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Continental

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90/ 100

BrandCompare score

4.6/5 across 8,543 reviews analysed

Who is Continental for?

Continental is a strong fit for european vehicles, wet climate regions and safety-focused buyers. In our scoring it is strongest on wet grip (95/100) and weakest on value for money (82/100). Look elsewhere if you need budget buyers and off-road use.

Derived from our 7-dimension scoring and the use cases we tested. How we score

About Continental

Continental AG is a German automotive manufacturing company specializing in tyres, brake systems, and other automotive safety technologies. Their tyres are known for excellent European engineering and safety focus.

Scores by dimension

Editorial assessments on a 0–100 scale, weighted by how much each dimension matters in this category.

Durability

Tread life and overall longevity

Wet Grip

Performance in rain and wet conditions

Dry Grip

Handling and braking on dry roads

Comfort

Ride quality and smoothness

Noise Level

Road noise (lower is better)

Fuel Efficiency

Rolling resistance and fuel economy

Value for Money

Overall value proposition

Scores are BrandCompare editorial ratings, not third-party user ratings. Weights per dimension are listed on the methodology page.

Pros and cons

Where it wins

Outstanding wet weather grip
Excellent braking performance
German engineering quality
Great for European car OEM replacement
Good fuel efficiency ratings

Where it falls short

Premium pricing
Limited truck/SUV options
May wear faster than some competitors

Best for, and not for

Good fit

European vehiclesWet climate regionsSafety-focused buyersHighway drivingLuxury sedans

Poor fit

Budget buyersOff-road useTrucks

Key facts and timeline

One of the oldest tyre manufacturers (founded 1871)
Also makes automotive electronics and brake systems
Pioneered the first pneumatic bicycle tyre in Germany
Leader in electric vehicle tyre technology

Motorsport heritage and partnerships

German engineering excellence with tech leadership

Motorsport history

Formula E (Official tyre supplier)
DTM
World Rally Championship (historic)
Extreme E

Sponsorships

Formula E · Motorsport
Extreme E · Motorsport
German Football (DFB) · Sports

Certifications

ISO 14001
ISO 9001
IATF 16949
ISO 50001

Check the latest numbers on Continental

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Pricing & plans: Official website
Public listing: Frankfurt: CON
Company: LinkedIn

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Continental: common questions

What is Continental best for?

Continental is best for european vehicles, wet climate regions, safety-focused buyers and highway driving. It is a weaker choice for budget buyers and off-road use.

What are the main drawbacks of Continental?

The most common criticisms are: Premium pricing; Limited truck/SUV options; May wear faster than some competitors.

Is Continental a budget, mid-range or premium tyre brand?

We class Continental as a premium option within tyres.

How does Continental score on BrandCompare?

Continental scores 90/100 overall. Its highest dimension is wet grip at 95/100 and its lowest is value for money at 82/100. Scores are editorial assessments weighted by the category methodology, not user ratings.

Where is Continental based and when was it founded?

Continental was founded in 1871 and is headquartered in Hanover, Germany.