Comparison: Matador MP47 Hectorra 3 vs. Pirelli Cinturato (C3)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Slovakia (Matador) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli). Matador is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (79%) than Matador (9%). The first tyre test of Matador MP47 Hectorra 3 was done in 2019, compared to 2025 when was the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 54% of Matador MP47 Hectorra 3 has C wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Pirelli Cinturato (C3) has A rating.