PIRELLI CINTURATO WINTER 2 225/40 R18 CENTRAL EUROPEAN87test score
Central European winter tyre
Pirelli

Cinturato Winter 2

In tests22024–2025
Test wins0out of 2 tests
Best attributeWet roads93 pts · No. 6 of 25
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Strong: wet roads and dry roadsweak: noise and comfort

Where this tyre is strong

Wet roads93
Dry roads92
Testers' verdict89
Noise and comfort85
Aquaplaning85
Rolling resistance84
Price84
Snow83

Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 in tests

The Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 Central European winter tyre has been tested in 2 independent tyre tests between 2024 and 2025 (Auto Bild and Teknikens Värld). Its TyreRanker score is 87/100, which ranks it No. 12 among 25 tested Central European winter tyres. The Cinturato Winter 2 has proved a strong, well-balanced choice in tests.

Its best result is No. 10 out of 51 tyres (Auto Bild 2025, size 225/40 R18). Its weakest placing was No. 8 of 18 (Teknikens Värld 2024).

The Cinturato Winter 2 is strongest in the wet (93 points, class average 84) and in the dry (92 points, class average 85). It is weaker for noise and comfort (85 points, class average 91) and on snow (83 points, class average 89).

The tests used sizes 225/40 R18 and 225/50 R17. In size 225/40 R18, prices start at €200.02 (prices are subject to change).

Test timeline

Rank = the test organiser's ranking. On the right: the TyreRanker score from that test's measurements.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 a good Central European winter tyre?

The Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 received a TyreRanker score of 87/100 and ranks No. 12 among 25 Central European winter tyres. The score is based on the measurements and testers' verdicts from independent tests (2 in total).

How many tests has the Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 won?

According to our data, the Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 has not won any tests. Its best result is No. 10 out of 51 tyres (Auto Bild 2025, size 225/40 R18). Its weakest placing was No. 8 of 18 (Teknikens Värld 2024).

What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2?

The Cinturato Winter 2 is strongest in the wet (93 points, class average 84) and in the dry (92 points, class average 85). It is weaker for noise and comfort (85 points, class average 91) and on snow (83 points, class average 89).