Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 vs Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
- TR Score
- 9.0/10
- Owners say
- 85% · 129
- TR Score
- 8.9/10
- Owners say
- 83% · 39
The Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 and the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 have met in 13 independent tests and the record is level at 6-6. The EfficientGrip Performance 2 lasted 78.8% longer in the wear tests; the Cinturato P7 C2 stopped 2% shorter in the dry.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 if you want the shortest stops and the most direct steering-ideal for spirited drivers or urban stop-start use. Choose Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 if you value low running costs, long life and balanced all-weather composure-best for high-mileage commuters and motorway touring.
Where the EfficientGrip Performance 2 is stronger
- Outstanding wear and value (e.g., +66% to +110% mileage vs Pirelli in ADAC/AutoBild)
- Very low rolling resistance for strong fuel economy
- Balanced, confidence-inspiring wet and dry handling
Where the Cinturato P7 C2 is stronger
- Consistently short dry braking and frequent wet braking wins
- Direct steering with strong subjective handling feel
- Good aquaplaning security, especially straight-line
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
EfficientGrip Performance 2 vs Cinturato P7 C2 at a glance
| Category | EfficientGrip Performance 2 | Gap | Cinturato P7 C2 |
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| Shared tests won13 shared tests | 6 | 1 level | 6 |
| Dry20 measurements | 6 | The Cinturato P7 C2 stopped 2% shorter in the dry (11 tests) | 14 |
| Wet38 measurements | 14 | The Cinturato P7 C2 stopped 1.5% shorter in the wet (11 tests) | 24 |
| Comfort14 measurements | 8 | 5 | |
| Value14 measurements | 12 | The EfficientGrip Performance 2 lasted 78.8% longer in the wear tests (4 tests) | 1 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.0/10 | The EfficientGrip Performance 2 by 0.1 | 8.9/10 |
| Owner rating129 and 39 reviews | 85% | The EfficientGrip Performance 2 by 2 points | 83% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 81% | Too close to call | 82% |
| Pricein the 7 tests that listed prices | +3.1% | The EfficientGrip Performance 2 was dearer in 5 of 7 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 37 | 2 sizes made in both | 2 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tires; a tick marks the tire ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 13 tests, 2020 to 2024
Each row is one published test in which both tires ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | EfficientGrip Performance 2 | Field | Cinturato P7 C2 |
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| 2024 Motorhome Summer Tire Test | P5 of 10 | P5 of 10 | |
| 2024 AutoBild Summer Tire Test | P4 of 20 | P16 of 20 | |
| 2024 Summer Tire Market Overview | P13 of 55 | P9 of 55 | |
| 2023 Motor Summer Tire Test | P5 of 8 | P4 of 8 | |
| 2023 ADAC Summer Tire Test | P1 of 50 | P17 of 50 | |
| Tire Reviews Best Summer Touring Tires | P4 of 13 | P2 of 13 | |
| 2021 ViBilagare Summer Tire Test | P2 of 8 | P6 of 8 | |
| 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tire Test | P9 of 20 | P7 of 20 | |
| 2021 ADAC Summer Tire Test - 205/55 R16 | P4 of 15 | P12 of 15 | |
| 2021 53 Summer Tire Braking Test | P13 of 53 | P2 of 53 | |
| 2020 Auto Express Summer Tire Test | P1 of 10 | P10 of 10 | |
| 2020 Tire Reviews Ultimate Summer Tire Test | P2 of 12 | P10 of 12 | |
| 2020 New 17 Inch Summer Tire Test | P6 of 10 | P2 of 10 |
Performance profile
17 measurements from the 13 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
EfficientGrip Performance 2
Cinturato P7 C2
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 118 ft stop against 112 ft is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 92%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 4 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
EfficientGrip Performance 2
Cinturato P7 C2
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
EfficientGrip Performance 2
Cinturato P7 C2
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the EfficientGrip Performance 2 85% from 129 reviews and the Cinturato P7 C2 83% from 39. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tires posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tires shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the EfficientGrip Performance 2 scores 9 and the Cinturato P7 C2 8.9 out of 10.
| EfficientGrip Performance 2 | Category | Cinturato P7 C2 | ||
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| 75 | Dry | 85 | ||
| 75 | Wet | 81 | ||
| 86 | Comfort | 71 | ||
| 92 | Value | 44 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| EfficientGrip Performance 2 | Category | Cinturato P7 C2 | ||
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| 9 | Dry Grip | 8.9 | ||
| 8.6 | Wet Grip | 7.8 | ||
| 8 | Road Feedback | 8.3 | ||
| 8.4 | Handling | 8.3 | ||
| 9.1 | Wear | 8.1 | ||
| 8.5 | Comfort | 8.6 | ||
Owners rate the EfficientGrip Performance 2 85% from 129 reviews and the Cinturato P7 C2 83% from 39. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
- 85%from 129 reviews
- 81%would buy again
- 1,831,837 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners largely describe the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 as a quiet, very comfortable touring tire with standout longevity, reflected in the strong average score (81.1%) and the high share of positive reviews (90 of 113). Around four in ten owners specifically praise its tread life, and many also report confident dry and wet grip for everyday road use. The main reservation is that a noticeable minority (around one in five) find the steering feel a bit vague, and a smaller group mention a soft sidewall or occasional stability/feedback issues at speed.
- Low road noise for a touring tire
- Comfortable, supple ride over bumps and poor surfaces
- Excellent tread life and slow wear rate
- Strong dry grip with a safe, dependable feel
- Vague or less direct steering feel
- Soft sidewalls can feel imprecise or allow more movement in corners
- Wet braking can be underwhelming for some drivers
Summarised by AI from 113 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 129 EfficientGrip Performance 2 reviewsThe Goodyear Efficientgrip Performance 2’s were excellent. I like them so much that I’m onto my third pair across two cars. They improved my fuel efficiency significantly, were stubborn to wear away, all while providing reassuring grip whatever the weather. I’d driven over 40k miles on this set and have only just replaced them due to shoulder wear from needing an alignment. No doubt they’d have lasted over 50k miles otherwise! They’re not a budget tire but you soon recoup the added purchase cost through not having to replace as frequently and saving on fuel.
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
- 83%from 39 reviews
- 82%would buy again
- 318,600 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners rate the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 highly overall (83% average), most often praising its very comfortable, refined ride and low road noise. Dry performance is a clear strength, with many reporting strong dry grip and reassuring handling, plus good efficiency from low rolling resistance. Opinion is more mixed in the wet, with around one in five owners describing wet grip as mediocre or confidence-sapping, and a similar number noting steering feel can be a bit numb or lacking feedback.
- Very comfortable, supple ride
- Low road noise and a quieter cabin
- Excellent dry grip
- Secure dry handling
- Wet grip can feel mediocre or less confidence-inspiring
- Steering feel can be numb with limited feedback
- Cold-weather grip can drop off
Summarised by AI from 32 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 39 Cinturato P7 C2 reviewsAfter the first negative impressions, i've got used to the difference in feeling and feedback they give in weather changes. Even when they feel soft, or rock hard (same pressure, different ambient temperature) they handle well and give adequate road feedback. You need to be aware when a cold, rainy day comes after a warm, sunny one, they will be terrible in the first wet drive. After that, they will be dependable and informative as usual.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 37 sizes of the EfficientGrip Performance 2 and 2 of the Cinturato P7 C2, 2 of them made in both.
| Category | EfficientGrip Performance 2 | Cinturato P7 C2 |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 37 sizes, 15 to 21 inch | 2 sizes, 16 to 16 inch |
| Made in both | 2 sizes 205/55 R16215/55 R16 | |
| EU label wet grip | A88%B12% | B100% |
| EU label rolling resistance | A53%B34%C13% | C100% |
| EU label noise | 67-71 dB B52%A48% | 72 dB C100% |
| On the market since | - | 2026 |
| Replaced | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance (2021) | Pirelli Cinturato P7 Blue (2012) |
| Replaced by | - | Pirelli Cinturato C3 |
| Awards | Highly Recommended: Best Tires for Large Family Cars (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Commended: Best Tires for Family Cars (DriverReviews, 2024/25) Winner: Summer Tire of the Year (WhatTire, 2022) | - |
| Price in the shared tests | The EfficientGrip Performance 2 was the dearer tire in 5 of the 7 tests that listed prices, by 3.1% on average. Each test priced the tires in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This head-to-head pits two premium-touring summer staples against each other: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 and Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2. Across 13 shared tests, both tires show clear but contrasting strengths-Pirelli often edges short-stop braking and aquaplaning security, while Goodyear dominates longevity, efficiency and overall value.
Expect the P7 C2 to appeal if crisp steering, short braking (particularly dry and initial wet bite) and low noise are priorities. The EGP2 counters with exceptional tread life, consistently low rolling resistance, balanced handling and class-leading value, frequently translating to lower running costs over time.
Conclusion
Patterns across multiple tests are consistent: Pirelli typically stops shorter in dry and often in wet, and offers intuitive steering feel with reassuring aquaplaning reserves. Goodyear trades a fraction of outright braking for broader balance, excellent wet handling pace, very low rolling resistance and outstanding wear-often 50-100% higher mileage than Pirelli in comparative results.
If you prioritize the sharpest braking and direct feedback, the Cinturato P7 C2 is compelling. If you drive high annual mileage, value quiet comfort, low fuel use and the strongest cost-per-kilometer, the EfficientGrip Performance 2 is the smarter buy. The practical takeaway: Pirelli for precision and short stops; Goodyear for total ownership value and all-round consistency.
EfficientGrip Performance 2 vs Cinturato P7 C2: your questions
Is the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 or the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 the better tire?
The Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 and the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 have met in 13 independent tests and the record is level at 6-6. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the EfficientGrip Performance 2 scores 9 and the Cinturato P7 C2 8.9 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the EfficientGrip Performance 2 or the Cinturato P7 C2?
The Cinturato P7 C2 led 24 of the 38 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 1.5% shorter in the wet across 11 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Cinturato P7 C2 led 14 of the 20 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 2% shorter in the dry across 11 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The EfficientGrip Performance 2 lasted 78.8% longer in the wear tests (4 tests), had 10.6% lower rolling resistance (7 tests) and used 1.7% less fuel (2 tests). Owners rate wear 9.1/10 for the EfficientGrip Performance 2 and 8.1/10 for the Cinturato P7 C2.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 8.5/10 for the EfficientGrip Performance 2 and 8.6/10 for the Cinturato P7 C2.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the EfficientGrip Performance 2 85% from 129 reviews and the Cinturato P7 C2 83% from 39. 81% of EfficientGrip Performance 2 owners would buy it again, against 82% for the Cinturato P7 C2.
Which is more expensive?
In the 7 tests that listed prices, the EfficientGrip Performance 2 was the dearer tire in 5 of them, by 3.1% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The EfficientGrip Performance 2 is made in 37 sizes (15 to 21 inch) and the Cinturato P7 C2 in 2 (16 to 16 inch). 2 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the EfficientGrip Performance 2 is graded A for wet grip and A for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Cinturato P7 C2 B and C.
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Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tires ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
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