81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
130 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Continental PremiumContact 6 vs Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ — 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
92
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
4,434 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ — better comfort, treadwear and handling. 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)
Pilot Sport All Season 3+ leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | PremiumContact 6 | Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 93 |
| SimpleTire owners | 96 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport All Season 3+ leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | PremiumContact 6 | Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 87 |
| SimpleTire owners | 96 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | PremiumContact 6 | Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 50 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport All Season 3+ leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | PremiumContact 6 | Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 67 |
| SimpleTire owners | 96 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | PremiumContact 6 | Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 92 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport All Season 3+ leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | PremiumContact 6 | Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport All Season 3+ leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | PremiumContact 6 | Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 83 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental PremiumContact 6 | Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 92 |
| Dry | 89 | 95 |
| Wet | 85 | 92 |
| Snow | – | 74 |
| Comfort | 77 | 91 |
| Noise | – | 92 |
| Treadwear | 74 | 87 |
| Handling | 85 | 96 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
92
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental PremiumContact 6 is widely regarded as a high-performance touring tire that excels in providing exceptional dry and wet grip, making it a favorite for spirited daily driving. While users frequently praise its handling precision and safety, opinions are polarized regarding its comfort levels and road noise, with many noting a firmer ride than expected. Longevity is a common point of contention, as the tire's soft compound offers superior traction at the expense of faster tread wear.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and braking performance on both dry and wet surfaces.
- High level of steering precision and road feedback.
- Predictable handling characteristics that inspire driver confidence.
- Strong performance in varied weather conditions, including heavy rain.
Cons
- Faster-than-average tread wear due to the soft rubber compound.
- High levels of road noise reported by a significant portion of users.
- Firm ride quality that can feel harsh over bumps and uneven pavement.
- Inconsistent performance in near-freezing or snowy conditions.
Observations
- Users with heavier vehicles or high-torque engines often report faster tread wear and occasional traction loss under aggressive acceleration.
- Drivers of vehicles with stiffer factory suspensions note that the tire's firm sidewall can exacerbate cabin harshness, while those in softer-sprung cars find it a balanced upgrade.
- Some users report that the tire's performance and noise levels change noticeably as the tread depth approaches the 3-4mm wear limit.
The Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 is widely regarded as a top-tier ultra-high-performance all-season tire that successfully bridges the gap between summer-tire handling and year-round versatility. Most users report a significant improvement in ride quality, wet-weather confidence, and steering precision compared to OEM tires, particularly when replacing run-flats or eco-focused touring tires. While highly praised for its dry and wet grip, some users note a trade-off in tread life and occasional road noise as the tire wears.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction that inspires driver confidence.
- Significant improvement in ride comfort and noise levels compared to OEM run-flat tires.
- Precise steering response and predictable handling characteristics.
- Strong performance in light snow and cold temperatures for an all-season tire.
- Durable construction that handles road imperfections well.
Cons
- Tread life often falls short of the advertised mileage warranty, especially on high-torque or heavy vehicles.
- Increased road noise or 'humming' reported by some users, particularly as the tire wears.
- Noticeable decrease in fuel efficiency or EV range compared to low-rolling-resistance OEM tires.
- Susceptibility to sidewall bubbles or damage when hitting significant potholes.
Observations
- Tesla and EV owners frequently report a 5-20% reduction in range due to the tire's higher rolling resistance compared to OEM eco-tires.
- Users with staggered wheel setups (common on BMWs and Corvettes) note faster rear-tire wear and an inability to rotate tires, which significantly reduces overall tread life.
- Owners of heavy SUVs and performance sedans often report that the tire transforms the vehicle's handling, though some note a firmer ride quality on larger wheel diameters.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental PremiumContact 6 | B · Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Summer tire | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| Sizes available | 21 | — |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 8 - 9/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 280 A - AA A | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Continental
92
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ — better comfort, treadwear and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ scores 91 vs 77 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ scores 87 vs 74 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ scores 96 vs 85 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ scores 92 vs 85 on wet.
Tire A · Continental PremiumContact 6
Tire B · Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+
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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.