Pzero Corsa (PZC4)

About the Pirelli Pzero Corsa (PZC4)

Summer Extreme Performance Passenger Sports Car tire for Road or Track.

Features

* Developed for sports cars destined for the track* Customized tread compounds* Customized inner tread design with dual compound technology* Customized outer tread design with massive tread blocks on the shoulders and the central continuous rib* Pirelli Noise Cancelling System™ (NCS) - select items only

Benefits

* Maximum traction and braking levels* Improved resistance to high thermo-mechanical stress* Offers excellent balance between high speed driving and grip/traction* Designed to provide hard handling performance, high speed cornering and impressive lateral acceleration* Significantly reduces noise inside the vehicle - select items only

Understanding the 285/40ZR21 XL size

In the size code 285/40R21, 285 is the section width in millimetres (about 11.2"). 40 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 40% of the width, or roughly 114 mm. R21 means radial construction on a 21-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 30".

The load index 109 means each tire supports up to 2,271 lbs — about 9,084 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol Y certifies the tire to 186 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.

What the Pirelli Pzero Corsa (PZC4) is built for

The Pirelli Pzero Corsa (PZC4) is a summer tire, tuned for maximum dry and wet grip in warm conditions; it is not intended for near-freezing temperatures. Fitment category: Passenger Car.

Tread life and grip ratings

This tire carries a UTQG rating of 80 AA A. The treadwear grade of 80 is a relative durability score — a grade of 200 is expected to last roughly twice as long as a grade of 100 under the same controlled test. Traction grade AA measures straight-line wet stopping grip (AA is highest, then A, B and C). Temperature grade A reflects heat resistance at sustained speed (A is highest).

Price and value

At $510.98 per tire, a full set of four costs $2043.92. That is about 41% above the average of the 26 tires we stock in this size, reflecting its position in the range.