Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 vs Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- TR Score
- 9.4/10
- Owners say
- 79% · 44
- TR Score
- 9.6/10
- Owners say
- 84% · 73
In the 29 independent tests that ran both tires, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 finished ahead 23 times and the Turanza All Season 6 5 times, with one level. The Turanza All Season 6 lasted 16.3% longer in the wear tests; the Cinturato All Season SF3 resisted straight aquaplaning at a 3% higher speed.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 if you want the strongest all-weather safety margins-especially in heavy rain/standing water-and the most confident wet handling and overall test-winning performance. Choose the Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 if your priority is a premium touring all-season with strong wet stopping plus better long-term value (wear/cost-per-km) and a calmer everyday temperament, particularly for milder-winter, high-mileage use.
Where the Turanza All Season 6 is stronger
- Frequently class-leading wet braking (category is essentially tied overall: 14 wins vs 13), including standout results in some tests (e.g., Auto Bild 2024: 50.5 m vs 53.5 m in wet braking)
- Often stronger on running costs: better predicted wear and value in multiple tests (e.g., Auto Bild 2025 59,150 km vs 44,450 km; Auto Zeitung 2026 50,250 km vs 43,250 km; value per 1000 km repeatedly favors Bridgestone)
- Can be very strong in dry braking in qualifier-style tests (Auto Bild braking qualifiers: 1st/30 in 2025 and 2026; 36.5 m vs 37.0 m in 2026)
Where the Cinturato All Season SF3 is stronger
- Best overall test record (22 wins vs 5) and repeatedly takes overall victories in major group tests (e.g., Auto Express 2025 & 2026; Auto Zeitung 2026; Auto Bild 2025 all-season)
- Clear advantage in wet dynamics and water safety: dominant in straight aquaplaning (19-3) and curved aquaplaning (17-3), including huge EV-test gaps (74.2 vs 61.9 km/h straight aquaplaning; 2.74 vs 2.31 m/s² curved)
- More consistently strong in handling disciplines, especially wet handling (18-4), often described as sharper/more “summer-tire-like” steering and higher grip
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
Turanza All Season 6 vs Cinturato All Season SF3 at a glance
| Category | Turanza All Season 6 | Gap | Cinturato All Season SF3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared tests won29 shared tests | 5 | 1 level | 23 |
| Dry60 measurements | 19 | The Cinturato All Season SF3 stopped 1.5% shorter in the dry (28 tests) | 36 |
| Wet125 measurements | 31 | The Cinturato All Season SF3 resisted straight aquaplaning at a 3% higher speed (25 tests) | 88 |
| Snow92 measurements | 18 | The Cinturato All Season SF3 was 3.2% quicker in the snow traction test (9 tests) | 71 |
| Ice5 measurements | 0 | The Cinturato All Season SF3 stopped 2.7% shorter on ice (3 tests) | 5 |
| Comfort35 measurements | 7 | The Cinturato All Season SF3 was 0.7 dB quieter (20 tests) | 24 |
| Value38 measurements | 20 | The Turanza All Season 6 lasted 16.3% longer in the wear tests (7 tests) | 18 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.4/10 | The Cinturato All Season SF3 by 0.2 | 9.6/10 |
| Owner rating44 and 73 reviews | 79% | The Cinturato All Season SF3 by 5 points | 84% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 76% | The Cinturato All Season SF3 by 4 points | 80% |
| Pricein the 21 tests that listed prices | Cheaper | The Cinturato All Season SF3 was dearer in 16 of 21 | +3.9% |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 105 | 67 sizes made in both | 70 |
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 29 tests, 2024 to 2026
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.
Performance profile
28 measurements from the 29 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Turanza All Season 6
Cinturato All Season SF3
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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. The scale stops at 92%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 9 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Turanza All Season 6
Cinturato All Season SF3
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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.
Where owners rate each higher
Turanza All Season 6
Cinturato All Season SF3
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Owners rate the Turanza All Season 6 79% from 44 reviews and the Cinturato All Season SF3 84% from 73. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
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.
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 Turanza All Season 6 scores 9.4 and the Cinturato All Season SF3 9.6 out of 10.
| Turanza All Season 6 | Category | Cinturato All Season SF3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96 | Dry | 98 | ||
| 93 | Wet | 99 | ||
| 34 | Comfort | 77 | ||
| 58 | Value | 51 | ||
| 64 | Snow | 82 | ||
| 21 | Ice | 60 | ||
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
| Turanza All Season 6 | Category | Cinturato All Season SF3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.8 | Dry Grip | 8.9 | ||
| 8.7 | Wet Grip | 9.1 | ||
| 7.6 | Road Feedback | 8.4 | ||
| 7.9 | Handling | 8.4 | ||
| 8.4 | Wear | 7.8 | ||
| 7.7 | Comfort | 7.9 | ||
| 7.6 | Snow Grip | 8.6 | ||
| 7.3 | Ice Grip | 7.8 | ||
Owners rate the Turanza All Season 6 79% from 44 reviews and the Cinturato All Season SF3 84% from 73. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- 79%from 44 reviews
- 76%would buy again
- 393,509 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners broadly rate the Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 as a very safe, summer-leaning all-season tire, with a clear consensus around strong wet grip (mentioned by over half of reviewers) and similarly impressive dry grip. Snow traction is generally described as capable for occasional winter use, and around a third of owners also report encouraging tread life. The main drawbacks are feel and efficiency: around one in four owners complain of numb steering feedback and a similar share report higher rolling resistance/fuel consumption, while road noise is divisive with near-even praise and criticism.
- Very strong wet grip and confidence in heavy rain
- High dry grip that feels close to a summer tire
- Capable snow traction for light to moderate winter conditions
- Good tread life for year-round use
- Numb steering feel and limited feedback near the limit
- Higher rolling resistance and a noticeable fuel economy hit for some
- Road noise can be intrusive on certain surfaces, despite others finding it quiet
Summarised by AI from 43 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 44 Turanza All Season 6 reviewsNow nearly 2 years and 20k miles in. These tires are still as good as they were new and tread has only dropped to 5-6mm all round, suggesting >40,000 miles a set which is more than the OE Pirelli P7 summer tires managed. Have experienced winter slush and light snow without any grip issues, when the car felt stable and safe, but as I live on the south coast with regular trips to family in Yorkshire, they don’t need to be a dedicated winter tire. Economy unchanged around 45mpg overall, 50mpg on a motorway run. For my use, these have been very impressive and I would be happy to replace them with another set, although there may be even better choices in 3 years when these should be just about done.
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.
All 73 Cinturato All Season SF3 reviewsGreat 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.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 105 sizes of the Turanza All Season 6 and 70 of the Cinturato All Season SF3, 67 of them made in both.
| Category | Turanza All Season 6 | Cinturato All Season SF3 |
|---|---|---|
| Season | All Season | All Season |
| Sizes made | 105 sizes, 16 to 21 inch | 70 sizes, 15 to 20 inch |
| Made in both | 67 sizes 185/55 R16195/45 R16195/50 R16195/55 R16195/60 R16205/45 R16205/55 R16205/60 R16215/45 R16215/55 R16215/60 R16215/65 R16and 55 more | |
| EU label wet grip | B100% | A95%B5% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C73%B16%D11% | B64%C36% |
| EU label noise | 70-72 dB B100% | 69-72 dB B95%A5% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 163 of 166 | 73 of 73 |
| On the market since | 2023 | - |
| Replaced | Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO (2020) | Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2 (2020) |
| Awards | Highly Recommended: Best All Season Tires for SUVs (DriverReviews, 2026/27) | Recommended: Best All Season Tires (DriverReviews, 2026/27) |
| Price in the shared tests | The Cinturato All Season SF3 was the dearer tire in 16 of the 21 tests that listed prices, by 3.9% 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.
Bridgestone's Turanza All Season 6 and Pirelli's Cinturato All Season SF3 are two of the most test-visible premium-touring all-season tires right now, and they arrive at the same problem-year-round usability-via noticeably different tuning priorities. Across 28 shared professional tests in multiple sizes (from 195/55 R16 up to SUV/EV fitments), the data shows a recurring split: Bridgestone repeatedly focuses on predictable road manners, strong wet stopping, and low running costs, while Pirelli repeatedly targets outright grip, aquaplaning security, and “summer-tire-like” steering/handling feel.
Conclusion
Across the full set of shared tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 is the more frequent top performer: 22 overall wins vs 5 for the Bridgestone, with a particularly strong pattern in wet handling, aquaplaning and snow traction/handling. In several major group tests it takes overall victory (e.g., Auto Express 2025 and 2026, Auto Zeitung 2026, Auto Bild 2025 all-season), and it often builds its score through the dynamic disciplines: wet handling wins are heavily one-sided (18-4), straight aquaplaning (19-3) and curved aquaplaning (17-3). Real-world takeaway: if you drive in heavy rain, stand in water frequently, or value confident chassis feel at speed, the SF3 consistently buys you a bigger safety margin.
The Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 earns its keep in a different way. It's often the better “ownership maths” tire-repeatedly stronger for wear and value (e.g., +33% predicted mileage in Auto Bild 2025: 59,150 km vs 44,450 km; also +16% in Auto Zeitung 2026: 50,250 km vs 43,250 km), and it frequently posts lower rolling resistance and/or better cost-per-km. It also shows a real knack for wet braking across the dataset (14 wet-braking wins vs 13), and it can still top headline brake qualifiers (Auto Bild 30-set braking tests: 1st in 2025 and 2026; 36.5 m vs 37.0 m dry and 42.9 m vs 43.3 m wet in 2026). Practical takeaway: if your driving is mostly motorway/commuting with an eye on tire life and efficiency-and your winters are generally mild-the Bridgestone is the calmer, better-value long-haul choice. The memorable rule of thumb from the numbers: SF3 is the “confidence at the limit” pick (especially in water), Turanza AS6 is the “cost-per-kilometer with strong wet stops” pick.
Turanza All Season 6 vs Cinturato All Season SF3: your questions
Is the Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 or the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 the better tire?
In the 29 independent tests that ran both tires, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 finished ahead 23 times and the Turanza All Season 6 5 times, with one level. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Turanza All Season 6 scores 9.4 and the Cinturato All Season SF3 9.6 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Turanza All Season 6 or the Cinturato All Season SF3?
The Cinturato All Season SF3 led 88 of the 125 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it resisted straight aquaplaning at a 3% higher speed across 25 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Cinturato All Season SF3 led 36 of the 60 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 1.5% shorter in the dry across 28 tests.
Which is better in snow?
The Cinturato All Season SF3 led 71 of the 92 snow measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it was 3.2% quicker in the snow traction test across 9 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Turanza All Season 6 lasted 16.3% longer in the wear tests (7 tests); the Cinturato All Season SF3 had 2% lower rolling resistance (24 tests). Owners rate wear 8.4/10 for the Turanza All Season 6 and 7.8/10 for the Cinturato All Season SF3.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The Cinturato All Season SF3 was 0.7 dB quieter (20 tests). Owners rate comfort 7.7/10 for the Turanza All Season 6 and 7.9/10 for the Cinturato All Season SF3.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Turanza All Season 6 79% from 44 reviews and the Cinturato All Season SF3 84% from 73. 76% of Turanza All Season 6 owners would buy it again, against 80% for the Cinturato All Season SF3.
Which is more expensive?
In the 21 tests that listed prices, the Cinturato All Season SF3 was the dearer tire in 16 of them, by 3.9% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Turanza All Season 6 is made in 105 sizes (16 to 21 inch) and the Cinturato All Season SF3 in 70 (15 to 20 inch). 67 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Turanza All Season 6 is graded B for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Cinturato All Season SF3 A and B.
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