Choosing the right brake pads is not just a technical matter; it's a decision that affects driving comfort, performance, wheel cleanliness, and even emissions.
Not all brake pads are the same. Each Brembo compound is designed to meet specific needs, and choosing the right one for you and your car can make a difference. All depends on what you're looking for. Whether you want responsive and sporty braking in any condition, or you prefer smooth and quiet driving in everyday traffic, or if you drive many kilometers and prioritize durability and efficiency. Brembo has a solution for each of these needs.
Discover the differences between the various Brembo options and find the perfect brake pads for you and your car.
If you are looking for reliability, consistent performance, and maximum safety without compromise
Do you want smooth and responsive braking, even in everyday traffic? The Prime brake pads are designed for you, offering the quality and reliability you expect from a brand like Brembo.
These are Low Met (Low Metallic) pads, with a metal content ranging from 10% to 50% of the compound's weight. They are ideal if you seek quick response and decisive braking in any condition, as this compound effectively dissipates heat and maintains high performance over time. The result is smooth, progressive, and consistently controlled braking.
The Prime pads are recognizable by their black backing plate and shim.
If you love sporty driving
For those seeking superior performance and a sportier driving experience, the Brembo Xtra brake pads are designed to offer maximum precision, performance, and control.
Like the Prime pads, the Xtra pads feature a Low Met (Low Metallic) compound, which ensures excellent heat dissipation and a high friction coefficient. This allows for high resistance to fading even at elevated temperatures, without any drop in performance.
From the very first brake application, they provide a direct and decisive feel, perfect for drivers like you who are looking for a more responsive and satisfying driving experience.
All this comes with a distinctive touch: red shims and black backing plates, highlighting the product's sporty nature.
If you desire comfort and always shiny wheels
Do you want a comfortable driving experience with wheels that stay clean for a long time, keeping your car's aesthetics always at their best?
Ceramic brake pads are designed to offer you all this by minimizing dust production and reducing the wear of discs and pads. They are available in two different versions: Prime Ceramic and Xtra Ceramic.
Prime Ceramic pads are ideal if you seek comfort, quality, and clean rims, making every brake application quick and effective.
The color also reflects these characteristics: a grey backing plate and black shim for a sleek and essential look
Xtra Ceramic pads, on the other hand, are perfect if you drive a high-performance sedan or SUV and want to combine comfort, rims cleanliness, and a sportier character — visually emphasized by the red shim.
With a compound containing less than 10% of metals, these ceramic-based brake pads ensure reduced emissions and cleaner braking: less dust, fewer residues, and brighter, cleaner rims.
If you drive an electric vehicle and want the best in terms of comfort, wheel cleanliness, and corrosion protection
The Brembo Beyond EV brake pads have been designed to meet the specific needs of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, which put less stress on the braking system due to regenerative braking, making the discs more vulnerable to corrosion.
Therefore, it is essential to choose components that offer superior protection without compromising on comfort and durability.
We have developed a dedicated pad with an exclusive blue backing plate that, when paired with the EV Kit disc, ensures high performance and corrosion resistance up to, and beyond, 100,000 km.
If you cover long distances and want a braking experience that lasts over time, with an eco-conscious perspective
If you cover long distances with a light commercial vehicle, sedan, or station wagon, the Greenance brake pads are the ideal choice. The compound has been developed to offer durability and reliability, allowing you to drive thousands of kilometers without worrying about frequent replacements.
But we didn't stop at just the pads: we optimized the entire braking system by designing the Greenance disc, which works perfectly in synergy with these pads.
The Greenance pad, part of the Greenance Kit, ensures reduced emissions, long-lasting performance, and lower costs of ownership: a complete, high-performing, and eco-conscious solution.
The look reflects the mission of these pads: a green backing plate and silver shim ensure immediate identification.
The Perfect Choice
Now that you know the different types of brake pads, it's time to select the one that suits you best. The choice depends on what you seek in your driving experience, the vehicle you use, the routes you take every day, and even where you live, as each country has its own regulations and each compound is designed to meet different needs.
If you want daily safety and reliability, choose Prime. Smooth, responsive, and always controlled braking for a worry-free drive.
If you love sporty driving, Xtra is the answer. Maximum performance, direct feel, and resistance to fading: everything you need to tackle every curve with precision and safety.
Both of these solutions are Low Met and are a mandatory choice in Europe, where cars are generally more performant, roads are more winding, and drivers are more performance-conscious.
Do you prefer comfort and always clean rims? Ceramic pads are the right choice for you: Prime Ceramic for everyday driving, Xtra Ceramic for sportier driving.
Mainly chosen in markets where regulations and needs differ from Europe – such as Japan, China, and the United States – ceramic pads are the ideal solution for those who prioritize comfort, durability, and wheel cleanliness.
Do you drive an electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle? The EV pads, paired with the disc that makes up the EV kit, ensure quietness, durability, and disc corrosion protection up to, and beyond, 100,000 km.
Do you cover many kilometers? The Greenance pads, paired with the Greenance Kit disc, are designed to ensure low-emission driving and long-lasting performance.
With Brembo, every brake pad is designed to give you the best, wherever you go. Now it's up to you to choose the perfect solution for your car.