Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 vs Semperit Speed Grip 3: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 and Semperit Speed Grip 3 appear in 27 tests, though they have not yet met head-to-head in the same test. 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 Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 performs. It takes the win in dry, snow, ice, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 91/100, based on 19 tests.
How the Semperit Speed Grip 3 performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 91/100, based on 8 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 Cinturato Winter 2 is the stronger all-round choice, leading in dry and Tire Lab Score. The Semperit Speed Grip 3 making it the right pick if that matters most to you.
Which one should you buy?
Choose Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 if
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise snow
- You prioritise ice
- You prefer the Semperit Speed Grip 3's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 | Semperit Speed Grip 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Winter | Winter |
| Type | Winter | Winter |
| Tests used | 19 | 8 |
| Best rank | #1 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 7.5 | 10.4 |
| Latest test | 2025 | 2021 |
| Tire Lab Score | 91.2 | 90.8 |
Tire Lab Score
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
Semperit Speed Grip 3
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 | Semperit Speed Grip 3 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 6.8 26 | Avg rank 6.8 21 | Tie |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 7.0 123 | Avg rank 10.5 | Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 |
| ❄️Snow | Avg rank 8.0 152 | Avg rank 10.8 12 | Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 |
| 🧊Ice | Avg rank 2.7 11 | No data | Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 7.2 241 | Avg rank 9.3 1 | Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 7.5 1 | Avg rank 9.5 | Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 4.6 6 | Avg rank 12.8 | Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 |
💧 Wet: Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 vs Semperit Speed Grip 3
Both tires perform similarly in wet, with average ranks of 6.8 and 6.8.
☀️ Dry: Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 vs Semperit Speed Grip 3
The Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 wins this category with an average rank of 7.0, compared to 10.5 for the Semperit Speed Grip 3.
❄️ Snow: Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 vs Semperit Speed Grip 3
The Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 wins this category with an average rank of 8.0, compared to 10.8 for the Semperit Speed Grip 3.
🧊 Ice: Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 vs Semperit Speed Grip 3
The Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 wins this category with an average rank of 2.7, compared to no data for the Semperit Speed Grip 3.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 vs Semperit Speed Grip 3
The Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 wins this category with an average rank of 7.2, compared to 9.3 for the Semperit Speed Grip 3.
📏 Mileage: Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 vs Semperit Speed Grip 3
The Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 wins this category with an average rank of 7.5, compared to 9.5 for the Semperit Speed Grip 3.
🔋 Efficiency: Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 vs Semperit Speed Grip 3
The Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 wins this category with an average rank of 4.6, compared to 12.8 for the Semperit Speed Grip 3.
Frequently asked questions
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Semperit Speed Grip 3 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 ranks better than the Semperit Speed Grip 3.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 shows better mileage performance than the Semperit Speed Grip 3.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 appears in 19 independent tests, Semperit Speed Grip 3 in 8.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
