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Pirelli P ZERO PZ4

Pirelli P ZERO PZ4

Summer
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8.6 /10 Recommended

The P Zero range is with us for a long time, also being a favorite choice for car manufacturers as first equipment. It’s a good, well balanced and enjoyable tyre. It tends to get quite a few mid-life updates so make sure you get the latest one.

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Pros & Cons

Strengths

Outstanding handling with precise steering in both dry and wet conditions, enhancing overall driving confidence.

High grip levels that deliver short, effective braking distances on both wet and dry surfaces, promoting safety.

Well-balanced and sporty dynamics that offer agile performance and responsive cornering.

Excellent aquaplaning capabilities that maintain stability during wet weather driving.

Low road noise for a quieter driving experience.

Weaknesses

Inconsistent braking and grip performance: While many users report short braking distances, some observed longer wet braking distances and grip deficits during high-speed cornering.

Elevated rolling resistance, which may impact fuel efficiency and increase overall effort.

Limited mileage potential, indicating a shorter tire lifespan.

Average ride comfort that might not meet expectations for a sport tire.

High price, which could deter cost-sensitive buyers despite its performance merits.

History

2017
1× Tested
EVO225/40 R18#2
2021
2× Tested
Autozeitung225/40 R18#3Highly recommended
Tyre Reviews225/40 R18#7Recommended
2022
1× Tested
Sportauto235/35 R19#4Good
2023
7× Tested
Gute-Fahrt235/35 R19#2Very good -
Autobild225/45 R18#3
Autobild225/40 R18#3Outstanding
Autozeitung235/35 R19#4Highly recommended
SportAuto225/40 R18#5Very good
ACE225/45 R18#5Highly recommended
Autobild225/45 R18#11Satisfactory
2025
3× Tested
Autobild245/35 R19#3Exemplary
Autozeitung225/45 R18#5Highly recommended
Autobild225/40 R18#20

Tests (14)

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14 Tests 11× Recommended
Autobild Summer
225/40 R18
#3 Of 13 Tyres
3rdOutstanding
Toyota Yaris GR
Autobild Summer
225/45 R18
#11 Of 20 Tyres
11thSatisfactory
BMW 3

Sizes (214)

145/80 R13From £112

1 Variants

74Q
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Ratings

Tested 11× By professional organizations

Outstanding7× (64%)
Very good -1× (9%)
Satisfactory3× (27%)

Performance by size

xxx/xx R18 9.6xxx/xx R19 9.4225/xx Rxx 9.6235/xx Rxx 9.2245/xx Rxx 10.0

Frequently asked questions

Is this tyre suitable for SUVs?
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.

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