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Bridgestone Turanza T005 RFT vs Pirelli Cinturato P7 Run Flat — Compared (May 2026)
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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
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 RFT | Cinturato P7 Run Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 89 | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | – |
Wet
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 RFT | Cinturato P7 Run Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | – |
Comfort
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 RFT | Cinturato P7 Run Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | 79 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | – |
Noise
Treadwear
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 RFT | Cinturato P7 Run Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 66 | 70 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 56 | – |
Handling
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 RFT | Cinturato P7 Run Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza T005 RFT | Pirelli Cinturato P7 Run Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 71 | 66 |
| Dry | 84 | 80 |
| Wet | 78 | 76 |
| Comfort | 65 | 59 |
| Noise | – | 58 |
| Treadwear | 57 | 45 |
| Handling | 76 | 78 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Turanza T005 RFT receives mixed feedback, often praised for its initial comfort and steering precision but frequently criticized for premature tread wear and increased noise levels as the tire ages. While many users appreciate its performance as a touring tire, the run-flat construction appears to be a polarizing feature that significantly impacts long-term ride quality and durability.
Pros
- Commendable initial ride comfort for a run-flat tire
- Responsive and direct steering feedback
- Strong dry and wet braking performance
- Low noise levels when new
Cons
- Rapid and premature tread wear
- Significant increase in road noise as the tire wears
- Susceptibility to structural damage and bulges from road impacts
- Harsh ride quality compared to non-run-flat alternatives
Observations
- BMW 3-series owners report a notable decline in ride quality and noise levels as the tires approach the end of their service life.
- Lexus UX owners have reported extreme cabin noise levels, suggesting the tire's acoustic profile may be poorly suited to certain vehicle chassis.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza T005 RFT | B · Pirelli Cinturato P7 Run Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | — |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
Which one should you actually buy?
Bridgestone
Pirelli
Winner: Bridgestone Turanza T005 RFT — better treadwear, comfort and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Bridgestone Turanza T005 RFT scores 57 vs 45 on treadwear.
Bridgestone Turanza T005 RFT scores 65 vs 59 on comfort.
Bridgestone Turanza T005 RFT scores 84 vs 80 on dry.
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.