81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
93/100
28 professional tests
User signal (40%)
81/100
42 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental AllSeasonContact vs Continental Eco Contact 5 — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
69/100
91 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental AllSeasonContact — better comfort, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
AllSeasonContact leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Eco Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | 76 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 79 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 83% | 94% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
AllSeasonContact leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Eco Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 68 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 99% | 97% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Eco Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
AllSeasonContact leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Eco Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 68 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Eco Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 80 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
AllSeasonContact leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Eco Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 74 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
AllSeasonContact leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Eco Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 69 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental AllSeasonContact | Continental Eco Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 74 |
| Dry | 79 | 77 |
| Wet | 86 | 77 |
| Snow | 79 | – |
| Comfort | 85 | 68 |
| Noise | 80 | – |
| Treadwear | 76 | 74 |
| Handling | 82 | 69 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
74
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
Test data
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 | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 83% #8/9 · 2018 AZ Summer AND All Season Tyre Test | 94% #8/12 · 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre Test | -11.1 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 97% #2/12 · 2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tyre Test | 100% #1/12 · 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre Test | -3.2 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 50% #2/9 · 2018 ADAC All Season Tyre Test | 13% #8/12 · 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre Test | +37.5 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 92% #4/12 · 2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tyre Test | 90% #11/12 · 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre Test | +2 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 99% #3/9 · 2021 AZ All Season Tyre Test | 97% #3/12 · 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre Test | +2.9 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental AllSeasonContact is widely regarded as a highly capable, balanced all-season tire that excels in wet and wintry conditions while maintaining respectable dry-road performance. Users frequently praise its superior steering feedback and confidence-inspiring grip in adverse weather, often positioning it as a strong competitor to the Michelin CrossClimate series. While most owners report high satisfaction, some note concerns regarding tread longevity in hot climates and occasional noise issues.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and snow traction
- Predictable and stable handling characteristics
- High level of ride comfort and cabin refinement
- Precise steering feedback compared to segment rivals
Cons
- Accelerated tread wear in high-temperature summer conditions
- Occasional reports of road noise or specific frequency whining
- Mixed feedback on dry-road performance during extreme heat
- Some reports of premature tread cracking or durability issues
Observations
- Users with SUVs and heavier vehicles noted significant improvements in cabin noise and ride comfort compared to OE tires.
- Drivers of performance-oriented or AWD vehicles (e.g., Audi Quattro, Subaru Outback) report high confidence in snow and slush, though some note that aggressive acceleration can still break traction.
- Owners in hot climates (e.g., Greece, Southern Europe) report that the tire compound feels too soft during summer, leading to reduced handling precision and faster wear.
The Continental EcoContact 5 is a polarizing tire that excels in fuel efficiency and longevity but receives significant criticism for its wet-weather performance and road noise. While many users praise its low rolling resistance and durability, a substantial portion of the user base reports poor traction in wet conditions and high noise levels on coarse road surfaces.
Pros
- Excellent fuel economy and low rolling resistance
- High tread longevity and durability
- Reliable and predictable dry-weather handling
- Consistent performance across a wide range of vehicle types
Cons
- Poor wet-weather grip and increased risk of aquaplaning
- High road noise on coarse or uneven asphalt
- Thin sidewalls prone to bulging or damage from potholes
- Performance degradation as tread depth decreases
Observations
- Users with smaller, lighter vehicles (e.g., Fiat 500, Renault Clio) frequently reported issues with wet-weather traction and wheel spin.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles or those with high-torque engines noted that the tire's performance in the wet was particularly underwhelming during acceleration.
- Owners of vehicles with 17-inch or larger wheels reported higher sensitivity to road noise and surface imperfections.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental AllSeasonContact | B · Continental Eco Contact 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Continental
74
/ 100
Continental
Winner: Continental AllSeasonContact — better comfort, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental AllSeasonContact scores 85 vs 68 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Continental AllSeasonContact scores 82 vs 69 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental AllSeasonContact scores 86 vs 77 on wet.
Tire A · Continental AllSeasonContact
Tire B · Continental Eco Contact 5
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.