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Pirelli Ice Zero Asimmetrico Test Results

2023 1 publication

Tested 1 times by independent publications, the Pirelli Ice Zero Asimmetrico averages a finish of 6th.

  • 1Independent tests
  • 0Test wins
  • 0Podium finishes
  • 6thAverage finish
  • 29%Field beaten on average
  • 1Publications
Pirelli Ice Zero Asimmetrico

1 test in 2023

The latest test

2023 Studless Friction Winter Tyre Test P6 of 8

When Pirelli was unable to produce its Nordic friction tire IceZero FR in Russia, they brought over their Asian friction tire Asimmetrico instead. As the name suggests, the tire has an asymmetric pattern (with a dedicated inside/outside instead of rolling direction). It also has a somewhat stiffer carcass and harder rubber than the others, and a higher speed rating. Braking distances on snow and ice are average. In the corners, Pirelli exhibits quick steering reactions but can lose grip suddenly with a long sliding phase when the grip is lost. The best performance is on dry asphalt. Unfortunately, the braking distances on bare ground and wet grip are the worst in the group, resulting in a modest overall score.

Strong: Subj. Dry Handling, Snow Traction, Noise Weak: Dry Braking, Wet Braking Winner: Continental VikingContact 7

Record by discipline

Where the Pirelli Ice Zero Asimmetrico finished in each measured discipline, across every test that measured it against at least two other tyres. Field beaten is the share of the other tyres it outranked in that measurement.

Discipline Tests Avg finish Field beaten Firsts
Dry
Dry Braking 1 P8 of 8 0% -
Subj. Dry Handling 1 P1 of 8 100% 1
Wet
Wet Braking 1 P8 of 8 0% -
Wet Handling 1 P6 of 8 29% -
Straight Aqua 1 P6 of 8 29% -
Snow
Snow Braking 1 P3 of 8 71% -
Snow Traction 1 P2 of 8 86% -
Snow Handling 1 P4 of 8 57% -
Ice
Ice Braking 1 P5 of 8 43% -
Ice Traction 1 P6 of 8 29% -
Ice Handling 1 P4 of 8 57% -
Comfort
Noise 1 P2 of 8 86% -
Value
Fuel Consumption 1 P5 of 8 43% -

Performance Analysis

Drawn from 1 tests. Updated October 28, 2026.

The Pirelli Ice Zero Asimmetrico finished sixth of eight in Vi Bilagare's 2023 Studless Friction Winter Tyre Test, in 225/45 R17. Dry handling was its best result, first on the subjective assessment, with testers noting quick steering reactions. Snow traction was second, 1.1% behind best, and snow braking third, just 0.7% longer than the shortest stop. External noise was also low at second of eight. Those results show useful strengths within this Nordic friction field, although snow handling was mid-field at fourth and ice results ranged from fourth to sixth.

Braking on bare roads was the main weakness. Dry braking was last at 31.46 metres, 7.6% longer than best, and wet braking also last at 43.34 metres, 15.4% longer. The good dry-handling feel therefore did not translate into short dry stopping distances. Wet handling and straight aquaplaning were both sixth of eight. Testers also warned of sudden loss of cornering grip followed by a long sliding phase, so its quick initial response came with less forgiving behaviour at the limit. This single test supports a mixed result rather than consistently strong winter performance.

Performance Strengths

  • Dry handling Minor in 1 of 1 tests
    Details
    • 1st of 8 for subjective dry handling, 5 points, 2023 Vi Bilagare Studless Friction Winter test
  • Snow traction Minor
    Details
    • 2nd of 8, 1.1% behind best, 2023 Vi Bilagare test
  • Snow braking Minor
    Details
    • 3rd of 8, 0.7% longer than best, 2023 Vi Bilagare test
  • Road noise Minor
    Details
    • 2nd of 8 for external noise, 73.9 dB, 2023 Vi Bilagare test

Performance Weaknesses

  • Dry braking Minor in 1 of 1 tests
    Details
    • 8th of 8, 31.46 metres, 7.6% longer than best, 2023 Vi Bilagare test
  • Wet braking Minor
    Details
    • 8th of 8, 43.34 metres, 15.4% longer than best, 2023 Vi Bilagare test
  • Behaviour at the limit Minor in 1 of 1 tests
    Details
    • Testers warned of sudden loss of cornering grip and a long sliding phase, 2023 Vi Bilagare test
  • Wet grip Strong in 1 of 1 tests
    Details

Every test, newest first 1

Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.

2023 1 test
P6 of 8 Beat 29% of the field

2023 Studless Friction Winter Tyre Test

Vi Bilagare 225/45 R17

When Pirelli was unable to produce its Nordic friction tire IceZero FR in Russia, they brought over their Asian friction tire Asimmetrico instead. As the name suggests, the tire has an asymmetric pattern (with a dedicated inside/outside instead of rolling direction). It also has a somewhat stiffer carcass and harder rubber than the others, and a higher speed rating. Braking distances on snow and ice are average. In the corners, Pirelli exhibits quick steering reactions but can lose grip suddenly with a long sliding phase when the grip is lost. The best performance is on dry asphalt. Unfortunately, the braking distances on bare ground and wet grip are the worst in the group, resulting in a modest overall score.

StrongSubj. Dry HandlingSnow TractionNoise WeakDry BrakingWet Braking WinnerContinental VikingContact 7

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