84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
84/100
37 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Continental Cross Contact A/T vs Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus — 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.
VS
90
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
Owner ratings
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus — better handling, snow and wet. Pick the Continental Cross Contact A/T if noise 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 All Terrain Plus leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Cross Contact A/T | Scorpion All Terrain Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 95 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Scorpion All Terrain Plus leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Cross Contact A/T | Scorpion All Terrain Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 95 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Scorpion All Terrain Plus leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Cross Contact A/T | Scorpion All Terrain Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 40 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 94 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Cross Contact A/T | Scorpion All Terrain Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Cross Contact A/T leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Cross Contact A/T | Scorpion All Terrain Plus |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 87 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Scorpion All Terrain Plus leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Cross Contact A/T | Scorpion All Terrain Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 92 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Scorpion All Terrain Plus leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Cross Contact A/T | Scorpion All Terrain Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental Cross Contact A/T | Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 84 | 90 |
| Dry | 91 | 93 |
| Wet | 87 | 92 |
| Snow | 70 | 88 |
| Comfort | 88 | 88 |
| Noise | 92 | 86 |
| Treadwear | 86 | 91 |
| Handling | 73 | 92 |
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Headline score
84
/ 100
Tire A
90
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental Cross Contact A/T is widely regarded as a highly capable, road-biased all-terrain tire that excels in comfort, low noise levels, and longevity for daily driving. While it performs reliably in mild off-road conditions and wet weather, users note it lacks the aggressive traction required for deep mud or severe ice, and some report concerns regarding sidewall durability in harsh off-road environments.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and low road noise levels
- Impressive tread life and longevity for many users
- Strong performance in dry and wet on-road conditions
- Reliable handling for towing and heavy-duty highway use
Cons
- Limited traction in deep mud and icy conditions
- Reports of thin or vulnerable sidewalls in rugged terrain
- Potential for a noticeable decrease in fuel economy
- Tendency to trap and throw stones in the tread pattern
Observations
- Land Rover Defender owners report polarized experiences, with some praising high mileage and others citing rapid wear and sidewall punctures.
- Subaru Forester users appreciate the tire as a 'set-and-forget' solution for year-round use, though they note a slight 'thumping' sensation when cold.
- Heavy-duty truck owners (F-250/Titan) report excellent towing stability but note significant drops in MPG compared to highway-terrain alternatives.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental Cross Contact A/T | B · Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | — |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | — |
| Sizes available | — | 22 |
| Rim diameters | — | 16″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | — | 12 - 16/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 640 A B |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 50,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall - Raised White Lettering |
| Max pressure | — | 44 - 80 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
84
/ 100
Continental
90
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus — better handling, snow and wet. Pick the Continental Cross Contact A/T if noise matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus scores 92 vs 73 on handling.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus scores 88 vs 70 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Continental Cross Contact A/T scores 92 vs 86 on noise.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus scores 92 vs 87 on wet.
Tire A · Continental Cross Contact A/T
Tire B · Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus
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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.