Avon ZX7 vs Avon ZZS: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Avon ZX7 and Avon ZZS appear in 2 tests, though they have not yet met head-to-head in the same test. 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 ZX7 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 83/100, based on 1 test.
How the Avon ZZS 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 ZX7 and Avon ZZS 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 Avon ZZS's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Avon ZX7 | Avon ZZS |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 1 | 1 |
| Best rank | #1 | #18 |
| Avg rank | 5.8 | 29.7 |
| Latest test | 2021 | 2020 |
| Tire Lab Score | 83.4 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Avon ZX7 | Avon ZZS | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 6.8 | Avg rank 31.0 | Avon ZX7 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 6.7 | Avg rank 33.0 | Avon ZX7 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 6.0 1 | No data | Avon ZX7 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 1.0 1 | No data | Avon ZX7 |
💧 Wet: Avon ZX7 vs Avon ZZS
The Avon ZX7 wins this category with an average rank of 6.8, compared to 31.0 for the Avon ZZS.
☀️ Dry: Avon ZX7 vs Avon ZZS
The Avon ZX7 wins this category with an average rank of 6.7, compared to 33.0 for the Avon ZZS.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Avon ZX7 vs Avon ZZS
The Avon ZX7 wins this category with an average rank of 6.0, compared to no data for the Avon ZZS.
🔋 Efficiency: Avon ZX7 vs Avon ZZS
The Avon ZX7 wins this category with an average rank of 1.0, compared to no data for the Avon ZZS.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Avon ZX7 or Avon ZZS?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Avon ZX7 ranks higher on average than the Avon ZZS.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Avon ZX7 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Avon ZZS across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Avon ZX7 ranks better than the Avon ZZS.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Avon ZX7 appears in 1 independent tests, Avon ZZS in 1.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →