Italians have always identified the color red with passion. And while red sports cars are probably the most identifiable example when it comes to driving passion, there is also Pirelli's P Zero Rosso (Rosso, ro' so, Italian for red). P Zero Rosso Max Performance Summer tires were developed to combine high performance, high speed and a high degree of comfort.
Specific design techniques, raw materials and manufacturing methods have been incorporated to produce Pirelli's most comfortable Max Performance tires. Pirelli's warranty does not cover tires that develop compound cracking due to use in ambient temperatures below 45° Fahrenheit (7° Celsius), so the P Zero Rosso, like all summer tires, is not intended to be driven in near-freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.
The P Zero Rosso system includes both asymmetric and directional tread designs, each tuned to satisfy the unique performance needs of different types of vehicles and uses. The P Zero Rosso Asimmetrico is the most widely used because it's designed for both front and rear axle positions of front engine front-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive cars (and on all cars driven on the track). The P Zero Rosso Direzionale is designed to offer enhanced hydroplaning resistance and is primarily for use on the lighter load carrying front axle positions of mid-engine and rear-engine rear-wheel drive cars (which are then combined with the P Zero Rosso Asimmetrico tires on the rear axle positions).
Both of the P Zero Rosso tread patterns are elegant. The Asimmetrico tread pattern retains the "Zero concept" of earlier P Zero tires by combining a semi-slick center rib that enhances driving precision while accelerating and braking with robust outer shoulder and intermediate tread blocks that are connected by circumferential "multi-ring" ribs to enhance dry grip. The independent blocks of the inner intermediate rib and inside shoulder are separated by wide grooves to help eject water to reduce hydroplaning and enhance wet grip. Considerable use has been made of curved grooves, which complement the circumferential grooves to reduce noise.
P Zero Rosso tires use a silica-enhanced tread compound to provide better grip in low temperatures in the wet and lower rolling resistance in the dry. The tread is supported by PenTec cord (a material developed by Allied Signal for space exploration) which is used to reinforce lightweight steel belts and give more high-speed stability while reducing tire weight and temporary flat spotting when parked overnight.
While most Pirelli P Zero Rosso tires wear a red "P Zero" logo, selected sizes simply feature the "Rosso" logo as part of the embossed black sidewall styling along with the black letters.
Los italianos usualmente identifican el color rojo con la pasión y mientras que autos rojos son un buen ejemplo para identificar la pasión al manejar, ahora Pirelli presenta P Zero Rosso (rosso, rojo en italiano). Un neumático desarrollado para ofrecer alto rendimiento, alta velocidad y un alto nivel de confort.
Técnicas nuevas en diseño de neumáticos, materias primas y métodos de fabricación han sido combinados para producir los neumáticos más confortables del grupo de Máximo Rendimiento. La garantía de Pirelli no cubre neumáticos que han desarrollado grietas debido a su uso en temperaturas ambientales por debajo de 45º Fahrenheit (7º Celsius) y como todo neumático de verano, el P Zero Rosso, no fue diseñado para ser utilizado en temperaturas cercanas al nivel de congelación o superficies con hielo o nieve. El nuevo P Zero Rosso incluye los diseños asimétrico y direccional en la banda de rodamiento. El diseño asimétrico es utilizado en autos con el motor al frente y tracción delantera o trasera y pueden ser utilizados en ejes delanteros o traseros. El direccional es diseñado para aumentar la resistencia al deslizamiento en agua (hydroplaning) y es utilizado en los ejes delanteros de autos con el motor en el medio o atrás (son combinados con los asimétricos en los ejes traseros)
Los diseños de la huella de la banda de rodamiento son nuevos y elegantes. La huella asimétrica conserva el concepto "Zero" de versiones previas de neumáticos P Zero, al combinar un segmento central casi liso (permite un comportamiento más preciso al acelerar y frenar) con un hombro exterior fuerte, bloques intermedios conectados por cordones lisos circunferenciales (aumentan el agarre en suelo seco), bloques independientes en el segmento intermedio interno y hombros separados por ranuras anchas que ayudan a sacar el agua. Ranuras curvadas complementan las ranuras anchas, para ayudar a resistir el deslizamiento en agua (hydroplaning) y disminuir el ruido.
El P Zero Rosso utiliza silicona mejorada en la banda de rodamiento, para proveer mejor agarre en temperaturas bajas sobre superficies mojadas y menor resistencia al rodar sobre secas. Internamente utiliza un cordón de Pen Tec (material creado por Allied Signal para exploración espacial) para reforzar las correas livianas de acero y dar más estabilidad a velocidades elevadas, a la vez, de reducir el peso del neumático y evitar el "punto plano" cuando se estaciona por largo período de tiempo.
La mayoría de las Pirelli P Zero Rosso tienen el logo "P Zero" rojo en el flanco, pero algunos tamaños solo tienen el logo "Rosso" grabado en negro.
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Tire Rack Test Results Pirelli P Zero Rosso
Testing Dunlop's Latest Max Performance Summer Tire(03:37)
Max Performance Summer tires blend the latest technologies into a package that can maximize acceleration, braking and cornering power while remaining civilized enough for the daily commute or a night on the town.
The Sport Maxx TT is the newest from Dunlop in this category. It combines a motorsports-inspired tread compound with Touch Technology for enhanced tire-to-driver communication and Kevlar-reinforced sidewalls for handling. Has it maximized Max Performance? We found out when we compared it to three popular tires.
Feedback patterns show the Michelin Primacy A/S excels in dry traction (9-10 scores dominate) with precise steering and stable cornering, earning praise for confident handling. Wet traction and hydroplaning resistance are strong (8-10 averages), while winter performance impresses in snow, though ice traction shows occasional 5-7 scores. Treadwear receives widespread praise (many 9-10s) with a few outliers noting lower longevity. Comfort stands out with smooth ride quality and minimal noise (8-10s), aligning well with its touring focus. As an all-season tire, it delivers balanced year-round capability, with most customers highlighting reliability for daily driving and highway use.
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135 reviews mention "Wet Traction"
107 positive
28 negative
Most customers rate Wet Traction highly with scores mostly 9s and 10s, highlighting confident wet grip and reliable hydroplaning resistance. Some lower scores indicate occasional concerns in heavy rain.
June 15, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.1 out of 5
...The traction is more than adequate in both wet and dry. It's not quite as good as the CrossClimate2 (my "winter" tire) with steering response or wet traction...
These tires came on my 2025 Model 3 Long Range. They are significantly better in every way than the older Michelin MXM4 that came OEM on the legacy Model 3. The traction is more than adequate in both wet and dry. The steering response is astronomically better than the MXM4 (which at times I questioned if a wheel was loose because of the soft sidewalls) but does not compromise ride comfort. It’s not quite as good as the CrossClimate2 (my “winter” tire) with steering response or wet traction. But it this Primacy A/S has excellent rolling resistance and quiet tread. I notice the road noise increases significantly at 44-45 PSI and higher … so I keep my tires around 40-41 cold.
Vehicle: 2025 Tesla Model 3 AWD 235/45-18 Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly City Location: MILLVILLE, NJ Driving Style: Average
...They handled the snow and wet roads way better than expected, pleasantly surprised by their performance!! I do drive in all weather conditions for work daily so I'm a pretty confident driver and these tires give me the confidence I'm looking for...
These came as the OEM tires on my 23 Corolla SE. I did put Eibach lowering springs on the vehicle which lowered the vehicle 2 inches.
This is my daily vehicle and my first Wisconsin winter with this set up was surprising. I usually run snow tires but being that these tires were pretty much brand new I figured I’d give them a shot at winter.
They handled the snow and wet roads way better than expected, pleasantly surprised by their performance!! I do drive in all weather conditions for work daily so I’m a pretty confident driver and these tires give me the confidence I’m looking for.
Time will tell though, as I’ve only got about 17k on them.
Vehicle: 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan 225/40-18 Miles Driven on Tires: 17,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: CEDARBURG, WI Driving Style: Spirited
Winter traction receives strong ratings with most scoring 8s and 9s in snow and deep snow, showing confident grip. Ice traction has some variability but many rate it 7-8, offering reliable all-season performance for typical winter conditions.
January 29, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.7 out of 5
...Excellent performance in dry conditions, very good in snow.
Very good tires, spectacular price. Excellent performance in dry conditions , very good in snow.
Vehicle: 2020 Chevrolet Traverse AWD LT Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: WARDSBORO, VT Driving Style: Spirited
...Handled a blizzard on I-90 where none of the four lanes were visible through the packed snow...
Surprisingly excellent, especially for an OEM tire. Handled a blizzard on I-90 where none of the four lanes were visible through the packed snow. Hyundai HTrac I'm sure helped.
Vehicle: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid AWD Limited Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: LAKE ZURICH, IL Driving Style: Spirited
Most customers rate dry traction between 9-10, highlighting excellent grip and responsive handling in dry conditions, making it a top choice for all-season touring.
January 24, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.9 out of 5
...Traction is is is great...
Great tires. Traction is great. Value is great. Would buy again only when on sale.
Vehicle: 2021 Toyota Corolla Sedan SE Miles Driven on Tires: 50,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: SAINT LEONARD, MD Driving Style: Average
...Tire performance was definitely best in dry conditions as I was able to avoid a collision while in a traffic circle with no loss traction (~ 35 MPH) at all...
Came as OEM on my vehicle. Held up for the past 3 Wisconsin winters pretty well considering average of ~3in of snow.
Most of the issues I faced was in deep snow (3+ in) where the tires would partially hold traction leading to some wider than anticipated turns when going about 10-15 MPH.
Tire performance was definitely best in dry conditions as I was able to avoid a collision while in a traffic circle by moving towards the inner lane with no loss traction (~35 MPH) at all.
In wet conditions tire was reliable at higher speeds (~80-100 MPH) with no concerns of hydroplaning. Cornering did make the tires chirp audibly in the cabin with some mild understeer (>35 MPH).
With all of the above considered, my biggest gripe was the tread wear. At ~3/32 after 30k miles.
Vehicle: 2021 Nissan Sentra SV Miles Driven on Tires: 30,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly City Location: MADISON, WI Driving Style: Spirited
Most customers rate ride comfort and noise levels as excellent, with scores of 9-10 dominating. High marks highlight smooth handling and quiet operation expected from a premium all-season tire.
September 07, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.3 out of 5
...This is a very comfortable and quiet tire. It is one of the best I have experienced in this regard. This is a smooth riding tire that soaks up road impacts and has low rolling resistance...
Bought two matching replacement tires as one tire was ruined due to a road hazard. These are the OEM tires.
This is a very comfortable and quiet tire. It is one of the best I have experienced in this regard. Wet performance is more than adequate. This is a smooth riding tire that soaks up road impacts and has low rolling resistance. Cornering is predicable with lots of warning before slip occurs. This said, it is not a performance tire. Those looking for high performance and high cornering limits should look elsewhere.
Vehicle: 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross FWD 215/65-17 Miles Driven on Tires: 35,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly City Location: EDMOND, OK Driving Style: Average
...Turned my Mazda CX-5's ride from harsh, bumpy and noisy to smooth as silk and quiet as a churchmouse. A great improvement over my OEM tires.
Love these tires. Turned my Mazda CX-5's ride from harsh, bumpy and noisy to smooth as silk and quiet as a churchmouse. A great improvement over my OEM tires.
Vehicle: 2021 Mazda CX-5 FWD Grand Touring Miles Driven on Tires: 500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: POMPANO BEACH, FL Driving Style: Easy Going
...The steering response is astronomically better than the MXM4 (which at times I questioned if a wheel was loose because of the soft sidewalls) but does not compromise ride comfort...
These tires came on my 2025 Model 3 Long Range. They are significantly better in every way than the older Michelin MXM4 that came OEM on the legacy Model 3. The traction is more than adequate in both wet and dry. The steering response is astronomically better than the MXM4 (which at times I questioned if a wheel was loose because of the soft sidewalls) but does not compromise ride comfort. It’s not quite as good as the CrossClimate2 (my “winter” tire) with steering response or wet traction. But it this Primacy A/S has excellent rolling resistance and quiet tread. I notice the road noise increases significantly at 44-45 PSI and higher … so I keep my tires around 40-41 cold.
Vehicle: 2025 Tesla Model 3 AWD 235/45-18 Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly City Location: MILLVILLE, NJ Driving Style: Average
Most customers rate treadwear as excellent, with many scoring 9s and 10s. High marks highlight long-lasting performance, though some lower scores indicate mixed experiences with wear consistency over time.
April 26, 2023
3.8 out of 5
...I got 77,000 miles out of mine! Granted, that was mostly highway driving, and I am now a bit below the wear bars, but 77,000 miles is fantastic...
I'm not sure why there are so many bad reviews for treadwear life. I got 77,000 miles out of mine! Granted, that was mostly highway driving, and I am now a bit below the wear bars, but 77,000 miles is fantastic. And I sometimes do some spirited driving in the NC mountains, so it's not all highway miles. They are very expensive, so I haven't decided yet if I will buy them again or not.
Vehicle: 2021 Toyota RAV4 FWD LE Miles Driven on Tires: 77,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: EASLEY, SC Driving Style: Average
Testing Dunlop's Latest Max Performance Summer Tire(03:37)
Max Performance Summer tires blend the latest technologies into a package that can maximize acceleration, braking and cornering power while remaining civilized enough for the daily commute or a night on the town.
The Sport Maxx TT is the newest from Dunlop in this category. It combines a motorsports-inspired tread compound with Touch Technology for enhanced tire-to-driver communication and Kevlar-reinforced sidewalls for handling. Has it maximized Max Performance? We found out when we compared it to three popular tires.
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