88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
93/100
6 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 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: Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 — better treadwear, comfort and handling. Pick the Pirelli Scorpion Winter if noise and dry matter 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 9
Why this score
| Source | Latitude Alpin 2 | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | 94 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 95% | 99% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 100% | 100% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Latitude Alpin 2 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Latitude Alpin 2 | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | 81 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 98 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 98% | 87% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 98% | 100% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Latitude Alpin 2 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Latitude Alpin 2 | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 84 | 81 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 78 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 99% | 95% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 98% | 100% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Latitude Alpin 2 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Latitude Alpin 2 | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Scorpion Winter leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | Latitude Alpin 2 | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 62 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 73 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Latitude Alpin 2 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | Latitude Alpin 2 | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 72 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 73 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Latitude Alpin 2 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Latitude Alpin 2 | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 | Pirelli Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 88 | 81 |
| Dry | 82 | 91 |
| Wet | 93 | 82 |
| Snow | 88 | 78 |
| Comfort | 93 | 80 |
| Noise | 62 | 85 |
| Treadwear | 95 | 73 |
| Handling | 93 | 80 |
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Headline score
88
/ 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% #7/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 99% #3/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | -3.6 | Same test |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 100% #7/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 100% #8/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 0 | Same test |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 87% #9/10 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter SUV / 4x4 Tyre Test | 86% #9/10 · 2021 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | +0.7 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 99% #3/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 99% #4/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 0 | Same test |
| Price | Other | 100% #10/10 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter SUV / 4x4 Tyre Test | 85% #4/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | +15.4 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 14% #7/10 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter SUV / 4x4 Tyre Test | 20% #5/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | -5.7 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 99% #2/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 95% #8/10 · 2021 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | +3.9 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 98% #2/10 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter SUV / 4x4 Tyre Test | 100% #9/10 · 2021 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | -2.5 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 96% #3/10 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter SUV / 4x4 Tyre Test | 94% #7/10 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter SUV / 4x4 Tyre Test | +1.7 | Same test |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 98% #6/10 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter SUV / 4x4 Tyre Test | 87% #8/10 · 2021 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | +10.3 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 98% #6/10 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter SUV / 4x4 Tyre Test | 100% #1/10 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter SUV / 4x4 Tyre Test | -2.2 | Same test |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 is highly regarded as a premium, long-lasting winter tire that excels in demanding snowy and icy conditions. Users consistently praise its reliability and safety across diverse vehicle types, noting that it provides a balanced performance that prioritizes winter traction without sacrificing comfort or tread longevity.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and confidence in deep snow, slush, and icy conditions.
- Impressive tread life and durability over long-term usage.
- Consistent, safe performance across a wide variety of winter weather scenarios.
- High levels of ride comfort and low noise levels on dry pavement.
Cons
- Slightly less responsive handling on dry, cold roads compared to specialized dry-weather winter tires.
- Premium pricing typical of the Michelin brand.
- Performance is optimized for winter, which may feel less sharp in mild, dry conditions.
Observations
- Proven versatility across a wide range of vehicle architectures, including 4x4 SUVs like the Range Rover Evoque and Ford Ranger, as well as 2WD passenger cars and commercial vans.
- Demonstrated capability in extreme mountainous terrain with steep inclines and tight hairpins, confirming its suitability for heavy-duty winter use.
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 · Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 | B · Pirelli Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Ultra High Performance tires | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | — | 44 |
| Rim diameters | — | 17″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | — | 10/32″ |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
88
/ 100
Michelin
81
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 — better treadwear, comfort and handling. Pick the Pirelli Scorpion Winter if noise and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Pirelli Scorpion Winter scores 85 vs 62 on noise.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 scores 95 vs 73 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 scores 93 vs 80 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 scores 93 vs 80 on handling.
Tire A · Michelin Latitude Alpin 2
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.