Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2

Strengths

Excellent grip and stable handling on both dry and wet roads.

Direct steering response with good feedback for confident driving.

Very comfortable ride with low noise levels.

Low rolling resistance contributes to good efficiency.

High safety reserves, particularly under wet conditions and aquaplaning.

Weaknesses

Only average resistance to aquaplaning compared to top competitors.

Slightly increased braking distances on dry roads.

Higher price point than some alternatives.

Environmental balance could be improved, including tread wear.

Customer Popularity

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Based on 2 reviews

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Performance Analysis: Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2

This graph shows how the tyre ranks across different properties compared to other tested tyres. Higher percentile means better performance - 100% means better than every tyre in every test, 0% means worse than every tyre in every test.

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Dry braking

Exterior noise

Wet braking

Interior noise

Dry handling

Aquaplaning - longitudal

Wet handling

Wet circle cornering

Aquaplaning - cross

Comfort

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Timeline

2020

Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 was launched and replaced Pirelli P7 Cinturato.

2021

Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 was tested 3x (Autobild,...)

2023

Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 was tested 3x (Tyre Reviews,...)

2024

Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 was tested 2x (Autozeitung,...)

2025

Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 was tested 1x (Aftonbladet)

2025

Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 got replaced by Pirelli Cinturato (C3)

Sizes

Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 is made in 92 sizes, starting from 205/55 R16 up to 255/40 R20.

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Runflat

There are 7 runflat variants of Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 available.
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Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 in tyre tests

All tyre tests where Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 was featured:

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Aftonbladet Summer tyre test 2025 225/45 R17
outstanding
Ranked #3 of 10

Name	Points total
Best values in test	9.1
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2	9
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Autozeitung Summer tyre test 2024 225/45 R17
highly recommended
Ranked #2 of 9

Securing a remarkable 2nd place out of 9 competitors, the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 stood out prominently, earning a "Highly recommended" final rating. This tyre demonstrated a notable shot of sportiness, impressing with precise steering responses and a neutral balance. It delivered superior performance on both wet and dry surfaces, marked by excellent grip level, predictable and controllable reactions at the limit, sharp directional changes, and notably strong braking on dry surfaces, distinguishing itself as the absolute best in dry braking. Despite its average rolling resistance and slightly less comfort compared to its rivals, the Pirelli P7 Cinturato remains a clear recommendation for drivers seeking a blend of sportiness and reliability.

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Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2024 225/55 R17
good
Ranked #6 of 10

Securing the 6th spot among 10 competitors, the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 achieved a commendable 'Good' final rating. This premium summer tire stood out for its stable handling on both wet and dry roads, offering direct steering response with solid feedback. Its performance was particularly noteworthy in areas of aquaplaning safety reserves, exceptional comfort, and low rolling resistance, where it was unrivaled. However, it carries a higher price tag and demonstrated slightly longer stopping distances on dry surfaces. Despite these minor setbacks, its strengths in critical areas like comfort, aquaplaning resistance, and energy efficiency affirm its quality and performance.

Name	Wet	Dry	Rolling resistance	Noise
Best values in test	1-	2+	2+	2+
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2	2	2	2+	2
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Autoklub ČR Summer tyre test 2023 205/55 R16

Ranked #4 of 19

Name	Points total	Wet	Dry
Best values in test	104,7	106	103,4
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2	101,7	101,7	101,7
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ADAC Summer tyre test 2023 205/55 R16
good
Ranked #17 of 50

The Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 positioned 17th out of 50 in the competition, garnering a final rating of "Good". Testers appreciated its performance on dry surfaces and noted its efficiency and longevity as commendable aspects. However, criticisms were directed towards its unbalanced nature, highlighting weaknesses on wet roads and environmental impact, alongside a slight shortfall in wear resistance leading to a downgrade. In terms of driving safety, the tire's handling under wet conditions only achieved a satisfactory rating, struggling particularly with braking and handling. Although it performed well in aquaplaning tests, its grip levels and the ability to manage longitudinal and lateral forces on wet surfaces were only deemed satisfactory. Regarding environmental aspects, despite good marks for fuel consumption and weight, the tire's overall environmental contribution was impacted negatively by its wear properties and predicted mileage, which failed to reach a higher evaluation.