NXT is Continental's newest summer model, launched in 2024 with no predecessor — and it's already won both tests it entered. Wet performance is the standout, with short braking distances and confident handling on wet asphalt. Dry is precise too, though the dry braking slightly trails its wet capabilities. Comfort and noise levels are high, which makes it very pleasant for everyday use. Only 23 sizes are available so far, so check if yours is covered before getting too excited.

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3 Tests Price from: £115 19 Sizes
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See how this tyre stacks up against its closest rivals across all tested properties

ContinentalThis tyre
UltraContact NXT
9.9
GoodyearPremium
Efficient Grip Performance 2
8.7
Better at: Wet handling - objective, Mileage
Worse at: Rolling resistance, Dry handling
BridgestonePremium
Turanza 6
8.1
Better at: Aquaplaning - longitudal, Wet handling - objective
Worse at: Exterior noise, Wet braking
MichelinPremium
Primacy 5
8.6
Better at: Aquaplaning - longitudal, Comfort
Worse at: Dry braking, Wet handling
ContinentalPremium
PremiumContact 7
9.8
Better at: Wet braking, Aquaplaning - longitudal
Worse at: Rolling resistance, Exterior noise
GoodyearPremium
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
9.4
Better at: Mileage, Aquaplaning - longitudal
Worse at: Rolling resistance
HankookPremium
Ventus Prime 4
7.6
Better at: Aquaplaning - longitudal
Worse at: Rolling resistance, Dry braking
VredesteinPremium
Ultrac+
6.6
Better at: Aquaplaning - longitudal
Worse at: Mileage, Rolling resistance
PirelliPremium
Cinturato (C3)
9.7
Better at: Aquaplaning - longitudal, Wet handling
Worse at: Rolling resistance, Exterior noise
MichelinPremium
e.Primacy
7.4
Better at: Rolling resistance, Dry steering response
Worse at: Wet braking, Dry handling - objective
BridgestonePremium
Turanza T005
8.8
Better at: Rolling resistance
Worse at: Comfort, Exterior noise
BFUpper-middle
Goodrich Advantage 2
6.7
Better at: Comfort
Worse at: Wet handling, Dry handling
ToyoUpper-middle
Proxes Comfort
7.8
Better at: Aquaplaning - longitudal
Worse at: Rolling resistance, Dry handling
MaxxisBudget
Premitra HP6
5.9
Worse at: Exterior noise, Rolling resistance
FalkenUpper-middle
ZIEX ZE320
7.7
Better at: Aquaplaning - longitudal
Worse at: Rolling resistance, Mileage
LinglongBudget
Sport Master
7.7
Better at: Aquaplaning - longitudal
Worse at: Rolling resistance, Mileage

Pros & Cons

Strengths

Remarkably balanced overall performance provides exceptional stability and safety on a wide range of surfaces and weather conditions.

Outstanding handling and steering precision ensure agile driving dynamics, delivering excellent performance on both wet and dry roads.

Superior braking performance—evident in notably short stopping distances under wet conditions—enhances overall driving safety.

Weaknesses

The tire’s rolling resistance is only average, which may compromise efficiency despite its otherwise high-performance attributes.

History

2024

Continental UltraContact NXT was launched

2025
2× Tested2× Winner
Automotorsport215/55 R171stOutstanding
motor205/55 R161stTest winner
2026
1× Tested
AvD215/55 R17#2Highly recommended
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Performance analysis

Material Composition

This chart compares the proportion of different types of sustainable materials used in the UltraContact NXT tire.

EU Tyre Label Performance

This chart shows the EU tyre label ratings for the UltraContact NXT across important performance categories.

Tests (3)

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3 Tests 2× Winner 3× Recommended
AvD Summer
215/55 R17
#2 Of 15 Tyres
AvD2026
2ndHighly recommended
VW T-Roc
1.Pirelli Cinturato (C3)Highly recommended
2.Continental UltraContact NXTHighly recommended
3.Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2Highly recommended

Sizes (19)

205/55 R16From £120

1 Variants

94WXL
mytyres.co.ukBest£120
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Continental Summer - Lineup at a glance

Where each model sits, what it is tuned for, and how the models trade off

Continental's passenger summer range runs from the uncompromisingly sporty SportContact 7, through the versatile all-rounder PremiumContact 7, to the efficiency-focused UltraContact NXT and the new EcoContact 7. Within one brand the models aren't directly comparable - each is built for a different purpose.

From sporty to efficient
◀ Sporty / performanceComfort / efficiency ▶
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Ratings

Tested 3× By professional organizations

●Highly recommended3× (100%)

Performance by size

xxx/xx R16 10.0xxx/xx R17 10.0205/xx Rxx 10.0215/xx Rxx 10.0

Frequently asked questions

Where is Continental UltraContact NXT made?
Continental UltraContact NXT is made in Portugal.
Is this tyre suitable for SUVs?
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.

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