73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
72/100
200 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Continental Premium Contact 2 vs Dunlop SP Sport FM800 — Compared (May 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
84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
82/100
69 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Sport FM800 — better treadwear, comfort and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
5 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)
SP Sport FM800 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Premium Contact 2 | SP Sport FM800 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 88 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
SP Sport FM800 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Premium Contact 2 | SP Sport FM800 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 86 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport FM800 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Premium Contact 2 | SP Sport FM800 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 84 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Sport FM800 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Premium Contact 2 | SP Sport FM800 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport FM800 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Premium Contact 2 | SP Sport FM800 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 83 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental Premium Contact 2 | Dunlop SP Sport FM800 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 73 | 84 |
| Dry | 84 | 88 |
| Wet | 77 | 86 |
| Comfort | 73 | 84 |
| Treadwear | 62 | 82 |
| Handling | 73 | 83 |
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73
/ 100
Tire A
84
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental PremiumContact 2 is widely regarded as a high-performance touring tire that excels in dry and wet grip, offering a communicative and confidence-inspiring driving experience. However, the consensus is heavily polarized by its rapid tread wear, with many users reporting significantly shorter lifespans compared to competitors, leading to concerns regarding overall value for money.
Pros
- Excellent grip and stability in both dry and wet conditions
- High level of steering feedback and communicative handling
- Strong resistance to aquaplaning
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality when new
Cons
- Rapid and premature tread wear
- Performance degradation as the tire reaches the second half of its tread life
- High price point relative to its longevity
- Increased road noise as the tire ages
Observations
- Users with smaller, lightweight vehicles (e.g., VW Up, Fiat 500) report significantly better longevity and satisfaction than those with heavier sedans or SUVs.
- Drivers of performance-oriented or front-wheel-drive vehicles frequently note rapid shoulder wear and a tendency for the tire to 'let go' abruptly when pushed to the limit.
- Some users noted that specific size variations (e.g., 3-groove vs. 4-groove designs) resulted in noticeable differences in wear rates and handling characteristics.
The Dunlop SP Sport FM800 is widely regarded as a high-value, mid-budget tire that punches above its weight class in terms of wet and dry grip, comfort, and noise suppression. While most users praise its performance-to-price ratio, some report inconsistent tread longevity and a decline in performance as the rubber compound hardens over time.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- High value for money compared to premium brands
- Low road noise and high ride comfort
- Predictable handling and progressive grip limits
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life reported by some users
- Performance degradation as the tire ages/hardens
- Not suitable for high-horsepower or aggressive track use
- Occasional reports of sidewall stiffness or lack of steering precision
Observations
- Users on smaller, lighter vehicles (e.g., VW Up, Ford Focus) report excellent handling and satisfaction.
- Drivers of high-performance or heavy vehicles (e.g., C63s AMG, Jaguar XF) noted that the tire struggles with high torque and may experience premature or uneven wear.
- Some users noted that steering feel can be perceived as vague on certain tire profiles, likely due to sidewall construction.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental Premium Contact 2 | B · Dunlop SP Sport FM800 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
73
/ 100
Continental
84
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Dunlop SP Sport FM800 — better treadwear, comfort and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SP Sport FM800 scores 82 vs 62 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport FM800 scores 84 vs 73 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Sport FM800 scores 83 vs 73 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop SP Sport FM800 scores 86 vs 77 on wet.
Tire A · Continental Premium Contact 2
Tire B · Dunlop SP Sport FM800
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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.