Scorpion Winter

About the Pirelli Scorpion Winter

Winter Passenger SUV/CUV tire.

Features

* Circumferential grooves: two and four groove version* New mould profile* Directional and symmetric tread pattern design with modular block geometry and sipe layout* New tread pattern compound with innovative materials* Pirelli Noise Cancelling System™ (NCS) - select items only* Pirelli Seal Inside™ (S-I) puncture proof technology - select items only* Pirelli ELECT™ (ELT) electric/hybrid tire technology – select items only* M+S Rated* Carries the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) symbol

Benefits

* Improved handling on snowy surfaces and reduces the braking distance in all winter driving conditions* Improves traction, lateral force during cornering, slalom and lane change situations* Excellent wet handling and wet braking performance* Significantly reduces noise inside the vehicle - select items only* Allows you to drive on without losing air pressure even after the tire has been punctured by an external object - select items only* Meets the required performance criteria for Use in Severe Snow Conditions

Understanding the 265/45R21 XL size

In the size code 265/45R21, 265 is the section width in millimetres (about 10.4"). 45 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 45% of the width, or roughly 119.3 mm. R21 means radial construction on a 21-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 30.4".

The load index 108 means each tire supports up to 2,205 lbs — about 8,820 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol W certifies the tire to 168 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.

What the Pirelli Scorpion Winter is built for

The Pirelli Scorpion Winter is a winter tire, using a cold-weather compound that stays pliable below 45°F (7°C) where all-season rubber hardens and loses grip. It carries the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol, meaning it passed a standardised severe-snow traction test. Fitment category: Passenger Car, SUV/CUV.

Price and value

At $334.34 per tire, a full set of four costs $1337.36. That is about 10% above the average of the 36 tires we stock in this size, reflecting its position in the range.