Bridgestone Alenza Prestige vs Pirelli Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3: The all-season SUV tire battle is heating up. Bridgestone’s new Alenza Prestige enters the market promising premium comfort, confident handling, and strong year-round performance—but it faces a proven rival in the Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season Plus 3. Can Bridgestone’s newest contender outperform one of Pirelli’s strongest all-season SUV tires, or does the established favorite still have the edge?
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Results: Bridgestone Alenza Prestige vs Pirelli Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3
Results below were taken from the Tire Rack’s “Crossover Tires Tested 2025” test. A total of 8 tires were tested this time around in Tire Rack’s own proving ground. The graph below shows the comparison between Bridgestone Alenza Prestige vs Pirelli Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3 based on the relevant performance category. The Bridgestone Alenza Prestige was set as a reference hence at the 100% mark. Note that for subjective evaluation, we equate 1 point as 5%. Hence for example if tire A is graded 7 while tire B is graded 6, A is better than B by 5%.
As both tires are categorized as all season tires, Tire Rack has included snow & ice in its testing portfolio. The tire size of interest is 235/55R19 which is a common tire size for Chevrolet Equinox and Toyota RAV4. You can check out our latest tire size table for more information. The testing vehicle is a Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
Wet
In wet conditions, the Pirelli Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3 performs better across all three tests. It stops 10 feet shorter in wet braking, giving it a 7% advantage over the Bridgestone Alenza Prestige. It also scores 0.25 points higher in subjective wet handling, a 1% improvement, and completes the wet handling lap 0.22 seconds faster, another 1% advantage. Overall, the Pirelli holds a clear wet-braking advantage while also feeling slightly sharper through wet corners.
Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3 :
- +7% in wet braking
- +1% in wet handling (subj)
- +1% in wet handling (lap time)
Dry
In dry conditions, the Pirelli Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3 stops 5 feet shorter, giving it a 4% advantage in dry braking. However, the Bridgestone Alenza Prestige scores 0.25 points higher in subjective dry handling, giving it a 1% advantage. Overall, the Pirelli is stronger under hard braking, while the Bridgestone feels slightly better through dry corners.
Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3 :
- +4% in dry braking
- -1% in dry handling (subj)
Noise/Comfort/Ride Quality
The Pirelli Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3 scores 0.34 points higher for noise, comfort, and ride quality, giving it a 2% advantage over the Bridgestone Alenza Prestige. Overall, the Pirelli delivers the quieter and more comfortable ride.
Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3 :
- +2% in average of Noise, Comfort & Ride Quality.
Snow
In snow, the Bridgestone Alenza Prestige is clearly stronger across every test. It stops 21.84 feet shorter in snow braking, giving it a 22% advantage, and needs 12.69 feet less to accelerate, a 36% advantage. It also scores 2.17 points higher in subjective snow handling, an 11% advantage, while completing the snow handling lap 7.38 seconds faster, another 11% advantage. Overall, the Bridgestone delivers much stronger traction, braking, and control in snowy conditions.
Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3 :
- -22% in Snow braking
- -36% in Snow traction
- -11% in Snow handling (subj)
- -11% in Snow handling (lap time)
Ice
On ice, the Bridgestone Alenza Prestige stops 5.9 feet shorter than the Pirelli Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3, giving it a 10% advantage in ice braking. Overall, the Bridgestone provides the stronger and safer stopping performance on icy roads.
Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3 :
- -10% in Ice braking
Mileage & UTQG ratings
The Bridgestone Alenza Prestige has the stronger tread-life package, with a 700 UTQG treadwear rating versus 600 for the Pirelli Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3, along with a 60,000-mile warranty compared with 50,000 miles. However, the Pirelli carries a higher AA traction rating, while the Bridgestone is rated A. Both tires share the same A temperature rating. Overall, the Bridgestone is the better choice for expected longevity, while the Pirelli holds the advantage in UTQG traction.
| Brand | Tireline | Size | Tread Wear | Traction | Temperature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgestone | Alenza Prestige | All | 700 | A | A |
| Pirelli | Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3 | All | 600 | AA | A |
Price
In size 235/55R19, the Pirelli Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3 costs $16 less per tire than the Bridgestone Alenza Prestige. At $271 versus $287, the Pirelli is 6% cheaper, making it the better-value option on purchase price.
Tire size: 235/55R19
- Alenza Prestige : $ 287
- Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3 : $ 271
Difference: -6% more cheaper for Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3
Summary
From my tire expert point of view, the Bridgestone Alenza Prestige is the better choice for winter performance and long-term ownership. It is much stronger in snow and ice, carries a higher 700 treadwear rating, and includes a longer 60,000-mile warranty. The Pirelli Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3 is better in wet braking, dry braking, comfort, and purchase price, costing $16 less per tire. Overall, I would choose the Bridgestone for four-season security, while the Pirelli is the stronger value for drivers focused on wet and dry road performance.
Dr Edwin Pang