The Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus is a premium all-terrain, all-season tire that leans towards confident, road-friendly behavior while still delivering genuine light off-road ability. Real-world owners consistently praise its secure wet and dry grip, comfortable and relatively quiet manners for an A/T, and long-lasting tread life. Independent tests, however, show it is more of a dry-road “sporty” all-terrain than a true snow specialist, with snow braking and traction repeatedly lagging rivals despite its 3PMSF marking.
The quick answer
Owners say80%from 23 owner reviews71% would buy againRead the reviews
Strengths & weaknessesValue, DrySnow, ComfortRelative to its rivals across every test we hold
Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tire - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated December 2025.
Despite its rugged appearance, the Pirelli Scorpion A/T+ is the lightest tire in the test and performs well on gravel, offering good traction and responsive steering into corners. However, this is overshadowed by a significant tendency to oversteer, where the rear of the vehicle can lose grip. While this is manageable on gravel, it becomes a safety issue on wet and snowy roads, creating difficult situations that require a skilled driver. Due to its poor performance and lack of safety on snow, the Pirelli's final score was downgraded.
How good is the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus in the wet?
Across the 2 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus stops 9.6% longer than premium rivals, 0.4% longer than mid-range rivals and 10.8% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 46/100, and owners rate it 8.4/10 in the wet from 23 reviews.
How good is the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus in the dry?
Across the 2 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus stops 2.4% longer than premium rivals, 2% shorter than mid-range rivals and 3.8% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 70/100, and owners rate it 8.5/10 in the dry from 23 reviews.
How good is the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus in the snow?
Across the 3 snow-braking tests it has featured in, the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus stops 4.7% longer than premium rivals, 8% longer than mid-range rivals and 6.8% longer than budget rivals. Across the 3 snow-traction tests, it is 4.4% worse than premium rivals, 16.1% worse than mid-range rivals and 17.8% worse than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews snow score of 22/100, and owners rate it 7.9/10 in the snow from 23 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus?
Across the 1 test measuring rolling resistance, the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus's rolling resistance is 7.2% lower than premium rivals, 3.1% lower than mid-range rivals and 6.3% lower than budget rivals.
How many miles does the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus last?
Based on test and owner data, the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus is expected to last around 49,300 miles (79,340 km).
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What do owners say about the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus?
Across 23 owner ratings the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus averages 80%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 8.5 out of 10 and Ice Grip lowest at 6.6. 9 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 78% of owners score it 70% or better.
What is the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus most commonly carries EU label ratings of D for fuel efficiency, D for wet grip and 72 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus?
Owners rate the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus 8.4 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 19 reviews.
How well do the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus 7.4 out of 10 for wear across 19 reviews. 9 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 13,000 miles.
Would owners buy the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus again?
71% of owners say they would buy the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus again, based on the 21 owner reviews that answered the question. 67% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What do owners say about the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus's off-road traction?
Of the 18 owner reviews analyzed for the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus, 10 mention off-road traction: 10 praise it (strong off-road traction) and 0 criticise it (weak off-road traction). One owner wrote: "outstanding traction on various surfaces, including mud, sand, rocks and gravel". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus's tread life?
Of the 18 owner reviews analyzed for the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus, 9 mention tread life: 7 praise it (long-lasting) and 2 criticise it (wears quickly). One owner wrote: "62500 klm on last set and still had maybe 10000 to go". Read those reviews
What does the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus replace?
The Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus is the successor to the Pirelli Scorpion ATR in Pirelli's range.
Has the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus been replaced?
Questions and Answers for the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus
Do these have OWL
December 30, 2021
I have not seen a Scorpion All Terrain+ with outlined white letters, nor to Pirelli have OWL listed on their website. You could always get a tire pen and white them yourself!
Most drivers rate the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus highly for confident wet and dry grip, quiet and comfortable on-road manners (for an A/T), strong snow/ice capability (3PMSF), and durable tread life, with many reporting 60,000-90,000 km. Off-road performance on dirt, gravel, and light trails is widely praised. A minority report issues such as high noise on some vehicles, faster/uneven wear when underinflated or on certain setups, and isolated quality/sidewall concerns. Overall sentiment is strongly positive given the weight of high-scoring reviews.
What owners mention most counted across 18 reviews
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Owner ratings averaged from 23 ratings
Owner score80%
Dry Grip85%
Road Feedback85%
Comfort84%
Wet Grip84%
Handling81%
Snow Grip79%
Wear74%
Ice Grip66%
Featured reviews
Most helpful 100%
“Pirelli scorpion AT plus on 2015 Land Rover discovery. Wow what a tire, grip wet or dry is second to NONE. Handling, comfort, real lack of road noise is better than ANY other tire. Seriously. I’m a retired truck driver...”
“Replaced Michelins with 4 Scorpion Zero on a 2016 Land Rover LR4 at 58,000 miles. This is a low mileage, well cared for SUV with mileage well below the national average. When I had the tires balanced and aligned by our...”
“I fitted these tires 4 years ago and it looks like I'll get about 78 000km from them. They were a great improvement compared to the Bridgestones which were fitted to the car from new. They were so much quieter and gave...”
I have been using this set of tires since 2021.After year and a half and not more than 20 000km, i can easily can see that they aging fast even though I use silicon based protector on sides(summer) and the winter in my place is not so harsh. Beginning of 2025 one of the tires was deflated( by the way no matter how much i pump that tire she looks always soft, side walls looks quite weak to me) After visiting local tire center we found crack(~30cm) along the tire board sealing to the rim. I purchase new one and change it. Today Another one was found in same condition.
Pirelli scorpion AT plus on 2015 Land Rover discovery. Wow what a tire, grip wet or dry is second to NONE. Handling, comfort, real lack of road noise is better than ANY other tire. Seriously. I’m a retired truck driver so l have done some miles. Just put another set on my car, 62500 klm on last set and still had maybe 10000 to go. Most of those klms towing a 2 and a half tonne caravan. Can not fault this tire, we did a load of outback dirt corrugated roads without a problem. Shop around as price can vary, but just get these tires on you car, promise you will not be disappointed.
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I drive a Land Rover Discovery TDV6 and bought my 255/60/R18 112H XL Scorpion A/T + tires on 313,000km. I do off-road trips with my club although recently not so much and the tires worked great. They are quiet on the road and perform off-road remarkably well although in sand driving especially on high sand dunes, the tires are not really suited for that although the vehicle is heavy which may have something to do with that as well but otherwise, I could go wherever I wanted.
The downside is that after just 50,000km, the tires started delaminating causing a dangerous situation for myself and my family. I was advised to change them as I could have a blow out at any time. This was happening on three of my four tires and after phoning Pirelli, I was bascially told that unless I can produce records of my tire rotations, they would even entertain looking at the tires. I orginally bought Pirelli tires because I expected backup service and by not getting it, I simply took off the tires and trashed them although there was still good tread on them.
I have switched to Dunlop and what a difference, it feels like I am driving on silk now. Sorry Pirelli, but your service stinks, at least here in South Africa.
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After quite some research, decided on the Pirelli Scorpion AT+ and not regretted it! Really good tires, both on and off road. The first year I had to drive one hour on Motorways to get to our newly purchased farm (Valencia, Spain) then 3km on a gritted forest road and the last 2,5km on the track down to the farm. This track is seriously bad, with deep ruts, bolders, roots and pointy rocks. Inititally I used to drive down in 4x4, but this is not really necessary as these tires have plenty of grip, so in dry weather now driving in 4x2. But, as soon as it rains, the flatter parts of this track get seriously slippery, so always in 4x4. But also then these tires perform really well and you feel safe and confident. We have now been living in the farm for a year and go up and down the mountain at least once a day, but sometimes twice of even three times. Have the tires just over 2 years now and they have done 12.000km, but they still look in pretty good shape, seeing the abuse they get on a daily basis. Whether I would buy them again, depends on what is then available on the market. Tires keep improving all the time. But for now, I could certainly recommend them.
Pros:
Balanced performance on-road and off-road
Excellent traction in various conditions, including mud, sand, rocks and gravel
Durable construction with a long tread life
Quiet ride for an all-terrain tire
Cons:
Not recomended by Land Rover as tire size.
Ice grip is quite low.
Review:
The Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus XL is a versatile all-terrain tire that excels in both on-road and off-road driving conditions. It delivers outstanding traction on various surfaces, including mud, sand, rocks and gravel, while also providing a comfortable and quiet ride on the highway. The tire's durable construction is designed to withstand the rigors of off-road driving, and it comes with a long tread life warranty. Additionally, the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus XL is certified with the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) emblem, indicating its exceptional snow performance.
My personal experience with the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus XL has been consistently positive. I have driven on these tires in a variety of conditions, from paved roads to muddy trails, and they have always performed admirably. They provide excellent grip and control, even in challenging situations. I am particularly impressed with their quietness for an all-terrain tire. On the highway, they generate minimal road noise, making for a comfortable and enjoyable driving experience. More than 40 000km good to go for another 10000km.
Overall, the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus XL is an excellent choice for drivers who demand a tire that can handle both on-road and off-road adventures. Its balanced performance, durability, and quietness make it a standout among all-terrain tires. If you're looking for a tire that can tackle anything you throw at it, the Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus XL is a worthy consideration.
Replaced Michelins with 4 Scorpion Zero on a 2016 Land Rover LR4 at 58,000 miles. This is a low mileage, well cared for SUV with mileage well below the national average. When I had the tires balanced and aligned by our local Land Rover dealer. I was told that one tire had a defect and could not be balanced properly. I returned the tire to the retailer where I bought the tires, who agreed with the dealers opinion. They referred my claim to the Pirelli wholesaler , who, after six months indicated that Pirelli refused to credit the cost of the tire. Fast forward Two years and the tire remains with Pirelli and I am out almost three hundred dollars. But wait! There's more! Recently, I had a flat and when I removed the tire I noticed the tread wear was so bad that the tires needed to be replaced after only 22,000 miles. Tread wear was even on all four tires which I have rotated every 5,000 miles I am now ready to pursue Pirelli for a full refund given the claim of 60,000 mile service for these tires. Sadly, I loved Pirelli in the past. having had P6s and Cinturato on other foreign coupes and sedans. Could it be now that Pirelli is a CHINESE COMPANY, product quality has declined? This is my experience but I will never buy Pirelli again. So far --- only crickets from Pirelli.
89%
Member
Chevrolet
275/60 R20
50,000 miles
Mostly Country Roads
Easy Going
I have had these tires on my 2016 Silverado for 50K miles and it is time to get another set. I have used them lightly off road mostly on dirt and gravel tracks with 2 back country trips with more. Overall I am super happy with the tires the sidewall blocks and tread may look aggressive but the road manners are excellent. I will warn others that on my truck the factory tire pressure is 32 since it is a Highcountry I guess that is what the dealership always puts it at. By doing that with the stiffer than normal sidewalls of this tire I did wear way faster on the edges both in and out than the middle of the tire. After noticing this I increased the pressure for the last 20K and I will say this tire is way better at 35-38 PSI than at 32. It does get firmer but handing is better will less slop during corning. I will 100% be buying another set and my wear score may be better next time with proper pressure. As far as snow and Ice handing the siping is still visible in the middle of the tread even with low tread available happy to see that. The few times on the snow I have had I was also impressed and was a huge improvement on the regular All Seasons the truck had when I bought it.
Overall if you spend most of time on the road but want the looks and ability to do some light off road this would be a great option for anyone.
I am moving onto a second set after my suspension died in the rear cupping the tire. The dealer tried to get me into some other tires but I elected to get these again. I live in Alberta Canada and travel often to the mountains and to Saskatchewan. Many of the roads are either paved, gravel or mud... these tires have performed well for me. Ice and snow are famous over the winter, the triple peak rating means they are acceptable to go through most mountain passes in the winter where winter tires are required. I have yet to actually experience of the tires from new, I bought my vehicle used... I am sure I would re-evaluate higher once I have had a chance to try them out operating at 100%..
I fitted these tires 4 years ago and it looks like I'll get about 78 000km from them. They were a great improvement compared to the Bridgestones which were fitted to the car from new. They were so much quieter and gave better road feedback. Road holding is consistent and they start to "howl" when pushed to the limit giving you plenty of warning of impending break away. They've done about 10 000km of their life off road on dirt roads, some rocky off road tracks and in sand with no punctures or side wall damage. They grip well in these conditions within the limitations of their design - they're not true off road tires. I'll buy another set next month.
Only 10,000km and no winter use yet although I had bought them in part for the snow. They would be a great tire apart from the high noise levels that developed after a few thousand kilometers. Rotating them doesn't seem to help the noise situation although they did quickly develop uneven wear on the tire shoulders and directional wear on the shoulder sipes especially. I am sensitive to noise and would not buy them again due to their noise levels inside the vehicle (Honda CRV 2007). Hard cornering does not work so well on these tires possibly through deformation of the tread pattern although the tire carcass is usually inflated at 36-39psi. Great in the wet and very confident in deeper water too. Again, I would really enjoy these tires if they did not produce so much noise.
Member
Holden
225/45 R17
50 miles
Mostly Town
Spirited
When I first Bought the Colorado 2019 the standard tires were bad. I changed to the Pirelli Scorpion all terrain plus.
Very happy, i'm on the beach nearly every day. ( Excellent). yes I'll buy again , 50,000 K still going.
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