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Comparison: Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Pirelli Cinturato P7 vs. Michelin Primacy 4+ vs. Firestone Roadhawk 2

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
Michelin
Primacy 4+
Firestone
Roadhawk 2
Number of tests
18
11
13
6
Best position
#1
#4
#1
#3
Average position
6.1
7.1
4.3
4.7
Latest test
2024
2024
2025
2026
Available sizes
47
220
123
146

Wet

Wet
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
74%
Michelin Primacy 4+
75%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
86%
Wet handling
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
73%
Michelin Primacy 4+
78%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
Aquaplaning - cross
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
67%
Michelin Primacy 4+
72%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
Wet braking
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
79%
Michelin Primacy 4+
79%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
78%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
78%
Michelin Primacy 4+
79%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
95%
Wet circle cornering
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
72%
Michelin Primacy 4+
78%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
84%

Dry

Dry
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
85%
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
79%
Dry braking
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
84%
Michelin Primacy 4+
87%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
81%
Dry handling
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
80%
Michelin Primacy 4+
83%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%
Dry lane changing
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
87%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
89%
Michelin Primacy 4+
74%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
93%

Comfort

Comfort
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
79%
Michelin Primacy 4+
86%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%
Exterior noise
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
71%
Michelin Primacy 4+
77%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
66%
Comfort
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
60%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
78%
Michelin Primacy 4+
83%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
71%
Interior noise
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
86%
Michelin Primacy 4+
85%

Costs

Costs
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
72%
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
68%
Rolling resistance
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
74%
Michelin Primacy 4+
82%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
85%
Mileage
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
65%
Michelin Primacy 4+
91%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
38%
Fuel efficiency
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Pirelli Cinturato P7
75%

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