Pros and cons
- Exceptional handling on the wet
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Short braking distance on dry roads
- Short braking distance on wet roads
- Great handling on dry roads
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Competitors
Overall, the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 summer tyre performed well on dry roads with good steering and braking capabilities, but struggled in wet conditions with mediocre grip and longer stopping distances. It also received mixed ratings in terms of environmental performance, with decent fuel efficiency but only average wear and tear. Some tests praised its low noise and comfortable ride, while others highlighted its lack of sharpness and unevenness. However, a recent updated version of the tyre showed significant improvements, providing balanced performance and low rolling resistance, with the only notable weakness being average aquaplaning resistance. Despite its past shortcomings, this Italian brand's latest iteration of the P7 is highly recommended by testers.
Sizes
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 is made in 84 sizes, starting from 205/55 R16 up to 255/45 R19.
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Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 is ranked #89 of 861 summer tyres based on the results of tests carried out by ADAC 2023, Autoklub ČR 2023, and other organizations. Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 belongs to the Premium segment and is made by a manufacturer from Italy. It is made in total of 84 sizes, 205/55 R16 being the smallest and 255/45 R19 the largest. This tyre was featured in tests 6 times, first test was carried in 2021. Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 replaced an older model - Pirelli P7 Cinturato. This model received the best possible rating in 1 tests. Eu ratings can provide interesting overview over the available dimensions - 82% of Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 has "B" wet grip rating and most (45%) of the dimensions has "C" fuel-saving rating. Noise is a strong quality of Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 - most dimensions have below average noise level values - 55% of them produce 0db noise, which result in "a" rating. It can be compared to Ecocontact 6, which is a tyre from Continental (Germany) and has a rating of 78%, compared to 89% of the Pirelli in question.
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Timeline
2020
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 was launched and replaced Pirelli P7 Cinturato.
2021
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 was tested 3x (Autobild,...)
2023
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 was tested 3x (Tyre Reviews,...)
Achievements
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 in tyre tests
The Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2, a premium segment tyre, has been tested by some of Europe's most respected tyre testing organizations, with the earliest test reported in 2021 and the latest in 2023. Out of the five tests conducted, the tyre's overall rating based on the test results was 86%, which is a remarkable result for a premium tyre. The tyre's best performance was in the wet braking discipline, where it was the best in two tests conducted by Autobild in 2021. The worst result was in the ADAC Summer tyre test 2023 205/55 R16, which ranked it 17th place out of 50. However, the tyre bagged a highly recommended rating and the second position out of 13 in the Tyre Reviews Summer tyre test 2023 205/55 R16. In terms of winning any of the tests, the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 won none, but it managed to be the best tyre in the wet braking discipline in which it was tested twice. Overall, the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 seems like an excellent choice for car owners looking for a premium quality tyre that performs well in wet braking.
All tyre tests where Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 was featured:
| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,3 | 1,8 | |||||
| Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 | 2,6 | 2,7 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 104,7 | 106 | 103,4 | ||||
| Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 | 101,7 | 101,7 | 101,7 | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
| Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 | 34,5 | 29,7 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 | 1- | 1- | 3+ | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | |||
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| Best values in test | 2,0 | 1,5 | 2,6 | 1,5 | |||
| Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 | 2,8 | 1,5 | 2,9 | 2,0 | |||
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Test ratings distribution
| 100% (1x) | 95% (1x) | 85% (2x) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highly recommended | Good | Good | Satisfactory |
| 1x | 1x | 1x | 1x |
Ratings x Wheel size
| R16 | R17 |
|---|---|
| 93.3% (3x) | 85% (1x) |
Ratings x Width
| 205/xx Rxx | 225/xx Rxx |
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| 93.3% (3x) | 85% (1x) |
FAQ
Is this tyre suitable for SUVs?
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.