Description

Continental PremiumContact 7 (215/55R18 99V XL EV)

The 2026 Comfort King. Ready for Any Drive.

The PremiumContact 7 (PC7) is highly regarded for its ability to perform “right from the start.” It doesn’t require a warm-up phase to reach peak grip, making it exceptionally safe for short city trips as well as long highway hauls.

✨ Key Technical Features

• 🌶️ RedChili Compound:

  Traditional sport compounds need to heat up to work. Continental’s RedChili compound is designed to be “sticky” even at low temperatures.4 This provides safe, short braking distances the moment you pull out of your driveway, which is a critical safety factor in cooler morning climates.

• 📐 Adaptive Tread Design:

  The PC7 features a tread pattern that physically “adjusts” to your driving style. During straight-line cruising, the tread blocks remain open for water drainage and comfort. Under heavy cornering, the blocks interlock to provide a rigid, stable platform, giving you a sporty steering feel when you need it.

• 🔋 EV-Compatible Engineering:

  As an EV-Ready tyre, it features a reinforced internal structure to support heavy battery packs. It is also optimized for low rolling resistance (EU Class C) to help maximize electric range without sacrificing the Class A wet braking performance.

• 🔇 Superior Interior Comfort:

  Continental has tuned the frequency of the PC7 to be less intrusive inside the cabin. At 71 dB, it is remarkably quiet for an 18-inch tyre, which is essential for EVs where wind and road noise are more noticeable.

• 🛡️ FR (Rim Protection):

  This size typically includes a prominent “Friction Ring” or rim protector rib, which helps prevent expensive curb damage to your 18-inch alloy wheels.

📊 Performance Summary

• Wet Braking: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Class-leading performance)

• Dry Handling: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Precise and predictable)

• Longevity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Very high mileage potential)

• Ride Comfort: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Smooth and vibration-absorbent)

The Continental PremiumContact 7 is arguably the most balanced tyre on the market in 2026. It is the best choice if you want a tyre that feels “premium” in all weather conditions while providing the robustness needed for an electric or hybrid vehicle.