Comparison: Barum Polaris 3 vs. Pirelli P ZERO Nero (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Pirelli winter tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Barum (78%). But when it comes to comparing Barum Polaris 3 and Pirelli P ZERO Nero, the rating is the same - 0%. The first tyre test of Barum Polaris 3 was done in 2015, compared to when was the Pirelli P ZERO Nero first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Barum Polaris 3 has C wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Pirelli P ZERO Nero has B rating.