Tests 73 · 8 tests Owners 61 · 311 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 12 in 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested (dry braking)
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Pirelli Cinturato P7 vs Pirelli Scorpion Verde — Compared
Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 8 + 4 road tests and 311 + 1,304 owner reviews. How we score
Cinturato P7 is ahead, 68–62
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Tests 68 · 4 tests Owners 57 · 1,304 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 8 in 2018 All Road 265/60 R18 4x4 Tyre Test (wet braking)
“My mom's mercedes GLC300 came with pirelli scorpion Verde tires and they have 1/32" measured left on the wear bars after less than 30k miles. My mother drives like a grandma too. They're fine for turns and pep on Florida roads but absurdly short wear time.”
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
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72
Dry
Cinturato P7 +963Why this score
Source Cinturato P7 Scorpion Verde Professional tests (TWG score) · 7 / 4 tests 78 69 Reviews found online 64 56 Cinturato P7: 60% × 78.3 + 40% × 63.5 = 72
Scorpion Verde: 60% × 68.7 + 40% × 55.6 = 63
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75
Wet
Cinturato P7 +966Why this score
Source Cinturato P7 Scorpion Verde Professional tests (TWG score) · 7 / 4 tests 80 70 Reviews found online 68 61 Cinturato P7: 60% × 80 + 40% × 68.3 = 75
Scorpion Verde: 60% × 70.2 + 40% × 60.8 = 66
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61
Snow
Scorpion Verde +364Why this score
Source Cinturato P7 Scorpion Verde Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 65 (est.) ≈ 67 (est.) Reviews found online 54 60 Cinturato P7: 60% × 65.3 (est.) + 40% × 54.1 = 61
Scorpion Verde: 60% × 67.1 (est.) + 40% × 59.9 = 64
No road tests of snow for Cinturato P7. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.32).
No road tests of snow for Scorpion Verde. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.32).
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72
Comfort
Cinturato P7 +1656Why this score
Source Cinturato P7 Scorpion Verde Professional tests (TWG score) · 3 / 1 tests 89 52 Reviews found online 61 58 Cinturato P7: 40% × 89.4 + 60% × 60.8 = 72
Scorpion Verde: 40% × 52.2 + 60% × 58 = 56
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63
Noise
Scorpion Verde +366Why this score
Source Cinturato P7 Scorpion Verde Professional tests (TWG score) · 6 / 4 tests 61 75 Reviews found online 65 54 Cinturato P7: 60% × 61.1 + 40% × 65.4 = 63
Scorpion Verde: 60% × 74.9 + 40% × 53.8 = 66
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58
Treadwear
Cinturato P7 +157Why this score
Source Cinturato P7 Scorpion Verde Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / – tests 61 ≈ 61 (est.) Reviews found online 55 51 Cinturato P7: 60% × 60.6 + 40% × 55 = 58
Scorpion Verde: 60% × 61 (est.) + 40% × 51.3 = 57
No road tests of treadwear for Scorpion Verde. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.36).
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63
Handling (owners)
Cinturato P7 +558Why this score
Source Cinturato P7 Scorpion Verde Reviews found online 63 58 -
75
Efficiency
Cinturato P7 +273Why this score
Source Cinturato P7 Scorpion Verde Professional tests (TWG score) · 6 / 4 tests 75 73
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli Cinturato P7 | Pirelli Scorpion Verde |
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| Relative Score | 68 | 62 |
| Dry | 72 | 63 |
| Wet | 75 | 66 |
| Snow | 61 | 64 |
| Comfort | 72 | 56 |
| Noise | 63 | 66 |
| Treadwear | 58 | 57 |
| Handling (owners) | 63 | 58 |
| Efficiency | 75 | 73 |
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Headline score
68
/ 100
Cinturato P7
62
/ 100
Scorpion Verde
The professional test results behind the scores
Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.
| Discipline | Category | Cinturato P7 | Scorpion Verde | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 95% #7/8 · 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | 93% #9/10 · 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 99% #6/8 · 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | 99% #7/10 · 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 95% #8/7 · 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | 96% #3/10 · 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 96% #6/8 · 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | 89% #9/10 · 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 98% #7/8 · 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | 98% #7/10 · 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | Comfort | 100% #1/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | 50% #7/8 · 2020 ViBilagare SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Noise | Noise | 96% #9/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | 99% #2/10 · 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Noise (tester's mark) | Noise | 67% #4/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | 50% #6/8 · 2020 ViBilagare SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 100% #1/8 · 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | 90% #3/10 · 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Price | Cost | 51% #10/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | 70% #9/10 · 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Grass Traction | Off-road | 82% #10/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | 96% #6/10 · 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Mud Traction | Off-road | 72% #12/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | 92% #5/10 · 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Sand Traction | Off-road | 90% #9/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | 95% #5/10 · 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #6/8 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | #5/7 2025 Autobild Pirelli All-Terrain Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A Cinturato P7
Pros
- Exceptionally quiet and comfortable ride quality when new
- Strong dry traction, stability, and confident cornering grip
- Low rolling resistance contributing to improved fuel economy
Cons
- Faster-than-expected tread wear and reduced mileage lifespan
- Noticeable increase in road noise and harshness as the tread wears down
- Subpar wet-weather and cold-temperature grip compared to competitors
Tire B Scorpion Verde
Pros
- Low road noise and enhanced ride comfort
- Good fuel economy and low rolling resistance
- Reliable handling and stability in dry and wet conditions
Cons
- Rapid and premature tread wear reported by several drivers
- Poor aquaplaning resistance and reduced traction in heavy rain or standing water
- Prone to developing noticeable road roar or vibration as they age
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Pirelli Cinturato P7
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Tire B
Mixed
Pirelli Scorpion Verde
Community sentiment for the Pirelli Scorpion Verde is mixed, with users frequently praising its low road noise, dry handling, and comfortable everyday ride. However, many drivers report disappointing tread longevity, premature cracking or chunking, and significantly degraded performance in winter conditions and heavy rain as the tires wear.
r/GrandCherokee
·1 upvote ·2025-03-31
“2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee came w/Pirelli Scorpion Verde 265/50R20 and didn't even get 20k miles out of them. Worst tires I've ever driven on, driving on Interstate during rain and tires hydroplaning so much it felt like my lug nuts were falling off. Replaced w/Goodyear Wrangler Steadfast and way better tire thus far.”
teslamotorsclub.com
·2021-06-18
“I have had both the Scorpion Verde (all season plus II) and the Scorpion Zero's I find that the Pirelli's last longer than the ConitSilent's that our X came with at delivery. Have 171k miles on the X, so we've been through a few sets now.”
r/VolvoXC90
·31 upvotes ·2025-02-19
“Are Pirelli Scorpion Verde really that ‘not awesome’? Took our fair weather Georgia ‘23 B6 up to Michigan this past week. Great stuff, except for some slipping and sliding. I’ve read in this forum that some folks are not fans of the stock Pirelli Scorpion Verde tires. But it wasn’t enough for me to consider alternatives prior to our trip, like replacing the 32k mile tires or buying dedicated winter tires. We won’t do such trips often, once a year max. Now I’ve go my eye on the future as the Pirellis wear out. When temps were below <20F (-6C) there was some slipping and sliding when I wasn’t expecting it. My sister’s rented Atlas did not seem to suffer the same behavior. (I assume stock all season.) Any help calibrating my expectations would be welcomed. PS: we did have chains in the trunk if conditions got really bad.”
Top themes
#low road noise#poor winter traction#premature tread wear#wet handling concerns#sidewall cracking issues#dry pavement comfort
Based on 64 community posts
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Pirelli Cinturato P7 | B · Pirelli Scorpion Verde |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | Summer |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 49 | 66 |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 21″ | 16″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 10/32″ |
| UTQG | 500 A A | 600 A A |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | 51 psi |
| Sizes in common | 6 | 6 |
Which one should you actually buy?
68
/ 100
Pirelli Cinturato P7
62
/ 100
Pirelli Scorpion Verde
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato P7 — better comfort, dry and wet. Pick the Pirelli Scorpion Verde if snow and noise matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli Cinturato P7 scores 72 vs 56 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli Cinturato P7 scores 72 vs 63 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Cinturato P7 scores 75 vs 66 on wet.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Pirelli Scorpion Verde scores 64 vs 61 on snow.
Tire A · Pirelli Cinturato P7
Tire B · Pirelli Scorpion Verde
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Cinturato P7 or Scorpion Verde?
Which is better in the wet, Cinturato P7 or Scorpion Verde?
Pirelli Cinturato P7, 75 vs 66 on our wet score.
Which grips better on dry roads, Cinturato P7 or Scorpion Verde?
Pirelli Cinturato P7, 72 vs 63 on our dry score.
Which is better in snow, Cinturato P7 or Scorpion Verde?
Pirelli Scorpion Verde, 64 vs 61 on our snow score.
Which is quieter, Cinturato P7 or Scorpion Verde?
Pirelli Scorpion Verde, 66 vs 63 on our noise score.
Which is more comfortable, Cinturato P7 or Scorpion Verde?
Pirelli Cinturato P7, 72 vs 56 on our comfort score.
Which lasts longer, Cinturato P7 or Scorpion Verde?
Neither, by our numbers: 58 vs 57 on the treadwear score, within 3 points.
Which rolls more easily, Cinturato P7 or Scorpion Verde?
Neither, by our numbers: 75 vs 73 on the efficiency score, within 3 points.
How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology