Designed for passenger cars, the Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 22545R17 94H carries a 225 mm tread width, a 45% sidewall profile, and mounts on 17-inch rims.
Rated at load index 94 (up to 670 kg / 1477 lbs) and speed index H (up to 210 km/h / 130 mph), the tire sits in the budget-friendly C1 category.
No rim protection is built in here, meaning the wheel edge isn’t specifically shielded from curb contact. This is not a run-flat tire, so a spare or roadside assistance plan is still worth keeping on hand. It’s built with reinforced construction, which raises its load index above a comparable standard tire — worth checking your registration if load rating matters for your vehicle.
It performs on muddy and snow-covered roads and carries winter-suitability testing.
The EU label breaks down to class C for fuel efficiency, class B for wet grip, and class B for noise at 72 dB — a moderate noise footprint, not particularly loud or quiet.
Keep in mind the EU label doesn’t capture everything — dry-road handling, aquaplaning resistance, and wear rate aren’t part of the official rating, so it’s worth weighing alongside fuel efficiency and wet grip.
You can view the manufacturer’s full specification sheet here. Looking for more options in this size? Browse our full 225/45R17 tire size guide.
This review is based on manufacturer specifications, technical data, and aggregated driver feedback. Last updated: September 4, 2026