84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
94/100
13 professional tests
User signal (40%)
87/100
68 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2 vs Vredestein Quatrac 3 — 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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82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
84/100
49 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2 — better comfort, treadwear and dry. Pick the Vredestein Quatrac 3 if snow and handling 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)
Cinturato All Season SF2 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato All Season SF2 | Quatrac 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 81 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Cinturato All Season SF2 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato All Season SF2 | Quatrac 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 86 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Quatrac 3 leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato All Season SF2 | Quatrac 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 71 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 100 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Cinturato All Season SF2 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato All Season SF2 | Quatrac 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 77 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato All Season SF2 | Quatrac 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 61 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Cinturato All Season SF2 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato All Season SF2 | Quatrac 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 76 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Quatrac 3 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Cinturato All Season SF2 | Quatrac 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 76 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2 | Vredestein Quatrac 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 84 | 82 |
| Dry | 89 | 81 |
| Wet | 87 | 86 |
| Snow | 76 | 100 |
| Comfort | 96 | 77 |
| Noise | 72 | – |
| Treadwear | 85 | 76 |
| Handling | 71 | 76 |
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Headline score
84
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2 is generally regarded as a comfortable, quiet, and fuel-efficient all-season tire that excels in daily commuting and wet-weather conditions. While many users praise its longevity and balanced performance, a subset of drivers reports significant issues with road noise, sidewall stability at higher speeds, and inconsistent quality control regarding balancing.
Pros
- Excellent ride comfort and low road noise levels
- Strong wet and dry traction for daily driving
- Improved fuel economy due to low rolling resistance
- Solid tread life and durability for high-mileage commuters
Cons
- Reports of excessive road noise on certain vehicles
- Soft sidewalls leading to a 'jelly-like' feel during spirited cornering or high-speed maneuvers
- Inconsistent quality control, specifically regarding tire balancing and vibration issues
- Mixed performance reviews in heavy snow and ice conditions
Observations
- EV and hybrid owners frequently highlight the tire's low noise and rolling resistance as key benefits for their vehicles.
- Drivers of performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., BMW 3 Series, VW GTI) noted that while the tire is excellent for daily use, it lacks the sharp steering precision of dedicated summer tires.
- Users noted that the tire's sidewall characteristics can negatively impact handling stability when fitted to the rear axle of certain hatchbacks.
The Vredestein Quatrac 3 is widely regarded as a highly capable all-season tire that excels in adverse weather conditions, particularly snow, ice, and mud. While users consistently praise its winter performance and safety, the consensus is that it functions as a compromise, with some users reporting increased road noise as the tread wears and variable longevity depending on vehicle weight and driving style.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and confidence in snow, ice, and slushy conditions.
- Strong, predictable performance in wet and cold weather.
- Provides a reliable, safe alternative to dedicated winter tires for rural or unpredictable climates.
- Good value proposition compared to premium competitors.
Cons
- Significant increase in road noise and 'droning' as the tire wears past the 10,000-mile mark.
- Inconsistent tread life, with some users reporting rapid wear on heavier vehicles or under high-load conditions.
- Noticeable compromise in dry-weather handling and steering sharpness compared to dedicated summer tires.
- Occasional reports of high-pitched noise or 'hissing' on damp road surfaces.
Observations
- Users with lighter vehicles (e.g., small hatchbacks) generally report better tread longevity and satisfaction compared to those with heavier estates or SUVs.
- The tire is frequently praised for transforming the comfort and road-holding of smaller vehicles, such as the Mazda MX5 or Ford Fiesta.
- Heavy-duty use, such as towing or driving on rough, twisty roads, significantly accelerates tread wear.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2 | B · Vredestein Quatrac 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | All Season High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
84
/ 100
Pirelli
82
/ 100
Vredestein
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2 — better comfort, treadwear and dry. Pick the Vredestein Quatrac 3 if snow and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Vredestein Quatrac 3 scores 100 vs 76 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2 scores 96 vs 77 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2 scores 85 vs 76 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2 scores 89 vs 81 on dry.
Tire A · Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2
Tire B · Vredestein Quatrac 3
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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.