72
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
73/100
20 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop Direzza DZ102 vs Pirelli P Zero SUV — 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
79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
17 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Pirelli P Zero SUV — better comfort, wet and dry. 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)
P Zero SUV leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | P Zero SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
P Zero SUV leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | P Zero SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 80 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
P Zero SUV leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | P Zero SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 70 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Direzza DZ102 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | P Zero SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 100 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
P Zero SUV leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | P Zero SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop Direzza DZ102 | Pirelli P Zero SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 72 | 79 |
| Dry | 82 | 94 |
| Wet | 73 | 87 |
| Snow | – | 80 |
| Comfort | 70 | 85 |
| Noise | – | 87 |
| Treadwear | 67 | 65 |
| Handling | 69 | 70 |
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Headline score
72
/ 100
Tire A
79
/ 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 Dunlop Direzza DZ102 is widely regarded as a high-value, entry-level Ultra-High Performance summer tire that balances impressive dry grip and comfort with an attractive price point. While many users praise its handling and road manners, consensus is split regarding its longevity and wet-weather performance, with some users reporting rapid tread wear and inconsistent traction in heavy rain.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Strong dry pavement grip and cornering stability
- Surprisingly high levels of ride comfort for a performance tire
- Low road noise levels compared to competitors in the segment
Cons
- Rapid or inconsistent tread wear
- Inconsistent wet weather performance and hydroplaning resistance
- Increased road noise as the tire ages
- Difficult to balance for some users
Observations
- Users with high-torque or tuned vehicles (300hp+) report that the tire provides sufficient grip to manage power delivery effectively.
- Drivers on 17-inch and 18-inch setups frequently highlight a significant improvement in comfort compared to previous touring or OEM tires.
- Some users noted that the tire's performance is highly sensitive to correct inflation pressures, with improper settings leading to immediate degradation in feel.
The Pirelli P Zero SUV is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in dry and wet handling, offering a predictable and sporty driving experience. While users frequently praise its grip and comfort, they acknowledge that its tread life is relatively short, which is typical for a tire in this performance category.
Pros
- Exceptional dry and wet handling
- High levels of grip and road confidence
- Improved ride comfort and reduced road noise
- Strong performance as an OEM-specified tire
Cons
- Rapid tread wear, particularly with aggressive driving
- Limited performance in snow and icy conditions
- Performance degradation as tread depth decreases
Observations
- Performance EV owners note that tread wear is consistent with expectations for high-torque electric vehicles.
- Users on smaller performance vehicles, such as the Fiesta ST, report consistent handling at the limit but expect shorter lifespans of 18,000-20,000 miles.
- SUV owners, such as those with the XC60, report decent longevity when tires are rotated regularly.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop Direzza DZ102 | B · Pirelli P Zero SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
72
/ 100
Dunlop
79
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli P Zero SUV — better comfort, wet and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli P Zero SUV scores 85 vs 70 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli P Zero SUV scores 87 vs 73 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli P Zero SUV scores 94 vs 82 on dry.
Tire A · Dunlop Direzza DZ102
Tire B · Pirelli P Zero SUV
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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.