89
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
89/100
15 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Avon AX7 vs Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
87/100
7 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Avon AX7 — better wet, treadwear and comfort. Pick the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV if handling matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
6 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
AX7 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | AX7 | Diablo Rosso IV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 93 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
AX7 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | AX7 | Diablo Rosso IV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 67 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 79 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | AX7 | Diablo Rosso IV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
AX7 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | AX7 | Diablo Rosso IV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 86 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
AX7 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | AX7 | Diablo Rosso IV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 76 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso IV leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | AX7 | Diablo Rosso IV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 91 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 92 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon AX7 | Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 89 | 81 |
| Dry | 93 | 89 |
| Wet | 87 | 72 |
| Snow | 89 | – |
| Comfort | 91 | 86 |
| Treadwear | 89 | 76 |
| Handling | 85 | 91 |
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Headline score
89
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Avon AX7 is widely regarded as a high-value, versatile all-terrain tire that excels in balancing on-road comfort with capable off-road performance. Users consistently praise its quiet ride and impressive durability, making it a popular choice for daily drivers and rural commuters who encounter mixed terrain.
Pros
- Excellent on-road comfort and low noise levels for an all-terrain tire
- Strong value proposition with competitive pricing
- Reliable traction on dry, gravel, and mud surfaces
- Good tread longevity under high-mileage usage
Cons
- Increased susceptibility to aquaplaning in heavy rain
- Softer sidewalls can lead to body roll during spirited cornering
- Occasional reports of increased noise in cold weather conditions
Observations
- Owners of SUVs like the VW Touareg and Kia Sportage reported significant improvements in ride comfort compared to previous road-biased tires.
- Drivers noted that the softer sidewall construction benefits comfort but may require higher tire pressures to maintain stability during aggressive driving.
The Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV is widely regarded as a top-tier hypersport tire that offers significant improvements in feedback, warm-up time, and lean-angle confidence over its predecessors. While users consistently praise its performance in both wet and dry conditions, the consensus notes that these gains come at a premium price point and with potential longevity trade-offs depending on riding style.
Pros
- Exceptional dry and wet grip with rapid warm-up times.
- High level of precision and confidence at deep lean angles.
- Improved feedback and stability compared to previous generations (DR2/DR3).
- Surprisingly good low-speed stability and handling characteristics.
Cons
- Higher price point compared to competitors and previous models.
- Performance consistency may degrade as the tire reaches the end of its service life.
- Potential for increased wear rates under aggressive riding conditions.
Observations
- Users reported significant improvements in resistance to cupping on smaller displacement bikes (e.g., PCX 125) compared to the Diablo Rosso II.
- Aggressive riders utilizing standard sportbike sizes (120/70 and 190/55) report that the tire maintains performance characteristics comparable to more track-focused compounds like the Rosso Corsa II.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon AX7 | B · Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
89
/ 100
Avon
81
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Avon AX7 — better wet, treadwear and comfort. Pick the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Avon AX7 scores 87 vs 72 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Avon AX7 scores 89 vs 76 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV scores 91 vs 85 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Avon AX7 scores 91 vs 86 on comfort.
Tire A · Avon AX7
Tire B · Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.