Comparison: Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Pirelli Cinturato P7 vs. Firestone Roadhawk

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.