Pirelli Cinturato WeatherActive review
The Pirelli Cinturato WeatherActive is widely regarded as a high-performing all-weather tire that excels in wet, icy, and light-to-moderate snowy conditions. Users consistently praise its quiet ride and comfort, though some report concerns regarding tread longevity and compound softness in high-heat environments.
Owners rate it 16.8 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
By owner reviews
91.6%By road tests
74.8%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 14 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Pirelli Cinturato WeatherActive is widely regarded as a high-performing all-weather tire that excels in wet, icy, and light-to-moderate snowy conditions. Users consistently praise its quiet ride and comfort, though some report concerns regarding tread longevity and compound softness in high-heat environments.
Pros
- Exceptional wet weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Impressive winter performance on ice and snow for an all-weather tire
- Low road noise levels and high ride comfort
- Predictable handling and confident grip in varied temperatures
Cons
- Rapid tread wear reported by some users
- Soft compound may be prone to damage or premature failure in hot climates
- Not a direct replacement for dedicated winter tires in extreme conditions
- Potential for reduced EV range due to increased rolling resistance
Worth knowing
- EV owners noted a measurable decrease in range, likely attributed to the tire's superior grip and compound characteristics.
- Performance-oriented drivers, such as those with the BRZ or GTI, appreciate the wet-weather handling but note it lacks the sharp steering precision of dedicated summer performance tires.
2 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2025 Car and Driver All Weather tire Test · 225/45 R18
1st of 5
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 2nd of 5 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 5 | |
| Wet Circle | 3rd of 5 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 5 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 5 | |
| Snow Braking | 4th of 5 | |
| Snow Traction | 4th of 5 | |
| Snow Handling | 3rd of 5 | |
| Snow Circle | 5th of 5 |
2024 TireRack All Season and Weather tire Test · 215/55 R17
5th of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 2nd of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 10th of 11 | |
| Snow Braking | 8th of 11 | |
| Snow Traction | 1st of 11 | |
| Snow Handling | 7th of 11 | |
| Ice Braking | 1st of 11 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 10th of 11 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 5th of 11 |
Pirelli Cinturato WeatherActive specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 10/32″ |
| UTQG | 700 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 60,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 51 psi |
TireWheelGuide may earn a commission from purchases made through these links.