Comparison: Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 vs. Michelin Primacy 5 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Michelin (83%). In this particular case, the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 has a better rating of 88% compared to 86% of the Michelin Primacy 5. The first tyre test of Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 was done in 2021, compared to 2025 when was the Michelin Primacy 5 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Aftonbladet 2025 225/45 R17 test, where both the Cinturato P7 C2 and the Primacy 5 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 80% of Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 has B wet grip rating, whereas 98% of Michelin Primacy 5 has A rating.