90
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
92/100
19 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Pirelli Cinturato P7 Blue — 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
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
4 professional tests
User signal (40%)
76/100
189 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental CrossContact LX25 — better noise, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
7 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)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | Cinturato P7 Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 71 | 73 |
| Tire Rack owners | 93 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 86 |
| SimpleTire owners | 99 | – |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 93% | 97% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | Cinturato P7 Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 76 |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 71 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | Cinturato P7 Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 86 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | Cinturato P7 Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 100 |
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 97 | 77 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | Cinturato P7 Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 62 |
| SimpleTire owners | 94 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | Cinturato P7 Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 87 |
| SimpleTire owners | 89 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | Cinturato P7 Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 71 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental CrossContact LX25 | Pirelli Cinturato P7 Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 90 | 80 |
| Dry | 82 | 80 |
| Wet | 92 | 79 |
| Snow | 94 | 88 |
| Comfort | 94 | 93 |
| Noise | 93 | 73 |
| Treadwear | 89 | 80 |
| Handling | 85 | 71 |
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Headline score
90
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 100
Tire B
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 93% #2/3 · Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Goodyear WeatherReady | 97% #3/12 · 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre Test | -3.9 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 50% #2/3 · Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Goodyear WeatherReady | 11% #9/16 · 2018 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 205/55 R16 | +38.9 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental CrossContact LX25 is highly regarded by users for its exceptional ride comfort, low noise levels, and reliable all-season traction. It is frequently cited as a superior replacement for factory-installed tires, offering a balanced performance profile that excels in daily driving conditions across various climates.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and quiet operation
- Significantly improved braking performance
- Predictable and confident handling in light snow and wet conditions
- Strong value proposition compared to premium factory-installed alternatives
Cons
- Tendency to pick up and eject road gravel
- Occasional reports of premature tread wear in specific use cases
- Stiffer sidewall response when encountering sharp road imperfections or deep potholes
Observations
- Luxury SUV owners (Mercedes ML/GLE) report a significant improvement in ride quality and cabin noise when replacing factory run-flat tires with the LX25.
- Users with 19-inch wheel configurations on compact crossovers like the Mazda CX-5 find the tire to be a reliable solution for challenging New England weather conditions.
The Pirelli Cinturato P7 Blue is widely regarded as a high-efficiency touring tire that excels in tread longevity and fuel economy. While many users praise its dry-weather performance and comfort, the consensus is polarized regarding its wet-weather capabilities and noise levels, with a significant number of reports citing increased road noise and diminished wet traction as the tires wear.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability for high-mileage commuters.
- Noticeable improvements in fuel efficiency and rolling resistance.
- Strong dry-weather handling and stability for daily driving.
- Comfortable ride quality on various road surfaces.
Cons
- Significant increase in road noise as the tire wears.
- Inconsistent wet-weather performance, with some users reporting hydroplaning or loss of grip.
- Susceptibility to sidewall damage and bulges from road hazards like potholes.
- Occasional balancing issues and difficulty maintaining roundness.
Observations
- Users with electric vehicles (e.g., Nissan Leaf) appreciate the low noise and efficiency, though the high torque can accelerate wear.
- Drivers of performance-oriented sedans (e.g., Audi S4, BMW) often find the tire lacks the sharp steering response and cornering grip of dedicated UHP tires.
- Run-flat variants are frequently noted for being harsher and noisier than standard versions, though some users find them smoother than competing OEM run-flats.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental CrossContact LX25 | B · Pirelli Cinturato P7 Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 40 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 10 - 12/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 740 A A - B | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering | — |
| Max pressure | 44 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
90
/ 100
Continental
80
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Continental CrossContact LX25 — better noise, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 93 vs 73 on noise.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 85 vs 71 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 92 vs 79 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 89 vs 80 on treadwear.
Tire A · Continental CrossContact LX25
Tire B · Pirelli Cinturato P7 Blue
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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.