70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
68/100
12 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Avon ZT7 vs Avon ZV7 — 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
68
/ 100
Objective (60%)
69/100
6 professional tests
User signal (40%)
70/100
142 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Avon ZT7 — better treadwear, dry and wet. Pick the Avon ZV7 if handling and comfort matter 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)
ZT7 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | ZT7 | ZV7 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 71 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 81 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ZT7 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | ZT7 | ZV7 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 66 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 76 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
ZV7 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | ZT7 | ZV7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 77 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | ZT7 | ZV7 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 50 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ZT7 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | ZT7 | ZV7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 56 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
ZV7 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | ZT7 | ZV7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 71 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon ZT7 | Avon ZV7 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 70 | 68 |
| Dry | 79 | 75 |
| Wet | 74 | 70 |
| Comfort | 73 | 77 |
| Noise | – | 50 |
| Treadwear | 63 | 56 |
| Handling | 66 | 71 |
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Headline score
70
/ 100
Tire A
68
/ 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 ZT7 is generally regarded as a budget-friendly, comfortable tire that performs adequately for daily commuting and standard driving conditions. While many users praise its quiet ride and impressive value, a significant portion of the user base reports concerns regarding premature sidewall cracking and inconsistent performance during spirited driving.
Pros
- High value for money compared to premium brands
- Impressively quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Reliable wet and dry grip for standard, non-aggressive driving
- Good tread longevity for many users
Cons
- Frequent reports of premature sidewall perishing or cracking
- Tendency to understeer when pushed hard in corners
- Inconsistent handling characteristics under spirited driving
- Reports of uneven tread wear in some applications
Observations
- Users operating small, lightweight vehicles report the tire is sufficient for daily use but lacks the precision required for spirited driving.
- Fleet van operators find the tire durable and quiet, suggesting it performs well under consistent, moderate commercial use.
The Avon ZV7 is a polarizing mid-range tire that receives high praise for its initial wet and dry grip, quiet ride, and value-for-money proposition. However, a significant number of users report severe, premature structural issues, specifically cracking within the tread grooves, which often necessitates replacement long before the tread depth is exhausted.
Pros
- Excellent wet and dry traction when new
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- High value-for-money compared to premium brands
- Strong performance as a daily touring tire
Cons
- Widespread reports of premature tread cracking and perishing
- Inconsistent and often rapid tread wear
- Soft sidewalls leading to vague steering feedback
- Difficult and unhelpful manufacturer warranty/claims process
Observations
- Users with heavier vehicles (e.g., Ford S-Max, Volvo V70, Mondeo) frequently report faster, uneven center-tread wear.
- Drivers of performance-oriented or modified vehicles often find the sidewalls too soft, resulting in a lack of precision during spirited driving.
- Owners of smaller, lighter vehicles generally report higher satisfaction with longevity and comfort compared to those with larger, heavier saloons.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon ZT7 | B · Avon ZV7 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
70
/ 100
Avon
68
/ 100
Avon
Winner: Avon ZT7 — better treadwear, dry and wet. Pick the Avon ZV7 if handling and comfort matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Avon ZT7 scores 63 vs 56 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Avon ZV7 scores 71 vs 66 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Avon ZT7 scores 79 vs 75 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Avon ZT7 scores 74 vs 70 on wet.
Tire A · Avon ZT7
Tire B · Avon ZV7
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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.