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Comparison: Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Pirelli Cinturato P7 vs. Continental UltraContact NXT

The Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 and the Pirelli Cinturato P7 are both highly reputable summer tyres loved by many drivers. In our tire testing, we've found some key differentiators to help you decide between the two.


The Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2, a successor to the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance, offers strong and consistent performance across the board. The tyre holds an 84% overall rating from us, noticeably higher than the 75% for the Pirelli Cinturato P7.


In the ACE test, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 land a respectable 5th place out of 10, while Pirelli's summer tyre fared slightly better, coming in 4th, offering superior dry handling. The scenario is different in Autobild's test where Goodyear's tyre came in 13th out of 55, with Pirelli's model ranking higher at 9th position.


In the comprehensive ADAC test, the Goodyear model outperformed the Pirelli tyre, securing the 4th place out of 15. The Pirelli Cinturato P7, although placing at 12th, was recognized for its strengths in dry braking and comparatively lower interior noise.


Furthermore, in the Teknikens test, both tyres positioned in the top half of the table with the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 coming 2nd out of 10 and the Pirelli Cinturato P7 landing at the 5th place with admirable performance in wet handling.


Pirelli, the manufacturer of Pirelli Cinturato P7, is renowned for its high-quality tyres across the globe, offering good performance, albeit at a comparatively higher price. This tyre's top areas of strength are its dry handling and braking, along with low interior noise. However, its lifespan and overall economy were observed to be average.


Meanwhile, Goodyear, the producer of the Efficient Grip Performance 2, is recognized for its highly durable and reliable tyres known to deliver strong performance across various conditions.


In summary, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 generally performs better in tests overall. While the Pirelli Cinturato P7 does have strengths particularly in dry conditions, it tends not to score as highly in the areas of lifespan and economy.


In choosing between these two, it would be wise to consider your specific driving needs and conditions, as both tyres have unique strengths.

Test Profile

Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Pirelli
Cinturato P7
Continental
UltraContact NXT
Number of tests
18
11
2
Best position
#1
#4
#1
Average position
6.1
7.1
1.0
Latest test
2024
2024
2025
Available sizes
47
220
23

Wet

Wet
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
74%
Continental UltraContact NXT
56%
Wet braking
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
79%
Continental UltraContact NXT
51%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
78%
Continental UltraContact NXT
65%
Wet handling
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
73%
Continental UltraContact NXT
45%
Aquaplaning - cross
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
67%
Continental UltraContact NXT
68%
Wet circle cornering
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
72%
Continental UltraContact NXT
1%
Wet side guide
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
67%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
78%
Continental UltraContact NXT
75%

Dry

Dry
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
85%
Continental UltraContact NXT
75%
Dry braking
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
84%
Continental UltraContact NXT
63%
Dry handling
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
80%
Continental UltraContact NXT
51%
Dry lane changing
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
87%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
89%
Continental UltraContact NXT
100%

Comfort

Comfort
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
79%
Continental UltraContact NXT
44%
Exterior noise
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
71%
Continental UltraContact NXT
42%
Comfort
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
60%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
78%
Continental UltraContact NXT
45%
Interior noise
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
86%

Costs

Costs
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
72%
Continental UltraContact NXT
88%
Rolling resistance
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
74%
Continental UltraContact NXT
88%
Mileage
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
65%
Fuel efficiency
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
75%

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