77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
78/100
25 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Pirelli P Zero Winter vs Pirelli Scorpion Winter — Compared (September 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.
VS
81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
77/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
80/100
17 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Pirelli Scorpion Winter — better snow, handling and dry. Pick the Pirelli P Zero Winter if comfort matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
7 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
Score (0–100)
Scorpion Winter leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | P Zero Winter | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 85 | 94 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 95% | 97% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 98% | 97% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Scorpion Winter leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | P Zero Winter | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 79 | 81 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 91% | 91% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 98% | 93% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Scorpion Winter leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | P Zero Winter | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 51 | 81 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 78 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 88% | 97% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 97% | 100% |
| Snow Traction (% of best) | 82% | 97% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
P Zero Winter leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | P Zero Winter | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Scorpion Winter leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | P Zero Winter | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 73 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Scorpion Winter leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | P Zero Winter | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 72 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 73 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Scorpion Winter leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | P Zero Winter | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli P Zero Winter | Pirelli Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 81 |
| Dry | 86 | 91 |
| Wet | 81 | 82 |
| Snow | 65 | 78 |
| Comfort | 85 | 80 |
| Noise | 84 | 85 |
| Treadwear | 72 | 73 |
| Handling | 70 | 80 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 100
Tire B
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 95% #11/12 · 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | 97% #4/10 · 2021 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | -2.8 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% #10/12 · 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | 97% #1/10 · 2021 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | +1.1 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 90% #8/12 · 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | 94% #3/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | -3.6 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 99% #6/12 · 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | 100% #7/10 · 2021 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | -1.3 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 11% #9/12 · 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | 20% #5/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | -8.9 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 88% #11/12 · 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | 97% #5/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | -8.8 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 97% #8/12 · 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | 100% #9/10 · 2021 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | -3.4 | Different tests |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 82% #11/12 · 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | 97% #8/10 · 2021 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | -15.1 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 88% #10/12 · 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | 94% #6/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | -5.4 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 91% #8/12 · 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | 91% #6/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 98% #4/12 · 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | 93% #6/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | +5 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Pirelli P Zero Winter is widely regarded as a high-performance winter tire that excels in cold-weather traction and comfort, particularly for luxury and performance-oriented vehicles. While users consistently praise its handling and noise suppression, opinions on its dry-road dynamics and deep-snow cornering are mixed, with some drivers noting a distinct performance trade-off compared to dedicated summer or extreme-weather tires.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and confidence in cold, wet, and slushy conditions.
- Superior noise control and ride comfort compared to competitors.
- Strong acceleration and power delivery in winter environments.
- High-quality construction with effective rim protection and stiff sidewalls.
Cons
- Rapid tread wear, especially when driven aggressively or on high-torque vehicles.
- Unpredictable handling dynamics in dry or damp conditions for some sports car applications.
- Limited performance in deep snow cornering compared to dedicated deep-snow tires.
- Perceived lack of value or 'special' feel compared to top-tier Michelin alternatives.
Observations
- Users with high-torque vehicles (e.g., M760i) noted that the tire struggles to manage extreme power output on snow despite AWD.
- Performance EV owners (e.g., Model Y) report expectedly rapid tread wear due to vehicle weight and torque.
- Drivers of smaller, lighter sports cars (e.g., WRX) report excellent power delivery, while some Porsche 992 owners found the handling unpredictable in non-snow conditions.
The Pirelli Scorpion Winter is widely regarded as a high-performance winter tire that excels in wet and dry conditions, often mimicking the handling characteristics of a summer tire. While many users praise its confidence-inspiring grip on highways and in heavy rain, consensus is mixed regarding its performance in severe ice and deep slush, where some drivers report a lack of traction.
Pros
- Exceptional wet weather performance and resistance to aquaplaning
- Strong dry road handling and stability at high speeds
- Comfortable and quiet ride quality for long-distance cruising
- Predictable and confidence-inspiring grip in light to moderate snow
Cons
- Inconsistent performance on hard ice and slushy conditions
- Faster tread wear compared to standard summer tires
- Reduced snow traction as the tire ages and tread depth decreases
- High-speed stability can feel vague at extreme velocities
Observations
- Users with heavy SUVs and performance crossovers report high satisfaction with highway handling but note faster tread wear.
- Drivers utilizing staggered fitments on 20-inch wheels report good feedback and handling, though some note the design is aging compared to newer iterations.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Pirelli P Zero Winter | B · Pirelli Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Ultra High Performance tires | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 13 | 44 |
| Rim diameters | 19″ – 21″ | 17″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 10/32″ |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Pirelli
81
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli Scorpion Winter — better snow, handling and dry. Pick the Pirelli P Zero Winter if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Pirelli Scorpion Winter scores 78 vs 65 on snow.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Pirelli Scorpion Winter scores 80 vs 70 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli P Zero Winter scores 85 vs 80 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli Scorpion Winter scores 91 vs 86 on dry.
Tire A · Pirelli P Zero Winter
Tire B · Pirelli Scorpion Winter
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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.