Comparison: Bridgestone Turanza 6 vs. Pirelli Cinturato (C3) (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Bridgestone) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli). Generally, Bridgestone summer tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than Pirelli (85%). In this particular case, the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) has a better rating of 97% compared to 81% of the Bridgestone Turanza 6. The first tyre test of Bridgestone Turanza 6 was done in 2023, compared to 2025 when was the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) first tested. Important for this comparison is also the AvD 2026 215/55 R17 test, where both the Turanza 6 and the Cinturato (C3) were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 77% of Bridgestone Turanza 6 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) also have A wet ratings. We also know where Turanza 6 is made - Spain.