79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
75/100
25 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico vs Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R — 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
75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
77/100
5 professional tests
User signal (40%)
79/100
3 owner reviews
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VerdictWinner: Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico — better wet, comfort and treadwear. Pick the Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R if handling 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)
P Zero Trofeo R leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | P ZERO Asimmetrico | P Zero Trofeo R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 86 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 92 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 100 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
P ZERO Asimmetrico leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | P ZERO Asimmetrico | P Zero Trofeo R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 74 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 48 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 60 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
P ZERO Asimmetrico leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | P ZERO Asimmetrico | P Zero Trofeo R |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 60 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | P ZERO Asimmetrico | P Zero Trofeo R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 45 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
P ZERO Asimmetrico leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | P ZERO Asimmetrico | P Zero Trofeo R |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 62 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 70 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
P Zero Trofeo R leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | P ZERO Asimmetrico | P Zero Trofeo R |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 93 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico | Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 75 |
| Dry | 89 | 91 |
| Wet | 81 | 67 |
| Comfort | 77 | 65 |
| Noise | – | 45 |
| Treadwear | 74 | 68 |
| Handling | 75 | 93 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
75
/ 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 P ZERO Asimmetrico is widely regarded as a capable, high-performance summer tire that excels in dry grip and road feedback, often serving as a preferred OEM choice for premium vehicles like Jaguar and Audi. While many users report exceptional longevity and consistent performance, others note that the tire can become noisy as it ages and may exhibit inconsistent wet-weather traction if not properly warmed up.
Pros
- Exceptional dry surface grip and handling confidence
- Strong longevity and tread life for many users
- Responsive steering feedback and sporty road feel
- Effective rim protection and robust sidewall construction
Cons
- Increased road noise as the tire wears
- Variable wet-weather performance requiring heat for optimal grip
- Tendency to follow road imperfections (tramlining)
- Potential for uneven wear patterns on certain vehicle setups
Observations
- Users with high-torque performance EVs noted expectedly rapid tread wear compared to internal combustion vehicles.
- Owners of luxury sedans like the Jaguar XJ reported high satisfaction with long-term mileage, often exceeding 35,000-40,000 miles.
- Drivers transitioning from run-flat tires to this model reported significant improvements in ride comfort and noise levels.
The Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R is widely regarded as a premier track-focused semi-slick tire that offers exceptional dry grip, often outperforming competitors like the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2. While users praise its track-day prowess and durability under hard driving, they caution that its extreme nature makes it poorly suited for street use due to rapid tread wear and poor wet-weather performance.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and track performance
- Superior lap times compared to rival semi-slicks
- High durability and structural integrity under intense track conditions
Cons
- Extremely rapid tread wear on public roads
- Poor performance and safety in wet conditions
- Requires significant heat to reach optimal operating temperature
Observations
- Users emphasize that the tire functions more like a dedicated racing slick than a dual-purpose road tire.
- Performance is highly dependent on achieving and maintaining proper operating temperatures, which is difficult to sustain during standard street driving.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico | B · Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Trackday and Competition tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | — | 5/32″ |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Pirelli
75
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico — better wet, comfort and treadwear. Pick the Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R scores 93 vs 75 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico scores 81 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico scores 77 vs 65 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico scores 74 vs 68 on treadwear.
Tire A · Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico
Tire B · Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R
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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.