Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
- TR Score
- 8.6/10
- Owners say
- 73% · 200
- TR Score
- 8.9/10
- Owners say
- 83% · 39
In the 11 independent tests that ran both tires, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 finished ahead 8 times and the Cinturato P7 C2 3 times. The Turanza T005 had 21.6% lower rolling resistance; the Cinturato P7 C2 stopped 1.6% shorter in the wet.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Bridgestone Turanza T005 for maximum efficiency, lower running costs, and confident all-weather touring (great for high-mileage drivers and hybrids/EVs). Choose Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 if you prioritize shorter braking distances, crisper steering feel, and lower noise in everyday driving.
Where the Turanza T005 is stronger
- Class-leading rolling resistance (often 18-26% lower) for fuel/EV range gains
- Consistently strong wet safety and aquaplaning resistance
- Better-than-average wear and abrasion results
Where the Cinturato P7 C2 is stronger
- Frequent wins in dry and wet braking
- Engaging, precise handling with strong subjective scores
- Lower external noise and good comfort
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.
Turanza T005 vs Cinturato P7 C2 at a glance
| Category | Turanza T005 | Gap | Cinturato P7 C2 |
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| Shared tests won11 shared tests | 8 | 3 | |
| Dry13 measurements | 4 | The Cinturato P7 C2 stopped 1.3% shorter in the dry (7 tests) | 9 |
| Wet25 measurements | 10 | The Cinturato P7 C2 stopped 1.6% shorter in the wet (8 tests) | 14 |
| Comfort10 measurements | 4 | Level between the two. | 4 |
| Value10 measurements | 10 | The Turanza T005 had 21.6% lower rolling resistance (5 tests) | 0 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 8.6/10 | The Cinturato P7 C2 by 0.3 | 8.9/10 |
| Owner rating200 and 39 reviews | 73% | The Cinturato P7 C2 by 10 points | 83% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 57% | The Cinturato P7 C2 by 25 points | 82% |
| Pricein the 5 tests that listed prices | +1.3% | The Turanza T005 was dearer in 3 of 5 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 138 | 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 11 tests, 2020 to 2023
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 | Turanza T005 | Field | Cinturato P7 C2 |
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| 2023 Motor Summer Tire Test | P3 of 8 | P4 of 8 | |
| 2023 ADAC Summer Tire Test | P4 of 50 | P17 of 50 | |
| Tire Reviews Best Summer Touring Tires | P3 of 13 | P2 of 13 | |
| 2021 Auto Express Summer Tire Test | P4 of 10 | P8 of 10 | |
| 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tire Test | P5 of 20 | P7 of 20 | |
| 2021 ADAC Summer Tire Test - 225/50 R17 | P4 of 17 | P9 of 17 | |
| 2021 ADAC Summer Tire Test - 205/55 R16 | P3 of 15 | P12 of 15 | |
| 2021 53 Summer Tire Braking Test | P7 of 53 | P2 of 53 | |
| 2020 Auto Express Summer Tire Test | P5 of 10 | P10 of 10 | |
| 2020 Tire Reviews Ultimate Summer Tire Test | P6 of 12 | P10 of 12 | |
| 2020 New 17 Inch Summer Tire Test | P3 of 10 | P2 of 10 |
Performance profile
13 measurements from the 11 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Turanza T005
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 90%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 6 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Turanza T005
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
Turanza T005
Not ahead in any category
Cinturato P7 C2
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the Turanza T005 73% from 200 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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| 70.01 | 0.3% | 70.29 | 2-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 59.5 | 0.3% | 59.3 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 130 | 1.6% | 128 | 2-6 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 85.72 | 0.3% | 85.92 | 3-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 48.4 | 0.6% | 48.7 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| scored | 13.7% | scored | 0-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 11.6 | 0.7% | 11.68 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 48.8 | 0.5% | 49.1 | 3-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 11.2 | 0.7% | 11.3 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| scored | 4.9% | scored | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 68.42 | 0.7 dB | 67.72 | 1-4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 18.1 | 7.4% | 19.6 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 21,719 | 10.2% | 19,956 | 3-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 5.71 | 21.6% | 7.35 | 5-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 5.6 | 1.8% | 5.7 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 73.3 | 10.7% | 82.1 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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 Turanza T005 scores 8.6 and the Cinturato P7 C2 8.9 out of 10.
| Turanza T005 | Category | Cinturato P7 C2 | ||
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| 76 | Dry | 85 | ||
| 80 | Wet | 81 | ||
| 27 | Comfort | 71 | ||
| 88 | 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
| Turanza T005 | Category | Cinturato P7 C2 | ||
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| 8.1 | Dry Grip | 8.9 | ||
| 7.7 | Wet Grip | 7.8 | ||
| 7.3 | Road Feedback | 8.3 | ||
| 7.3 | Handling | 8.3 | ||
| 6.8 | Wear | 8.1 | ||
| 7.2 | Comfort | 8.6 | ||
Owners rate the Turanza T005 73% from 200 reviews and the Cinturato P7 C2 83% from 39. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Bridgestone Turanza T005
- 73%from 200 reviews
- 57%would buy again
- 2,906,122 milesdriven by reviewers
Owner feedback on the Bridgestone Turanza T005 is mixed (average 68.6%), but most agree it delivers dependable everyday grip, particularly on dry roads and often in the wet too. Comfort and fuel efficiency are also frequent highlights, with many describing an easy, relaxed touring feel. The main drawbacks are refinement and longevity: around a third of owners complain about road noise, while tread life is debated and slightly leans negative overall, with many reporting quicker-than-expected wear. A smaller but notable group (around one in five) also dislike the steering feel, often describing it as light or lacking feedback, and a few report weak performance in cold weather.
- Strong dry grip and reassuring traction
- Confident wet grip for normal driving
- Comfortable, compliant ride
- Good dry handling and stability
- Noticeable road noise, especially at motorway speeds
- Tread life can be disappointing for the price
- Light or vague steering feel / limited feedback
Summarised by AI from 171 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 200 Turanza T005 reviewsEş zamanlı olarak hem turanza6 hem turanza5 kullanıyorum. Turanza6 kolay kolay kaymaz ve ABS açmazdı. Turanza5 daha 5000km olmasına rağmen ilk günden beri hem kuru, hem de ıslak zeminde orta/sert frende çok erken ABS açma meyilinde. Turanza6 ya göre belirgin daha sert ve konforsuz. Parasının hakkını veren bir lastik kesinlikle değil.
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: 138 sizes of the Turanza T005 and 2 of the Cinturato P7 C2, 2 of them made in both.
| Category | Turanza T005 | Cinturato P7 C2 |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 138 sizes, 14 to 22 inch | 2 sizes, 16 to 16 inch |
| Made in both | 2 sizes 205/55 R16215/55 R16 | |
| EU label wet grip | A64%B36%C0% | B100% |
| EU label rolling resistance | B58%A29%C9%D3% | C100% |
| EU label noise | 66-74 dB B88%A12% | 72 dB C100% |
| On the market since | 2016 | 2026 |
| Replaced | Bridgestone Turanza T001 Evo (2016) | Pirelli Cinturato P7 Blue (2012) |
| Replaced by | Bridgestone Turanza 6 | Pirelli Cinturato C3 |
| Price in the shared tests | The Turanza T005 was the dearer tire in 3 of the 5 tests that listed prices, by 1.3% 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 summer touring staples against each other: Bridgestone's Turanza T005 and Pirelli's updated Cinturato P7 C2. Both target safe, efficient everyday driving, but they reach that goal differently. Across 11 shared tests, the T005 consistently delivers standout efficiency and balanced safety, while the P7 C2 leans into sharper road feel and strong outright grip, especially in braking.
Recent test cycles reveal a pattern: Pirelli often edges measurable dry and wet braking, and feels more agile subjectively, whereas Bridgestone repeatedly tops rolling-resistance and wear metrics and places higher overall in large comparative tests. The choice here is less about capability-both are proven-than about priorities: efficiency and longevity versus tauter dynamics and lower noise.
Conclusion
Across the dataset, the Turanza T005 is the more rounded performer with a clear edge in efficiency (regularly 18-26% lower rolling resistance) and durability (multiple wear wins), translating to lower running costs and strong overall placements (e.g., 4/50 at ADAC 2023 vs. 17/50 for P7 C2). It's consistently safe in the wet, with strong aquaplaning resistance and dependable handling, even if it doesn't always top raw braking distances.
The Cinturato P7 C2 excels where feel and stopping power matter most. It frequently wins dry and wet braking and scores higher subjectively for handling and comfort/noise, with several tests calling it well balanced and engaging. However, its higher rolling resistance and mixed wear results undermine overall value in many comparisons. If you value sharper responses and shorter stops, pick the P7 C2; if you want the best blend of economy, longevity, and all-weather assurance, the T005 is the safer long-term bet.
Turanza T005 vs Cinturato P7 C2: your questions
Is the Bridgestone Turanza T005 or the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 the better tire?
In the 11 independent tests that ran both tires, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 finished ahead 8 times and the Cinturato P7 C2 3 times. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Turanza T005 scores 8.6 and the Cinturato P7 C2 8.9 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Turanza T005 or the Cinturato P7 C2?
The Cinturato P7 C2 led 14 of the 25 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 1.6% shorter in the wet across 8 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Cinturato P7 C2 led 9 of the 13 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 1.3% shorter in the dry across 7 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Turanza T005 lasted 10.2% longer in the wear tests (3 tests) and had 21.6% lower rolling resistance (5 tests). Owners rate wear 6.8/10 for the Turanza T005 and 8.1/10 for the Cinturato P7 C2.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The Cinturato P7 C2 was 0.7 dB quieter (6 tests). Owners rate comfort 7.2/10 for the Turanza T005 and 8.6/10 for the Cinturato P7 C2.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Turanza T005 73% from 200 reviews and the Cinturato P7 C2 83% from 39. 57% of Turanza T005 owners would buy it again, against 82% for the Cinturato P7 C2.
Which is more expensive?
In the 5 tests that listed prices, the Turanza T005 was the dearer tire in 3 of them, by 1.3% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Turanza T005 is made in 138 sizes (14 to 22 inch) and the Cinturato P7 C2 in 2 (16 to 16 inch). 2 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Turanza T005 is graded A for wet grip and B for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Cinturato P7 C2 B and C.
Which is the newer tire?
The Cinturato P7 C2 is the newer design: it reached the market in 2026, the Turanza T005 in 2016. The Turanza T005 replaced the Bridgestone Turanza T001 Evo. The Cinturato P7 C2 replaced the Pirelli Cinturato P7 Blue.
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