Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 Run Flat
★★★★★4.5
Based on 100+ verified reviews Fits your vehicle
90
Scouter Score™
Excellent Match
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Expert Verdict
The Winter Sottozero 3 Run Flat suits urban drivers needing run-flat capabilities, especially in dry winter conditions. However, the absence of key performance data on wet and snowy surfaces is a significant drawback for those facing varied winter climates.
Pros
Dry grip score of 5.9, which is above the winter category average of 4.0, providing decent performance in cold but dry conditions.
Run-flat capability allows you to continue driving after a puncture, which is a rare feature in the winter tire segment.
Cons
Lack of performance data on wet, snow, and ice traction makes it a risky choice for unpredictable winter weather.
No treadwear warranty, which is unusual even for winter tires and may lead to higher long-term costs.
Limited data on wet grip and snow traction makes it difficult to assess performance in typical winter conditions.
The Goodyear WinterCommand offers more comprehensive performance data, making it a potentially safer choice for unknown conditions.
Performance Profile
Technical Specifications
NONEWear
Rating of tire wear rate; higher is better.
NONETraction
Tire capability to stop on wet asphalt and concrete.
NONETemp
Tire resistance to heat generation and dissipation.
Load / Speed
92RWeight capacity and safe top speed ratings.
Warranty
30k miMileage warranty backed by the manufacturer.
Max Load
1,389 lbsMaximum weight capacity per tire in pounds.
Max PSI
50 psiMaximum cold tire inflation pressure.
Weight
23 lbsWeight of the tire in pounds.
Type
PassengerTire category based on intended use.
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Available Sizes & Specs
| Size | Load Index | Speed Rating | UTQG | Max Load (lbs) | Max PSI | Weight (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 225/40R18 | 92 | R | NONE NONE NONE | 1,389 | 50 | 23 |
| 225/45R17 | 91 | R | NONE NONE NONE | 1,356 | 51 | 23 |
| 225/45R18 | 95 | R | NONE NONE NONE | 1,521 | 50 | 25 |
| 225/45R18 | 95 | R | 500 A A | 1,521 | 50 | 25 |
| 225/45R18 | 95 | R | NONE NONE NONE | 1,521 | 50 | 26 |
| 225/45R19 | 96 | R | NONE NONE NONE | 1,565 | 50 | 26 |
| 225/50R18 | 95 | R | NONE NONE NONE | 1,521 | 44 | 26 |
| 225/55R17 | 97 | R | NONE NONE NONE | 1,609 | 51 | 28 |
| 225/60R18 | 104 | R | NONE NONE NONE | 1,984 | 50 | 35 |