Tests 79 · 1 test Owners 74 · 3 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 9 in 2024 EV Tyre Test (dry braking)
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Hankook iON evo SUV vs Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV — 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 + 4 road tests and 3 + 2,560 owner reviews. How we score
CrossClimate 2 SUV is ahead, 83–77
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Tests 87 · 4 tests Owners 83 · 2,560 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 10 in 2023 SUV All Season Tyre Test (dry braking)
“I also live in Michigan and we get plenty of all four seasons. I put CC2s on my 2017 RAV4 Hybrid. They have handled all weather conditions up to and including moderate snow with aplomb. If I had to buy new tires tomorrow, I'd get another set.”
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
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Dry
CrossClimate 2 SUV +787Why this score
Source iON evo SUV CrossClimate 2 SUV Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 4 tests 82 86 Reviews found online 76 89 iON evo SUV: 60% × 81.8 + 40% × 76.3 = 80
CrossClimate 2 SUV: 60% × 85.8 + 40% × 88.7 = 87
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Wet
CrossClimate 2 SUV +684Why this score
Source iON evo SUV CrossClimate 2 SUV Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 4 tests 78 84 Reviews found online 77 85 iON evo SUV: 60% × 77.7 + 40% × 77.3 = 78
CrossClimate 2 SUV: 60% × 84 + 40% × 84.9 = 84
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No comparison91Why this score
Source iON evo SUV CrossClimate 2 SUV Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 4 tests – 98 Reviews found online – 80 CrossClimate 2 SUV: 60% × 97.6 + 40% × 80.4 = 91
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71
Comfort
CrossClimate 2 SUV +1586Why this score
Source iON evo SUV CrossClimate 2 SUV Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 2 tests ≈ 70 (est.) 82 Reviews found online 73 88 iON evo SUV: 40% × 69.8 (est.) + 60% × 72.5 = 71
CrossClimate 2 SUV: 40% × 82.3 + 60% × 88.3 = 86
No road tests of comfort for iON evo SUV. The test half is the tested tires’ average (69): owners’ comfort ratings barely follow the road tests.
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77
Noise
Level77Why this score
Source iON evo SUV CrossClimate 2 SUV Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 4 tests 83 83 Reviews found online ≈ 67 (est.) ≈ 67 (est.) iON evo SUV: 60% × 83.3 + 40% × 66.6 (est.) = 77
CrossClimate 2 SUV: 60% × 83.2 + 40% × 66.6 (est.) = 77
No owner ratings of noise for iON evo SUV or CrossClimate 2 SUV. 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.
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74
Treadwear
iON evo SUV +470Why this score
Source iON evo SUV CrossClimate 2 SUV Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / – tests 78 ≈ 68 (est.) Reviews found online 69 73 iON evo SUV: 60% × 77.6 + 40% × 69.1 = 74
CrossClimate 2 SUV: 60% × 68.4 (est.) + 40% × 72.6 = 70
No road tests of treadwear for CrossClimate 2 SUV. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.35).
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Handling (owners)
CrossClimate 2 SUV +1489Why this score
Source iON evo SUV CrossClimate 2 SUV Reviews found online 75 89 -
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Efficiency
CrossClimate 2 SUV +1387Why this score
Source iON evo SUV CrossClimate 2 SUV Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 3 tests 74 87
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook iON evo SUV | Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV |
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| Relative Score | 77 | 83 |
| Dry | 80 | 87 |
| Wet | 78 | 84 |
| Snow | – | 91 |
| Comfort | 71 | 86 |
| Noise | 77 | 77 |
| Treadwear | 74 | 70 |
| Handling (owners) | 75 | 89 |
| Efficiency | 74 | 87 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
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Headline score
77
/ 100
iON evo SUV
83
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CrossClimate 2 SUV
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.
| Discipline | Category | iON evo SUV | CrossClimate 2 SUV | Δ | Head-to-head |
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| Dry Braking | Dry | 100% #1/9 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 100% #1/7 · 2025 Quattroruote All-Season Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% #5/9 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 83% #6/9 · 2025 ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ All-Season Tire Test R17 | – | Different tests |
| Curved Aquaplaning | Wet | 91% #5/9 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 87% #3/9 · 2025 ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ All-Season Tire Test R17 | – | Different tests |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 99% #5/9 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 100% #1/7 · 2025 Quattroruote All-Season Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 96% #5/9 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 99% #3/7 · 2025 Quattroruote All-Season Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 96% #5/9 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 83% #6/9 · 2025 ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ All-Season Tire Test R17 | – | Different tests |
| Noise | Noise | 100% #1/9 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 100% #3/9 · 2024 Motor SUV All Season Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #3/9 2024 EV Tyre Test | #1/7 2025 Quattroruote All-Season Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A iON evo SUV
Pros
- Significantly quieter and smoother ride compared to OEM or competitor tires
- Improved energy efficiency and fuel economy (mpg)
- Excellent value for money, offering high performance at a lower price point than competitors like Michelin
Cons
- Tread wear is rated as only average, with users estimating a moderate total lifespan on heavier vehicles
Tire B CrossClimate 2 SUV
Pros
- Exceptional wet, ice, and snow traction that inspires winter-weather driving confidence
- Significantly improved ride comfort and impact absorption over road imperfections
- Impressive tread life and durability yielding long-term value
Cons
- Higher initial purchase price compared to competitors
- Minor fuel economy or range drop reported by some users, especially on hybrids and EVs
- Occasional low-pitched or increased road noise at highway speeds (between 50-70 MPH)
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Hankook iON evo SUV
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Tire B
Positive
Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV
Community sentiment for the Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV is largely positive, with drivers consistently praising its exceptional grip and safety in snow, slush, and heavy rain. The primary trade-offs frequently cited are reduced fuel/range efficiency—particularly noted by EV owners—along with a premium price tag, directional rotation limitations, and mixed opinions on road noise.
subaruoutback.org
·2 upvotes ·2023-04-03
“I put the CC2s on my 2016 OB about 5K miles ago. There was an immediate ~2 MPG hit for both local and highway driving, but the amazing grip, smoothness, and reduction in road noise (even compared to the excellent Michelin tires I was running prior to the CC2s) makes it worthwhile to me. I like the increased rolling resistance in local and back road driving, almost like having more engine braking. Expensive rubber though.”
bobistheoilguy.com
·1 upvote ·2025-07-21
“You got that right! Between my local tire shop and many on here claiming the CC2s was the greatest thing since the forward pass I took the plunge. Last week I took the manager for a ride at the tire shop and he said that’s the complaints he hears about them. He still thinks the noise is worth the trade off in the snow, even though we get next to none here anymore. They’ve been balanced on a hunter and road forced yet still vibrate at 80. When I swap out the CC2s for my lx 25s there’s no vibration whatsoever and next to no sound. The lx25s are one of the ugliest tires I’ve ever seen or I’d just run with them. My goal is to use the lx25s as a winter tire and get pro contacts to replace the Michelins, but, I can’t get the Michelins to wear out. Which is obviously a good thing considering they cost a grand. They went to 7-8/32nds and stalled like a brisket. Meanwhile at almost 2 yrs old they’re getting harder as everyday passes. Worst “premium” tire I’ve ever purchased!”
swedespeed.com
·2022-01-19
“We visited VT for Christmas and got quite a lot of freezing rain. My parents live on dirt roads and they weren't sanded. Crossclimate 2s on the XC90 took it all in stride. It wasn't my first choice of tire. But I didn't feel "caught with my pants down" either. In NJ we have lots of "winter" days that range from the teens to the 40's. Right now the CC2s are my summer tire and I run Blizzaks for winter. If I were to run CC2s year round, I would buy new tires in Nov, keep them for 2 years, then sell them as barely used and buy a new set. Just like with the older all-season tires, winter performance is definitely better when the tire is newer.”
Top themes
#Snow and winter traction#Wet grip and hydroplaning resistance#EV range and fuel efficiency impact#Road noise and ride comfort#High price and premium value#Directional tread rotation limits#Treadwear and longevity
Based on 97 community posts
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook iON evo SUV | B · Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | All Season |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 56 | 35 |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 23″ | 17″ – 22″ |
| Sizes in common | 18 | 18 |
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Hankook iON evo SUV
83
/ 100
Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV
Winner: Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV — better comfort, handling and efficiency. Pick the Hankook iON evo SUV if treadwear matters most to you. Hankook iON evo SUV rests on little evidence so far (1 test, 3 reviews), so read this result as provisional.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV scores 86 vs 71 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV scores 89 vs 75 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want lower fuel or energy use
Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV scores 87 vs 74 on efficiency.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV scores 87 vs 80 on dry.
Tire A · Hankook iON evo SUV
Tire B · Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV
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iON evo SUV or CrossClimate 2 SUV?
Which is better in the wet, iON evo SUV or CrossClimate 2 SUV?
Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV, 84 vs 78 on our wet score.
Which grips better on dry roads, iON evo SUV or CrossClimate 2 SUV?
Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV, 87 vs 80 on our dry score.
Which is quieter, iON evo SUV or CrossClimate 2 SUV?
Neither, by our numbers: 77 vs 77 on the noise score, within 3 points.
Which is more comfortable, iON evo SUV or CrossClimate 2 SUV?
Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV, 86 vs 71 on our comfort score.
Which lasts longer, iON evo SUV or CrossClimate 2 SUV?
Hankook iON evo SUV, 74 vs 70 on our treadwear score.
Which rolls more easily, iON evo SUV or CrossClimate 2 SUV?
Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV, 87 vs 74 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