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 SportContact 2 SSR Run Flat — 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.
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78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
7 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental AllSeasonContact — better comfort, treadwear and wet. Pick the Continental SportContact 2 SSR Run Flat if dry matters most to you.
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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)
SportContact 2 SSR Run Flat leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | SportContact 2 SSR Run Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 87 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
AllSeasonContact leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | SportContact 2 SSR Run Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 83 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | SportContact 2 SSR Run Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
AllSeasonContact leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | SportContact 2 SSR Run Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 67 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | SportContact 2 SSR Run Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 80 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
AllSeasonContact leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | SportContact 2 SSR Run Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 70 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SportContact 2 SSR Run Flat leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | SportContact 2 SSR Run Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental AllSeasonContact | Continental SportContact 2 SSR Run Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 78 |
| Dry | 79 | 87 |
| Wet | 86 | 83 |
| Snow | 79 | – |
| Comfort | 85 | 67 |
| Noise | 80 | – |
| Treadwear | 76 | 70 |
| Handling | 82 | 84 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
78
/ 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 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 SportContact 2 SSR is a polarizing run-flat tire that generally offers superior grip and comfort compared to older generation run-flat competitors like the Bridgestone Potenza. While many users appreciate its wet and dry performance, the tire's aging design is frequently criticized for uneven wear patterns, road noise, and a harsh ride quality on lower-profile fitments.
Pros
- Strong wet and dry traction performance
- Improved ride comfort compared to competing run-flat brands
- Respectable tread longevity for some users
- Reliable handling characteristics
Cons
- Tendency for uneven tread wear
- Increased road noise as the tire ages
- Harsh ride quality on low-profile, staggered setups
- Dated design compared to modern tire iterations
Observations
- Users with higher-profile 16-inch tires report significantly better ride comfort than those using low-profile, staggered setups on BMW 3-series models.
- Drivers of E90/E92 BMW chassis report mixed experiences, with some noting premature or uneven wear on both front and rear axles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental AllSeasonContact | B · Continental SportContact 2 SSR Run Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Continental
78
/ 100
Continental
Winner: Continental AllSeasonContact — better comfort, treadwear and wet. Pick the Continental SportContact 2 SSR Run Flat if dry matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental AllSeasonContact scores 85 vs 67 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental SportContact 2 SSR Run Flat scores 87 vs 79 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Continental AllSeasonContact scores 76 vs 70 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental AllSeasonContact scores 86 vs 83 on wet.
Tire A · Continental AllSeasonContact
Tire B · Continental SportContact 2 SSR Run Flat
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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.