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Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow vs Toyo Snowprox S943 — Compared (May 2026)
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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
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion Ice & Snow | Snowprox S943 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 76 |
Wet
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion Ice & Snow | Snowprox S943 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 77 |
Snow
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion Ice & Snow | Snowprox S943 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 60 |
Comfort
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion Ice & Snow | Snowprox S943 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 71 |
Noise
Treadwear
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion Ice & Snow | Snowprox S943 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 82 |
Handling
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion Ice & Snow | Snowprox S943 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 64 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow | Toyo Snowprox S943 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 86 | 73 |
| Dry | 86 | 76 |
| Wet | 89 | 77 |
| Snow | 88 | 60 |
| Comfort | 83 | 71 |
| Noise | 82 | – |
| Treadwear | 84 | 82 |
| Handling | 85 | 64 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
The Toyo Snowprox S943 receives a polarized reception, with users divided on its winter capabilities. While some drivers appreciate its fuel efficiency and handling in cold, dry, or wet conditions, others report significant safety concerns regarding traction in deep snow and on ice.
Pros
- Strong fuel efficiency and low rolling resistance
- Reliable handling in cold, dry, and wet road conditions
- Good tread longevity for some driving styles
- Competitive price-to-performance value
Cons
- Poor traction and grip in snow and icy conditions
- Increased noise levels, particularly when cornering
- Inconsistent performance in wet conditions, specifically regarding hydroplaning
- Noticeable degradation in grip when temperatures rise above 15 degrees Celsius
Observations
- Users suggested the tire may be better suited for smaller vehicles rather than midsize sedans, where snow performance was noted to be lacking.
- Drivers with sport-tuned suspensions reported a lack of road feedback, suggesting the tire may not pair well with performance-oriented chassis setups.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow | B · Toyo Snowprox S943 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Which one should you actually buy?
Pirelli
Toyo
Winner: Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow — better snow, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow scores 88 vs 60 on snow.
Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow scores 85 vs 64 on handling.
Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow scores 89 vs 77 on wet.
Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow scores 83 vs 71 on comfort.
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.