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Continental AllSeasonContact vs Michelin CrossClimate — Compared

Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 28 + 2 road tests and 2,363 + 152 owner reviews. How we score

Too close to call: AllSeasonContact 73, CrossClimate 74.

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Continental AllSeasonContact
Tire AContinental

AllSeasonContact

All Season

± 4

Tests 76 · 28 tests Owners 69 · 2,363 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 19 in 2023 UTAC Large Winter Tire Test R16 (wet handling)

“Originally Posted By: UG_Passat .... Nexen beats out Michelin, Continental, Goodyear and Nokian Surprise loser, is Michelin. Test winner: Nexen N blue 4 Season To solve the goal conflicts succeeds in the test the Nexen N blue 4 Season best. With good performances on wet and ice, the Korean tire on dry and snow-covered road is a bit weaker, but still acceptable. The new AllSeasonContact from Conti , on the other hand, solves the classic conflict of objectives of wetness vs. Snow very well - but at the expense of performance on dry roads. On dry land, the next-ranked Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 and Nokian Wheatherproof are also showing weaknesses. With the exception of the Firestone (worst dry and wet performance), all tires behind it ride on snow only below average - even the most expensive model in the test, the low- wear CrossClimate from Michelin LOL, I am waiting 25 years for ADAC to test tires after 20k. This is not first time ADAC has "surprise" winner.”

Michelin CrossClimate
Tire BMichelin

CrossClimate

All Season

± 6

Tests 75 · 2 tests Owners 74 · 152 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 14 in 2018 New and Worn Summer Tyre Test (noise)

Category by category

Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.

  1. 68

    Dry

    CrossClimate +8
    76
    Why this score
    SourceAllSeasonContactCrossClimate
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 28 / 2 tests6978
    Reviews found online6674
    Dry Braking (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–196%100%
    Dry Handling (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1100%100%

    AllSeasonContact: 60% × 69.2 + 40% × 66 = 68

    CrossClimate: 60% × 77.9 + 40% × 73.6 = 76

  2. 83

    Wet

    AllSeasonContact +7
    76
    Why this score
    SourceAllSeasonContactCrossClimate
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 28 / 2 tests8775
    Reviews found online7678
    Straight Aquaplaning (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0100%97%
    Wet Braking (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–097%95%
    Wet Handling (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0100%98%

    AllSeasonContact: 60% × 87.3 + 40% × 75.8 = 83

    CrossClimate: 60% × 75.4 + 40% × 77.8 = 76

  3. 81

    Snow

    AllSeasonContact +13
    68
    Why this score
    SourceAllSeasonContactCrossClimate
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 22 / 2 tests8971
    Reviews found online7165
    Snow Braking (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0100%93%
    Snow Handling (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0100%96%

    AllSeasonContact: 60% × 88.5 + 40% × 70.9 = 81

    CrossClimate: 60% × 70.9 + 40% × 64.9 = 68

  4. 70

    Comfort

    CrossClimate +4
    74
    Why this score
    SourceAllSeasonContactCrossClimate
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 2 / – tests71≈ 70 (est.)
    Reviews found online6976

    AllSeasonContact: 40% × 71.4 + 60% × 69.2 = 70

    CrossClimate: 40% × 70.4 (est.) + 60% × 76.2 = 74

    No road tests of comfort for CrossClimate. The test half is the tested tires’ average (69): owners’ comfort ratings barely follow the road tests.

  5. 63

    Noise

    CrossClimate +6
    69
    Why this score
    SourceAllSeasonContactCrossClimate
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 21 / 1 tests6171
    Reviews found online≈ 67 (est.)≈ 67 (est.)
    Noise (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–197%98%

    AllSeasonContact: 60% × 61 + 40% × 66.5 (est.) = 63

    CrossClimate: 60% × 70.7 + 40% × 66.5 (est.) = 69

    No owner ratings of noise for AllSeasonContact or CrossClimate. The owner half is the owners’ average (67): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests, so the tests say nothing about how owners would rate it.

  6. 68

    Treadwear

    CrossClimate +6
    74
    Why this score
    SourceAllSeasonContactCrossClimate
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 6 / 1 tests7174
    Reviews found online6575
    Wear (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–166%91%

    AllSeasonContact: 60% × 70.9 + 40% × 64.7 = 68

    CrossClimate: 60% × 73.8 + 40% × 75.2 = 74

  7. 72

    Handling (owners)

    CrossClimate +1
    73
    Why this score
    SourceAllSeasonContactCrossClimate
    Reviews found online7273
  8. 88

    Efficiency

    AllSeasonContact +12
    76
    Why this score
    SourceAllSeasonContactCrossClimate
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 20 / 2 tests8876
    Rolling Resistance (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0100%91%
Scores at a glance
CategoryContinental AllSeasonContactMichelin CrossClimate
Relative Score 73 74
Dry 68 76
Wet 83 76
Snow 81 68
Comfort 70 74
Noise 63 69
Treadwear 68 74
Handling (owners) 72 73
Efficiency 88 76

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AllSeasonContact

± 6

CrossClimate

The professional test results behind the scores

Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.

In the overall rankings of 2 tests that ran both, Continental AllSeasonContact finished ahead 1 times and Michelin CrossClimate 1 times.

DisciplineCategoryAllSeasonContactCrossClimateΔHead-to-head
Dry Braking Dry 96% 100% −4.2 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2017 All Season Tyre Test · 205/55 R16
Dry Handling Dry 100% 100% −0.1 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2017 All Season Tyre Test · 205/55 R16
Straight Aquaplaning Wet 100% 97% +3.1 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2017 All Season Tyre Test · 205/55 R16
Wet Braking Wet 97% 95% +1.1 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2017 All Season Tyre Test · 205/55 R16
Wet Handling Wet 100% 98% +2.1 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2017 All Season Tyre Test · 205/55 R16
Snow Braking Snow 100% 93% +6.6 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2017 All Season Tyre Test · 205/55 R16
Snow Handling Snow 100% 96% +4.0 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2017 All Season Tyre Test · 205/55 R16
Noise Noise 97% 98% −0.7 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2017 All Season Tyre Test · 205/55 R16
Wear Treadwear 66% 91% −25.8 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2017 All Season Tyre Test · 205/55 R16
Rolling Resistance Efficiency 100% 91% +9.2 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2017 All Season Tyre Test · 205/55 R16
Also published by the testers (not in the score)
Total Cost of Ownership Cost #6/10 #4/10 – 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2017 All Season Tyre Test · 205/55 R16
Value Cost 51% 65% −13.3 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2017 All Season Tyre Test · 205/55 R16
Overall Ranking Overall #2/9 #9/9 – 1–1 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2018 ADAC All Season Tyre Test · 175/65 R14

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A AllSeasonContact

Pros

  • Exceptional wet and snow traction
  • Predictable and stable handling characteristics
  • High level of ride comfort and cabin refinement

Cons

  • Accelerated tread wear in high-temperature summer conditions
  • Occasional reports of road noise or specific frequency whining
  • Mixed feedback on dry-road performance during extreme heat
All owner themes in the AllSeasonContact review

Tire B CrossClimate

Pros

  • Exceptional tread life and durability
  • Strong wet-weather grip and hydroplaning resistance
  • Reliable traction in light snow and cold conditions

Cons

  • Tendency to pick up and retain small stones in the tread pattern
  • Noticeable drop in performance as tread depth decreases
  • Potential for reduced fuel economy compared to dedicated summer tires
All owner themes in the CrossClimate review

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Continental AllSeasonContact

Mixed

Community opinion on the Continental AllSeasonContact is generally positive regarding its winter and wet weather performance, but mixed when it comes to noise, ride harshness, and wear characteristics. Users appreciate its strong snow and rain capabilities compared to competitors, though some note drawbacks such as increased road noise or stiffness over time, particularly for XL-rated variants. Additionally, availability is primarily focused in Europe, making it a well-regarded option overseas while being largely absent in North America.

r/AutomobileRO ·1 upvote ·2025-05-26

“Ai presupune ca au remediat sau imbunatatit ceva la allseason 2 dar exact acelasi tip de uzura am observat si eu la Continental Allseason Contact 1. Nu le-am luat din magazin, le-am luat de la cineva care pretinde ca au fost folosite maxim 2000km, aveau DOT sfarsit de 2022 si adancime profil 6.5-7mm. N-am fost atent daca erau asa de cand le-am luat poate daca observam le evitam, dar dupa nici 2 luni de folosire (sub 1000km) cand am verificat presiunea din roti cu o ocazie am observat si eu exact acelas tip de uzura. Am zis ca iau continental ca-s mai premium si n-am treaba multi ani, pentru ca si asa fac sub 6000km pe an. Daca stiam mai puneam cateva sute de lei si luam hankook sau nexen cu DOT 2024.”
r/TyreReviews ·6 upvotes ·2025-12-08

“Conti allseason contact harsh and noisy”
r/dkbiler ·2 upvotes ·2026-02-11

“Jeg har kørt udenmærket på dem på denne vej i min yaris, så længe jeg kører efter forholdene. Sad dog fast i dyb sne ved min indkørsel, som jeg burde have skovlet. Jeg skovlede den fri med 4-5 spader, og kørte så videre uden problemer. Ellers kun mistet grebet én gang på sort is med for meget fart. (kun slinger kørsel omrking 100m, fik kontrol igen). Edit: jeg ser lige at det er Continental AllSeasonContact jeg har, ikke 2.”
Top themes
#Winter and snow grip#Wet weather performance#Noise and ride comfort#Tread wear and durability#Comparison with competitors#Regional availability

Based on 15 community posts

Tire B

Michelin CrossClimate

We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Continental AllSeasonContact B · Michelin CrossClimate
CategoryAll SeasonAll Season
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available108—
Rim diameters13″ – 20″—

Which one should you actually buy?

Continental AllSeasonContact

Michelin CrossClimate

Too close to call: Continental AllSeasonContact and Michelin CrossClimate are within 2 points overall. Continental AllSeasonContact is stronger on snow, efficiency and wet. Michelin CrossClimate is stronger on dry, noise and treadwear.

Pick tire A You drive through snowy winters

Continental AllSeasonContact scores 81 vs 68 on snow.

Pick tire A You want lower fuel or energy use

Continental AllSeasonContact scores 88 vs 76 on efficiency.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Michelin CrossClimate scores 76 vs 68 on dry.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Continental AllSeasonContact scores 83 vs 76 on wet.

Tire A · Continental AllSeasonContact
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AllSeasonContact or CrossClimate?

Which is better in the wet, AllSeasonContact or CrossClimate?

Continental AllSeasonContact, 83 vs 76 on our wet score.

Which grips better on dry roads, AllSeasonContact or CrossClimate?

Michelin CrossClimate, 76 vs 68 on our dry score.

Which is better in snow, AllSeasonContact or CrossClimate?

Continental AllSeasonContact, 81 vs 68 on our snow score.

Which is quieter, AllSeasonContact or CrossClimate?

Michelin CrossClimate, 69 vs 63 on our noise score.

Which is more comfortable, AllSeasonContact or CrossClimate?

Michelin CrossClimate, 74 vs 70 on our comfort score.

Which lasts longer, AllSeasonContact or CrossClimate?

Michelin CrossClimate, 74 vs 68 on our treadwear score.

Which rolls more easily, AllSeasonContact or CrossClimate?

Continental AllSeasonContact, 88 vs 76 on our efficiency score.

How do we compare tires?

Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.

Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.

Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology