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In their issue, Auto Bild (D) has published the ECO Summer Tyre Test 2014. The tested tyre size was 205/55 R16, the test vehicle a Peugeot 308.
Overall rating for the ContiEcoContactTM 5: "Good"
About our ContiEcoContactTM 5:
+ well balanced energy saving tyre
+ stable and safe driving behavior in the wet
+ good hydroplaning
+ short dry braking distance
- rolling resistance
The Automotive Clubs ADAC (D) / OEAMTC (A) / TCS (CH) and the consumer organization Stiftung Warentest (D) have published the Summer Tyre Test 2014 on their homepages (www.adac.de / www.oeamtc.at / www.tcs.ch / www.test.de )
- 175/65 R14 T
- 195/65 R15 V
Overall rating for the ContiEcoContactTM 5: "Good/Highly recommended" (1st place)
About our ContiEcoContactTM 5:
+ very balanced tyre
+ best on dry road
+ good in all safety relevant criteria
+ very good in wear resistance
+ good in fuel consumption
The German magazine "Gute Fahrt" (D) publishes in its current issue (3/2013) a Summer Tyre Test for the tyre size 205/55 R16 V. Test vehicle was a VW Touran.
Overall rating for the ContiEcoContactTM 5: "Good"
About our ContiEcoContactTM 5:
+ top rolling resistance value
+ top in comfort and noise
- only satisfactory in wet braking and wet handling
- weak in hydroplaning
- strong understeering
The German Consumer Organization "Stiftung Warentest" has published the Summer Tyre Test 2012.
Overall rating for the ContiEcoContactTM 5: "Good" (1st place)
About our ContiEcoContactTM 5:
+ very good on dry roads
+ very good in mileage
+ best in fuel consumption
+ good on wet roads
+ best in noise
- expensive
This state-of-the-art tyre is perfect for motorists who drive long distances, as well as drivers who are concerned with fuel consumption and the environment.
The design of the tyre improves grip in the wet, giving you safety when braking.
The ContiEcoContact™ 5 is currently a Which? Best Buy for May 2014.