Tyre comparison
Continental PremiumContact 7 vs Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51
The PremiumContact 7 scores higher for every kind of driver we tested. Choose the PremiumContact 7 for dry grip, wet grip and quiet & comfort. The BluEarth-GT AE51 usually costs less.
Fit score by driver
The same 0–100 score the calculator ranks tyres by, weighted for each kind of driver. How we score
| Driver | PremiumContact 7 | BluEarth-GT AE51 |
|---|---|---|
| Daily driving, wet winters | 85 (higher) | 42 |
| Spirited roads, warm climate | 85 (higher) | 42 |
| Longest life and lowest cost | 79 (higher) | 45 |
Trait by trait
Out of 10, against other grand touring tyres.
PremiumContact 7
Where the scores come from
Independent tests
- Tested by
- Auto Bild, Tyre Reviews
- Year
- 2024
- Test size
- 205/55R16
Auto Bild 2024 205/55R16: 96.1%, wet brake 40.3 m, 30,750 km; TR wins 9-1 vs Primacy 4+.
Data last reviewed: October 2026
BluEarth-GT AE51
Where the scores come from
Independent tests
- Tested by
- Tyre Reviews
TyreReviews aggregate: wet braking 7.2% longer than premium; wet 84% vs Hankook 92%.
Data last reviewed: October 2026
Questions
Which is better, the PremiumContact 7 or the BluEarth-GT AE51?
The PremiumContact 7 scores higher for every kind of driver we tested. Choose the PremiumContact 7 for dry grip, wet grip and quiet & comfort. The BluEarth-GT AE51 usually costs less.
Where do these ratings come from?
From independent tyre tests where they exist (ADAC, Auto Bild, Tyre Reviews, evo, Tire Rack and others), rated 1 to 10 against other tyres in the same category, last reviewed October 2026. Neither tyre maker nor any retailer can change them.