All-season tire Updated September 2026

Pirelli Scorpion STR review

Name: Pirelli Scorpion STR
Brand: Pirelli

Relative score from owner reviews only

Owners 60 · 57 reviews analysed

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The Pirelli Scorpion STR is widely regarded as a durable, long-lasting all-season tire that excels in highway comfort and consistent performance across varied road conditions. While many users praise its longevity and reliability for towing and daily commuting, a segment of the user base reports inconsistent experiences regarding tread life and noise levels as the tires age.

What owners say

No road-test results yet, so every score here comes from owner reviews found online.

How scores work

Relative score: 0–100. Blends road tests (60%) and owner reviews (40%) category by category, the same way on every TireWheelGuide page. With only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from it, so the score stays closer to average. It needs at least one road test or five owner reviews.
Road tests: 0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
Owner reviews: 0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.

By owner reviews

60/100

From 57 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.

Would buy again 68%

Dry

Overall dry

Corner stability

60.9

Dry traction

62.6

Steering response

60.7

Wet

Overall wet

65.4

Hydroplaning resistance

63.1

Wet traction

Snow & ice

Overall snow & ice

54.8

Light snow

57.1

Heavy snow

54.3

Ice

Comfort

Overall comfort

55.5

Ride comfort

58.5

Noise

Overall noise

63.7

Treadwear

Overall treadwear

56.9

Handling

Overall handling

62.3

Off-road

Overall off-road

Dirt

65.9

Sand

62.5

Mud

59.4

Rock

63.4

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Pirelli Scorpion STR specs & sizes

Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.

Specifications
Tread depth	10/32″
UTQG	520 A A
Treadwear warranty	65,000 mi
Sidewall	Blackwall
Max pressure	44 psi

Size	Retailer
235/55 R17	Amazon
255/70 R18	Amazon
245/50 R20	Amazon
275/55 R20	Amazon

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What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 57 owner reviews found online.

Pros

Exceptional tread life and durability, with many users reporting 40,000 to 80,000+ miles of use.
Quiet and comfortable ride quality, particularly on highway surfaces.
Strong performance in wet and snowy conditions, providing a secure, surefooted feel.
Excellent versatility for light off-road use, gravel, and towing applications.

Cons

Increased road noise and potential for rougher ride quality as the tread wears down.
Inconsistent tread life reports, with some users experiencing premature wear compared to expectations.
Mixed feedback on wet-weather grip, with some users finding it inferior to dedicated summer or high-performance alternatives.
Occasional reports of sidewall vulnerability or structural issues under heavy use.

Worth knowing

Owners of heavy SUVs and crossovers like the Volvo XC70 and Land Rover Discovery report high satisfaction with longevity, often citing the tire as a reliable OE replacement.
Users with high-torque vehicles or those who frequently tow heavy loads report that the tire maintains stability and traction better than more aggressive off-road alternatives.
Some users noted that the tire's performance characteristics, particularly noise, become more pronounced on 17-inch and larger fitments as the tire reaches the end of its service life.