74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
71/100
3 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Michelin Pilot Alpin PA2 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
80
/ 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 handling, dry and wet. Pick the Michelin Pilot Alpin PA2 if treadwear and snow 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 24
Why this score
| Source | Pilot Alpin PA2 | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 94 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Scorpion Winter leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | Pilot Alpin PA2 | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 81 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 57 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Pilot Alpin PA2 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Pilot Alpin PA2 | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 81 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 78 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Scorpion Winter leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Pilot Alpin PA2 | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Pilot Alpin PA2 | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 73 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Pilot Alpin PA2 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Pilot Alpin PA2 | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 72 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 73 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Scorpion Winter leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | Pilot Alpin PA2 | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Michelin Pilot Alpin PA2 | Pirelli Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 80 |
| Dry | 67 | 91 |
| Wet | 66 | 82 |
| Snow | 82 | 78 |
| Comfort | 77 | 80 |
| Noise | – | 85 |
| Treadwear | 92 | 73 |
| Handling | 50 | 80 |
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Headline score
74
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Michelin Pilot Alpin PA2 receives a largely negative consensus from users, who frequently report unpredictable handling and poor traction in wet and icy conditions. While some users acknowledge the tire's longevity and quiet operation, the lack of feedback and sudden loss of grip significantly undermine driver confidence.
Pros
- Quiet operation during normal driving
- Long tread life over multiple winter seasons
- Acceptable performance in fresh snow
Cons
- Dangerous loss of grip on wet and greasy road surfaces
- Poor performance and lack of traction on ice
- Sudden, unpredictable breakaway characteristics
- High susceptibility to aquaplaning
Observations
- Users report that the tire's performance limitations are consistent across both dry and wet asphalt conditions.
- The tire is noted as being outdated compared to newer iterations like the Pilot Alpin PA3 and PA4.
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 Pilot Alpin PA2 | B · Pirelli Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter High Performance tires | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | 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?
74
/ 100
Michelin
80
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli Scorpion Winter — better handling, dry and wet. Pick the Michelin Pilot Alpin PA2 if treadwear and snow matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Pirelli Scorpion Winter scores 80 vs 50 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli Scorpion Winter scores 91 vs 67 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Pilot Alpin PA2 scores 92 vs 73 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Scorpion Winter scores 82 vs 66 on wet.
Tire A · Michelin Pilot Alpin PA2
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.