Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 225/40R18

Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 225/40R18 XL 92V Performance Winter / Snow Tire 3221000

❄️ WinterπŸ’° $220.83πŸ“ 225/40R18πŸš— Performance

About This Tire

The Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 225/40R18 is a performance winter tire, designed for premium high-performance vehicle drivers who prioritize traction and handling in challenging winter conditions year-round. Its tread design and compound focus on maintaining performance across unpredictable weather conditions, from cold and dry roads to wet and snowy surfaces.

The tire features an innovative compound with specialized polymers that enhance the tread rubber's mechanical, thermal, and dynamic properties for cold weather performance. Its directional tread pattern includes arrow-shaped center blocks and rounded shoulders within an enlarged contact patch, specifically engineered to expel water and slush effectively. Driver feedback points to excellent wet and dry performance, with strong comfort levels and reliable handling response across various winter conditions.

Compared to all-season tires, it prioritizes cold weather traction and winter handling over year-round versatility. Overall, it's a solid choice for performance vehicle owners who need dependable winter capability without compromising driving dynamics in cold weather conditions.

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TirePriceRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 225/40R18
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
$220.83⭐ Good (272 reviews)Premium sedan and coupe winter driving❄️ Winter
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$106.97⭐ N/A (39 reviews)Daily commuting and highway driving🌀️ All Season
β˜€οΈ Summer performance
$157.71⭐ N/ASports car enthusiasts seeking maximum dry-weather performanceβ˜€οΈ Summer
🏁 Max performance summer
$158.95⭐ N/A (13 reviews)Performance vehicle owners seeking OE replacement tiresβ˜€οΈ Summer
🏁 Ultra high performance
$160.16⭐ Excellent (45 reviews)Performance sedan daily drivingβ˜€οΈ Summer
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Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 225/40R18
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
Price
$220.83
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (272 reviews)
Best For
Premium sedan and coupe winter driving
Season
❄️ Winter
Radar All Season GT 225/40R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$106.97
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A (39 reviews)
Best For
Daily commuting and highway driving
Season
🌀️ All Season
Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+ 225/40R18
β˜€οΈ Summer performance
Price
$157.71
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A
Best For
Sports car enthusiasts seeking maximum dry-weather performance
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer
Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 225/40R18
🏁 Max performance summer
Price
$158.95
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A (13 reviews)
Best For
Performance vehicle owners seeking OE replacement tires
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer
Kumho Ecsta Sport A/S 225/40R18
🏁 Ultra high performance
Price
$160.16
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Excellent (45 reviews)
Best For
Performance sedan daily driving
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer

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Key Features

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Winter Compound Technology
Specialized polymer-enhanced compound maintains flexibility and grip in cold temperatures below 45Β°F.
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Performance Winter Design
Third-generation Sottozero engineering specifically developed for high-performance vehicles in winter conditions.
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Directional Tread Pattern
Arrow-shaped center blocks and rounded shoulders create an enlarged contact patch for effective water and slush evacuation.
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Multi-Condition Capability
Engineered to perform across cool, cold, dry, wet, and snowy conditions rather than just snow-specific scenarios.
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Balanced Performance
Delivers excellent wet (9.0) and dry (8.8) ratings while maintaining good comfort (8.4) for winter tire standards.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Premium sedan and coupe winter drivingβœ“ Performance vehicle year-round use in cold climatesβœ“ Drivers prioritizing handling in wet winter conditionsβœ“ Cold weather commuting with occasional snow exposure
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Specifications

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Size
225/40R18
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Load Index
92
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Speed Rating
V
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TireRack Ratings

Overall Rating⭐ Good
Survey Ratings272 reviews
CategoryPerformance Winter / Snow

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