Comparison: Pirelli P7 Cinturato vs. Hankook ION Evo

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Hankook). 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 59% of the Pirelli P7 Cinturato. The first tyre test of Pirelli P7 Cinturato was done in 2023, compared to 2025 when was the Hankook ION Evo first tested. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the P7 Cinturato is made in Romania/Italy and ION Evo is made in Hungary.