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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Michelin Latitude Sport 3 vs Pirelli Scorpion ST — Compared (May 2026)

Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.

Tire A Michelin

Michelin Latitude Sport 3

Summer Ultra High Performance tires

Michelin Latitude Sport 3 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
35 owner reviews
Dry
88
Wet
85
Comfort
73
Treadwear
83
Handling
81

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Pirelli

Pirelli Scorpion ST

All Season Premium Touring tires

Pirelli Scorpion ST tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
2 owner reviews
Dry
90
Wet
80
Comfort
90
Treadwear
85
Handling
85

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Pirelli Scorpion ST — better comfort and handling. Pick the Michelin Latitude Sport 3 if wet matters most to you.
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Category breakdown

5 categories, side by side

Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.

Dry

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Scorpion ST leads by 2
A — Michelin Latitude Sport 3
88
B — Pirelli Scorpion ST
90
Why this score
SourceLatitude Sport 3Scorpion ST
Tire Rack owners 94 –
Tyre Reviews owners 88 90

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Latitude Sport 3 leads by 5
A — Michelin Latitude Sport 3
85
B — Pirelli Scorpion ST
80
Why this score
SourceLatitude Sport 3Scorpion ST
Tire Rack owners 86 –
Tyre Reviews owners 85 80

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Scorpion ST leads by 17
A — Michelin Latitude Sport 3
73
B — Pirelli Scorpion ST
90
Why this score
SourceLatitude Sport 3Scorpion ST
Tire Rack owners 83 –
Tyre Reviews owners 73 90

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Scorpion ST leads by 2
A — Michelin Latitude Sport 3
83
B — Pirelli Scorpion ST
85
Why this score
SourceLatitude Sport 3Scorpion ST
Tire Rack owners 64 –
Tyre Reviews owners 83 85

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Scorpion ST leads by 4
A — Michelin Latitude Sport 3
81
B — Pirelli Scorpion ST
85
Why this score
SourceLatitude Sport 3Scorpion ST
Tyre Reviews owners 81 85
DriverReviews owners 86 –

Scores at a glance

Michelin Latitude Sport 3 vs Pirelli Scorpion ST: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryMichelin Latitude Sport 3Pirelli Scorpion ST
Relative Score 82 85
Dry 88 90
Wet 85 80
Comfort 73 90
Treadwear 83 85
Handling 81 85

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Tire A

Tire B

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Michelin Latitude Sport 3

The Michelin Latitude Sport 3 is widely regarded as a high-performance, reliable tire for SUVs, offering exceptional grip in both wet and dry conditions. While many users praise its longevity and fuel efficiency, some report concerns regarding road noise on specific surfaces and premium pricing compared to competitors.

Pros

  • Excellent wet and dry weather traction
  • Strong handling and steering responsiveness
  • Commendable tread life for a performance-oriented tire
  • Improved fuel economy and low rolling resistance

Cons

  • High price point
  • Increased road noise on coarse or worn pavement
  • Potential for sidewall cracking or peeling over extended use
  • Variable tread life depending on vehicle weight and driving style

Observations

  • Users transitioning from run-flat tires to the Latitude Sport 3 on vehicles like the BMW X5 reported a significant improvement in ride comfort and noise reduction.
  • Owners of heavy SUVs, such as the Audi Q7 and VW Touareg, note that while performance is excellent, the tires can wear down relatively quickly under aggressive driving or heavy loads.
  • The acoustic version of the tire (AC) with internal foam significantly mitigates high-pitched road noise compared to the standard version.
Tire B Pirelli Scorpion ST

The Pirelli Scorpion ST is highly regarded by users for its exceptional versatility and durability, consistently delivering reliable performance across diverse terrains. Owners report strong traction in dry and wet conditions, alongside impressive longevity and off-road capability, making it a dependable choice for all-season use.

Pros

  • Excellent tread life and durability over high mileage
  • Strong grip performance in both dry and wet road conditions
  • Capable off-road performance on mud, grass, and rocky terrain
  • Low noise levels contributing to a comfortable ride

Cons

  • Limited performance in severe winter conditions compared to dedicated winter tires

Observations

  • Users report consistent performance and tread retention even after exceeding 25,000 miles of mixed-use driving.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Michelin Latitude Sport 3 B · Pirelli Scorpion ST
CategorySummer Ultra High Performance tiresAll Season Premium Touring tires
Vehicle typeSUV and 4x4SUV and 4x4
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Michelin

Pirelli

Winner: Pirelli Scorpion ST — better comfort and handling. Pick the Michelin Latitude Sport 3 if wet matters most to you.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Pirelli Scorpion ST scores 90 vs 73 on comfort.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Michelin Latitude Sport 3 scores 85 vs 80 on wet.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Pirelli Scorpion ST scores 85 vs 81 on handling.

Tire A · Michelin Latitude Sport 3
Tire B · Pirelli Scorpion ST

How do we compare tires?

Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.

Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.