PIRELLI CINTURATO WINTER 3 205/55 R17 CENTRAL EUROPEAN92test score
Central European winter tyre
Pirelli

Cinturato Winter 3

In tests22026
Test wins0out of 2 tests
Best attributeWet roads98 pts · best in class
User rating–no reviews yet

Strong: wet roads and dry roads

Where this tyre is strong

Wet roads98
Dry roads98
Snow95
Testers' verdict93
Aquaplaning92
Noise and comfort90
Rolling resistance87
Price79

Pirelli Cinturato Winter 3 in tests

The Pirelli Cinturato Winter 3 Central European winter tyre has been tested in 2 independent tyre tests in 2026 (Vi Bilägare and Tyre Reviews). Its TyreRanker score is 92/100, which ranks it No. 1 among 25 tested Central European winter tyres. The Cinturato Winter 3 is one of the top tyres in its class.

Its best result is No. 3 out of 9 tyres (Tyre Reviews 2026, size 205/55 R17). It finished in the top three once. Its weakest placing was No. 6 of 8 (Vi Bilägare 2026).

The Cinturato Winter 3 is strongest in the wet (98 points, best in class) and in the dry (98 points, class average 85). The tests revealed no clear weak spot.

The tests used sizes 205/55 R17 and 215/65 R17. In size 205/55 R17, prices start at €176.45 (prices are subject to change).

Test timeline

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Pirelli Cinturato Winter 3 a good Central European winter tyre?

The Pirelli Cinturato Winter 3 received a TyreRanker score of 92/100 and ranks No. 1 among 25 Central European winter tyres. The score is based on the measurements and testers' verdicts from independent tests (2 in total).

How many tests has the Pirelli Cinturato Winter 3 won?

According to our data, the Pirelli Cinturato Winter 3 has not won any tests. Its best result is No. 3 out of 9 tyres (Tyre Reviews 2026, size 205/55 R17). It finished in the top three once. Its weakest placing was No. 6 of 8 (Vi Bilägare 2026).

What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Pirelli Cinturato Winter 3?

The Cinturato Winter 3 is strongest in the wet (98 points, best in class) and in the dry (98 points, class average 85). The tests revealed no clear weak spot.