Continental SportContact 7 vs Yokohama Advan Sport V107: For the past two years, the Continental SportContact 7 has dominated the UUHP summer tire segment, racking up wins across multiple press tests with its exceptional balance of grip, precision, and everyday usability. But now, Yokohama’s Advan Sport V107 is here, aiming to shake things up. Can the V107 muster a real challenge against the king? It’s time to find out in this clash of ultra-high performance titans!
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Results: Continental SportContact 7 vs Yokohama Advan Sport V107
The results featured here are from the 2025 ADAC Summer Tire Test, with 16 model of the finest tires were tested. Wear bring a extremely priced and expensive test were provided to our delight. The accompanying graph presents a side-by-side comparison of the Continental SportContact 7 vs Yokohama Advan Sport V107 across various performance categories, with the Continental SportContact 7 serving as the benchmark at the 100% mark.
The tire size of interest is the 225/40R18 tire size, a popular choice for vehicles like the BMW 3 series Audi A4. For further insights into various tire sizes, feel free to consult our latest tire size table. The tests were conducted using a standard Volkswagen Golf as the test vehicle.
Wet
In wet braking, the SportContact 7 stops 2.8 meters shorter than the Advan Sport V107, giving it a noticeable edge in emergency situations. When it comes to straight-line aquaplaning, the SportContact 7 maintains control at 79.6 km/h, which is 3.7 km/h faster than the V107, showing better water evacuation and resistance to hydroplaning.
Advan Sport V107 :
- -9% in wet braking
- -5% in straight aquaplaning
Dry
In dry braking, the Advan Sport V107 stops 0.4 meters shorter than the SportContact 7, giving it a slight advantage in braking performance on dry tarmac.
Advan Sport V107 :
- +1% in dry braking
Wear
For the first time, we get to see mileage results from the SportContact 7, and it does not disappoint. The SportContact 7 lasts 9,100 km longer than the Advan Sport V107, a significant advantage in durability. In terms of abrasion, the SportContact 7 wears down at a rate of 63.4 mg/km/t, which is much lower than the V107’s 95 mg/km/t, further proving its superior longevity.
Advan Sport V107 :
- -21% in mileage
- -33% in abrasion
Noise
The SportContact 7 runs slightly quieter than the Advan Sport V107, producing 0.6 dB less exterior noise. While the difference is small, the SportContact 7 manages to keep road noise levels just a bit lower, offering a slight edge in comfort.
Advan Sport V107 :
- -1% in exterior noise (+0.6 dB)
Fuel Consumption
The SportContact 7 proves to be more fuel–efficient, consuming 0.2 liters less per 100 km compared to the Advan Sport V107. This slight advantage means lower fuel costs and better energy efficiency over long distances.
Advan Sport V107 :
- -4% in fuel consumption
Price
The Advan Sport V107 is €17 cheaper than the SportContact 7, making it 19% more affordable in the 225/40R18 size.
Tire size: 225/40 R18
- SportContact 7 : € 105
- Advan Sport V107 : € 88
Difference: -19% more cheaper for Advan Sport V107
Summary
As a tire expert, I can appreciate the strengths of both tires. The Advan Sport V107 impresses with its slightly better dry braking and more affordable price, making it a solid contender. However, the SportContact 7 dominates in almost every key category—wet braking, aquaplaning resistance, fuel efficiency, exterior noise, and especially wear. The huge mileage advantage seals the deal, proving why it has ruled the UUHP segment for the past two years.
Dr Edwin Pang