Comparison: Semperit Speed-Life 2 vs. Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue vs. Maxxis Premitra HP5

Semperit Speed-Life 2 and the Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue are both established summer tyres that appear regularly in independent tyre tests. Below we summarise their relative performance across major tests and give a clear verdict on strengths, weaknesses and which tyre comes out ahead overall.

Test data highlights: in the ADAC test the Semperit Speed-Life 2 finished 6th out of 16 while the Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue was 9th. In the larger Autobild comparison the positions flipped: Semperit placed 3rd out of 50 and Pirelli took the top spot at 1st out of 50. These placements show both tyres perform well in competitive fields, with each tyre outperforming the other depending on the test protocol and priorities.

What the test positions mean: finishing in the top third in ADAC and near the top in Autobild signals consistent, high-level performance. The Pirelli’s victory in Autobild suggests exceptional overall balance under that magazine’s test criteria, while Semperit’s stronger ADAC placement indicates it can outperform Pirelli in certain real-world or safety-focused test conditions.

Semperit Speed-Life 2 — strengths & weaknesses

• Strengths: Strong showings in major tests (notably Autobild, 3rd/50) point to a well-balanced summer tyre that competes with premium models on value and performance.


• Weaknesses: Slightly lower ADAC position (6/16) vs some rivals suggests it can be edged out in specific test areas. Also note: the Speed-Life 2 has been superseded — it was replaced by the Semperit Speed-Life 3, so buyers should consider the newer generation for the latest improvements.

Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue — strengths & weaknesses

• Strengths: A 1st place in Autobild (1/50) demonstrates top-tier performance under that test suite and confirms the tyre’s competitive edge among summer tyres.


• Weaknesses: The lower ADAC placement (9/16) shows it can be outperformed in some test conditions or by tyres with different tuning priorities. Depending on the driver’s needs, other tyres may offer a better compromise in those specific metrics.

Head-to-head verdict: Both tyres are strong performers. If you prioritise a tyre that won a comprehensive magazine test, the Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue has the edge thanks to its Autobild victory. If you value a tyre that shows very competitive results across different test protocols and want the latest generation, consider the Semperit line but opt for the successor Speed-Life 3 where available. Overall, the two tyres are close — the Pirelli nudges ahead on headline rankings, while Semperit demonstrates strong consistency.

For brand pages and more model comparisons, see the manufacturers: Semperit and Pirelli. Use test placements and your driving priorities (comfort, wet/dry balance, price) to choose which tyre better matches your needs.