BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA vs Pirelli Cinturato C3: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA and Pirelli Cinturato C3 appear in 9 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 BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
How the Pirelli Cinturato C3 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 92/100, based on 8 tests.
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 BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA and Pirelli Cinturato C3 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 prefer the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA's brand, sizing or price
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise noise / comfort
Test profile
| Metric | BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA | Pirelli Cinturato C3 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 1 | 8 |
| Best rank | #3 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 6.6 | 4.9 |
| Latest test | 2025 | 2026 |
| Tire Lab Score | — | 92.1 |
Tire Lab Score
BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA
Pirelli Cinturato C3
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA | Pirelli Cinturato C3 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 6.8 1 | Avg rank 5.4 1103 | Pirelli Cinturato C3 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 5.3 | Avg rank 4.3 541 | Pirelli Cinturato C3 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | No data | Avg rank 4.7 611 | Pirelli Cinturato C3 |
| 📏Mileage | No data | Avg rank 9.3 | Pirelli Cinturato C3 |
| 🔋Efficiency | No data | Avg rank 5.3 12 | Pirelli Cinturato C3 |
💧 Wet: BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA vs Pirelli Cinturato C3
The Pirelli Cinturato C3 wins this category with an average rank of 5.4, compared to 6.8 for the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA.
☀️ Dry: BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA vs Pirelli Cinturato C3
The Pirelli Cinturato C3 wins this category with an average rank of 4.3, compared to 5.3 for the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA vs Pirelli Cinturato C3
The Pirelli Cinturato C3 wins this category with an average rank of 4.7, compared to no data for the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA.
📏 Mileage: BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA vs Pirelli Cinturato C3
The Pirelli Cinturato C3 wins this category with an average rank of 9.3, compared to no data for the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA.
🔋 Efficiency: BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA vs Pirelli Cinturato C3
The Pirelli Cinturato C3 wins this category with an average rank of 5.3, compared to no data for the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA or Pirelli Cinturato C3?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Pirelli Cinturato C3 ranks higher on average than the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Pirelli Cinturato C3 averages a better dry-braking rank than the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Pirelli Cinturato C3 ranks better than the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Pirelli Cinturato C3 shows better mileage performance than the BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA appears in 1 independent tests, Pirelli Cinturato C3 in 8.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →