77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
81/100
6 professional tests
User signal (40%)
73/100
188 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Pirelli Cinturato P7 vs Toyo NanoEnergy R38 — 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.
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81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
8 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Toyo NanoEnergy R38 — better dry, treadwear and handling. Pick the Pirelli Cinturato P7 if comfort matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
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
Score (0–100)
NanoEnergy R38 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato P7 | NanoEnergy R38 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 88 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato P7 | NanoEnergy R38 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 82 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Cinturato P7 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato P7 | NanoEnergy R38 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 92 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 94 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato P7 | NanoEnergy R38 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 72 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
NanoEnergy R38 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato P7 | NanoEnergy R38 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 75 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 76 |
| SimpleTire owners | 86 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
NanoEnergy R38 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato P7 | NanoEnergy R38 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 81 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli Cinturato P7 | Toyo NanoEnergy R38 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 81 |
| Dry | 79 | 88 |
| Wet | 81 | 81 |
| Comfort | 85 | 80 |
| Noise | 72 | – |
| Treadwear | 69 | 76 |
| Handling | 75 | 81 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 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 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.
The Toyo NanoEnergy R38 is widely regarded as a high-performing mid-range tire that frequently exceeds expectations, often drawing favorable comparisons to premium brands. Users consistently praise its reliable grip and predictable handling characteristics in both wet and dry conditions, making it a strong value proposition for daily driving.
Pros
- Excellent wet and dry traction
- Predictable handling with clear feedback at the limit
- High value-for-money compared to premium competitors
- Commendable tread longevity
Cons
- Reported instances of moderate road noise
- Availability can be limited as it is often an OEM-specific fitment
Observations
- Frequently cited as a reliable factory-fitted choice for the Mazda 3 platform.
- Users report consistent performance across various driving styles, with tread life reaching up to 32,000 miles on front-wheel-drive configurations.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Pirelli Cinturato P7 | B · Toyo NanoEnergy R38 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Summer tire | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| 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?
77
/ 100
Pirelli
81
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Toyo NanoEnergy R38 — better dry, treadwear and handling. Pick the Pirelli Cinturato P7 if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Toyo NanoEnergy R38 scores 88 vs 79 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Toyo NanoEnergy R38 scores 76 vs 69 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Toyo NanoEnergy R38 scores 81 vs 75 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli Cinturato P7 scores 85 vs 80 on comfort.
Tire A · Pirelli Cinturato P7
Tire B · Toyo NanoEnergy R38
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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.