82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
97/100
21 professional tests
User signal (40%)
84/100
99 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental SportContact 7 vs Kumho Crugen HP91 — 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
73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
78/100
21 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental SportContact 7 — better noise, handling and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
6 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 7 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 7 | Crugen HP91 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 93 | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 89 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 100% | 94% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 95% | 97% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
SportContact 7 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 7 | Crugen HP91 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 85 | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 86 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 100% | 95% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 100% | 96% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 7 | Crugen HP91 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 79 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
SportContact 7 leads by 45
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 7 | Crugen HP91 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | 36 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 7 | Crugen HP91 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 67 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SportContact 7 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 7 | Crugen HP91 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 78 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 82 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental SportContact 7 | Kumho Crugen HP91 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 82 | 73 |
| Dry | 94 | 85 |
| Wet | 88 | 87 |
| Comfort | 79 | 79 |
| Noise | 81 | 36 |
| Treadwear | 67 | 67 |
| Handling | 90 | 78 |
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Headline score
82
/ 100
Tire A
73
/ 100
Tire B
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 | 100% #1/13 · 2023 AutoBild Sports Car Summer Tyre Test | 94% #4/8 · 2018 All Road 265/60 R18 4x4 Tyre Test | +5.8 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 95% #4/8 · The BEST Performance Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested! | 97% #6/8 · 2018 All Road 265/60 R18 4x4 Tyre Test | -1.9 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 93% #4/7 · Best Performance Tyres For 2025 | 89% #5/8 · 2018 All Road 265/60 R18 4x4 Tyre Test | +4.1 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 99% #5/7 · 2024 Sports Car Tyre Test | 95% #3/8 · 2018 All Road 265/60 R18 4x4 Tyre Test | +4 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 91% #8/10 · 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tyre Test | 81% #3/8 · 2018 All Road 265/60 R18 4x4 Tyre Test | +9.9 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 100% #1/4 · 2025 Sport Auto UUHP Tyre Test | 20% #5/8 · 2018 All Road 265/60 R18 4x4 Tyre Test | +80 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 99% #4/11 · 2023 Sport Auto UHP Tyre Test | 97% #4/8 · 2018 All Road 265/60 R18 4x4 Tyre Test | +2.3 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 100% #1/18 · 2025 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 95% #5/8 · 2018 All Road 265/60 R18 4x4 Tyre Test | +5.3 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 100% #1/8 · 2026 Autobild Sports Cars Summer Tyre Test | 96% #4/8 · 2018 All Road 265/60 R18 4x4 Tyre Test | +4.1 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental SportContact 7 is widely regarded as a class-leading Ultra-High Performance tire, praised for its exceptional grip in both wet and dry conditions. While it consistently outperforms many competitors in handling and feedback, users frequently note a trade-off in tread longevity and, for some, a firmer, noisier ride compared to more comfort-oriented alternatives.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- High levels of steering feedback and precision
- Strong performance in cold/damp conditions
- Excellent handling stability at high speeds
Cons
- Rapid tread wear and short lifespan
- Noticeable road noise on certain surfaces
- Firm sidewalls can lead to a harsh ride quality
- Lower initial tread depth compared to some competitors
Observations
- High-torque and heavy performance vehicles (e.g., RS3, M4, Taycan) report significant improvements in traction but experience accelerated wear.
- Users on larger rim diameters (20-22 inch) generally report acceptable comfort, while those on smaller setups or stiffer suspension configurations occasionally find the ride quality too harsh.
- Some BMW owners noted specific handling instability when using non-star-rated versions of the tire, suggesting sensitivity to vehicle-specific OE tuning.
The Kumho Crugen HP91 is widely regarded as a high-value performance tire that offers impressive wet and dry grip, often rivaling more expensive premium brands. While many users praise its comfort and handling, there is a notable polarization regarding tread longevity, with some owners reporting excellent mileage and others experiencing premature wear.
Pros
- Excellent wet and dry traction
- High value-to-price ratio compared to premium competitors
- Low road noise and high ride comfort
- Responsive handling and steering feedback
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life reported across different vehicles
- Occasional reports of sidewall or structural integrity issues
- Some users report a softer compound that wears faster than expected
Observations
- Owners of larger SUVs like the Kia Sorento and Ford Kuga generally report high satisfaction with both longevity and performance.
- Users driving on rougher road surfaces, such as those in South Africa or Ukraine, reported faster degradation or structural issues.
- Some Hyundai Santa Fe owners noted dissatisfaction with wet-weather performance and rapid tread wear compared to other vehicle owners.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental SportContact 7 | B · Kumho Crugen HP91 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Tread depth | 8 - 9/32″ | 10/32″ |
| UTQG | 240 AA A | 420 A A |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
82
/ 100
Continental
73
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: Continental SportContact 7 — better noise, handling and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Continental SportContact 7 scores 81 vs 36 on noise.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Continental SportContact 7 scores 90 vs 78 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental SportContact 7 scores 94 vs 85 on dry.
Tire A · Continental SportContact 7
Tire B · Kumho Crugen HP91
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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.