Comparison: Hankook ION Evo vs. Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Hankook) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli). Generally, Hankook summer tyres are slightly better rated (80%) than Pirelli (79%). In this particular case, the Hankook ION Evo has a better rating of 90% compared to 89% of the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2. The first tyre test of Hankook ION Evo was done in 2025, compared to 2021 when was the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 98% of Hankook ION Evo has A wet grip rating, whereas 78% of Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 has B rating. We also know where ION Evo is made - Hungary.