86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
85/100
490 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
General G Max AS03 vs Pirelli Cinturato P7 — 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
76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
81/100
6 professional tests
User signal (40%)
73/100
188 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: General G Max AS03 — better handling, treadwear 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)
G Max AS03 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | G Max AS03 | Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 76 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 83 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
G Max AS03 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | G Max AS03 | Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 87 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 73 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | G Max AS03 | Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 83 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | G Max AS03 | Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 92 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 74 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 94 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
G Max AS03 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | G Max AS03 | Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 72 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
G Max AS03 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | G Max AS03 | Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 69 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 86 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
G Max AS03 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | G Max AS03 | Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 75 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | General G Max AS03 | Pirelli Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 86 | 76 |
| Dry | 90 | 79 |
| Wet | 87 | 81 |
| Snow | 40 | – |
| Comfort | 85 | 85 |
| Noise | 78 | 72 |
| Treadwear | 84 | 69 |
| Handling | 93 | 75 |
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Headline score
86
/ 100
Tire A
76
/ 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 General G-Max RS is widely regarded as a high-value, ultra-high-performance summer tire that punches well above its price point. While it may not match the absolute peak grip or steering precision of premium tier-one brands like Michelin, users consistently praise its excellent wet-weather confidence, quiet ride, and impressive longevity for a performance-oriented compound.
Pros
- Exceptional price-to-performance ratio
- Strong wet-weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Surprisingly quiet and comfortable for a summer performance tire
- Predictable handling characteristics during spirited street driving
- Good tread life compared to more expensive competitors
Cons
- Softer sidewalls can feel 'mushy' or lack precision during aggressive cornering
- Reported issues with flat-spotting after sitting for extended periods
- Some users noted vibration or balancing difficulties, potentially due to quality control inconsistencies
- Not intended for track-day abuse; can overheat and lose grip under heavy, sustained load
Observations
- Owners of heavier vehicles or high-torque sports cars (e.g., Corvettes, Mustangs, BMWs) frequently report that these tires are a significant upgrade over factory run-flat tires in terms of ride comfort and noise.
- Users with smaller, lighter vehicles (e.g., Mazda3, VW Golf) often find the tire's performance to be more than adequate for daily driving and occasional spirited canyon runs.
- Some drivers running wider, low-profile setups noted that the tires can be prone to 'tramlining' or following grooves on uneven highway surfaces.
The Pirelli Cinturato P7 is widely regarded as a competent, comfort-oriented touring tire that excels in dry weather conditions and offers a quiet, refined ride. While many users praise its longevity and road manners, a significant portion of the user base reports inconsistent performance in wet conditions, rapid tread wear, and susceptibility to sidewall damage, particularly with run-flat variants.
Pros
- Excellent dry weather grip and predictable handling
- High levels of ride comfort and low road noise
- Strong fuel efficiency and low rolling resistance
- Good overall durability for long-distance touring
Cons
- Inconsistent or poor wet weather traction
- Premature tread wear and rapid performance degradation over time
- Weak sidewall construction prone to bulges and punctures
- Noticeable drop in performance as the tire ages
Observations
- Users with run-flat versions frequently report a harsh, noisy ride and increased susceptibility to pothole damage compared to non-run-flat alternatives.
- Drivers of performance-oriented compacts (e.g., Mini Cooper, VW Golf) often find the sidewalls too soft for spirited driving, leading to excessive roll and lack of feedback.
- Owners of heavy SUVs and high-torque vehicles report significantly faster tread wear and occasional tire deformation.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · General G Max AS03 | B · Pirelli Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | Premium Touring Summer tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 48 |
| Rim diameters | — | 16″ – 21″ |
| Tread depth | — | 11/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 260 A A |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 44 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
86
/ 100
General
76
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: General G Max AS03 — better handling, treadwear and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
General G Max AS03 scores 93 vs 75 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
General G Max AS03 scores 84 vs 69 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
General G Max AS03 scores 90 vs 79 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
General G Max AS03 scores 87 vs 81 on wet.
Tire A · General G Max AS03
Tire B · Pirelli Cinturato P7
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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.