Pirelli P Zero 265/40R20

Pirelli P Zero 265/40R20 XL 104Y Max Performance Summer Tire 1849300 OLD

β˜€οΈ SummerπŸ’° $206.11πŸ“ 265/40R20πŸš— Performance

πŸ’‘ Is the Pirelli P Zero 265/40R20 a Good Tire?

The Pirelli P Zero 265/40R20 is a summer max performance tire designed for high-performance luxury sedans and sports cars. It delivers strong dry road grip and responsive wet handling thanks to its asymmetric tread pattern and racing-derived compound technology. Ride comfort is firm with noticeable road noise, prioritizing performance feedback over refinement. Tread life is below average for the category, as expected from a performance-focused design. Rated Good by TireRack based on 733 consumer surveys, it excels in warm weather spirited driving but is not winter-rated and wears faster than touring alternatives. Currently priced from $206.11, it is available through major online tire retailers.

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About This Tire

The Pirelli P Zero 265/40R20 is a max performance summer tire, designed for sports car and high-performance luxury sedan drivers who prioritize exceptional dry grip and responsive handling in warm weather driving. Its tread design and compound focus on delivering motorsport-derived performance with a special silica and carbon black formulation that maintains competency even when cold.

This tire features Pirelli's advanced tread compound technology developed from 100 years of motorsport experience, originally introduced as original equipment on vehicles like the Aston Martin DB9, Ferrari 599 GTB, and Lamborghini Murcielago. The construction provides consistent performance throughout the tire's life, though it's specifically engineered for temperatures above 45Β°F and should not be used in near-freezing conditions, snow, or ice. Driver feedback points to outstanding dry road performance and solid wet weather capability, with good comfort levels for a performance-focused tire, though treadwear is moderate as expected in this category.

Compared to all-season tires, it prioritizes maximum warm-weather performance and precise handling over year-round versatility. Overall, it's a solid choice for performance vehicles used primarily for spirited driving and daily use in consistently warm climates.

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TirePriceRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Pirelli P Zero 265/40R20
🏁 Max performance summer
$206.11⭐ Good (733 reviews)Sports car and performance coupe ownersβ˜€οΈ Summer
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
$365.22⭐ Excellent (438 reviews)Daily winter commuting in snow and ice conditions❄️ Winter
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
$374.39⭐ Good (47 reviews)Daily commuting in crossovers and SUVs🌀️ All Season
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Pirelli P Zero 265/40R20
🏁 Max performance summer
Price
$206.11
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (733 reviews)
Best For
Sports car and performance coupe owners
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer
Michelin X-Ice Snow 265/40R20
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
Price
$365.22
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Excellent (438 reviews)
Best For
Daily winter commuting in snow and ice conditions
Season
❄️ Winter
Continental CrossContact RX 265/40R20
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
Price
$374.39
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (47 reviews)
Best For
Daily commuting in crossovers and SUVs
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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Motorsport Heritage
Developed from 100 years of Pirelli racing experience and originally designed as OE for supercars like Ferrari and Lamborghini.
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Advanced Compound
Special silica and carbon black tread formulation provides competent performance even during cold starts while maintaining consistency.
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Summer Optimization
Engineered specifically for temperatures above 45Β°F with compound that may crack in near-freezing conditions.
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Performance Focus
Max performance summer design delivers excellent dry grip (9.0 rating) with good wet weather capability (7.9 rating).
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OE Pedigree
Originally developed as original equipment for high-end sports cars and AMG vehicles, ensuring proven performance standards.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Sports car and performance coupe ownersβœ“ High-performance luxury sedan drivingβœ“ Warm climate spirited drivingβœ“ Drivers prioritizing dry road grip over longevity
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Specifications

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Size
265/40R20
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Load Index
104
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Speed Rating
Y
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TirePath Editorial Review

4.2
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"After analyzing survey data, this max performance summer tire delivers exceptional dry road grip that sports car and luxury sedan drivers crave. Tread life suffers as the trade-off for ultimate performance."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026
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TireRack Ratings

Overall Rating⭐ Good
Survey Ratings733 reviews
CategoryMax Performance Summer

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