Continental AllSeasonContact 2 vs Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
If you prioritize the shortest dry braking and class-leading aquaplaning performance, the SF3 consistently delivers (often 5-9% shorter dry stops and notable curved-aqua advantages). If your driving skews toward wet, cold and snowy conditions with an eye on running costs, the ASC2's blend of wet handling wins, stronger snow/ice braking, lower rolling resistance and markedly better wear can be compelling.
Test Results
Independent comparison tyre tests are the best source of data to get tyre information from, and the good news is there have been thirteen tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Continental AllSeasonContact 2 | four | |
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 | eight | |
| one draws in one tests | ||
While it might look like the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 is better than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tyres are very complicated objects which means where one tyre is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tyres compare across multiple tyre test categories.
Key Strengths
- Outstanding wet control and frequent wet-handling wins (e.g., 2024-25 tests)
- Stronger winter performance in braking/handling in multiple tests (snow/ice)
- Lowest rolling resistance in class frequently; better fuel economy
- Significantly better wear and value per 1000 km across several tests
- Class-leading dry braking in virtually every test (often 5-9% shorter)
- Best-in-test aquaplaning resistance (straight and curved) repeatedly
- Very balanced overall with multiple overall test wins
- Low noise and sporty, precise feel; strong wet braking
Dry Braking
Looking at data from twelve tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during twelve dry braking tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 stopped the vehicle in 7.04% less distance than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Dry Braking: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during three dry handling [s] tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was 0.66% faster around a lap than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during two dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was 0.14% faster around a lap than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during two subj. dry handling tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 scored 4.33% more points than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from twelve tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during five wet braking tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 stopped the vehicle in 0.62% less distance than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Wet Braking: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Wet Braking - Cool
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during one wet braking - cool tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 stopped the vehicle in 3.48% less distance than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Wet Braking - Cool: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 stopped the vehicle in 1.03% less distance than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during two wet handling [s] tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was 0.18% faster around a wet lap than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during four wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was 0.68% faster around a wet lap than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during one subj. wet handling tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 scored 0.41% more points than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during three wet circle tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was 0.46% faster around a wet circle than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Wet Circle: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from ten tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during ten straight aqua tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 floated at a 5.15% higher speed than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Straight Aqua: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from nine tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during nine curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 slipped out at a 10.3% higher speed than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Snow Braking
Looking at data from nine tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during six snow braking tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 stopped the vehicle in 2.68% less distance than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Snow Braking: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Snow Traction
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during two snow traction tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 accelerated 3.32% faster than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Snow Traction: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Snow Traction
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during four snow traction tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 had 1.36% better snow traction than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Snow Traction: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Snow Handling [s]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during three snow handling [s] tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was 0.87% faster around a lap than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Snow Handling [s]: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Snow Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during five snow handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was 1.43% faster around a lap than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Snow Handling [Km/H]: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Subj. Snow Handling
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during one subj. snow handling tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 scored 0.44% more points than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Subj. Snow Handling: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Snow Circle
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during one snow circle tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 provided 0.38% more lateral grip than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Snow Circle: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Snow Slalom
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during two snow slalom tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was 0.49% faster through a slalom than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Snow Slalom: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Ice Braking
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during two ice braking tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 stopped the vehicle 0.37% shorter than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Ice Braking: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Ice Traction
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during two ice traction tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 accelerated 8.13% faster than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Ice Traction: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during one subj. comfort tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 scored 0.76% more points than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Subj. Noise
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during one subj. noise tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 scored 20% more points than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Subj. Noise: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Noise
Looking at data from nine tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during seven noise tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 measured 0.1% quieter than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Noise: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Wear
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during four wear tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 is predicted to cover 13.92% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Wear: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Value
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during three value tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 proved to have a 6.53% better value based on price/1000km than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Value: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Price
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during one price tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 cost 0.74% less than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Price: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from nine tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during seven rolling resistance tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 had a 4.24% lower rolling resistance than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 used 2.23% less fuel than the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 emitted 10.45% less particle wear matter than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Abrasion: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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Real World Driver Reviews
Continental AllSeasonContact 2 Driver Reviews
Drivers generally describe the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 as a very capable, confidence-inspiring all-season tyre with standout wet grip, strong cold-weather traction, and reassuring light-snow performance, often paired with good comfort and low noise. Many high-scoring reviews also report stable, predictable behaviour across a wide temperature range and, in some cases, excellent tread life. The most repeated downside is a softer, less precise steering feel (on-centre vagueness/response delay), especially when driven hard in warm, dry conditions. A smaller but notable group also reports faster-than-expected wear on some vehicles/axles.
Based on 48 reviews with an average rating of 81%
Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Driver Reviews
Drivers generally rate the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 very highly, highlighting strong wet and dry grip with confident braking and a capable, predictable feel across changing seasons. Many also report impressive snow/ice competence for an all-season tyre, along with generally low cabin noise, good comfort, and reassuring stability for everyday driving. Minority feedback points to a softer/less sporty steering response (especially in warmer temperatures or when pushed hard) and a notable subset reporting manufacturing/roundness issues leading to vibrations and difficult warranty experiences.
Based on 49 reviews with an average rating of 83%
In dry conditions manages to have acceptable levels of grip in a straight line, slight wheel spin sometimes but cannot complain since the M2 is RWD 365bhp.
Very strong tyre in the dry and super progressive, really lets you know when it does begin to slip when doing spirited driving. A big strong point as these tyres still allow the vehicle to be driven in a sporting manner.
In the wet they are okay for wet straight line grip, it spins up pretty... Continue reading this review using the link below
Conclusion
For drivers facing frequent rain, cold and real winter use, or who value longevity and cost per km, the Continental ASC2 is the safer, cheaper-to-run pick. For drivers prioritizing crisp dry response and maximum aquaplaning security-especially at motorway speeds-and who accept faster wear, the Pirelli SF3 is the dynamic benchmark. The practical takeaway: choose Pirelli for dry-first/all-weather confidence, choose Continental for wet-winter security and value.
Key Differences
- Dry braking: Pirelli dominates (e.g., 38.1 m vs 41.5 m; ~8% advantage typical).
- Aquaplaning: Pirelli leads straight and curved (often 5-19% stronger).
- Wet handling: Continental more often edges laps and subjective control.
- Winter: Continental generally brakes/handles better on snow and often on ice; Pirelli sometimes higher traction but longer snow stops.
- Efficiency and wear: Continental has lower rolling resistance and longer mileage, improving cost per 1000 km.
- Noise/comfort: Small swings, but Continental more frequently quieter; Pirelli slightly sportier steering feel.
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tyre industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tyres in the same test.
Why is this important? Tyre testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tyre test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tyre tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tyre Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tyre comparison, Tyre Reviews doesn't.
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