Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV vs Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV and Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 appear in 4 tests, 2 of which put both tires on the same track on the same day. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 90/100, based on 2 tests.
How the Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 performs. It takes the win in dry, snow, ice, noise / comfort, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 92/100, based on 2 tests.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 is the stronger all-round choice, leading in dry and Tire Lab Score. The Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV making it the right pick if that matters most to you.
Which one should you buy?
- You prefer the Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV's brand, sizing or price
Choose Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 if
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise snow
- You prioritise ice
Test profile
| Metric | Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV | Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Studded Winter | Studded Winter |
| Type | Winter | Winter |
| Tests used | 2 | 2 |
| Best rank | #1 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 4.9 | 4.0 |
| Latest test | 2022 | 2022 |
| Tire Lab Score | 89.6 | 91.6 |
Tire Lab Score
Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV
Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV | Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 5.0 11 | Avg rank 5.0 11 | Tie |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 4.8 11 | Avg rank 2.3 12 | Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 |
| ❄️Snow | Avg rank 5.3 1 | Avg rank 4.7 1 | Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 |
| 🧊Ice | Avg rank 4.8 2 | Avg rank 4.5 1 | Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 4.8 1 | Avg rank 4.5 11 | Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 7.5 | Avg rank 4.5 1 | Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 |
Tests used in this comparison
Both tires were measured head-to-head in these 2 independent tests:
💧 Wet: Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV vs Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2
Both tires perform similarly in wet, with average ranks of 5.0 and 5.0.
☀️ Dry: Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV vs Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2
The Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 wins this category with an average rank of 2.3, compared to 4.8 for the Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV.
❄️ Snow: Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV vs Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2
The Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 wins this category with an average rank of 4.7, compared to 5.3 for the Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV.
🧊 Ice: Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV vs Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2
The Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 wins this category with an average rank of 4.5, compared to 4.8 for the Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV vs Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2
The Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 wins this category with an average rank of 4.5, compared to 4.8 for the Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV.
🔋 Efficiency: Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV vs Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2
The Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 wins this category with an average rank of 4.5, compared to 7.5 for the Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 ranks better than the Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Michelin X Ice North 4 SUV appears in 2 independent tests, Pirelli Scorpion IceZero 2 in 2, with 2 head-to-head tests where both were measured.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
