Pros and cons
- Short braking distance on dry roads
- Exceptional handling on the wet
- Great handling on dry roads
- Short braking distance on wet roads
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
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Competitors
The Pirelli P Zero PZ4 is a summer tire that has been praised in various tests for its exceptional handling capabilities on both wet and dry roads. It offers a high level of grip, short braking distances, and precise steering response, making it a reliable choice for sports driving enthusiasts. The tire also performs well in terms of aquaplaning, offering good resistance to hydroplaning in wet conditions.
However, some tests have noted that the Pirelli P Zero PZ4 has a higher than average rolling resistance, which can result in reduced fuel efficiency. Additionally, the tire's comfort levels have been rated as only average by some testers. Some reports have also highlighted its lower mileage performance and higher price point.
Overall, the Pirelli P Zero PZ4 is a sporty tire with excellent dynamic qualities. It boasts well-balanced handling, smooth and precise steering, and good levels of grip on both wet and dry roads. However, the tire's higher rolling resistance and average comfort levels may make it less attractive to some drivers.
Sizes
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 is made in 320 sizes, starting from 225/45 R17 up to 335/30 R24.
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Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 is ranked #93 of 943 summer tyres based on the results of tests carried out by Autozeitung 2023, Gute-Fahrt 2023, and other organizations. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 belongs to the Premium segment and is made by a manufacturer from Italy. It is made in total of 320 sizes, 225/45 R17 being the smallest and 335/30 R24 the largest. This tyre was featured in tests 11 times, first test was carried in 2017. This model received the best possible rating in 5 tests. Eu ratings can provide interesting overview over the available dimensions - 58% of Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 has "A" wet grip rating and most (37%) of the dimensions has "C" fuel-saving rating. Noise is a strong quality of Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 - most dimensions have below average noise level values - 50% of them produce 0db noise, which result in "a" rating. This tyre has a initial tread depth of 7.5 mm in 235/35 R19. It can be compared to P ZERO, which is a tyre from Pirelli (Italy) and has a rating of 66%, compared to 93% of the Pirelli in question.
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Timeline
2017
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 was tested 1x (EVO)
2021
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 was tested 2x (Autozeitung,...)
2022
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 was tested 1x (Sportauto)
2023
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 was tested 7x (Autobild,...)
Achievements
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 in tyre tests
If you're in the market for a premium summer tyre, you might want to consider the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4. This tyre has been tested by some of Europe's most respected tyre testing organizations between 2017 and 2023, and the results are impressive. Overall, the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 received an 88% rating based on the tyre test results, which is a very good result for a premium segment tyre. The Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 was tested in different dimensions and periods, and it consistently performed well across different tests. The worst result was 11th place in one test, while the best result was 2nd place out of 7 in another test. The Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 won in one of the tests and was highly recommended in two others. This tyre was also the best in specific disciplines such as dry lane changing, wet circle cornering, and wet handling. Overall, if you want a premium summer tyre that consistently performs well in different tests, the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 might be a good option for you.
All tyre tests where Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 was featured:
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 | 58.9 | 24.9 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |||
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| Best values in test | 71 | 54 | 19 | 7 | |||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 | 65 | 51 | 17 | 6 | |||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 | 1- | 2+ | 3 | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 | 2+ | 2+ | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | |||
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| Best values in test | 9,3 | 7,2 | 7,2 | 6,3 | |||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 | 7,7 | 8,0 | 7,7 | 7,2 | |||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 92 | 93 | 93 | ||||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 | 88 | 89 | 87 | ||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Comfort | ||
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| Best values in test | 308,2 | 41 | 29,5 | 85,6 | 17 | ||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 | 297,4 | 54,5 | 39 | 87,2 | 21 | ||
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Test ratings distribution
| 100% (5x) | 90% (1x) | 85% (3x) | ||||
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| Highly recommended | Very good | Outstanding | Very good - | Satisfactory | Good | Recommended |
| 3x | 1x | 1x | 1x | 1x | 1x | 1x |
Ratings x Wheel size
| R18 | R19 |
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| 95% (6x) | 91.7% (3x) |
Ratings x Width
| 225/xx Rxx | 235/xx Rxx |
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| 95% (6x) | 91.7% (3x) |