Pirelli Cinturato P7 Blue review
The Pirelli Cinturato P7 Blue is widely regarded as a high-efficiency touring tire that excels in tread longevity and fuel economy. While many users praise its dry-weather performance and comfort, the consensus is polarized regarding its wet-weather capabilities and noise levels, with a significant number of reports citing increased road noise and diminished wet traction as the tires wear.
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Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
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Themes extracted from 189 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Pirelli Cinturato P7 Blue is widely regarded as a high-efficiency touring tire that excels in tread longevity and fuel economy. While many users praise its dry-weather performance and comfort, the consensus is polarized regarding its wet-weather capabilities and noise levels, with a significant number of reports citing increased road noise and diminished wet traction as the tires wear.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability for high-mileage commuters.
- Noticeable improvements in fuel efficiency and rolling resistance.
- Strong dry-weather handling and stability for daily driving.
- Comfortable ride quality on various road surfaces.
Cons
- Significant increase in road noise as the tire wears.
- Inconsistent wet-weather performance, with some users reporting hydroplaning or loss of grip.
- Susceptibility to sidewall damage and bulges from road hazards like potholes.
- Occasional balancing issues and difficulty maintaining roundness.
Worth knowing
- Users with electric vehicles (e.g., Nissan Leaf) appreciate the low noise and efficiency, though the high torque can accelerate wear.
- Drivers of performance-oriented sedans (e.g., Audi S4, BMW) often find the tire lacks the sharp steering response and cornering grip of dedicated UHP tires.
- Run-flat variants are frequently noted for being harsher and noisier than standard versions, though some users find them smoother than competing OEM run-flats.
5 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2021 Motor Summer tire Test · 225/55 R17
9th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 9th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 10th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 9th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 9th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 1st of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 9th of 10 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 8th of 10 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 2nd of 10 | |
| Noise | 4th of 10 | |
| Price | 10th of 10 |
2020 Auto Zeitung Summer tire Test · 225/50 R17
13th of 20
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 16th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 13th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 17th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 16th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 1st of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 17th of 20 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 16th of 20 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 1st of 20 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 14th of 20 | |
| Noise | 10th of 20 | |
| Price | 17th of 20 |
2018 New and Worn Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16
4th of 14
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 14 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 14 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 14 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 14 | |
| Noise | 6th of 14 |
2018 Gute Fahrt Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16
3rd of 12
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 12 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 12 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 12 | |
| Straight Aqua | 10th of 12 |
2018 ADAC Summer tire Test - 205/55 R16 · 205/55 R16
9th of 16
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
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