Summer tire Summer Premium Touring tires Updated September 2026
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 review
The Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 is widely regarded as a premium touring tire that excels in ride comfort, low noise levels, and balanced dry-weather handling. While many users praise its refined road manners and efficiency, there is a notable divide in user experience regarding tread longevity and wet-weather performance, with some reporting exceptional durability and others experiencing premature wear or noise degradation over time.
Relative score
83/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
77/100
189 reviews
Road tests
89/100
17 published tests
Owners rate it 11.8 points lower than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
Scores
Two scoring systems, side by side
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.
By owner reviews
77.4%
Would buy again
82%
Dry
Wet
Snow & ice
Comfort
Noise
Treadwear
Handling
By road tests
89.2%By discipline (% of best in test)
From owners
What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 189 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 is widely regarded as a premium touring tire that excels in ride comfort, low noise levels, and balanced dry-weather handling. While many users praise its refined road manners and efficiency, there is a notable divide in user experience regarding tread longevity and wet-weather performance, with some reporting exceptional durability and others experiencing premature wear or noise degradation over time.
Pros
- Excellent ride comfort and noise suppression
- Strong dry-weather grip and predictable handling
- Low rolling resistance contributing to fuel efficiency
- High-quality construction suitable for daily commuting
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life reported across different driving styles and road conditions
- Increased road noise as the tire wears down
- Mixed performance in wet conditions, with some users reporting a loss of confidence
- Susceptibility to sidewall damage from potholes
Worth knowing
- Users with BMW and Audi vehicles often note the tire's ability to improve ride quality compared to harsher OEM run-flat alternatives.
- Drivers of high-torque electric vehicles (EVs) report varying results, with some noting impressive longevity while others cite faster wear due to instant torque.
- Performance on 18-inch and larger wheels is frequently praised for comfort, though some users note a 'squirrely' sensation on grooved highway pavement.
Test results
17 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2025 Summer and All Season Combined tire Test · 225/45 R17
3rd of 14
Best: Wet Handling · 1st
Weakest: Rolling Resistance · 7th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 1st of 14 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 7th of 14 | |
| Straight Aqua | 6th of 14 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 2nd of 14 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 3rd of 14 | |
| Subj. Noise | 5th of 14 |
2024 Motorhome Summer tire Test · 225/55 R17
6th of 10
Best: Rolling Resistance · 1st
Weakest: Wet Handling · 6th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 1st of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 10 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 6th of 10 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 10 |
2024 AZ Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
2nd of 9
Best: Dry Braking · 2nd
Weakest: Wet Circle · 6th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 9 | |
| Wet Circle | 6th of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 9 | |
| Noise | 5th of 9 |
2024 AutoBild Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16
16th of 20
Best: Dry Braking · 6th
Weakest: Value · 18th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 11th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 9th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 8th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 14th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 17th of 20 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 10th of 20 | |
| Noise | 12th of 20 | |
| Value | 18th of 20 | |
| Wear | 17th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 17th of 20 |
2023 Motor Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16
4th of 8
Best: Dry Braking · 2nd
Weakest: Dry Handling · 6th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 5th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 8 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 8 | |
| Price | 5th of 8 |
2023 ADAC Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16
17th of 50
Best: Dry Braking · 6th
Weakest: Value · 42nd
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 24th of 50 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 50 | |
| Straight Aqua | 15th of 50 | |
| Value | 42nd of 50 | |
| Wear | 21st of 50 | |
| Fuel Consumption | 13th of 50 | |
| Abrasion | 36th of 50 | |
| Wet Braking - Concrete | 19th of 50 |
Tyre Reviews Best Summer Touring tires · 205/55 R16
2nd of 13
Best: Noise · 3rd
Weakest: Dry Handling · 8th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 4th of 13 | |
| Dry Handling | 8th of 13 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 13 | |
| Straight Aqua | 6th of 13 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 13 | |
| Price | 7th of 13 |
2022 Auto Express Summer tire Test · 225/40 R18
6th of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2021 Auto Express Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
8th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2021 ViBilagare Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
6th of 8
Best: Subj. Comfort · 2nd
Weakest: Wet Braking · 7th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 8 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 2nd of 8 | |
| Subj. Noise | 3rd of 8 | |
| Price | 4th of 8 | |
| Fuel Consumption | 7th of 8 |
2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16
7th of 20
Best: Dry Braking · 2nd
Weakest: Noise · 19th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 12th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 18th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 7th of 20 | |
| Noise | 19th of 20 | |
| Value | 17th of 20 | |
| Wear | 14th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 19th of 20 |
2021 ADAC Summer tire Test - 225/50 R17 · 225/50 R17
9th of 17
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 10th of 17 |
2021 ADAC Summer tire Test - 205/55 R16 · 205/55 R16
12th of 15
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wear | 14th of 15 |
2021 53 Summer tire Braking Test · 205/55 R16
2nd of 53
Best: Dry Braking · 2nd
Weakest: Wet Braking · 3rd
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 53 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 53 |
2020 Auto Express Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16
10th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2020 Tyre Reviews Ultimate Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16
10th of 12
Best: Subj. Wet Handling · 2nd
Weakest: Subj. Comfort · 12th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 8th of 12 | |
| Wet Handling | 7th of 12 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 12 | |
| Dry Handling | 8th of 12 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 10th of 12 | |
| Straight Aqua | 6th of 12 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 3rd of 12 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 12th of 12 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 2nd of 12 | |
| Noise | 4th of 12 | |
| Price | 10th of 12 |
2020 New 17 Inch Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
2nd of 10
Best: Dry Braking · 2nd
Weakest: Straight Aqua · 8th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 7th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 7th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 8th of 10 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 10 |
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