76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
81/100
6 professional tests
User signal (40%)
73/100
188 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Pirelli Cinturato P7 vs Vredestein Sportrac 5 — 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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76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
85/100
101 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Pirelli Cinturato P7 and Vredestein Sportrac 5 are within 2 points overall. Pirelli Cinturato P7 is stronger on noise. Vredestein Sportrac 5 is stronger on treadwear, handling and wet.
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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)
Cinturato P7 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato P7 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | 71 |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 88 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 100% | 93% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 99% | 98% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Sportrac 5 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato P7 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | 86 |
| Tire Rack owners | 82 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 93% | 95% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 95% | 98% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Cinturato P7 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato P7 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 92 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 84 |
| SimpleTire owners | 94 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Cinturato P7 leads by 46
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato P7 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 72 | 26 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Sportrac 5 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato P7 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 75 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 86 |
| SimpleTire owners | 86 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Sportrac 5 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato P7 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 83 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 86 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli Cinturato P7 | Vredestein Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 76 |
| Dry | 79 | 78 |
| Wet | 81 | 86 |
| Comfort | 85 | 84 |
| Noise | 72 | 26 |
| Treadwear | 69 | 86 |
| Handling | 75 | 83 |
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Headline score
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/ 100
Tire A
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Tire B
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 100% #1/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | 93% #9/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +6.8 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 99% #2/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | 98% #14/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +1.9 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 89% #7/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | 85% #4/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +3.5 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 100% #9/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | 95% #2/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +5 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 97% #10/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | 74% #5/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +22.6 | Different tests |
| Wear | Other | 72% #11/12 · 2020 ADAC SUV Summer Tyre Test | 83% #7/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | -10.3 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 20% #5/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | 13% #8/13 · 2019 Swedish Summer Tyre Test | +7.5 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 100% #1/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | 93% #14/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +7 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 67% #4/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | 80% #6/13 · 2019 Swedish Summer Tyre Test | -13.3 | Different tests |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 80% #4/11 · 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test | 70% #9/13 · 2019 Swedish Summer Tyre Test | +10 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 93% #3/10 · 2019 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test | 95% #10/13 · 2019 Swedish Summer Tyre Test | -2.2 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 95% #3/10 · 2020 Teknikens 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 98% #5/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | -2.9 | Different tests |
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 Vredestein Sportrac 5 is widely regarded as a high-value, versatile summer tire that excels in dry and wet grip, comfort, and longevity. While the majority of users praise its balanced performance and responsiveness, a minority of enthusiasts find the sidewalls too soft for spirited driving, leading to vague steering feedback and a lack of precision in performance-oriented applications.
Pros
- Excellent grip in both dry and wet conditions
- High tread life and durability
- Strong value proposition compared to premium brands
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Effective braking performance
Cons
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feel and lack of precision
- Increased road noise as the tire ages and rubber hardens
- Some reports of poor performance in deep standing water (aquaplaning)
- Not suitable for dedicated track or aggressive sports driving
Observations
- Drivers of small, lightweight vehicles occasionally report issues with understeer and a lack of steering feedback.
- Users with heavier vehicles or those driving in high-temperature climates (e.g., Dubai, India) report impressive longevity and consistent performance over high mileage.
- Some owners of performance-oriented cars note that the tire's soft construction compromises the vehicle's handling characteristics.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Pirelli Cinturato P7 | B · Vredestein Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Summer tire | Summer High Performance 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?
76
/ 100
Pirelli
76
/ 100
Vredestein
Too close to call: Pirelli Cinturato P7 and Vredestein Sportrac 5 are within 2 points overall. Pirelli Cinturato P7 is stronger on noise. Vredestein Sportrac 5 is stronger on treadwear, handling and wet.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Pirelli Cinturato P7 scores 72 vs 26 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Vredestein Sportrac 5 scores 86 vs 69 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Vredestein Sportrac 5 scores 83 vs 75 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Vredestein Sportrac 5 scores 86 vs 81 on wet.
Tire A · Pirelli Cinturato P7
Tire B · Vredestein Sportrac 5
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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.