Avon ZV7 vs Sportiva Super Z+: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Avon ZV7 and Sportiva Super Z+ appear in 8 tests, 1 of which put both tires on the same track on the same day. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Avon ZV7 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 81/100, based on 7 tests.
How the Sportiva Super Z+ performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Avon ZV7 and Sportiva Super Z+ are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise noise / comfort
- You prefer the Sportiva Super Z+'s brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Avon ZV7 | Sportiva Super Z+ |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 7 | 1 |
| Best rank | #1 | #15 |
| Avg rank | 17.0 | 29.2 |
| Latest test | 2023 | 2023 |
| Tire Lab Score | 80.5 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Avon ZV7
Sportiva Super Z+
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Avon ZV7 | Sportiva Super Z+ | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 17.8 1 | Avg rank 38.0 | Avon ZV7 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 18.1 1 | Avg rank 25.0 | Avon ZV7 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 14.0 1 | No data | Avon ZV7 |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 19.5 1 | No data | Avon ZV7 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 9.7 1 | No data | Avon ZV7 |
Tests used in this comparison
Both tires were measured head-to-head in these 1 independent test:
💧 Wet: Avon ZV7 vs Sportiva Super Z+
The Avon ZV7 wins this category with an average rank of 17.8, compared to 38.0 for the Sportiva Super Z+.
☀️ Dry: Avon ZV7 vs Sportiva Super Z+
The Avon ZV7 wins this category with an average rank of 18.1, compared to 25.0 for the Sportiva Super Z+.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Avon ZV7 vs Sportiva Super Z+
The Avon ZV7 wins this category with an average rank of 14.0, compared to no data for the Sportiva Super Z+.
📏 Mileage: Avon ZV7 vs Sportiva Super Z+
The Avon ZV7 wins this category with an average rank of 19.5, compared to no data for the Sportiva Super Z+.
🔋 Efficiency: Avon ZV7 vs Sportiva Super Z+
The Avon ZV7 wins this category with an average rank of 9.7, compared to no data for the Sportiva Super Z+.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Avon ZV7 or Sportiva Super Z+?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Avon ZV7 ranks higher on average than the Sportiva Super Z+.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Avon ZV7 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Sportiva Super Z+ across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Avon ZV7 ranks better than the Sportiva Super Z+.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Avon ZV7 shows better mileage performance than the Sportiva Super Z+.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Avon ZV7 appears in 7 independent tests, Sportiva Super Z+ in 1, with 1 head-to-head tests where both were measured.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →