55
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
52/100
24 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Supercat vs Pirelli CINTURA/TO P6 — Compared (May 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
74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
74/100
20 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Pirelli CINTURA/TO P6 — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Bridgestone Supercat if treadwear matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
5 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)
CINTURA/TO P6 leads by 26
Why this score
| Source | Supercat | CINTURA/TO P6 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 86 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
CINTURA/TO P6 leads by 47
Why this score
| Source | Supercat | CINTURA/TO P6 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 34 | 81 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
CINTURA/TO P6 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Supercat | CINTURA/TO P6 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 71 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Supercat leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Supercat | CINTURA/TO P6 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 67 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
CINTURA/TO P6 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Supercat | CINTURA/TO P6 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 51 | 62 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Supercat | Pirelli CINTURA/TO P6 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 55 | 74 |
| Dry | 60 | 86 |
| Wet | 34 | 81 |
| Comfort | 65 | 71 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 67 |
| Handling | 51 | 62 |
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55
/ 100
Tire A
74
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Supercat is a polarizing budget-tier tire that receives significant criticism for its poor wet-weather performance and lack of steering feedback. While some users appreciate its longevity and quiet ride for casual commuting, a large portion of the user base considers the tire unsafe in adverse conditions, frequently citing a lack of traction and unpredictable handling.
Pros
- High tread durability and long service life
- Quiet road noise levels
- Affordable price point
- Acceptable performance for sedate, dry-weather commuting
Cons
- Extremely poor wet-weather grip and hydroplaning resistance
- Soft, unresponsive sidewalls leading to vague steering feedback
- Significant loss of traction during cornering and acceleration
- Inconsistent quality and rapid performance degradation over time
Observations
- Users with high-torque or performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., Turbo models, XR6) frequently report excessive wheel spin and lack of control.
- Drivers of heavy utility vehicles and vans (e.g., Hiace, Rodeo) report better satisfaction regarding tread life and durability compared to passenger car owners.
- The tire is often criticized for being ill-suited for vehicles lacking modern electronic stability and traction control systems.
The Pirelli Cinturato P6 presents a polarizing experience for drivers, characterized by strong dry-weather handling and reliable grip, but marred by significant reports of excessive road noise. While some users praise their longevity and performance, others report premature wear, sidewall structural issues, and a tendency for the rubber compound to harden over time.
Pros
- Strong dry and wet surface grip
- Responsive handling and cornering control
- Good impact absorption and ride comfort
- High mileage potential for some users
Cons
- Excessive road noise and droning at highway speeds
- Inconsistent tread life with reports of premature wear
- Tendency for rubber to harden and crack over time
- Reports of sidewall bulges
Observations
- Users with smaller, economy-focused vehicles (e.g., VW Golf, Alfa 147) reported high satisfaction with handling and comfort.
- Drivers of diesel-powered or older vehicles often noted that the tire's noise was masked by the vehicle's inherent engine drone, leading to more favorable reviews.
- The tire's performance appears highly sensitive to driving style, with aggressive driving leading to significantly faster degradation.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Supercat | B · Pirelli CINTURA/TO P6 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
55
/ 100
Bridgestone
74
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli CINTURA/TO P6 — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Bridgestone Supercat if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli CINTURA/TO P6 scores 81 vs 34 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli CINTURA/TO P6 scores 86 vs 60 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Pirelli CINTURA/TO P6 scores 62 vs 51 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli CINTURA/TO P6 scores 71 vs 65 on comfort.
Tire A · Bridgestone Supercat
Tire B · Pirelli CINTURA/TO P6
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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.