Segment
1. Pirelli Cinturato P7 Premium2. Dunlop Sport BluResponse Premium3. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Upper-middle
Comparison: Pirelli Cinturato P7 vs. Dunlop Sport BluResponse vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71
In this tyre comparison, we take a closer look at the Pirelli Cinturato P7 and Dunlop Sport BluResponse. The P7, rated at 75%, is produced by Italian and Romanian tyre manufacturers, Pirelli. The BluResponse, however, is a product from the renowned company Dunlop and has a rating of 67%.
Pirelli Cinturato P7
The Pirelli Cinturato P7 has been placed 9th in the tests. It excels with its short braking distances and dynamic steering and handling behaviour. Nonetheless, it showed satisfactory results when dealing with mileage and economy, and it's on a higher price level. Despite its shortcomings, the Pirelli Cinturato P7 is recognized for its dynamic capabilities and handling properties.
Dunlop Sport BluResponse
The Dunlop Sport BluResponse, on the other hand, achieved the 2nd position in the ACE test and a lower position at 20th in the Autobild test, totalling 55 tyres. Its most lauded characteristics are its rolling resistance and wet handling. The BluResponse shows good results in aquaplaning situations, short dry braking distances, and a fuel-saving rolling resistance. However, it can only offer average grip on wet surfaces, which might deter some drivers.
Verdict
A direct comparison shows that both tyres display individual strengths and weaknesses. The Pirelli Cinturato P7 scores with its dynamic handling and short braking distances. The Dunlop Sport BluResponse shines with its low rolling resistance and good wet handling. From the test, Pirelli Cinturato P7 appeared to have an overall edge in the tests. Nevertheless, the clear preference will rely on what the individual driver values most in a tyre.
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Best rating in test
1. Dunlop Sport BluResponse Exemplary2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Highly recommended3. Pirelli Cinturato P7 Highly recommended
Worst rating in test
2. Pirelli Cinturato P7 Conditionally recommended3. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Conditionally recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet braking
Wet handling
Aquaplaning - cross
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Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry handling
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Outside noise accoring to EU label
Costs
(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 3 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.
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Mutual tests
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| Pirelli Cinturato P7 Rating: Satisfactory | |||||||
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse Rating: Good | |||||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 35,4 | 25,8 | |||||
| Pirelli Cinturato P7 | 36,3 | 28,4 | |||||
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 36,9 | 30,0 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | Running costs | |
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| Best values in test | 153 | 66 | 51 | 19 | 10 | 17 | |
| Pirelli Cinturato P7 Rating: Conditionally recommended | 130 | 52 | 40 | 16 | 7 | 15 | |
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse Rating: Highly recommended | 152 | 63 | 49 | 18 | 7 | 15 | |
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