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195-275/35-65 R15-20 343 sizes 2008

Pirelli CINTURA/TO P7

The Pirelli CINTURATO P7 is a premium summer touring tyre that majors on relaxed, confidence-inspiring road manners. Across both driver feedback and independent testing it stands out for strong dry grip, secure braking and a generally comfortable motorway ride. Wet performance can be very capable, but it is less consistent than the best-in-class and seems more sensitive to conditions, size and fitment.

8.0
Tyre Reviews Score Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews
High Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
83%
Wet Grip
73%
Road Feedback
73%
Handling
75%
Wear
69%
Comfort
74%
Buy again
62%
187 Reviews
73% Average
2,534,371 miles driven
27 Tests (avg: 5th)
Pirelli CINTURATO P7

Pirelli CINTURATO P7

Summer Premium
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8 / 10
Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews · High Confidence · Updated 30 Jan 2026

The Tyre Reviews Score is the most comprehensive tyre scoring system available. It aggregates professional test data from multiple independent publications, user reviews, and consistency analysis using Bayesian statistical methods, weighted normalisation, and recency-adjusted scoring to produce a single, reliable performance rating.

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Wet
78
2x / 23 tests
Dry
76.1
1.8x / 12 tests
Comfort
72
0.29x / 9 tests
Value
67.9
0.38x / 8 tests
Off road
60.3
0.53x / 5 tests

Cross-category scores are derived metrics that combine data from multiple test disciplines to evaluate real-world performance characteristics.

Handling
80.8
15 tests
Braking
77.4
12 tests
Traction
49
4 tests
Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 27
Publications: 10
Period: 2010 - 2024
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 187
Avg Rating: 72.7%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 0.69
History Points: 10
Methodology & Configuration
Scoring Process
  1. Collect Test Data: Gather results from professional tyre tests across multiple publications. Minimum 1 test(s) required.
  2. Normalize Positions: Convert test positions to percentile scores using exponential weighting (factor: 1.2).
  3. Apply Recency Weighting: More recent tests are weighted higher with a decay rate of 0.95.
  4. Incorporate User Reviews: Factor in user review data (minimum 5 reviews). Weight: 15%.
  5. Bayesian Smoothing: Apply Bayesian prior (score: 7, weight: 1.5) to prevent extreme scores with limited data.
  6. Calculate Final Score: Combine all components using normalization factor of 1.1. Max score with limited data: 9.5.
Component Weights
Test Data
80%
User Reviews
15%
Consistency
5%
All Configuration Parameters
ParameterValueDescription
safety_weight 0.7 Weight multiplier for safety-related metrics
performance_weight 0.55 Weight multiplier for performance metrics
comfort_weight 0.4 Weight multiplier for comfort metrics
value_weight 0.45 Weight multiplier for value-for-money metrics
user_reviews_weight 0.15 How much user reviews contribute to the final score
test_data_weight 0.8 How much professional test data contributes to the final score
consistency_weight 0.05 How much score consistency contributes to the final score
recency_decay_rate 0.95 Rate at which older test results lose influence (higher = slower decay)
min_test_count 1 Minimum number of professional tests required
min_review_count 5 Minimum number of user reviews required
score_version 1.8 Current version of the scoring algorithm
score_normalization_factor 1.1 Factor used to normalize raw scores to the 0-10 scale
confidence_factor_weight 0.2 How much data confidence affects the final score
position_penalty_weight 0.2 Penalty applied for poor test positions
gap_penalty_threshold 8 Score gap (%) that triggers additional penalties
min_metrics_count 2 Minimum number of test metrics needed per test
limited_data_threshold 2 Number of tests below which data is considered limited
single_test_penalty 0.1 Score multiplier when only one test is available
critical_metric_penalty 0.7 Penalty for poor performance on critical safety metrics
critical_metric_threshold 70 Score below which a critical metric penalty applies
position_exponential_factor 1.2 Exponent used to amplify position-based scoring
position_exponential_threshold 0.9 Position percentile below which exponential scoring applies
gap_multiplier_critical 3 Multiplier for critical gap penalties
max_category_weight 2 Maximum weight any single category can have
max_score_limited_data 9.5 Score cap when data is limited
bayesian_prior_weight 1.5 Weight of the Bayesian prior in smoothing
bayesian_prior_score 7 Prior score used for Bayesian smoothing
evidence_test_multiplier 1.9 Multiplier for test evidence in confidence calculation
evidence_metric_divisor 3 Divisor for metric count in evidence calculation
evidence_review_divisor 10 Divisor for review count in evidence calculation
Data Sources
TestPublicationDateSizePositionMetrics
2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test Auto Express 2024 225/45 R17 6/8 0 metrics
2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested Auto Bild Allrad 2023 225/65 R17 6/12 15 metrics
2020 Teknikens 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test 2020 225/50 R17 4/10 7 metrics
2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test Tyre Reviews 2020 215/50 R18 5/8 9 metrics
2020 ADAC SUV Summer Tyre Test ADAC 2020 235/55 R17 3/12 1 metrics
2019 ACE Summer Tyre Test ACE 2019 205/55 R16 9/9 0 metrics
2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test Auto Motor Und Sport 2019 215/55 R17 4/11 10 metrics
2019 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test Auto Zeitung 2019 235/45 R18 4/10 8 metrics
2018 Auto Review 225/45 R17 Tyre Test 2018 225/45 R17 7/11 0 metrics
2018 Test World Summer Tyre Test Test World 2018 225/45 R17 11/16 7 metrics
2014 Auto Review Summer Tyre Test - 205/55 R16 Auto Review 2014 205/55 R16 2/16 0 metrics
2014 AMS Summer Tyre Test - 205/55 R16 Auto Motor Und Sport 2014 205/55 R16 3/11 0 metrics
2014 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test Auto Zeitung 2014 225/50 R17 4/12 0 metrics
2014 Test World Summer Tyre Test Test World 2014 205/55 R16 4/16 0 metrics
2013 Test World Summer Tyre Test Test World 2013 205/55 R16 5/13 0 metrics
2013 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test Auto Zeitung 2013 215/55 R16 11/12 0 metrics
2013 European Summer Sports Tyre Test ADAC 2013 225/45 R17 11/18 0 metrics
2012 Autoreview Touring Tyre Test Auto Review 2012 205/55 R16 3/9 0 metrics
2012 Auto Bild Max Performance Tyre Test Auto Bild 2012 225/45 R17 7/15 0 metrics
2012 Autobild 50 Tyre Braking Test Auto Bild 2012 225/45 R17 5/45 0 metrics
2012 European Summer Tyre Test - 205/55 R16 ADAC 2012 205/55 R16 6/14 0 metrics
2012 ACE Touring Summer Tyre Test ACE 2012 205/55 R16 8/14 0 metrics
2011 Finnish ECO Touring Tyre Test 2011 205/55 r16 5/15 0 metrics
2010 Auto Bild Eco Tyre Test Auto Bild 2010 205/55 r16 1/5 0 metrics
2010 Auto Zeitung Premium Touring Tyre Test Auto Zeitung 2010 205/55 r16 2/9 0 metrics
2010 European Summer Tyre Test ADAC 2010 225/45 r17 1/16 0 metrics
2010 AMS Premium Brand Tyre Test Auto Motor Und Sport 2010 245/45 R17 3/10 0 metrics
27
Tests
5th
Average
1st
Best
11th
Worst
Latest Tyre Test Results
6th/8

Summary

The Pirelli Cinturato P7 (P7C2) delivered a mixed performance across various tests. Its standout features were excellent fuel efficiency, topping the rolling resistance test, and strong refinement, ranking second in cabin noise reduction. However, it struggled in both wet and dry performance tests. In wet conditions, it ranked lower in handling, braking, and aquaplaning tests. Dry performance was also below average, with the tyre ranking sixth in handling and seventh in braking. Despite these challenges, the tyre demonstrated good grip and was described as willing and exploitable at its limit. Its low rolling resistance made it the most economical tyre in the test, nearly achieving a higher EU label rating for efficiency.

Results

The Pirelli Cinturato P7 achieved an overall score of 99.00%, priced at £120.20. It excelled in rolling resistance, ranking 1st (100.00%), and performed well in cabin noise, ranking 2nd (96.00%). However, it struggled in wet conditions, ranking 6th in wet braking (95.8%), 7th in wet handling (98.10%), 5th in wet cornering (98.6%), 7th in curved aquaplaning (85.90%), and 8th in straight aquaplaning (95.20%). Dry performance was also below average, with 7th in dry braking (94.80%) and tied for 6th in dry handling (98.50%).

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2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested
225/65 R17 • 2023
6th/12
Sporty, dynamic handling with short braking distances on wet and dry roads, good aquaplaning reserves, agile off-road handling.
Average mud and gravel traction.
Good.
3rd/12
Very balanced, top marks in the dry, also good in the wet
Relatively high wear
Highly Recommended
Size Fuel Wet Noise
15 inch
195/55R15 85 H D E 70
195/55R15 85 H D D 70
16 inch
205/55R16 91 V D B 71
205/55R16 91 H D B 71
205/60R16 92 V C B 72
205/55R16 94 V XL C B 71
205/60R16 92 H C B 70
215/60R16 99 V XL C B 71
215/60R16 99 H XL C B 71
205/55R16 91 W D B 71
205/60R16 92 W D B 71
205/55R16 91 W D B 70
205/55R16 91 V D B 70
205/55R16 91 W C B 71
205/55R16 94 W XL C B 69
205/55R16 91 V C B 70
205/60R16 92 W B B 68
205/55R16 91 V B B 69
205/60R16 96 V XL B A 71
205/60R16 92 V A B 70
205/55R16 91 W B B 69
205/60R16 92 V B B 69
205/55R16 91 W C A 71
205/60R16 92 V C B 71
205/55R16 91 V C A 70
215/60R16 99 V XL C A 70
205/60R16 96 W XL C A 71
205/55R16 94 V XL C A 71
205/60R16 92 H B B 70
205/55R16 91 W C A 68
205/60R16 92 V D C 69
215/60R16 99 V XL C A 69
205/55R16 91 V B B 71
205/55R16 91 V C A 69
205/60R16 96 W XL B A 69
205/55R16 94 V XL B A 69
215/60R16 99 V XL B A 70
205/55R16 91 V C B 69
205/55R16 94 V XL C A 69
17 inch
225/60R17 99 V D B 71
225/45R17 91 V C B 71
205/50R17 89 V D B 71
225/45R17 91 V D B 71
225/45R17 91 W D B 71
225/50R17 94 W D B 71
225/45R17 91 Y D B 71
205/50R17 89 Y D B 71
225/60R17 99 V D B 71
225/45R17 91 W D B 71
225/45R17 91 W D B 71
205/50R17 89 W D B 71
225/45R17 91 Y C B 71
225/50R17 94 W C B 71
225/50R17 94 H D B 71
225/50R17 94 V D B 71
225/45R17 94 W XL C B 72
215/55R17 94 W C B 71
225/45R17 91 V D B 71
225/50R17 94 Y A B 69
225/50R17 94 W C B 71
225/50R17 98 Y XL C B 71
215/55R17 94 V B B 71
215/55R17 94 W C B 71
225/45R17 91 W C B 68
215/55R17 94 V C B 71
205/50R17 93 W XL C A 72
225/50R17 94 W C A 71
225/50R17 98 W XL C B 67
225/50R17 94 W C B 71
225/50R17 98 Y XL B B 68
215/45R17 91 W XL C A 72
225/60R17 99 Y B A 69
215/45R17 91 V XL C C 72
205/50R17 89 V C B 71
225/45R17 94 Y XL A B 70
225/45R17 91 Y B A 68
215/55R17 94 V A B 70
225/50R17 94 Y B C 70
225/45R17 91 W D B 69
225/60R17 99 V D B 69
205/50R17 89 H A B 70
225/45R17 91 Y C B 68
225/50R17 98 Y XL C A 71
225/45R17 91 Y C A 69
205/50R17 93 W XL C A 70
225/45R17 94 Y XL C A 69
205/50R17 93 W XL B A 69
205/50R17 89 H B C 71
225/45R17 94 Y XL C B 71
225/50R17 98 V XL C A 71
225/60R17 99 V C B 69
225/50R17 94 W C B 69
215/55R17 94 W C A 69
225/45R17 91 W C A 69
225/50R17 98 W XL C B 69
225/50R17 98 V XL A B 70
225/50R17 98 Y XL B A 70
225/45R17 91 Y C A 70
225/45R17 94 Y XL B A 70
225/50R17 98 V XL B A 70
225/45R17 91 W D B 69
225/45R17 94 Y XL C A 70
225/50R17 98 Y XL C A 70
205/50R17 89 H B B 69
18 inch
245/40R18 97 Y XL C B 72
245/40R18 93 Y D B 71
245/45R18 96 Y D B 71
225/40R18 92 Y XL C A 72
245/40R18 97 Y XL C B 71
225/40R18 92 W XL C B 71
245/40R18 93 Y C A 71
245/40R18 97 Y XL C A 72
245/40R18 97 Y XL C A 72
225/40R18 92 Y XL C C 71
245/45R18 100 Y XL C A 70
245/45R18 100 Y XL C A 70
245/45R18 100 Y XL B A 70
245/40R18 97 Y XL C B 71
245/40R18 97 Y XL C C 72
245/45R18 100 W XL A B 69
245/45R18 100 Y XL A B 70
245/40R18 97 Y XL B B 72
225/40R18 92 Y XL C A 70
225/40R18 92 Y XL B B 70
245/45R18 96 W A A 70
245/45R18 100 Y XL B A 70
245/40R18 97 Y XL A B 69
245/40R18 97 Y XL B B 69
245/45R18 100 Y XL A B 69
225/40R18 92 Y XL C A 71
245/45R18 100 Y XL C A 69
245/45R18 100 Y XL A B 70
245/40R18 97 Y XL C A 72
225/40R18 92 W XL C A 71
245/40R18 97 W XL C A 71
245/45R18 100 Y XL C B 69
225/40R18 92 Y XL B A 70
245/45R18 100 Y XL B A 69
245/40R18 97 Y XL B A 71
225/40R18 92 W XL B A 70
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Questions and Answers for the Pirelli CINTURATO P7

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October 3, 2016

What does the "91V" or 91W at the end of the tyre spec signify?

The number is the load rating, the letter the speed rating of the tyre.
September 5, 2016

What should the tire pressure be?

The tyre pressure for the Cinturato P7 is vehicle and load specific. The correct tyre pressure for your vehicle can usually be found on a sticker in the door shut of the driver's door, or in the manufacturer's handbook.
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Size Price Range  
205/55 R16 £99.99 - £175.99 (4 Prices) Compare Prices >>
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Review Summary

Based on 153 user reviews

Most drivers find the Pirelli Cinturato P7 to be a comfortable, confidence-inspiring touring tyre with strong dry grip, stable motorway manners, and generally low noise when new, often returning good mileage on long-distance use. However, a significant number report weak wet grip-especially in colder conditions-plus instances of faster or uneven wear. Sidewall durability issues (bulges, punctures) and a harsh ride are frequent complaints on run-flat versions, and several note rising noise as the tyre ages. Overall sentiment is positive, but wet-weather performance and durability concerns temper enthusiasm.

Strengths
  • Strong dry grip and predictable handling
  • Comfortable ride for touring/motorway use
  • Quiet/low noise when new
  • Good aquaplaning resistance/wet braking for many
  • Often long tread life on motorway-heavy driving
  • Good value for money
Areas for Improvement
  • Poor wet grip in cold/rainy conditions
  • Fast or uneven wear for some users
  • Sidewall fragility (bulges
  • Punctures)
  • Especially noted on some fitments
  • Noise increases and comfort degrades as they age
  • Firm/harsh ride on run-flat versions

Top 3 Pirelli CINTURATO P7 Reviews

Given 61% while driving a BMW 230i (225/45 R17) on mostly motorways for 28,000 spirited miles
I do a little bit of spirited on weekends and U-turns with skids, some burnouts and some drifts. But overall most of the miles have been on highways at 85 mph exactly. With 5% being in the city and 90% ish being on the highway with the other 5% pushing them till they scream. I wish they had more grip. I think due to the lack of a sidewall they are not super comfy and the wet grip is basically not there. The feedback is only through its screams. They seem to be pretty predictable. But they wore out for me super fast and it makes me kinda sad. I wish they were quieter. I wish I would not buy these but VSC I signed says they must be OE tires.
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July 4, 2025
Given 61% while driving a Ford S Max (225/50 R17) on mostly town for 10 easy going miles
Less than 10K done and the tyres are nearly worn. Won't buy again for that money
March 10, 2025
Given 79% while driving a BMW 320d XDrive saloon (225/50 R17) on a combination of roads for 30,000 spirited miles
For the price are good
August 14, 2024
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Latest Pirelli CINTURATO P7 Reviews

Given 56% while driving a Mazda Six hatch (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 30,000 average miles
After 50,000 klms I've experienced three flats/blowouts. So I bought 4 tyres and paid for 7. So 3 flat tyres in 4 years compared with 3 flats in the previous 40 years. Maybe I'm just unlucky? Whatever, I won't be buying Pirellis ever again.
December 27, 2025
Given 80% while driving a BMW 320d touring (225/45 R18) on a combination of roads for 5,000 spirited miles
I have been driving this Pirelli cinturato P7 for almost 6 months in this summer (nearly 8k kms), first impressions are higher comfort levels and less noise in long motorway cruising. I appreciate the dry grip (both hot and cold weather) and predictable handling and of course fun to drive around the corners while edging the grass next to the asphalt. Only downside is the wet grip especially in cold weather and rainy conditions. EU label has a "B" rating for braking on wet roads but braking is absolutely good and confident both in dry and wet. Tire wear is reasonable if you are driving only in the motorway but unfortunately uneven wear might be possible when tires are more pushed in the corners which I think is due to the RunFlat technology
September 24, 2025
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Given 87% while driving a Saab Automobile 2.0T Aero Convertible (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 40 average miles
I drive a Saab 9-3 Aero, these tyres are a great match for the car, dry grip is very good, wet grip is acceptable but best of all they last for a long time, 30,000 on the front and 40,000 on the rear. I've had goodyears and Bridgestone and Falken tyres that have barely managed to last half the time. They're reasonably priced and perfect for my vehicle.
May 31, 2024
Given 84% while driving a Mazda (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 32,000 spirited miles
2012 Mazda 3 hatchback Skyactiv manual. Yes, I put BMW star spec tires on a mainstream compact (although that isn't why I chose them), and yes I live in a climate where I can run summer tires all year long (San Antonio, TX). I loved these tires but admittedly they did not last long. Purchased 03/22, replacing 12/23, approximately 32,000 miles on them. I do not drive gently. Found them to be very smooth riding; picked them in part because of their light weight according to sources I could find. Nomenclature is very confusing for this tire, as my local Discount Tire has at least four entries under this one name and size to account for variations of different speed ratings and OE designations. Mine have the star on the sidewall and were 91V rated. Hope that helps.
December 8, 2023
Given 81% while driving a Volkswagen Golf Mk6 (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 20,000 spirited miles
Have these tyres all round on my Golf MK6. They have excellent grip in the dry, low noise and decent rolling resistance too. There is definitely a lot of sidewall movement when cornering enthusiastically but this is to be expected on a larger sidewall touring tyre. On the limit it pushes to understeer but this takes some effort to get it there due to the excellent dry grip, not once have I had any oversteer. Wet grip is below what I expected, water displacement and braking are not bad but some spirited acceleration in the wet will give lots of wheelspin. Winner for me is that after 20,000 on the front set there is still 5-5.5mm of tread across the whole tyre and after 40,000 on the rears there is 4.5mm on the insides and 6mm across the middle and outer edge (tracking was out when the set was put on, sorted now) so the treadwear has been excellent for me - mostly motorways but a decent amount of town driving too.
November 17, 2023
Given 37% while driving a Ford (225/55 R19) on mostly town for 30,125 easy going miles
Apart from original equipment tires, which are often complete junk, these are the worst tires I've ever had. I drive carefully, rotate and air check my tires faithfully. But I barely got 30k out of these. Numerous flats, including an irreparable one that precipitated my replacing them all, as my tread was down to 3/32" anyway. Quiet enough, but nothing special. Very disappointed, as I had considered Pirelli to be a premium brand.
August 2, 2023
Given 41% while driving a Volvo S60 D5 (185) (215/50 R17) on mostly motorways for 6,500 average miles
Very disappointed with these pirelli cinturato p7's. The wet grip is abysmal to the point of being dangerous. They also seem to be narrower than an equivalent tyre of the same dimensions. The dry grip isn't that much better with very little feedback and unpredictable going round corners. Considering mine are extra load, sharp turns makes it so the tyres fold and the side walls end up being scrubbed. This all happens under normal driving. I have been driving over 30 years and have never come across tyres as bad as these. Even budget tyres are better than these!
July 24, 2023
Given 67% while driving a Audi A3 1.8T Quattro Sport (225/45 R17) on mostly motorways for 14,000 average miles
Had these put on my car by the dealer (wouldn't have been my first choice). Handling was generally decent but nowhere as good as say Bridgestone Potenza R003s. Going through large pools of water the P7s were great and I had zero grip loss.

Sadly I curbed my wheels lightly while parking (the first time in this car and on these tires), sidewall got torn up and over a week the tire went flat.
Now I'm not the best parker and in my previous car with Goodyear Assurances, I curbed them quite a few times and the sidewalls were fine, so needless to say I was disappointed with the P7s.

If you plan on driving in the wet then they're pretty good but otherwise there's better options.
May 27, 2023
Given 78% while driving a BMW X4 20d X drive (225/60 R18) on mostly motorways for 0 spirited miles
great tire, i have put them on my bmw x4 g02 , coming from summer bridgestone alenza to this the difference is very big, it handles great even for a suv the car is more sharp in corners, would like to add they are summer tires not runflat in the rain they handle above average, they do need to warm up a bit before they grip well, this also applies for when it doesnt rain only downside is once they get warm they steer a bit harder this is ofc because they grip more, another down side once they are warm is that they are pretty sticky and grab on to a lot of dirt
April 13, 2023
Given 53% while driving a Audi A4 Quattro 220 bhp TFSI (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 16,000 easy going miles
Very disappointed with the Pirelli Cinturato P7 tyres that my car came with. After 8-years and only 16,000-miles the tyres are cracking badly where the tread meets the sidewall. This was picked up during an MOT and - although the MOT wasn't a fail - I was given a "warning".
March 12, 2023
Given 51% while driving a Kia Motors ceed (225/45 R17) on mostly town for 0 average miles
For me they work best on the motorway/ Highway , through town they are okay. But in the rain they are shocking , always spinning in the rain they have no traction on rain. Or when there is sand or dust on the road. Would not recommend for all year tyres only good for summer and that’s it.
March 4, 2023
Given 59% while driving a BMW 1 series M pack (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 15,000 average miles
It was an average feeling tyre on all aspects. Non-RFT version is much more acceptable than the RFT version. Definitely wouldn't recommend getting the RFT one. Replacing these with Conti PC6's was a good idea, both mediocre comfort and noise level bu Conti has much more grip and road feedback for the same price.
January 30, 2023