72
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
66/100
4 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Pirelli Scorpion A/T vs Pirelli Scorpion ATR — 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.
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Tire B
Pirelli
Pirelli Scorpion ATR
81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
29 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Pirelli Scorpion ATR — better snow, treadwear and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
6 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 ATR leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion A/T | Scorpion ATR |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 94 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 100 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Scorpion ATR leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion A/T | Scorpion ATR |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 69 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 60 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Scorpion ATR leads by 26
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion A/T | Scorpion ATR |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 48 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 30 | 67 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 70 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Scorpion ATR leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion A/T | Scorpion ATR |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 68 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 86 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Scorpion ATR leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion A/T | Scorpion ATR |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 70 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion A/T | Scorpion ATR |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli Scorpion A/T | Pirelli Scorpion ATR |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 72 | 81 |
| Dry | 88 | 90 |
| Wet | 78 | 81 |
| Snow | 41 | 67 |
| Comfort | 77 | 86 |
| Treadwear | 67 | 81 |
| Handling | 80 | 80 |
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Headline score
72
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Pirelli Scorpion A/T receives mixed feedback, with users praising its superior wet-weather grip, handling precision, and longevity compared to competitors. However, concerns regarding long-term rubber durability and inconsistent tread life suggest that performance may vary significantly based on storage conditions and environmental exposure.
Pros
- Excellent wet-weather traction and cornering stability
- Noticeable improvement in ride comfort and noise levels
- Strong off-road capability
- Competitive tread life compared to alternative brands
Cons
- Reports of premature dry rotting in certain climates
- Inconsistent longevity across different usage scenarios
- Occasional reports of increased road noise
Observations
- Users report the tire provides a transformative handling experience for mid-size SUVs and off-road oriented vehicles.
- Performance longevity appears highly sensitive to environmental factors, with some units showing excellent preservation over a decade while others show degradation within two years.
The Pirelli Scorpion A/TR is widely regarded as a premium, highly capable all-terrain tire that excels in on-road comfort and wet-weather handling. While most users praise its quiet highway manners and versatility across mixed surfaces, some report inconsistent tread life and diminished performance in deep snow or as the tire nears the end of its service life.
Pros
- Exceptional on-road comfort and low noise levels for an all-terrain tire
- Strong wet-weather grip and resistance to hydroplaning
- Versatile performance across mixed surfaces including mud, gravel, and sand
- Generally high durability and long tread life for many users
Cons
- Poor performance in deep snow and ice conditions
- Reported difficulties with initial balancing and vibration issues
- Performance and grip levels drop significantly as tread wears down
- Premium price point compared to competitors
Observations
- Users with heavy SUVs and 4x4s (e.g., Land Rover Discovery, Nissan Navara) report high satisfaction with the balance of on-road manners and off-road capability.
- Some owners of full-size trucks (e.g., Ford F-150) noted premature wear or structural issues, suggesting the tire may be better suited for lighter or mid-sized SUVs.
- Performance in winter conditions is highly dependent on the vehicle type, with some users finding them inadequate for severe alpine environments.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Pirelli Scorpion A/T | B · Pirelli Scorpion ATR |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | — |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | — |
| Sizes available | — | 9 |
| Rim diameters | — | 16″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | — | 11/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 440 A B |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 50,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 44 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
72
/ 100
Pirelli
81
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli Scorpion ATR — better snow, treadwear and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Pirelli Scorpion ATR scores 67 vs 41 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Pirelli Scorpion ATR scores 81 vs 67 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli Scorpion ATR scores 86 vs 77 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Scorpion ATR scores 81 vs 78 on wet.
Tire A · Pirelli Scorpion A/T
Tire B · Pirelli Scorpion ATR
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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.