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Pirelli P Zero

Max Performance Summer

Replaced by the Pirelli P Zero PZ4

The Pirelli P Zero is a premium max-performance summer tire that focuses on sharp handling, strong braking and an engaging, sporty feel. In both independent testing and real-world feedback it stands out most in warm, dry conditions, delivering confident high-speed stability and precise steering response. The main compromises are operating costs and refinement, with many drivers noting rapid or uneven wear and higher noise levels. Wet and cold behavior can be a sticking point for some owners, even though tests often rate its wet handling and braking strongly overall.

The quick answer

Owners say 67% from 185 owner reviews 42% would buy again Read the reviews
Tests say 4th average finish across 36 independent tests · 5 wins Latest: P25 of 50 · 2020 See every test
Strengths & weaknesses Wet, Dry Value Relative to its rivals across every test we hold

Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tire - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated September 2026.

  • 185owner reviews
  • 2,510,319miles driven
  • 36professional tests
Pirelli P Zero 2 photos

Tire Reviews Score

Pirelli P Zero

8.8/10

Better than 82% of summer tires

  • High Confidence
  • 3 tests
  • 185 owner reviews
Scores of the 406 summer tires we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests3 tests · 1 publication · 2019-2020 88% 89%
Owner reviews185 owner reviews · rated 67% 31% 11%
Combined 82% 8.8

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Category by category

How it compares with other summer tires in each area, and how much each area counts. 50 is the middle of the group.

Category Better than Weight Tests
WetBraking, handling and aquaplaning in the wet 96% 44% 3
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 88% 40% 3
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 10% 9% 1
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 19% 7% 1

Weights are shares of the test result. Owner reviews are blended in afterwards. Faded bars rest on one or two tests.

By discipline

The same results grouped by what the tire was doing. They are not counted a second time.

HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface 97% 1
BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 86% 3

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 93% of the test figure. The other 7% is the average for its group, and it shrinks as more tests arrive.

High needs at least 3 tests, with its own results deciding 90% or more. Medium needs 2 tests and 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as tests arrive.

The tests behind it

Only measured results count. A test that published its placings alone is listed, but not scored.

  1. 2020 2020 Tire Market Overview Braking Test Auto Bild · 245/45 R18 P25 / 50
  2. 2019 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tire Test Auto Bild · 225/45 R17 P8 / 20
  3. 2019 2019 Summer 53 Tire Braking Shootout Auto Bild · 225/45 R17 P4 / 53
  4. 2018 2018 Auto Express Summer Tire Test Auto Express · 225/45 R17 P5 / 10 Placing only
  5. 2018 2018 Ace 235/45 R18 Summer Tire Test ACE · 235/45 R18 P7 / 11 Placing only
  6. 2016 2016 EVO Summer Performance Tire Test EVO · 235/35 R19 P7 / 9 Placing only
Show all 35 tests
  1. 2016 2016 Auto Express Summer Tire Test Auto Express · 225/40 R18 P2 / 9 Placing only
  2. 2016 2016 Test World Performance Tire Test Test World · 225/40 R18 P6 / 13 Placing only
  3. 2016 2016 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tire Test Sport Auto · 235/40 R18 P4 / 8 Placing only
  4. 2016 2016 GTU Performance Summer Tire Test 225/45 R17 P4 / 14 Placing only
  5. 2016 2016 ADAC Tire Test - 225/45 R17 ADAC · 225/45 R17 P3 / 16 Placing only
  6. 2015 2015 EVO Magazine Performance Tire Test EVO · 225/40 R18 P3 / 10 Placing only
  7. 2015 2015 Auto Express Tire Test Auto Express · 225/45 R17 P5 / 11 Placing only
  8. 2015 2015 Auto Review Summer Tire Test 225/45 R17 P2 / 9 Placing only
  9. 2015 2015 Sport Auto 235/35 R19 UHP Tire Test Auto Express · 235/35 R19 P1 / 7 Placing only
  10. 2015 2015 AZ 225/40 R18 Summer Tire Test Auto Zeitung · 225/40 R18 P2 / 14 Placing only
  11. 2014 2014 EVO Max Performance Summer Tire Test EVO · 225/45 R17 P2 / 10 Placing only
  12. 2014 2014 ACE Summer Tire Test ACE · 225/45 R17 P3 / 11 Placing only
  13. 2013 2013 Auto Express Summer Tire Test Auto Express · 225/45 R17 P9 / 10 Placing only
  14. 2013 2013 Sport Auto Max Performance Summer Tire Test Sport Auto · 225/40 R18 P7 / 10 Placing only
  15. 2012 2012 EVO Summer Tire Test EVO · 225/45 R17 P1 / 10 Placing only
  16. 2012 2012 Sport Auto Summer Tire Test Sport Auto · 235/35 R19 P1 / 9 Placing only
  17. 2012 2012 EVO Max Performance Tire Test EVO · 235/40 R18 P5 / 10 Placing only
  18. 2011 2011 Auto Express Ultra High Performance Tire Test Auto Express · 225/45 R17 P3 / 10 Placing only
  19. 2011 2011 AMS Ultra High Performance Tire Test Auto Motor Und Sport · 225/45 R17 P8 / 11 Placing only
  20. 2011 2011 Tirerack Max Performance Summer Tire Test Tire Rack · 225/45 R17 P4 / 4 Placing only
  21. 2011 2011 Sport Auto Max Performance Summer Tire Test Sport Auto · 245/40 R18 P2 / 7 Placing only
  22. 2011 2011 Autoreview Max Performance Summer Tire Test Auto Review · 235/35 R19 P2 / 9 Placing only
  23. 2011 2011 Autobild Max Performance Summer Tire Test Auto Bild · 225/40 R18 P2 / 10 Placing only
  24. 2011 2011 Auto Zeitung Max Performance Tire Test Auto Zeitung · 225/45 R17 P1 / 14 Placing only
  25. 2010 2010 EVO FWD Tire Test EVO · 235/35 R19 P3 / 9 Placing only
  26. 2010 2010 Auto Express Ultra High Performance Tire Test Auto Express · 225/45 r18 P6 / 11 Placing only
  27. 2010 2010 Sport Auto Ultra High Performance Tire Test Sport Auto · 235/35 R19 P4 / 11 Placing only
  28. 2010 2010 Auto Bild Ultra High Performance Tire Test Auto Bild · 255/30 R19 P2 / 6 Placing only
  29. 2010 2010 Auto Zeitung Ultra High Performance Summer Tire Test Auto Zeitung · 235/40 R18 P1 / 9 Placing only
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Tested 36 times by independent publications, the Pirelli P Zero has taken 5 test wins with an average finish of 4th.

36 Tests
5 Test Wins
4th Average
1st Best
25th Worst
Finishing position in each test1stLast20102020

Finishing position in each test

YearTestResultAward
20202020 Tire Market Overview Braking TestAuto Bild · 245/45 R18P25 / 50
20192019 Auto Bild Summer Tire TestAuto Bild · 225/45 R17P8 / 20
20192019 Summer 53 Tire Braking ShootoutAuto Bild · 225/45 R17P4 / 53
20182018 Auto Express Summer Tire TestAuto Express · 225/45 R17P5 / 10
20182018 Ace 235/45 R18 Summer Tire TestACE · 235/45 R18P7 / 11
20162016 EVO Summer Performance Tire TestEVO · 235/35 R19P7 / 9
20162016 Auto Express Summer Tire TestAuto Express · 225/40 R18P2 / 9
20162016 Test World Performance Tire TestTest World · 225/40 R18P6 / 13
20162016 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tire TestSport Auto · 235/40 R18P4 / 8
20162016 GTU Performance Summer Tire TestGTU · 225/45 R17P4 / 14
20162016 ADAC Tire Test - 225/45 R17ADAC · 225/45 R17P3 / 16
20152015 EVO Magazine Performance Tire TestEVO · 225/40 R18P3 / 10
20152015 Auto Express Tire TestAuto Express · 225/45 R17P5 / 11
20152015 Auto Review Summer Tire TestAuto Review · 225/45 R17P2 / 9
20152015 Top 5 Summer Performance Tires235/35 R19P4 / 5
20152015 Sport Auto 235/35 R19 UHP Tire TestAuto Express · 235/35 R19P1 / 7
20152015 AZ 225/40 R18 Summer Tire TestAuto Zeitung · 225/40 R18P2 / 14
20142014 EVO Max Performance Summer Tire TestEVO · 225/45 R17P2 / 10
20142014 ACE Summer Tire TestACE · 225/45 R17P3 / 11
20132013 Auto Express Summer Tire TestAuto Express · 225/45 R17P9 / 10
20132013 Sport Auto Max Performance Summer Tire TestSport Auto · 225/40 R18P7 / 10
20122012 EVO Summer Tire TestEVO · 225/45 R17P1 / 10
20122012 Sport Auto Summer Tire TestSport Auto · 235/35 R19P1 / 9
20122012 EVO Max Performance Tire TestEVO · 235/40 R18P5 / 10
20112011 Auto Express Ultra High Performance Tire TestAuto Express · 225/45 R17P3 / 10
20112011 AMS Ultra High Performance Tire TestAuto Motor Und Sport · 225/45 R17P8 / 11
20112011 Tirerack Max Performance Summer Tire TestTire Rack · 225/45 R17P4 / 4
20112011 Sport Auto Max Performance Summer Tire TestSport Auto · 245/40 R18P2 / 7
20112011 Autoreview Max Performance Summer Tire TestAuto Review · 235/35 R19P2 / 9
20112011 Autobild Max Performance Summer Tire TestAuto Bild · 225/40 R18P2 / 10
20112011 Auto Zeitung Max Performance Tire TestAuto Zeitung · 225/45 R17P1 / 14
20102010 EVO FWD Tire TestEVO · 235/35 R19P3 / 9
20102010 Auto Express Ultra High Performance Tire TestAuto Express · 225/45 r18P6 / 11
20102010 Sport Auto Ultra High Performance Tire TestSport Auto · 235/35 R19P4 / 11
20102010 Auto Bild Ultra High Performance Tire TestAuto Bild · 255/30 R19P2 / 6
20102010 Auto Zeitung Ultra High Performance Summer Tire TestAuto Zeitung · 235/40 R18P1 / 9

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Running Costs
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In 225/45 R17, the Pirelli P Zero is projected to cost €38.64 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about €966 over 25,000 miles - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tire Test.

Continental Premium Contact 6€19.43
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5€29.54
Michelin Pilot Sport 4€30.43
Pirelli P Zero€38.64
Tire purchase + fittingExtra fuel vs the most efficient tirecost per 1,000 miles
Assumes a typical car doing 29 mpg (rolling resistance causing 20% of fuel use), fuel at €6.25 per gallon and €70 fitting per set of four. Purchase prices are from the time of the 2019 test; financing costs are excluded.
Dimensions & Label Scores
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Size Range301 sizes available

205-355Width25-55Profile17-24Rim84-116 H-YLoad/Speed Index

EU LabelAcross 301 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

67-75dB

Popular sizes225/45 R17235/35 R19255/35 R19245/45 R18225/40 R18225/45 R18
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Pirelli P Zero in the wet?
Across the 3 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Pirelli P Zero stops 2.3% longer than premium rivals, 5.3% shorter than mid-range rivals and 9.9% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 96/100, and owners rate it 6.9/10 in the wet from 185 reviews.
How good is the Pirelli P Zero in the dry?
Across the 3 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Pirelli P Zero stops 1.2% longer than premium rivals, 2.3% shorter than mid-range rivals and 4% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 88/100, and owners rate it 8.4/10 in the dry from 185 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Pirelli P Zero?
Across the 1 test measuring rolling resistance, the Pirelli P Zero's rolling resistance is 14% higher than premium rivals, 7.5% higher than mid-range rivals and 8.2% higher than budget rivals.
How many miles does the Pirelli P Zero last?
Based on test and owner data, the Pirelli P Zero is expected to last around 20,161 miles (32,446 km).
What do owners say about the Pirelli P Zero?
Across 185 owner ratings the Pirelli P Zero averages 67%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 8.4 out of 10 and Wear lowest at 5.7. 67 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 46% of owners score it 70% or better.
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How much does the Pirelli P Zero cost to run?
In 225/45 R17, the Pirelli P Zero is projected to cost €38.64 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about €966 over 25,000 miles - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tire Test. The cheapest to run in that test is the Continental Premium Contact 6, at €19.43.
What is the Pirelli P Zero's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Pirelli P Zero most commonly carries EU label ratings of B for fuel efficiency, A for wet grip and 70 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Pirelli P Zero?
Owners rate the Pirelli P Zero 6.3 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 154 reviews.
How well do the Pirelli P Zero wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Pirelli P Zero 5.7 out of 10 for wear across 154 reviews. 67 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 8,000 miles.
Would owners buy the Pirelli P Zero again?
42% of owners say they would buy the Pirelli P Zero again, based on the 175 owner reviews that answered the question. 14% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What do owners say about the Pirelli P Zero's tread life?
Of the 150 owner reviews analyzed for the Pirelli P Zero, 85 mention tread life: 26 praise it (long-lasting) and 59 criticise it (wears quickly). One owner wrote: "your tires will last about 8,000 -10,000 miles". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Pirelli P Zero's dry grip?
Of the 150 owner reviews analyzed for the Pirelli P Zero, 58 mention dry grip: 50 praise it (strong dry grip) and 8 criticise it (limited dry grip). One owner wrote: "It has the best grip on dry and very confident on fast turns". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Pirelli P Zero's wet grip?
Of the 150 owner reviews analyzed for the Pirelli P Zero, 58 mention wet grip: 24 praise it (confident wet grip) and 34 criticise it (weak wet grip). One owner wrote: "The performance in the rain is definitely poor". Read those reviews
Has the Pirelli P Zero been replaced?
The Pirelli P Zero has been replaced by the Pirelli P Zero PZ4.
What sizes does the Pirelli P Zero come in?
The Pirelli P Zero is available in 1,243 sizes, ranging from 205-355/25-55 R17-24.
Owner Questions (2)
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Do we know if pirelli also updates the oe versions of pzero along the years? I need to buy new * tires for my M140i xdrive. Pirelli offers these tires since 2011. Show more Do we know if pirelli also updates the oe versions of pzero along the years? I need to buy new * tires for my M140i xdrive. Pirelli offers these tires since 2011. But i dont want to buy tires with such old technology. Any chance on getting some info on if they got updated along the years? BMW * Size 225/35R19 XL And BMW * Size 245/30R19 XL Show less
April 22, 2025
No, they generally don't. Once a tire is homologated it rarely touched, and can be produced for well over 10 years without significant update. This is why on older vehicles it can often be better to switch to non-oe aftermarket tires.
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Pirelli have just launched their new version of the PZero. When will they launch the new version of their Runflat PZero, with all the advantages, of the new… Show more Pirelli have just launched their new version of the PZero. When will they launch the new version of their Runflat PZero, with all the advantages, of the new standard tire, mentioned in the press release?
Thanks again, Ray. Show less
June 30, 2016
We are still currently waiting to hear back from Pirelli regarding the launch dates for the runflat version of the new PZ4 P Zero. Update: There already are a few run flat homologations currently in the range for BMW 7 Series, Mercedes E Class and MINI Clubman. More due soon but no dates as of yet.

Pirelli P Zero Owner Reviews

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What owners say summarised from 154 reviews

Across 154 reviews, the Pirelli P Zero earns mixed feedback: drivers most often praise its strong dry grip, sharp cornering ability, and confident high-speed performance when temperatures are warm. However, many report fast/uneven wear for the price, along with frequent complaints of weak or unpredictable wet/cold traction that can undermine confidence. Noise/harshness and occasional tramlining or vibration/balance issues also come up regularly, making the P Zero feel best suited to warm-weather performance use rather than year-round driving in wet, cold climates.

What owners mention most counted across 150 reviews

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Owner ratings averaged from 185 ratings

  • Owner score 67%
  • Dry Grip 84%
  • Road Feedback 74%
  • Handling 72%
  • Wet Grip 69%
  • Comfort 63%
  • Wear 57%

Featured reviews

Most helpful 79%

“I've driven on P-Zero's for the last 40 years from R5 Turbos, BMW 3Series & now Jaguar F-Pace. They have always performed in the dry handling & their wear characteristics are much better now, I used to get 6-8K miles...”

  • Jaguar F Pace 3.0D AWD S
  • 30,000 miles
Read full review → 970 found this helpful
Most critical 10%

“Bought new Pirelli P Zero tires. During balancing, it was already apparent that there was severe radial and lateral runout. The mechanic attempted to improve the result by "matching" the tires, but unfortunately, to no...”

  • Dodge Challenger
  • 100 miles
Read full review → 998 found this helpful
Longest term 50%

“Why are these rated so highly and why does mercedes insist on putting them on? Had on a mercedes SLK55. The back end had zero grip in the damp - wear was horrendous. I don't get why these tires are rated so highly”

  • Mercedes Benz Mercedes SLK 55 AMG
  • 600,000 miles
Read full review → 413 found this helpful

All 154 Pirelli P Zero reviews

Score spread across 147 written reviews
41%
Member
Initial Impressions

They are completely useless. At temperatures below 25 degrees Celsius, you already have a flat spot after just 1 day of standing, which only slowly goes away after 30 km at more than 160 km/h. Absolute cheap Chinese junk for an outrageous 400 euros each. Presumably, no developer has ever tested the tires in real conditions. Pirelli is out of the question for me again!

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 3
  • Road Feedback 5
  • Handling 5
  • Wear 5
  • Comfort 3
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 27
73%
Canuck11
Mid-Life

Perform well.
Good wear characteristics
Trade-offs are a harsh ride (not a problem)
"tramlining" exhibited on poor road surfaces which can be annoying. Note that suspension and alignment are on spec. This condition non-existant when using a higher aspect ratio winter tire.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 5
  • Buy again 5
Helpful 46
  1. Initial Impressions69% 13,000 miles
    OE equipped on 2021 Kia K5. Stiff ride desirable at higher speeds. Tend to tramline at low speeds over uneven surfaces. Alignment and suspension on spec. Just the nature of the beast, I guess.
    Higher aspect ratio Bridgestone Blizzak winter tires (compulsory during Winter season in Quebec, Canada) do not exhibit tramlining behavior.
69%
Member
Initial Impressions

If you drive aggressive your tires will last about 8,000 -10,000 miles.
It has the best grip on dry and very confident on fast turns. Stopping is assured. Take off is excellent. Wet not so stable. If you can afford $1500 every 8-10K miles you got safe and high performance tires.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 4
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 3
Helpful 25

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74%
joebussie
Initial Impressions
  • BMW
  • 285/30 R20
  • 12,400 miles

Tires abilities are slightly masked by the fact this M3 has 4WD, and nannies. Comfort is a little harsh, but amplified by the suspension. Impressed with tracking in the wet.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 6
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 7
Helpful 24
94%
Member
Initial Impressions
  • Jaguar
  • 225/45 R17
  • 15,000 miles

Bit noisier than the mismatches on the car when I bought it. 1 pirelli assimetrico and 3 Avons. Ride is much better. Much softer and doesn't follow the road groves like the assimetrico did.
Handbook said Pirelli. I always have Pirelli's so Pirellies it was.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 57
10%
Member
Initial Impressions
  • Audi
  • 265/45 R20
  • 3,000 miles
These tires are really fragile, I damaged 3 tires after only 3000 km. They are run flat for electric cars.
I can attribute the damage of one of these tires to a pothole but not for the other two.
81%
Member
Initial Impressions
I’ve used them on the i20N and 208 GTI. They take a while to warm up, but once they do, the handling is fantastic. The compound is quite hard. This makes them a bit uncomfortable, but the durability is superb. They tend to slip a lot when cold. The performance in the rain is definitely poor. I had no complaints about noise levels. A top-tier tire for use in dry and hot weather.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 5
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 6
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 95
89%
Member
Initial Impressions
I use my P-Zero as my summer tires on dedicated light weight rims. My winter tires are Continental ExtremeContact DWS-06+ for all season performance. My car is a light weight Audi S3 with AWD in the St. Louis area where winters are mild and relatively minimal snow. Both tires are fun to drive and provide for plenty of performance, though the Pirelli's are the better tire in most warm weather conditions and seem to be keeping up with Conti's in wear, noise, and comfort. Lastly, I can confirm the "Tire Review test results" matches what I've experienced in real world driving.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 125
73%
Muky
Initial Impressions
At the end of the it was noisy but iz maintained dry and wet grip good, a little bit uncomfortable also.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 6
  • Comfort 4
  • Buy again 5
Helpful 114
46%
Member
Initial Impressions
seats vibrate at high speeds 120KMH and above, would not recommend these tires for luxury SUV
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 1
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 4
  • Comfort 1
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 130
61%
STERO
Initial Impressions
I’ve driven about 13,000 miles over the past year on Pirelli P Zero 245/45/R18 tires.

Starting with the positives: on wet summer rainy days, they are excellent. In corners, they feel glued to the tarmac, and the grip is very confidence-inspiring. Their behavior in the wet is a complete game changer.

In dry conditions, however, I feel less confident. The front end feels quite light, and the feedback from the front wheels isn’t as communicative as I would like. On the plus side, they are very comfortable and surprisingly fuel-efficient.

The downside is wear. They wear out faster than I expected. Based on the current rate, I estimate around 18,000–20,000 miles maximum, and I probably have only about 5,000 miles left on them. Considering that they’re not cheap, I expected a longer lifespan.

Overall, they’re great in the wet and comfortable to drive, but due to the wear and dry-road feedback, I’ll be trying something different next time.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 5
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 5
  • Handling 6
  • Wear 4
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 5
Helpful 221
64%
Member
Had these as stock on A35 and they were super impressive in handelling but lots of road noise and got 30-35,000km out of them. You do the math in miles.
Next set was pilot sport 5. They were less noise but lots less grip with loads of under and over steer when in sports + no traction off when pushing it hard.
Was going to try Potenza RE004 or Continental SportContact 7 next. So keen to get anybodies opinion who have tried them.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 1
  • Comfort 1
  • Buy again 3
Helpful 413
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