Pirelli 2492900 Winter Sottozero 3 265/40R20 104V XL Winter Tire

The Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 265/40R20 104V XL (Part# 2492900) is a ultra-high-performance winter tire engineered specifically for premium and high-performance vehicles. As Pirelli's third-generation Sottozero — Italian for "below zero" — this tire is built to deliver confident traction, handling, and braking in cold, wet, snowy, and icy conditions.

Co-developed with leading premium and prestige OEM automakers, the Winter Sottozero 3 features an innovative compound with specialized polymers that enhance the tread rubber's mechanical, thermal, and dynamic properties. The directional double-arrow tread pattern enlarges the contact patch for improved snow traction, while more rounded shoulders help expel water and slush efficiently.

Key Features:

• 3D Sipe Technology — Enhances tread pattern stability, optimizes the footprint, and improves braking on dry roads while reducing treadwear
• Directional Double-Arrow Pattern — Increases the number of tread blocks for high traction on snow-covered roads
• Wider Grooves — Promotes rapid water expulsion for excellent wet handling and hydroplaning resistance
• High Sipe Density — Delivers great grip on snow and improved bite on icy surfaces
• Functionalized Compound — Specialized polymer technology improves performance across a wide range of cold-weather conditions
• Extra Load (XL) Construction — Reinforced carcass supports higher load demands typical of performance and luxury vehicles
• Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) Certified — Meets the industry's severe snow service requirements
• Directional Tread Pattern — Optimized for maximum water and slush evacuation

The Winter Sottozero 3 in size 265/40R20 carries a load index of 104 (1,984 lbs per tire) and a speed rating of V (up to 149 mph), making it well-suited for high-performance luxury sedans, coupes, and SUVs running 20-inch wheels. Pirelli recommends installing this tire in sets of four to ensure balanced handling and consistent performance across all four corners.