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Pirelli Cinturato P7
Outfit your touring vehicle with the Pirelli Cinturato P7 205/55R16 91W SL BSW AV, a premium summer touring tire built for drivers who want comfort, controlled braking and handling, low rolling resistance, and a refined drive in warm-weather conditions. This 205/55R16 Cinturato P7 is a popular fitment for select BMW 3 Series, Audi A3, Audi A4, Audi A5, Volkswagen GTI, Volkswagen Jetta GLI models, plus similar passenger cars, touring sedans, wagons, and compact crossovers using 16-inch wheels.
Best for: premium vehicle fitments that need a refined ride with controlled cornering and rain-channeling tread design, especially in a 205/55R16 size with 91W SL capability.
Why choose the Pirelli Cinturato P7 in 205/55R16?
Built for OE-style replacement needs on premium sedans, coupes, wagons, and compact crossovers: The 91W SL service description suits standard-load passenger-car applications that prioritize comfort, efficiency, and controlled handling.
Green Performance touring design: Pirelli describes the Cinturato P7 as a combination of low rolling resistance, comfort, mileage, braking, and handling performance.
Wet-road control: Four wide longitudinal grooves help move water through the tread to support control in potential aquaplaning situations.
Quiet, comfortable ride: An optimized tread design with a specific pitch sequence helps create a relaxed driving experience for daily commuting and highway touring.
Steering and wear balance: Compact central blocks, a robust outer area, and innovative hybrid materials help support steering response, cornering control, and even treadwear.
Popular vehicle fitments for 205/55R16 Pirelli Cinturato P7
This tire size is commonly used on select trims or OE-style replacement applications of the BMW 3 Series, Audi A3, Audi A4, Audi A5, Volkswagen GTI, and Volkswagen Jetta GLI. It is also a strong option for comparable vehicles that use the same tire size, load rating, speed rating, wheel diameter, and any applicable OE or Run Flat designation.
Size and rating details
205/55R16: This size is designed for 16-inch wheels and is a practical choice for compact sedan and commuter-car fitments that need efficient rolling, mileage, and comfortable summer touring.
91W SL: The service description and load range identify the tire's load capacity and speed capability for the intended touring application.
BSW: This version uses black sidewall styling for a clean, premium appearance.
Speed capability: This size carries W-rated speed capability for responsive sport-touring use.
AV marking: This SKU includes a Audi/Volkswagen-style marking, useful when replacing a tire on a vehicle originally equipped with the same designation.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Pirelli Cinturato P7 205/55R16 a summer tire?
Yes. The Cinturato P7 is positioned by Pirelli as a summer touring tire, so it is best matched to warm-weather driving rather than winter, ice, or sustained freezing conditions.
How does the Pirelli Cinturato P7 205/55R16 handle rain?
Its four wide longitudinal grooves and touring tread design help support wet-road control and aquaplaning resistance during warm-weather rain.
What does the AV marking mean on this Pirelli Cinturato P7?
The AV marking identifies an OE-style version, which is helpful when replacing tires on vehicles originally equipped with the same tire designation.
What vehicles use the Pirelli Cinturato P7 205/55R16?
Popular applications include select BMW 3 Series, Audi A3, Audi A4, and Audi A5 models, along with similar vehicles using the same size, load range, speed rating, wheel diameter, and any matching OE or Run Flat marking.
| SECTION WIDTH Measures the width of the tire from sidewall to sidewall, which is mounted on a wheel and inflated. | 205 - 275 |
| ASPECT RATIO Determines the sidewall height of the tire, based on the width. | 35 - 65 |
| RIM DIAMETER Measures the rim size from top to bottom (in inches). | 16" - 19" |
| OVERALL DIAMETER Measures the tire height from top to bottom when mounted on a wheel and inflated. | 24.65" - 28.7" |
| RIM WIDTH RANGE The approved range of rim widths this tire can be safely mounted on. | 5.5" - 11.0" |
| WEIGHT The weight of the tire measured in pounds (weight of tire only). | 18.0 LBS - 36.0 LBS |
| TREAD DEPTH Measured in /32 of an inch to determine the height of the tread block from top to bottom. | 7" - 11" |
| LOAD INDEX Determines the weight a tire can carry at maximum air pressure. See load Index chart. | 89 - 105 |
| LOAD RANGE Determines the ply rating of the tire. Should be replaced with the same or higher rating. | SL - XL |
| MAX PSI The max psi is the highest pressure the tire can hold, but should be inflated to your vehicle specifications not exceeding this amount. | 44 PSI - 51 PSI |
| SPEED RATING Designation from laboratory testing to determine the maximum speed the tire can travel. Maintain the same speed rating or higher for replacement. | H - Up to 130 mph - Y - Up to 186 mph |
| SIDEWALL DESC. The sidewall designation to describe the lettering on the sidewall. | Black Side Wall |
| VPN Vendor Product Number | 1830000 - 4788800 |
Customer Reviews
Wear bars appeared at 20k, disappointed!!!
Last set lasted less than 20K miles. I bought the same tires again to give them one more try. They showed wear bars way too early as I am a casual driver!