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195-305/30-55 R16-22 37 sizes 2013

Pirelli P Zero Nero GT

The Pirelli P Zero Nero GT is a Ultra High Performance Summer tyre designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.

6.7
Tyre Reviews Score Based on User Reviews
Limited Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
81%
Wet Grip
64%
Road Feedback
63%
Handling
68%
Wear
70%
Comfort
64%
Buy again
52%
37 Reviews
66% Average
466,262 miles driven
Pirelli P Zero Nero GT

Pirelli P Zero Nero GT

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6.7 / 10
Based on User Reviews · Limited Confidence · Updated 23 Feb 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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Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 0
Publications: 0
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 37
Avg Rating: 66.1%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 0.09
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 1.9 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 12 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 0.75 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
combined_penalty_floor 0.2
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Size Fuel Wet Noise
17 inch
225/50R17 98 Y XL C B 72
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October 26, 2016

Hi whats thedifference on these? 205/45 R17 88V XL 205/45 R17 88W XL

They have slightly different speed ratings, V and W, which dictates how fast you can travel on the tyre.
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Review Summary

Based on 33 user reviews

Drivers report that the Pirelli P Zero Nero GT delivers strong dry grip and capable handling, with several noting decent comfort and low noise compared to rivals. However, many owners criticize its wet performance, describing low traction and early aquaplaning that undermines confidence. A recurring theme is soft sidewalls and vague steering feel, with some experiencing wobble or vibration at motorway speeds. There are also multiple reports of faster-than-expected wear, making the tyre feel poor value to a number of users.

Strengths
  • Strong dry grip
  • Good handling when warm/dry
  • Generally comfortable and relatively quiet for a performance tyre
  • Progressive/communicative feel in the dry
Areas for Improvement
  • Poor wet grip and aquaplaning resistance
  • Soft sidewalls with vague steering and stability/wobble issues
  • Faster-than-expected tread wear

Top 3 Pirelli P Zero Nero GT Reviews

Given 72% while driving a BMW 330i (235/45 R17) on mostly motorways for 3,300 spirited miles
Had those for two years and almost 5000km fitted to my BMW e90 330i. I would say they fit the cars sporty character well. Dry weather handling and grip is fantastic but have not driven them in wet conditions. Not particularly comfortable so when the time comes for replacement I will try the Pirelli pz5
September 26, 2025
Given 33% while driving a Audi A4 1.9 TDI (245/40 R18) on a combination of roads for 12,000 average miles
These tyres have been exceptionally poor value, worn to almost within legal limits after 15 months and less than 120000 miles when one had suffered a sidewall failure. Grip has been “ok” in the dry and almost dangerous in the wet, although they were relatively quite and ride quality seemed ok compared to the tyres they replaced however the lack of grip, vague feel and extremely poor wear mean I wouldn’t consider buying them again. I am much happier with the (similarly premium prices) tyres that have replaced these.
September 14, 2021
Given 74% while driving a Fiat Grande punto (205/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 63,000 average miles
Excellent performance tyre, at all criteria. Dry grip progressive, wet grip, very good braking, wear, good handling, the only negative is comfort, itw average. Highly recommended!
April 4, 2022

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Given 36% while driving a Porsche 986 Boxster S (225/45 R17) on mostly country roads for 4,300 average miles
Absolutely lethal on wet or damp roads. Mine left go exiting a roundabout. Was applying a good bit of power but not anything like the reaction I got. Almost did a full 360. Not an aggressive driver. Not 20 years old either. Years of experience in powerful cars. 50+. They are being removed from my Boxster S tomorrow. Replaced with Michelin instead. Did a road trip in November put up 4756km travelling from Roscoff to SAN Sebastian Spain on dry roads. No issues. Back in Ireland in damp or wet roads, lethal.
December 26, 2021
Given 84% while driving a Jaguar X Type 2.2D Estate (225/40 R18) on a combination of roads for 4,000 average miles
Impressed on the most part. The Jaguar is a heavy car and the Pirelli's have done well for the last 18 months. They grip very well in the dry, are comfortable and are not too noisy. My only complaints are that in the wet, the traction control light has flashed a few times when pulling away quickly and that even when fully pressurised, the sidewall always looks a little soft. They can feel a little numb in steering but then that's nothing new on the X-Type 2.2 diesel. They are wearing very well but this is more down to the hard-ish compound compared to Goodyear or Continental. I think when they are due for replacement, I will change for Goodyear Eagle F1 as I have used them on a previous X-Type and they suited the car well.
December 8, 2021
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Given 100% while driving a Ford Mondeo ST220 (235/40 R18) on mostly country roads for 3,000 spirited miles
Black, round and rubbery. Perfect! Your average man on the road can not review or score a tyre. Lewis Hamilton wannabe's can't really drive and they certainly don't have the equipment to measure "how good" a tyre is..
August 23, 2021
Given 51% while driving a Renault Latitude (225/50 R17) on a combination of roads for 17,000 spirited miles
Very resistant to shocks from the road but if the car isnt't driven every day the tyres get a square form and need to be rebalanced. I have driven 25k km with these tyres and even from the start I had this problem.
September 17, 2020
Given 46% while driving a SEAT LEON 1.6 105 bhp (225/45 R17 W) on a combination of roads for 20,000 average miles
I am driving seat leon which is having a good stability , but with this tyre I have a problem with handling in corners also the treadwear is very low
June 9, 2020
Given 51% while driving a Renault Megane RS250 CUP (225/40 R18 W) on a combination of roads for 5,000 spirited miles
i got the tyres on my megane RS250 cup it is tuned to nearly 300hp.The wear of the tyre has gone 60% in 5k miles time. i got a lot ow wheel spins.For me really bad tyre. I was expecting a lot more of it. It is not track driven only road use. And the braking is really bad.
May 21, 2020
Given 50% while driving a MG ZS (205/45 R17 V) on a combination of roads for 30,000 average miles
By far the worst tire i ever had.Dry grip is average for a performance tire that costs so much the side wall stiffness is somehow soft and twichy when there is load on turns but the worst part is the wet behavior of these not even average really slippy and loose even on lower speeds.Bad feedback also i lost and confidence i had with previous RE 050 potenzas..Wear is ok for 25.000-30.000 miles on average and noise is also for a 40 side wall tire..
I wouldnt recommend them and avoid them if u need a sport tire go elsewhere
November 30, 2019
Given 87% while driving a Ford fiesta st (195/45 R16) on mostly town for 15,000 easy going miles
It's a great tire, reliable and performance oriented.
October 2, 2019
Given 77% while driving a MG ZS 180 (205/45 R17 W) on a combination of roads for 120 spirited miles
Changed from a set of Michelin PS2's. The Pirellis are significantly quieter, the ride is a lot less choppy plus the steering has lightened up. The PS2's had a sharper turn in and a very precise feel to them. The Pirellis are not as aggressive or harsh, much more refined. Yet to try them in the rain. So far very impressed.
September 9, 2019
Given 56% while driving a Fiat 500 Abarth (205/40 R17) on a combination of roads for 10 spirited miles
Had the tyres on my car for 10.000 miles, have to say that I am not pleased with these tires. Although dry grip is okay, wet grip is unacceptable. On partial throttle in my Abarth (160 hp), the tires just cannot cope with the torque. Same goes for braking on wet surfaces. Fitting Michelin PS4 now, hopefully they will give a better feel, combined with safer handling and braking performances.
September 3, 2019
Given 47% while driving a Volkswagen Golf 6 GTI (225/40 R18) on mostly country roads for 1,000 average miles
Not happy! I've just swapped from Bridgestones to 4 new P Zero GT's on my mk6 gti.
They have quite simply ruined any sportiness the car had. Even at low speeds on roundabouts the car flops sideways, front first, followed by the back.
They sport setting on the dynamic chassis control feels softer than it used to on comfort!
They grip fairly well and braking is good. I presume they have a good compound rubber, but with a very soft side wall (as if it were a soft winter/snow tyre) so the whole experience utterly shocking.
I feel if turn too hard they would fall off the rim. I've lost all confidence in the car in any cornering.
Do not buy these if your car is even half as sport as a gti. I can only imagine these working on a soft family mpv. Total disappointment.
July 25, 2019
Given 79% while driving a Peugeot 207 GTI (205/45 R17 V) on a combination of roads for 2,500 spirited miles
Just fitted them on my car,first impressions very positive.Although i saw an increase in the fuel consumption and noise -coming from f1 assymetric 3-,they are great.It may take some time until the tires get to the operating temperature but after that,the car feels very precise and the handling is awesome when pushing it in turns.The only drawback i can think of is when driving on heavy rain,you definitely feel the sudden effects of aqua planning on the steering wheel.
May 26, 2019
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