Pirelli Scorpion Weatheractive review
The Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive is widely regarded as a high-performing all-weather tire that excels in wet, snowy, and icy conditions. Most users report significant improvements in traction and ride comfort compared to OEM tires, though a small minority of drivers noted concerns regarding handling on specific road surfaces and ice stability.
Owners rate it 19.9 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
93%By road tests
73.1%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 19 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive is widely regarded as a high-performing all-weather tire that excels in wet, snowy, and icy conditions. Most users report significant improvements in traction and ride comfort compared to OEM tires, though a small minority of drivers noted concerns regarding handling on specific road surfaces and ice stability.
Pros
- Exceptional traction in snow, slush, and icy conditions
- Strong wet-weather performance and hydroplaning resistance
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality on dry pavement
- High durability and slow tread wear rates
Cons
- Occasional reports of swaying or instability on ice
- Increased rolling resistance in heavy rain noted by some users
- Feedback can feel numb or 'gliding' on concrete surfaces
- Cornering precision may feel less sharp than dedicated performance touring tires
Worth knowing
- Users with AWD SUVs and crossovers (e.g., Ford Explorer, Chrysler Pacifica) report high confidence in severe winter weather.
- EV owners noted that the tires maintain excellent tread life and quiet operation despite the higher weight of the vehicle.
- Some users observed that the tire's performance characteristics are highly sensitive to proper wheel alignment and tire pressure.
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
The 7 BEST All Weather tires Tested · 225/65 R17
3rd of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 7 | |
| Snow Traction | 5th of 7 | |
| Snow Handling | 5th of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 7 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 6th of 7 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 2nd of 7 | |
| Noise | 1st of 7 | |
| Ice Traction | 1st of 7 | |
| Value | 6th of 7 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 6th of 7 |
Pirelli Scorpion Weatheractive specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 10 - 11/32″ |
| UTQG | 700 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 60,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | 44 - 51 psi |
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