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Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3

All Season
Price from: £88 70 Sizes
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#1 all-season tyres 2026
Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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9.3 /10 Recommended

The new Pirelli all-season tire really impressed us! It’s the first all-season tire that feels safe in all conditions including snow while also letting drivers enjoy a spirited drive. The handling and steering feedback on dry roads is fantastic, comparable to a summer tire.

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27 Tests Price from: £88 70 Sizes 3PMSF M+S

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See how this tyre stacks up against its closest rivals across all tested properties

PirelliThis tyre
Cinturato All Season SF3
9.3
BridgestonePremium
Turanza All Season 6
8.7
Better at: Mileage
Worse at: Ice traction, Snow handling
ContinentalPremium
AllSeasonContact 2
8.7
Better at: Mileage, Rolling resistance
Worse at: Dry braking
GoodYearPremium
Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
8.0
Better at: Mileage
Worse at: Dry braking, Dry handling
PirelliPremium
Cinturato All Season SF2
8.5
Better at: Exterior noise
Worse at: Dry handling, Dry braking
GoodYearPremium
Vector 4Seasons SUV Gen-3
8.9
Worse at: Dry braking, Wet braking
MichelinPremium
CrossClimate 3
6.7
Better at: Snow braking, Snow handling
Worse at: Wet handling, Dry braking
MichelinPremium
CrossClimate 2
9.2
Better at: Mileage, Rolling resistance
Worse at: Ice traction, Wet handling
VredesteinPremium
Quatrac
9.0
Better at: Wet handling - objective, Wet braking
Worse at: Dry braking, Dry handling
MichelinPremium
CrossClimate 3 Sport
8.3
Better at: Rolling resistance, Snow braking
Worse at: Comfort
VredesteinPremium
Quatrac Pro 2
9.0
Better at: Snow braking
Worse at: Mileage, Dry braking
VredesteinPremium
Quatrac Pro+
6.7
Worse at: Snow braking, Snow handling
ContinentalPremium
AllSeasonContact
7.2
Worse at: Dry braking, Dry handling
VredesteinPremium
Quatrac Pro
6.8
Better at: Snow braking, Exterior noise
Worse at: Dry braking, Wet handling
NokianUpper-middle
Seasonproof 2
6.9
Worse at: Dry handling, Wet handling
KleberUpper-middle
Quadraxer 3
8.0
Better at: Snow braking, Rolling resistance
Worse at: Wet handling, Dry handling

Pros & Cons

Strengths

Exceptional all-weather performance with outstanding dry braking distances, fast lap times, and reliable traction on both dry and wet surfaces.

Superior aquaplaning resistance that ensures excellent stability and safety in heavy rain.

Excellent winter capabilities with impressive snow and ice traction and handling.

Precise handling with direct, responsive steering for dynamic, agile driving.

Low noise levels provide a quieter driving experience.

Weaknesses

Shorter tread life due to higher wear, which can reduce the tire's longevity.

Higher purchase cost that impacts overall value compared to competitors.

Slightly longer braking distances in snowy conditions, despite excellent traction and handling.

Reviews

9.2
145 Reviews

Customers like

Strong wet grip15×
Quiet running9×
Good winter and snow performance9×
Good dry grip7×
Comfortable ride6×

Customers don't like

Limited rim protection2×
Harsh ride over bumps2×

History

Cinturato All Season SF22021–20248.5Cinturato All Season SF32024–20269.3
2024

Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was launched and replaced Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2.

2024
6× Tested3× Winner
ALVOLANTE225/50 R171st
Autobild225/40 R181stExemplary
TYRE REVIEWS235/35 R191stTest winner
AUTOBILD225/50 R17#2
Tyre Reviews205/55 R16#3Highly recommended
AUTOBILD225/50 R17#5Good
2025
9× Tested7× Winner
Die Reifentester195/55 R161stVery good
AUTOBILD245/45 R181stExemplary
Tyre Reviews205/45 R171stTest winner
Autobild225/40 R181stExemplary
Autobild215/50 R181stExemplary
Autoexpress225/45 R171stTest winner
Autobild225/45 R181stExemplary
Aftonbladet225/45 R17#2
Autobild225/40 R18#3
2026
12× Tested3× Winner
Die Reifentester225/40 R181stVery good
AUTO ZEITUNG225/45 R171stHighly recommended
Auto Express205/55 R161st
ADAC185/65 R15#2Satisfactory
AUTO BILD225/45 R17#2Exemplary
AUTO BILD225/45 R17#2
Automotorsport195/55 R16#3Very good
Tyre Reviews225/40 R18#3
AvD225/50 R17#3Highly recommended
AUTO BILD215/55 R18#3Good
AUTO BILD225/40 R18#4Exemplary
Autobild102V#5
Price vs Quality
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Tests (27)

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27 Tests 13× Winner 19× Recommended
AUTO ZEITUNG All Season
225/45 R17
Winner
AUTO ZEITUNG2026
1stHighly recommended
VW Golf GTI
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ADAC All Season
185/65 R15
#2 Of 16 Tyres
ADAC2026
2ndSatisfactory
Skoda Fabia
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AUTO BILD All Season
225/45 R17
#2 Of 15 Tyres
AUTO BILD2026
2ndExemplary
Dry braking: 37 mWet braking: 43.3 m
VW Golf; VW Golf GTI
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AUTO BILD All Season
225/45 R17
#2 Of 30 Tyres
AUTO BILD2026
2nd
Dry braking: 37 mWet braking: 43.3 m
VW Golf; VW Golf GTI
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Automotorsport All Season
195/55 R16
#3 Of 9 Tyres
Automotorsport2026
3rdVery good
Hyundai i20
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Tyre Reviews All Season
225/40 R18
#3 Of 10 Tyres
Tyre Reviews2026
3rd
Dry braking: 35.5 mWet braking: 33.74 m
VW Golf GTI Clubsport
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AvD All Season
225/50 R17
#3 Of 12 Tyres
AvD2026
3rdHighly recommended
BMW 3er
1.Continental AllSeasonContact 2Highly recommended
2.Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6Highly recommended
3.Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3Highly recommended
4.Michelin CrossClimate 3Highly recommended
AUTO BILD All Season
215/55 R18
#3 Of 8 Tyres
AUTO BILD2026
3rdGood
Dry braking: 39.5 mWet braking: 41.7 m
Kia EV3; Cupra Born
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AUTO BILD All Season
225/40 R18
#4 Of 5 Tyres
AUTO BILD2026
4thExemplary
Dry braking: 36.8 mWet braking: 51.8 m
VW Golf R
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Autobild All Season
102V
#5 Of 12 Tyres
Autobild2026
5th
Dry braking: 39.33 mWet braking: 53.1 m
Mini Countryman
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AUTOBILD All Season
245/45 R18
Winner
AUTOBILD2025
1stExemplary
Cupra Formentor
Tyre Reviews All Season
205/45 R17
Winner
Tyre Reviews2025
1stTest winner
Mazda MX-5
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Autobild All Season
225/40 R18
Winner
Autobild2025
1stExemplary
VW Golf GTI
Autoexpress All Season
225/45 R17
Winner
Autoexpress2025
1stTest winner
Dry braking: 100.0 mWet braking: 98.3 m
VW Golf VIII, Škoda Octavia
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Autobild All Season
225/40 R18
#3 Of 30 Tyres
Autobild2025
3rd
Dry braking: 38.0 mWet braking: 46.3 m
VW Golf GTI
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Autobild All Season
225/40 R18
Winner
Autobild2024
1stExemplary
AUTOBILD All Season
225/50 R17
#2 Of 37 Tyres
AUTOBILD2024
2nd
Dry braking: 36.9 mWet braking: 53.5 m
BMW 3er
Tyre Reviews All Season
205/55 R16
#3 Of 7 Tyres
Tyre Reviews2024
3rdHighly recommended
VW Golf
AUTOBILD All Season
225/50 R17
#5 Of 15 Tyres
AUTOBILD2024
5thGood
BMW 3er

Sizes (70)

185/65 R15From £88

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Ratings

Tested 19× By professional organizations

●Exemplary16× (84%)
●Satisfactory3× (16%)

Performance by size

xxx/xx R15 8.5xxx/xx R16 10.0xxx/xx R17 9.8xxx/xx R18 9.8xxx/xx R19 10.0185/xx Rxx 8.5195/xx Rxx 10.0205/xx Rxx 10.0215/xx Rxx 9.3225/xx Rxx 9.9235/xx Rxx 10.0245/xx Rxx 10.0

Frequently asked questions

Is this tyre suitable for SUVs?
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.

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