Comparison: Pirelli Cinturato (C3) vs. Vredestein Ultrac+ (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Netherlands (Vredestein). Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Vredestein (62%). In this particular case, the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) has a better rating of 97% compared to 66% of the Vredestein Ultrac+. The first tyre test of Pirelli Cinturato (C3) was done in 2025, compared to 2026 when was the Vredestein Ultrac+ first tested. Important for this comparison is also the AvD 2026 215/55 R17 test, where both the Cinturato (C3) and the Ultrac+ were tested. See more mutual tests below.