P Zero tires are Max Performance Summer tires derived from 100 years of Pirelli motorsport experience and developed for the drivers of powerful sports cars, sports coupes and high performance luxury sedans. Initially introduced as Original Equipment on the Aston Martin DB9, Audi R8, Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano, Lamborghini Murcielago, Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT and Mercedes-Benz AMG vehicles, the P Zero lineup also includes select replacement tire sizes. 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, like all summer tires, is not intended to be driven in near-freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.
P Zero tires feature a special silica and carbon black tread compound that proves competent during the first few miles of driving when the tire is still cold, as well as consistent performance throughout the tire's life. The tread compound is molded into Pirelli's S-treme asymmetric design in which the location and width of the circumferential and lateral grooves minimize deformation to blend responsive handling, hydroplaning resistance and wet traction with dry road performance, even wear and acoustic comfort. Special nano-composites in the compound beneath the tread protect the casing from deterioration and merge sport handling with ride comfort. The tire's internal structure includes twin steel belts reinforced by polyamide cord plies and an integration of nylon and aramid cord that controls tire profile deformation and stabilizes the tread area to enhance high-speed capability and handling.
Limited sizes of the P Zero are available with Pirelli Noise Cancelling System, which involves the manufacturer adhering a layer of sound-absorbing foam to the inner liner of the tire to reduce cabin noise in the vehicle. These sizes are identified on the Specs page and in the search results.
El P Zero pertenece al segmento: Máximo Rendimiento Para Verano y es el resultado de más de 100 años de experiencia de Pirelli en el automovilismo deportivo (motorsport). Fue desarrollado para conductores de autos deportivos poderosos, cupés deportivos y sedanes de lujo de alto desempeño. Se introdujo inicialmente como equipo original (O.E., por sus siglas en inglés) en el Aston Martin DB9, Audi R8, Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano, Lamborghini Murciélago, Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT y los Mercedes-Benz AMG, pero la línea también incluye gran cantidad de tamaños de repuestos. 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, no fue diseñado para ser utilizado en temperaturas cercanas al nivel de congelación o superficies con hielo o nieve.
El P Zero presenta un compuesto de caucho con un sílice especial y carbón negro, que permiten que el neumático ofrezca todas las características de desempeño constantemente, aunque este frío y durante su vida útil. Este compuesto es moldeado en una banda de rodamiento con diseño S-treme asimétrico de Pirelli, en el cual, la ubicación y anchura de las ranuras laterales y circunferenciales disminuyen la deformación; permitiendo combinar maniobrabilidad responsiva, resistencia al deslizamiento en agua (hydroplaning) y tracción sobre superficies mojadas, con, rendimiento sobre superficies secas, desgaste parejo y andar silencioso. Compuestos especiales nano en la mezcla de caucho debajo de la banda de rodamiento, protegen el armazón de deterioro, además de combinar maniobrabilidad deportiva con un andar confortable.
La estructura interna incluye correas gemelas de acero reforzadas con una capa de cordón de poliamida y una mezcla de cordón de nailon y aramid, para controlar la deformación del flanco y estabilizar el área debajo de la banda de rodamiento, esto permite mejorar la maniobrabilidad y capacidad, al conducir a velocidades elevadas.
El P Zero con el sistema “Noise Cancelling” de Pirelli, se encuentra disponible en tamaños limitados. Esta tecnología adhiere una capa de espuma, que absorbe sonidos en el interior del neumático, para reducir el ruido en la cabina del vehículo. Los tamaños con esta tecnología están identificados en las páginas de Especificaciones y en los resultados de búsqueda.
Specifications shown are as accurate as possible based on the information provided to us by the tire manufacturers. The dimensions reflect average values for tires measured on the specified measuring rim width. Individual tires may vary from data shown.
All tires are subject to continuous development. The tire manufacturers and Tire Rack reserve the right to change product specifications at any time without notice or obligation.
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See official manufacturer's warranty brochure for specific details.
New vehicle Original Equipment tire warranties often differ from those covering replacement tires. Consult your vehicle documents to confirm Original Equipment tire warranty coverage.
Recently, two titans in the tire world launched new Max Performance Summer tires: Bridgestone and their Potenza S-04 Pole Position and Michelin with the Pilot Super Sport. Both are long-awaited replacements for very capable and popular products from each brand.
How do they compare to the other heavy hitters in the category?
Read the full test report.
(874)Tire Category: Max Performance Summer
| Best in Category |
| Miles Reported |
| Recommended |
| Treadwear |
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Pirelli P Zero
Good
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| 87% |
| 8.6M |
| 6.3 - Fair |
| 7.9 - Good |
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| 9.0 - Excellent |
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| N/A |
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| 7.9 - Good |
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| 6.1 - Fair |
Drivers consistently rate the Pirelli P Zero as excellent in dry traction, with many scores in the 9-10 range highlighting precise handling and confident cornering. Wet traction receives strong praise for grip, though some note reduced performance in heavy rain. Comfort scores are generally positive, with a smooth ride, but a few mention noticeable road noise. Treadwear is a common concern, with rapid wear reported by several users despite the tire's performance focus.
AI-generated from the text of customer reviews
Most customers rate wet traction between 8-10, with many 9s and 10s highlighting confident grip and hydroplaning resistance. Some lower scores indicate occasional concerns in heavy rain, but overall performance excels in summer conditions.
...My only gripe is that in the wet I tend to spin the tyres but I can forgive that as the Audi 100 avant is not a light car and a fair bit of power is being applied. Braking in the wet is excellent...
Replaced a set of Michelins with the P6000's amd found that the steering responsiveness was much better. My only gripe is that in the wet I tend to spin the tyres a bit but I can forgive that as the Audi 100 avant is not a a light car and a fair bit of power is being applied. Braking in the wet is excellent
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...Initially, the Pirellis were great. I just could not beleive the amount of grip. Almost impossible to break loose... Good in the rain too.
I just replaced my OEM Pirelli P6000s with Goodyear F1 GS/D3s. My stock Pirellis had about 15,000 miles. Initially, the Pirellis were great. I just could not beleive the amount of grip. Almost impossible to break loose. And I drove them very hard. At very high speeds (up to 130 mph) the tires are quiet and very stable. Good in the rain too. I have snow tires, so never tried them in snow.
Tires went downhill after 10K miles or so. Noise became very bad, a very loud whooing sound especially worse at cruising speeds (65 mph), though it went away at higher speeds (80+). Ride felt much harder, with some vibration, and tires tramlined like crazy, following every unevenness in the road to the point of being dangerous.
Fortunately I havent had bubbling problems as others have reported. But the quick deterioration of these tires made me look elsewhere.
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Most customers rate the Pirelli P Zero's dry traction as excellent, with scores of 9s and 10s highlighting responsive handling and reliable grip in dry conditions, ideal for summer performance driving.
...There could be a little more compliance on uneven road surfaces, but overall their grip is incredible.
P6000 Sport Veloce all-season tires were the OEM tires on my Saab and were horrible with a propensity to break lose with little warning and a knack for picking up road hazards. Because of that experience, I was reluctant to go with Pirelli again, but Ive been very happy with these tires. Theyve been a great improvement. There could be a little more compliance on uneven road surfaces, but overall their grip is incredible. In addition, Ive seen my mileage improve slightly since switching. I would buy this tire again.
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These tires are great on dry surface... They hold really tight when driving around a corner at significant speeds...
These tires are great on dry surface and in the rain i have not had a problem. They hold really tight when driving around a corner at significant speeds but with the pot holes in the NE area its a serious problem. In my front tire i have sidewall damage and the spare has a softball sized bubble in the sidewall. The tires try to "drive" the car for you. If not on flat surface the tires tend to pull in every direction. They are noisy but then again they are low profile tires so its kind of expected. The comfort of the ride is ok, i mean you can feel every bump on the road and a minor pot hole feels like you drove through a crater. I would not purchase this tire again and would not suggest anyone else buys this tire especially if you live in a climate similar to Philadelphia.
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Customers praise the Pirelli P Zero's comfort with most scoring 8-10 for ride quality and noise levels, highlighting a smooth, refined experience fitting its max performance summer focus.
...WERY CONFORTABLE and RIDE BETTER THAN THE 55 SERIES GOOD YEAR TIRES...
FOR A 50 SERIES TIRES, THEY ARE WERY CONFORTABLE AND RIDE BETTER THAN THE 55
SERIES GOOD YEAR TIRES THAT CAME WITH THE CAR.
THE TIRES ARE NEW AND FEEL TERRIFIC ON THE 1997 TAURUS SHO V-8
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...THIRD;I BOUGHT THIS NEW PIRELLIS WITH INCREASED SIZE FROM 225 TO 235; WHICH HAVE GIVEN THE TAURUS S.H.O. THE BEST RIDE AND HANDLING CARACTERISTICS...
I HAVE HAD THREE SETS OF TIRES ON THIS S.H.O.FROM THE TIRE RACK.
FIRST DUNLOP 9000 TIRES WHICH ARE THE WORST TIRES I HAVE EVER BOUGHT!
WHAT A DISASTER FOR A FAMOUS BRAND!
SECOND,AS SUGESTED BY NEAL AT TIRE RACK;I BOUGHT FIRESTONES ZRS WHICH WERE EXCELLENT TIRES;WITH A LONG TREADWEAR; AND HAVE THE BEST WET TRACTION OF ANY TIRE I HAVE EVER USED.
THIRD;I BOUGHT THIS NEW PIRELLIS WITH INCREASED SIZE FROM 225 TO 235; WHICH HAVE GIVEN THE TAURUS S.H.O. THE BEST RIDE AND HANDLING CARACTERISTICS. I WILL DEFINETELLY WILL STAY WITH THIS TIRES FOR THE S.H.O. FOR THE NEXT PURCHASE.
THEY ARE THE BEST OVERALL TIRE I HAVE FOUND FOR THE S.H.O.
CONGRATULATIONS TO PIRELLI ON A SUPERB PRODUCT!
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...The Pirellis are old-tech hard-sidewall speed rated... So 132mph with an H rated tire gives a docile quiet ride thru the neighborhood...
Replaced the horrid Pirelli 6000s on the 95 XJS 4.0 with Dunlop SP Sport 5000 Symetrical on my mechanics reco. The Pirellis are old-tech hard-sidewall "speed rated" but theres no place to cruise at 140 in NJ. So 132mph with an "H" rated tire gives a docile quiet ride thru the neighborhood with sticktion in sanctioned slaloms. The stiff KYB shocks actually work without sounding like a ballpeen hammer on the frame. Its like a different car!
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While some rate treadwear highly with 9s and 10s, many report rapid wear and disappointment, with scores between 0-6. Premature wear and early replacement are common complaints.
tires do not wear long they are soft rubber and do not have a long life...
tires do not wear long they are soft rubber and do not have a long life, this is a second set of tires and the car has 30,000 miles
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...The rears wore down much faster than I anticipated...
Not the best tire for the money compared to others available. The rears wore down much faster than I anticipated. Two things that I find undesirable with this tire, the noise and tramlining. Even at low speeds (45mph) its noticable and more when turning. But the worse is tramlining, Ive tried various tire pressures but no matter what I do the car moves all over the road on any imperfection. Switching to Yokis AVS db2 this time.
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Only have 12,000 miles on these tires and already tread wear is at 2/32, with average driving style?!?!? Would not pay for these tires again if they are going to wear that fast...
Only have 12,000 miles on these tires and already tread wear is at 2/32", with average driving style?!?!? Would not pay for these tires again if they are going to wear that fast. In dry conditions they are excellent, with wet/snow conditions, they are like riding on sheets of bologna skin.
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Motor Trend Head2Head's Randy Pobst and Tire Rack's own Matt Edmonds are at Chuckwalla Valley Raceway for this Hot Lap with the Alfa Romeo 4C. True to its Italian heritage, the 4C is shod with Pirelli P Zero tires. How do these full-tread street tires handle the track? Let's find out how hooked up this little car is.
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Recently, two titans in the tire world launched new Max Performance Summer tires: Bridgestone and their Potenza S-04 Pole Position and Michelin with the Pilot Super Sport. Both are long-awaited replacements for very capable and popular products from each brand.
How do they compare to the other heavy hitters in the category?
Read the full test report.
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