Pirelli Scorpion - Test Results

Test Statistics

4

Tests Completed

3rd

Average Position

1st

Best Result

5th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Pirelli Scorpion - Official Image

Across four summer SUV tests, the Pirelli Scorpion delivers a consistently high all-round performance with standout results in dry braking/handling stability, comfort/noise, efficiency, and light off-road capability. It secured one test win and two podiums (avg. position 2.8), repeatedly finishing near the front in dry and wet braking while excelling in subjective comfort, noise, and rolling resistance-particularly strong in EV-focused metrics (range). Off-road, it leads or ranks near the top on gravel and grass.
Key weaknesses are in aquaplaning resistance and certain dynamic handling disciplines in the wet and dry, where it trends mid-pack to lower mid-pack, including a notable deficit in curved aquaplaning and occasional average dry handling lap speed. Sand traction is also a recurring off-road weak spot.

Performance Strengths
  • Dry Performance Strong
    • 1st place dry braking in 2025 Vi Bilagare EV test (42 m)
    • 2nd place dry braking in 2025 Teknikens Varld (+0.6% from best)
    • 3rd place dry handling speed in 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road (+1.3% from best)
  • Comfort and Noise Strong
    • 1st place subjective comfort in 2025 Vi Bilagare
    • 1st place noise in 2024 Autobild SUV test (68.6 dB)
  • Efficiency / Rolling Resistance and EV Range Strong
    • 1st place rolling resistance in 2024 Autobild SUV (7.2 kg/t)
    • 2nd place range in 2025 Vi Bilagare (392 km, +3.4% from best)
  • Wet Braking and General Wet Grip Moderate
    • 3rd place wet braking in 2025 Vi Bilagare (+3.1% from best)
    • 3rd place wet braking in 2025 Teknikens Varld (+0.4% from best)
    • 4th place wet braking in 2025 Autobild Off-Road (+4.3% from best)
  • Light Off-Road (Gravel/Grass) Moderate
    • 1st place gravel handling in 2025 Autobild Off-Road (61.2 km/h)
    • 3rd place gravel traction in 2024 Autobild SUV (+3.4% from best)
    • 2nd place grass traction in 2024 Autobild SUV (+9.1% from best)
  • Awards/Overall Results Strong
    • 1st overall in 2025 Teknikens Varld (1/8)
    • 2nd overall and "exemplary" in 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road (2/10)
    • 3rd overall in 2025 Vi Bilagare EV (3/7)
Performance Weaknesses
  • Aquaplaning Resistance Strong
    • 9th place curved aquaplaning in 2025 Autobild Off-Road (+17.5% from best)
    • 7th place curved aquaplaning in 2024 Autobild SUV (+6.9% from best)
  • Wet Handling Dynamics Moderate
    • 5th place wet handling in 2025 Vi Bilagare (+2.1% from best)
    • 6th place wet handling in 2025 Autobild Off-Road (+1.8% from best)
    • 5th place wet handling in 2024 Autobild SUV (+3.1% from best)
  • Dry Handling Lap Speed Consistency Moderate
    • 10th place dry handling in 2024 Autobild SUV (+2.1% from best)
    • 3rd place dry handling speed in 2025 Autobild Off-Road (+1.3% from best) showing variability
  • Sand Traction Moderate
    • 10th place sand traction in 2024 Autobild SUV (+21.5% from best)
    • 5th place sand traction in 2025 Autobild Off-Road (+11.6% from best)
Performance Over Time

Test History

1
of 8
2025 Teknikens Varld Summer Tyre Test

2025

The Pirelli Scorpion emerged as the overall test winner, delivering classic performance where grip and excellent road behavior were clear priorities. While slightly noisier than some competitors, t...
Strong:
Dry Braking, Wet Handling
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2
of 10
2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

The Pirelli Scorpion tied for second place, delivering top-level performance on all surfaces. Especially notable for being the quietest tyre in the test. It provides dynamic and secure handling wit...
Strong:
Noise, Gravel Handling
Weak:
Curved Aquaplaning
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3
of 7
2025 Vi Bilagare Summer EV Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV

The Pirelli Scorpion, classified as a "High Performance" rather than "Ultra High Performance" tyre, emphasizes comfort and durability over maximum grip. This approach pays off with the highest comf...
Strong:
Subj. Comfort, Subj. Noise, Dry Braking
Weak:
Range
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5
of 11
2024 Summer SUV Tyre Test

2024
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

Strong:
Noise, Grass Traction, Rolling Resistance
Weak:
Dry Handling, Sand Traction
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