Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 vs Vredestein Quatrac
Looking deeper, pattern strength emerges: Pirelli repeatedly tops dry braking (up to 8% shorter) and often leads snow traction/handling, while also showing notably low rolling resistance and abrasion in key tests. Vredestein repeatedly excels in wet braking and wet handling, is quieter, and posts materially better wear and value scores. Your choice hinges on whether you prioritise all-round precision and dry/snow security (Pirelli) or wet-weather stopping with lower running costs (Vredestein).
Test Results
Independent comparison tyre tests are the best source of data to get tyre information from, and the good news is there have been five tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 | three | |
| Vredestein Quatrac | two |
While it might look like the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 is better than the Vredestein Quatrac purely based on the higher number of test wins, tyres are very complicated objects which means where one tyre is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tyres compare across multiple tyre test categories.
Key Strengths
- Best-in-test all-round balance with multiple overall wins (2025 AutoBild, 2024 Auto Express)
- Consistently shortest dry braking (up to ~8% better) and strong dry handling precision
- Excellent aquaplaning resistance and stable snow traction/handling
- Low rolling resistance/abrasion in key tests, supporting efficiency and tread integrity
- Class-leading wet braking and competitive wet handling in multiple tests
- Superior wear and value (e.g., ~+30% mileage; lower cost per 1,000 km)
- Quieter operation and good overall refinement
- Balanced performance with strong safety reserves, especially in the wet
Dry Braking
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during four dry braking tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 stopped the vehicle in 6.88% less distance than the Vredestein Quatrac.
Best In Dry Braking: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during two dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was 1.27% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Quatrac.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Vredestein Quatrac was better during two wet braking tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac stopped the vehicle in 0.5% less distance than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Wet Braking: Vredestein Quatrac
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Vredestein Quatrac was better during two wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac was 1.19% faster around a wet lap than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Vredestein Quatrac
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Vredestein Quatrac was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac was 0.42% faster around a wet circle than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Wet Circle: Vredestein Quatrac
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during two straight aqua tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 floated at a 2.94% higher speed than the Vredestein Quatrac.
Best In Straight Aqua: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during two curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 slipped out at a 2.43% higher speed than the Vredestein Quatrac.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Snow Braking
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Vredestein Quatrac was better during two snow braking tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac stopped the vehicle in 4.45% less distance than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Snow Braking: Vredestein Quatrac
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Snow Traction
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during two snow traction tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 had 3.08% better snow traction than the Vredestein Quatrac.
Best In Snow Traction: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Snow Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during two snow handling [km/h] tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was 0.66% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Quatrac.
Best In Snow Handling [Km/H]: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Snow Circle
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during one snow circle tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 provided 5.47% more lateral grip than the Vredestein Quatrac.
Best In Snow Circle: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Snow Slalom
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during one snow slalom tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was 3.64% faster through a slalom than the Vredestein Quatrac.
Best In Snow Slalom: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Noise
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Vredestein Quatrac was better during two noise tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac measured 1.11% quieter than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Noise: Vredestein Quatrac
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Wear
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Vredestein Quatrac was better during two wear tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac is predicted to cover 14.07% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Wear: Vredestein Quatrac
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Value
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Vredestein Quatrac was better during two value tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac proved to have a 22.69% better value based on price/1000km than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Value: Vredestein Quatrac
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during one rolling resistance tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 had a 4.28% lower rolling resistance than the Vredestein Quatrac.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Quatrac was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac used 2.96% less fuel than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Vredestein Quatrac
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Abrasion
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 lost 7.73% less particle wear matter than the Vredestein Quatrac.
Best In Abrasion: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Real World Driver Reviews
Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Driver Reviews
Across 42 reviews, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 is praised for excellent wet braking, strong dry handling that feels close to a summer tyre, and surprisingly capable snow traction for an all-season. Many drivers highlight low noise, good ride comfort, high-speed stability, and promising wear for year-round use. A minority reported quality-control issues (out-of-round/vibrations), and several enthusiasts noted softer sidewalls with reduced steering precision in warmer temperatures. Overall sentiment is strongly positive, with minor caveats around manufacturing consistency and warm-weather steering feel.
Based on 42 reviews with an average rating of 83%
Vredestein Quatrac Driver Reviews
Drivers largely praise the Vredestein Quatrac for excellent wet grip, strong snow and cold-weather traction, and impressive tread life, with many noting quiet, comfortable cruising. Handling in the dry is generally good, though a few find it less engaging than top summer options and mention elevated noise on some cars. A small minority report poor wet/dry grip or noise concerns, but high-scoring reviews emphasize balanced all-season performance and value. Overall, the Quatrac delivers dependable year-round capability with standout wet performance and durability.
Based on 28 reviews with an average rating of 82%
In dry conditions manages to have acceptable levels of grip in a straight line, slight wheel spin sometimes but cannot complain since the M2 is RWD 365bhp.
Very strong tyre in the dry and super progressive, really lets you know when it does begin to slip when doing spirited driving. A big strong point as these tyres still allow the vehicle to be driven in a sporting manner.
In the wet they are okay for wet straight line grip, it spins up pretty... Continue reading this review using the link below
Conclusion
The Vredestein Quatrac is the wet-road specialist with better wet braking in multiple tests, strong wet handling balance, lower noise, and a clear edge in wear and value (notably +30% mileage and better fuel use in AutoBild 2024). If you drive mostly in rainy climates and care about running costs, it's highly compelling. If you want the safest feel across the widest range-especially shorter dry stops and planted snow traction-Pirelli is the safer bet. The practical takeaway: Pirelli for balanced, sporty precision and dry/snow security; Vredestein for wet stopping power, quietness, and wallet-friendliness.
Key Differences
- Overall results: Pirelli 3 test wins vs Vredestein 2, highlighting Pirelli's broader consistency
- Dry braking: Pirelli clearly ahead across all shared measurements (up to ~8% shorter)
- Wet braking/handling: Vredestein often superior in braking and handling, Pirelli better in aquaplaning
- Snow: Pirelli leads traction and handling; Vredestein often stops shorter in snow braking
- Efficiency and running costs: Vredestein shows longer wear and better value; Pirelli can post lower rolling resistance/abrasion in some tests
- Comfort/noise: Vredestein is generally quieter; Pirelli skews sportier with crisper turn-in
Overall Winner: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tyre has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tyre buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tyre industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tyres in the same test.
Why is this important? Tyre testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tyre test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tyre tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tyre Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tyre comparison, Tyre Reviews doesn't.