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 FlexClimate 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 FlexClimate first tested. We also know where
P7 Cinturato is made - Romania/Italy.
