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Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 vs Vredestein Quatrac Pro+

All Season Passenger Car 5 shared tests
Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
TR Score
9.6/10
Owners say
84% · 73
Head to head 5-0 wins in 5 shared tests 2024-2025 · 5 publications
Vredestein Quatrac Pro+
TR Score
8.1/10
Owners say
81% · 15

In the 5 independent tests that ran both tires, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 finished ahead 5 times and the Quatrac Pro+ not once. The Cinturato All Season SF3 stopped 9.8% shorter in the dry; the Quatrac Pro+ was 0.7 dB quieter.

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Which should you buy?

Choose Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 for all-weather safety, precision, and winter confidence, including frequent rain and mixed seasons. Choose Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus if you drive mostly in mild, wet conditions, value a quiet ride and lower upfront cost, and can accept longer dry stops and reduced snow margins.

Where the Cinturato All Season SF3 is stronger

  • Class-leading dry and wet braking across tests (e.g., ~8-12% shorter dry stops)
  • Outstanding aquaplaning resistance (straight and curved, +10-22% advantages)
  • Strong snow/ice traction and confident snow handling
Everything on the Cinturato All Season SF3

Where the Quatrac Pro+ is stronger

  • Comfort 4/7 Was 0.7 dB quieter (5 tests)
Everything on the Quatrac Pro+

The measured tallies (wins out of measurements in the shared tests) come straight from the tables below. The written verdict and bullet points are analysis of those tests and of owner reviews; where they and the figures disagree, the figures are right.

Cinturato All Season SF3 vs Quatrac Pro+ at a glance

Category Cinturato All Season SF3 Gap Quatrac Pro+
Shared tests won5 shared tests 5 0
Dry10 measurements 10 The Cinturato All Season SF3 stopped 9.8% shorter in the dry (5 tests) 0
Wet25 measurements 21 The Cinturato All Season SF3 held 18% more grip in curved aquaplaning (5 tests) 4
Snow18 measurements 16 The Cinturato All Season SF3 stopped 1.9% shorter on snow (5 tests) 2
Ice3 measurements 3 The Cinturato All Season SF3 stopped 7.2% shorter on ice (2 tests) 0
Comfort7 measurements 3 The Quatrac Pro+ was 0.7 dB quieter (5 tests) 4
Value7 measurements 7 The Cinturato All Season SF3 had 9.7% lower rolling resistance (4 tests) 0
Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold 9.6/10 The Cinturato All Season SF3 by 1.5 8.1/10
Owner rating73 and 15 reviews 84% The Cinturato All Season SF3 by 3 points 81%
Would buy againshare of owners 80% Too close to call 79%
Pricein the 5 tests that listed prices +10% The Cinturato All Season SF3 was dearer in 5 of 5 Cheaper
Sizes madeEU label registrations 70 50 sizes made in both 103

Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tires; a tick marks the tire ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.

Head to head in 5 tests, 2024 to 2025

Each row is one published test in which both tires ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.

Test Cinturato All Season SF3 Field Quatrac Pro+
2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tire Test Auto Bild Sportscars · 2025 · 225/45 R18 · BMW 3 Series P1 of 10 P7 of 10
2025 ADAC All Season Tire Test ADAC · 2025 · 225/45 R17 P3 of 16 P9 of 16
2025 Auto Bild All Season Camper Van Tire Test Auto Bild · 2025 · 245/45 R18 P1 of 9 P7 of 9
2024 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test Auto Bild Allrad · 2024 · 245/45 R18 P3 of 10 P7 of 10
The Best All Season Tires for 2024 / 2025 Tire Reviews · 2024 · 235/35 R19 Tire Reviews test P1 of 6 P5 of 6

Performance profile

15 measurements from the 5 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.

Dry BrakingDry Handling (mph)Wet BrakingWet Handling (mph)Wet CircleStraight AquaCurved AquaplaningSnow BrakingSnow Traction (lbf)Snow Handling (mph)Snow SlalomIce BrakingSubj. ComfortNoiseRolling Resistance

Where each is furthest ahead

Cinturato All Season SF3

Quatrac Pro+

Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.

In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 118 ft stop against 112 ft is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. 14 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.

Every measurement, side by side

Averages of the figures both tires posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.

Measurement Cinturato All Season SF3 Gap Quatrac Pro+ Wins
125 9.8% 139 5-0
85.84 1.4% 87.09 1-0
59.6 1% 59 3-0
scored 25% scored 1-0
132 2% 134 4-1
84 5% 88 1-0
127 2.3% 130 1-0
108.2 = 108.2 0-1
46.8 0.1% 46.7 2-1
scored 5.6% scored 1-0
14.52 1.4% 14.72 2-1
51.4 7.5% 48 5-0
8.9 18% 7.6 5-0
71 1.9% 72 3-2
5.42 8.9% 5.95 1-0
736 8.7% 672 4-0
81.84 4.5% 85.69 1-0
34.3 2.7% 33.4 3-0
scored 18.8% scored 1-0
12.2 9.1% 11.2 1-0
13.1 11.4% 11.7 2-0
42 7.2% 46 2-0
4.57 16.5% 5.47 1-0
scored 11.7% scored 2-0
72.36 0.7 dB 71.66 1-4
29,453 1.9% 28,894 1-0
7.84 9.7% 8.71 4-0
5.7 1.7% 5.8 1-0
60 23.1% 78 1-0

Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tires shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.

Scores beyond the shared tests

On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Cinturato All Season SF3 scores 9.6 and the Quatrac Pro+ 8.1 out of 10.

Tire Reviews Score by category
Cinturato All Season SF3 Category Quatrac Pro+
98Dry 50
99Wet 79
77Comfort 66
51Value 27
82Snow 38
60Ice 8

Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.

What owners say

What owners rate
Cinturato All Season SF3 Category Quatrac Pro+
8.9Dry Grip 8.8
9.1Wet Grip 8.9
8.4Road Feedback 8.7
8.4Handling 8.4
7.8Wear 7.1
7.9Comfort 8.1
8.6Snow Grip 7.6
7.8Ice Grip 6.8

Owners rate the Cinturato All Season SF3 84% from 73 reviews and the Quatrac Pro+ 81% from 15. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.

Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3

  • 84%from 73 reviews
  • 80%would buy again
  • 578,592 milesdriven by reviewers

Most owners rate the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 highly, with the bulk of feedback praising its dependable wet and dry grip (mentioned by over half of reviewers) and an easy, confidence-inspiring feel for year-round use. Around a third of owners also highlight strong snow traction for an all-season tire, alongside generally low road noise and good ride comfort. A small minority report vibration/balancing issues, while roughly one in six mention steering feel is a bit soft or less direct than sportier or summer-focused alternatives; aquaplaning feedback is more mixed.

  • Strong wet grip and reassuring confidence in the rain
  • High dry grip for an all-season tire
  • Impressive snow traction for winter days
  • Generally low road noise, especially at cruising speeds
  • Vibration or balancing/run-out problems reported by some owners
  • Steering feel can be a bit soft or less direct than alternatives
  • Aquaplaning resistance gets mixed reports in standing water

Summarised by AI from 70 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.

Great tires! In autumn and winter conditions, I found them better than the Continental TS860 in mud and snow, but worse on ice.

In summer, compared with the Continental PremiumContact 6, they offered better aquaplaning resistance, but slightly worse wet grip and overall handling. Lateral stability was by far their weakest point compared with my old Conti.

These were my first all-season tires, a bit of a gamble for me, but overall, I would recommend them. After 40,000 km over two years, they are showing some wear, so I plan to replace them by 50,000 km to stay on the safe side. My original plan was to use them for 40,000–60,000 km and less than four years.

83% Ford Focus MK 2.5 205/55 R16 25,000 miles October 25, 2026
All 73 Cinturato All Season SF3 reviews

Vredestein Quatrac Pro+

  • 81%from 15 reviews
  • 79%would buy again
  • 98,850 milesdriven by reviewers

Owners are broadly pleased with the Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus, with 12 of 14 reviews scoring it positively and an average owner rating of 80.9%. The most consistent strengths are strong wet grip and reassuring all-round traction, with many also highlighting confident dry grip and capable performance in snow. A meaningful minority (around one in five) report a softer, less precise steering feel and a tire that needs a longer bedding-in period, and a similar share raise concerns over tread life or durability.

  • Excellent wet grip, even in cold and wet conditions
  • Strong dry grip with confidence for spirited driving
  • Surprisingly capable snow traction
  • Predictable dry handling
  • Softer, less precise steering feel/feedback
  • Noticeable bedding-in period before it feels at its best
  • Reduced margin at the limit or a slight delay finding grip under load

Summarised by AI from 14 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.

"I purchased these all-season premium tires for my 4WD Subaru Outback, and I am extremely satisfied with them. As soon as they were installed, the car felt remarkably smooth and pleasant to drive.
The tires are wearing perfectly evenly, and I’ve already rotated them once. I used to be hesitant about all-season tires, but this brand completely convinced me that I made the right choice. While tire selection always depends on the specific car, driving style, and usage, these have worked out incredibly well for my Outback. Highly recommended!

92% Subaru Outback 225/45 R17 30,000 miles September 28, 2026
All 15 Quatrac Pro+ reviews

Sizes, EU label and lineage

From the EU label registrations for each tire: 70 sizes of the Cinturato All Season SF3 and 103 of the Quatrac Pro+, 50 of them made in both.

Category Cinturato All Season SF3 Quatrac Pro+
Season All Season All Season
Sizes made 70 sizes, 15 to 20 inch 103 sizes, 17 to 22 inch
Made in both 50 sizes 205/40 R17205/45 R17205/50 R17205/55 R17215/45 R17215/50 R17215/55 R17215/60 R17215/65 R17225/45 R17225/50 R17225/55 R17and 38 more
EU label wet grip A95%B5% B99%C1%
EU label rolling resistance B64%C36% C64%B20%D15%E1%
EU label noise 69-72 dB B95%A5% 70-75 dB B100%
Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes 73 of 73 139 of 139
On the market since - 2023
Replaced Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2 (2020) -
Awards Recommended: Best All Season Tires (DriverReviews, 2026/27) -
Price in the shared tests The Cinturato All Season SF3 was the dearer tire in 5 of the 5 tests that listed prices, by 10% on average. Each test priced the tires in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable.

Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.

Reading the results

Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.

Two of the most talked-about all-season touring tires right now-Pirelli's Cinturato All Season SF3 and Vredestein's Quatrac Pro Plus-target year-round usability with different philosophies. Across five shared professional tests spanning passenger cars, SUVs and camper-van fitments, the Pirelli consistently chases a premium, do-it-all balance, while the Vredestein leans toward value with an emphasis on wet grip and low noise.

The headline: Pirelli wins all five tests, repeatedly topping dry and wet braking, aquaplaning resistance, snow traction/handling, comfort and efficiency, often by meaningful margins (e.g., up to ~12% shorter dry stops and ~10-22% better aquaplaning resistance). Vredestein counters with strong subjective quietness, competitive wet handling pace in some tests, and a lower price orientation-but it trails in precision and stopping power, especially on dry roads and in deeper water or snow.

Conclusion

If you want the most complete all-season performer, the Cinturato All Season SF3 is the clear choice. It brakes shorter on dry and wet roads in nearly every test, resists aquaplaning markedly better, and is repeatedly quicker and more composed on snow. It also scores well for comfort, rolling resistance and wear, underpinning its five-for-five test-win sweep.

The Quatrac Pro Plus remains a sensible, lower-cost option for mild climates and day-to-day commuting: it's quiet, reasonably comfortable, and can feel confident in the wet at steady speeds. However, its longer dry braking, merely adequate precision, and weaker aquaplaning and winter margins limit its appeal for enthusiastic drivers or those facing varied weather. Bottom line: choose Pirelli for broad-spectrum safety and capability; choose Vredestein if you prioritize price and quietness in mostly mild, rainy use.

Cinturato All Season SF3 vs Quatrac Pro+: your questions

Is the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 or the Vredestein Quatrac Pro+ the better tire?

In the 5 independent tests that ran both tires, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 finished ahead 5 times and the Quatrac Pro+ not once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Cinturato All Season SF3 scores 9.6 and the Quatrac Pro+ 8.1 out of 10.

Which is better in the wet, the Cinturato All Season SF3 or the Quatrac Pro+?

The Cinturato All Season SF3 led 21 of the 25 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it held 18% more grip in curved aquaplaning across 5 tests.

Which is better in the dry?

The Cinturato All Season SF3 led 10 of the 10 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 9.8% shorter in the dry across 5 tests.

Which is better in snow?

The Cinturato All Season SF3 led 16 of the 18 snow measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 1.9% shorter on snow across 5 tests.

Which lasts longer and costs less to run?

The Cinturato All Season SF3 had 9.7% lower rolling resistance (4 tests). Owners rate wear 7.8/10 for the Cinturato All Season SF3 and 7.1/10 for the Quatrac Pro+.

Which is quieter and more comfortable?

The Quatrac Pro+ was 0.7 dB quieter (5 tests). Owners rate comfort 7.9/10 for the Cinturato All Season SF3 and 8.1/10 for the Quatrac Pro+.

What do owners say?

Owners rate the Cinturato All Season SF3 84% from 73 reviews and the Quatrac Pro+ 81% from 15. 80% of Cinturato All Season SF3 owners would buy it again, against 79% for the Quatrac Pro+.

Which is more expensive?

In the 5 tests that listed prices, the Cinturato All Season SF3 was the dearer tire in 5 of them, by 10% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.

Are they available in the same sizes?

The Cinturato All Season SF3 is made in 70 sizes (15 to 20 inch) and the Quatrac Pro+ in 103 (17 to 22 inch). 50 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Cinturato All Season SF3 is graded A for wet grip and B for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Quatrac Pro+ B and C.

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Where this data comes from

Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tires ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.

About the TR Score

The Tire Reviews Score rates each tire out of 10 from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold, so two tires can be compared even before a test has run them together.

Who does the testing

Every test published as a Tire Reviews test is run by Jonathan Benson, who has been testing tires independently since 2007.

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