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Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II review

The Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II is highly regarded for its exceptional winter performance, particularly in snow and ice conditions where it provides reliable traction and braking control. While users consistently praise its longevity and safety, the tire is frequently noted for producing higher levels of road noise compared to standard tires.

Relative score
81/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
81/100
7 reviews
Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II
Scores

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

80.9%
Would buy again 80%
Dry
Overall dry
79.9%
Corner stability
88%
Dry traction
82%
Steering response
86%
Wet
Overall wet
80.2%
Wet traction
76%
Snow & ice
Overall snow & ice
88.9%
Comfort
Overall comfort
72.1%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
82.9%
Handling
Overall handling
81%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 7 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II is highly regarded for its exceptional winter performance, particularly in snow and ice conditions where it provides reliable traction and braking control. While users consistently praise its longevity and safety, the tire is frequently noted for producing higher levels of road noise compared to standard tires.

Pros

  • Exceptional grip and braking performance on snow and ice
  • Impressive tread longevity and durability over multiple seasons
  • High level of driver confidence and vehicle control in adverse weather
  • Reliable performance even after several years of use

Cons

  • Noticeable road noise during operation
  • Higher price point relative to some competitors
  • Mixed value perception among some users

Worth knowing

  • Users operating smaller vehicles, such as the Renault Modus, reported excellent hill-climbing capability in heavy snow conditions.
  • The tire maintains consistent performance characteristics across both city driving and long-distance winter travel, including extreme arctic conditions.
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