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Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 vs Michelin Agilis 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 1 + 2 road tests and 910 + 1,068 owner reviews. How we score

Agilis CrossClimate is ahead, 78–67

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Hankook Dynapro HT RH12
Tire AHankook

Dynapro HT RH12

All-Season tire

± 8

Tests – · 1 test Owners 67 · 910 reviews

“I'm having these tires put on right now. I went with the dynapro HT in a 265/65/17”

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate
Tire BMichelin

Agilis CrossClimate

All Season

± 6

Tests 72 · 2 tests Owners 86 · 1,068 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 7 in 2020 Commercial Van All Season Tyre Test (dry braking)

“We have the Agilis cross climates on our C-class 3.5t MH and have been utterly delighted with them. They’re quiet, really grippy and give a great ride. What’s not to like?”

Category by category

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

  1. 69

    Dry

    Agilis CrossClimate +9
    78
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro HT RH12Agilis CrossClimate
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 2 tests≈ 69 (est.)72
    Reviews found online7088

    Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 68.9 (est.) + 40% × 69.9 = 69

    Agilis CrossClimate: 60% × 71.5 + 40% × 87.6 = 78

    No road tests of dry for Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.42).

  2. 69

    Wet

    Agilis CrossClimate +9
    78
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro HT RH12Agilis CrossClimate
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 2 tests≈ 70 (est.)71
    Reviews found online6988

    Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 69.7 (est.) + 40% × 68.8 = 69

    Agilis CrossClimate: 60% × 71.4 + 40% × 88.1 = 78

    No road tests of wet for Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.55).

  3. 62

    Snow

    Agilis CrossClimate +16
    78
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro HT RH12Agilis CrossClimate
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 2 tests≈ 65 (est.)75
    Reviews found online5682

    Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 65.3 (est.) + 40% × 56.2 = 62

    Agilis CrossClimate: 60% × 75 + 40% × 82.1 = 78

    No road tests of snow for Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.37).

  4. 68

    Comfort

    Agilis CrossClimate +10
    78
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro HT RH12Agilis CrossClimate
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 69 (est.)≈ 71 (est.)
    Reviews found online6782

    Dynapro HT RH12: 40% × 68.7 (est.) + 60% × 66.9 = 68

    Agilis CrossClimate: 40% × 71.5 (est.) + 60% × 81.8 = 78

    No road tests of comfort for Dynapro HT RH12 or Agilis CrossClimate. The test half is the tested tires’ average (69): owners’ comfort ratings barely follow the road tests.

  5. 71

    Noise

    Dynapro HT RH12 +1
    70
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro HT RH12Agilis CrossClimate
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 1 tests≈ 67 (est.)73
    Reviews found online77≈ 67 (est.)

    Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 66.6 (est.) + 40% × 77.3 = 71

    Agilis CrossClimate: 60% × 73 + 40% × 66.6 (est.) = 70

    No road tests of noise for Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is the tested tires’ average (67): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests.

    No owner ratings of noise for Agilis 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. 65

    Treadwear

    Agilis CrossClimate +13
    78
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro HT RH12Agilis CrossClimate
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / – tests64≈ 73 (est.)
    Reviews found online6685

    Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 63.9 + 40% × 65.6 = 65

    Agilis CrossClimate: 60% × 72.7 (est.) + 40% × 85 = 78

    No road tests of treadwear for Agilis CrossClimate. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.35).

  7. 67

    Handling (owners)

    Agilis CrossClimate +14
    81
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro HT RH12Agilis CrossClimate
    Reviews found online6781
  8. –

    Efficiency

    No comparison
    69
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro HT RH12Agilis CrossClimate
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 1 tests–69
Scores at a glance
Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 vs Michelin Agilis CrossClimate: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryHankook Dynapro HT RH12Michelin Agilis CrossClimate
Relative Score 67 78
Dry 69 78
Wet 69 78
Snow 62 78
Comfort 68 78
Noise 71 70
Treadwear 65 78
Handling (owners) 67 81
Efficiency – 69

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Recomputed
Headline score
± 8

Dynapro HT RH12

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Agilis CrossClimate

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

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.

DisciplineCategoryDynapro HT RH12Agilis CrossClimateΔHead-to-head
Also published by the testers (not in the score)
Overall Ranking Overall #10/13 2022 Consumer Reports All Season Truck Tires #1/4 2022 Auto Bild Reisemobil Commercial All-Season Tire Test R16 – Different tests

Pros, cons & observations

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

Tire A Dynapro HT RH12

Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.

Tire B Agilis CrossClimate

Pros

  • Outstanding wet and winter weather traction
  • Exceptional tread life and long-term durability
  • Stiff sidewalls providing enhanced cornering stability and handling

Cons

  • Slightly higher road noise or low drone at certain speeds
  • Higher initial purchase price compared to standard options
  • A few reports of a minor decrease in fuel economy
All owner themes in the Agilis CrossClimate review

What real owners are saying

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

Tire A

Hankook Dynapro HT RH12

Positive

The community generally views the Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 as a reliable, comfortable highway all-season tire that offers good value compared to premium alternatives. Users note that the tires are quiet, track straight, and provide solid wet and dry grip, making them a popular choice for trucks, SUVs, and daily commuting.

r/denverlist ·2025-12-09

“For Sale: 3X Used Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 Tire - 205/75R16C Description: 3 used Hankook Dynapro HT (RH12) highway all-season tire is available. This model is designed for vans, pickups, and sport utility vehicles, combining long treadwear, good ride comfort, and all-season traction. Brand: Hankook Model: Dynapro HT (RH12) Size: 205/75R16C Condition: Used/Part-worn. The tire has been previously used. Features: The tire features a high-grip silica compound for improved wet and dry traction and a reinforced under-tread to prevent internal damage from impacts. Price: $300 Location: South Denver, Metro area delivery for $50 Read more”

f150forum.com

“Quote: Originally Posted by Bamaman This must be one of the most popular size of tires on the retail tire market. We're talking 100's to pick from. And unfortunately it's a very expensive tire size too. Yes I've noticed they are expensive! Although I realize I am not limited to just what is in stock at my nearest DiscTire, what they have now is interesting - not many in stock right now. They range from the $169 Trailfinder All Terrain, the $206.00 Cooper Discovers ATP II, the $209.00 Hankook Dynapro HT RH12, then a big jump up to the $277.00 Michelin Defender LTX M/S, and the YUGE $293.00 BFG A/T T/A KO2. I need a tire pretty much for road driving only. I do not often go out of town but for instance I've got a 9 hour trip later this month. It snows here in my area maybe..2 weeks / year, and nothing insane. So I don't really even need A/T tires in my opinion. The Hankook Dynapro seems to fit budget and looks like a good road tire. I can't tell which ones are Chinese but, sure, I'd love to avoid that too! Thanks for all the suggestions here.”

ridgelineownersclub.com ·2012-10-28

“I'm having these tires put on right now. I went with the dynapro HT in a 265/65/17”

Top themes
#highway driving comfort#low road noise#good wet and dry grip#competitive pricing#straight line tracking#SUV and truck compatibility#treadwear and longevity

Based on 8 community posts

Tire B

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate

Positive

Community sentiment toward the Michelin Agilis CrossClimate is largely positive, with owners of vans, RVs, and heavy-duty trucks praising its wet and snow traction, quiet ride, and capability under heavy loads. However, discussions frequently highlight trade-offs such as faster tread wear compared to the Defender series and concerns regarding an NHTSA recall on certain C-metric sizes for snow traction marking non-compliance. Prospective buyers also note confusion regarding the differing directional C-metric and non-directional LT-metric designs.

vwcaliforniaclub.com ·5 upvotes ·2024-07-02

“I fitted these to our 680 Michelin Agilis Crossclimate 235/60 R17C 117/115R 8PR, 3PMSF And they work well, better off tarmac (Grassy muddy farm track) than the factory tyres and felt better in heavy rain. I can’t recall if ride quality changed tho.”

r/tires ·2 upvotes ·2026-10-05

“Costco tire employee here- It can be hard to estimate tire life w/out warranty info. Most members see about 60k miles on the agilis crossclimate and 75k on the defender ltx. The agilis is the better tire for heavy loading but you have to balance that against how fast you'll wear them out. Both are great tires though”

f150forum.com

“I bought a set of Agilis for my 2017 F250 King Ranch two years ago. I live in Colorado and I was attracted to the idea that they could possibly be left on year round and not have to swap between summer and winter tires. I have swapped between summer and winter tires for the past 25 years here in Colorado and I have tried tires that were supposedly "ALL SEASON" but they were always a compromise, not great in the summer and as a highway tire and not great in the winter as a snow or ice tire. The Agilis has been the only tire that has great summer performance, quiet and nice handling and also it has been hard to believe, but they act pretty close to Blizzaks I've had in the past for winter driving. I have 25,000 miles on them and they are wearing very well, and have not become noisy. I'm surprised there are not more accolades on these tires. They came out on top vs several other all season tires.”

Top themes
#Heavy load capability#Winter and snow traction#Tread wear longevity#Defender LTX comparison#C-metric recall notice#Ride comfort and noise#Van and RV use

Based on 54 community posts

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 B · Michelin Agilis CrossClimate
CategoryAll-Season tireAll Season
Vehicle type—Van
Sizes available2422
Rim diameters15″ – 22″15″ – 17″
Tread depth14/32″—
Treadwear warranty40,000 mi—
SidewallBlackwall—
Max pressure54 psi—
Sizes in common55

Which one should you actually buy?

Hankook Dynapro HT RH12

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate

Winner: Michelin Agilis CrossClimate — better snow, handling and treadwear. Where the Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 is ahead, it is by less than 3 points.

Pick tire B You drive through snowy winters

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate scores 78 vs 62 on snow.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate scores 81 vs 67 on handling.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate scores 78 vs 65 on treadwear.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate scores 78 vs 68 on comfort.

Tire A · Hankook Dynapro HT RH12
Tire B · Michelin Agilis CrossClimate

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Dynapro HT RH12 or Agilis CrossClimate?

Which is better in the wet, Dynapro HT RH12 or Agilis CrossClimate?

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate, 78 vs 69 on our wet score.

Which grips better on dry roads, Dynapro HT RH12 or Agilis CrossClimate?

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate, 78 vs 69 on our dry score.

Which is better in snow, Dynapro HT RH12 or Agilis CrossClimate?

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate, 78 vs 62 on our snow score.

Which is quieter, Dynapro HT RH12 or Agilis CrossClimate?

Neither, by our numbers: 71 vs 70 on the noise score, within 3 points.

Which is more comfortable, Dynapro HT RH12 or Agilis CrossClimate?

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate, 78 vs 68 on our comfort score.

Which lasts longer, Dynapro HT RH12 or Agilis CrossClimate?

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate, 78 vs 65 on our treadwear 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