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 — 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 + 33 road tests and 3 + 21,761 owner reviews. How we score
CrossClimate 2 is ahead, 87–76
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Tests 87 · 33 tests Owners 87 · 21,761 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 35 in 2023 All Season Tyre 35 Set Shootout (dry braking)
“We downsized from 21” stock on GTline to 20” rims and put on the CC2s—can’t stand the ugly stock rims and plastic covers. It got so much quieter that we noticed we could turn the radio down from 6 to 4 on the secondary roads, and down from 8 to 5 on the highway. Efficiency improved slightly, possibly due to lighter weight wheels.”
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 +1695Why this score
Source iON evo SUV CrossClimate 2 Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 31 tests 82 99 Reviews found online 76 88 iON evo SUV: 60% × 81.9 + 40% × 75.8 = 79
CrossClimate 2: 60% × 99.2 + 40% × 88.4 = 95
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Wet
CrossClimate 2 +1087Why this score
Source iON evo SUV CrossClimate 2 Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 31 tests 78 83 Reviews found online 77 92 iON evo SUV: 60% × 77.5 + 40% × 77.1 = 77
CrossClimate 2: 60% × 83.2 + 40% × 91.8 = 87
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Snow
No comparison91Why this score
Source iON evo SUV CrossClimate 2 Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 27 tests – 99 Reviews found online – 79 CrossClimate 2: 60% × 98.5 + 40% × 78.8 = 91
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71
Comfort
CrossClimate 2 +778Why this score
Source iON evo SUV CrossClimate 2 Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 4 tests ≈ 69 (est.) 67 Reviews found online 72 86 iON evo SUV: 40% × 69.4 (est.) + 60% × 71.8 = 71
CrossClimate 2: 40% × 67 + 60% × 86.1 = 78
No road tests of comfort for iON evo SUV. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.20).
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76
Noise
CrossClimate 2 +379Why this score
Source iON evo SUV CrossClimate 2 Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 20 tests 82 77 Reviews found online ≈ 66 (est.) 83 iON evo SUV: 60% × 82.1 + 40% × 66.3 (est.) = 76
CrossClimate 2: 60% × 76.9 + 40% × 82.6 = 79
No owner ratings of noise for iON evo SUV. The owner half is the owners’ average (66): 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
CrossClimate 2 +1084Why this score
Source iON evo SUV CrossClimate 2 Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 7 tests 78 81 Reviews found online 69 88 iON evo SUV: 60% × 77.5 + 40% × 69.3 = 74
CrossClimate 2: 60% × 81.2 + 40% × 88 = 84
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75
Handling (owners)
CrossClimate 2 +782Why this score
Source iON evo SUV CrossClimate 2 Reviews found online 75 82 -
74
Efficiency
CrossClimate 2 +1690Why this score
Source iON evo SUV CrossClimate 2 Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 23 tests 74 90
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook iON evo SUV | Michelin CrossClimate 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 87 |
| Dry | 79 | 95 |
| Wet | 77 | 87 |
| Snow | – | 91 |
| Comfort | 71 | 78 |
| Noise | 76 | 79 |
| Treadwear | 74 | 84 |
| Handling (owners) | 75 | 82 |
| Efficiency | 74 | 90 |
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Headline score
76
/ 100
iON evo SUV
87
/ 100
CrossClimate 2
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 | Δ | Head-to-head |
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| Dry Braking | Dry | 100% #1/9 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 100% #2/16 · 2026 ADAC All Season Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | – | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% #5/9 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 98% #4/5 · 2026 TUV Test Report Goodyear Vector All Season 4 | – | Different tests |
| Curved Aquaplaning | Wet | 91% #5/9 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 90% #9/16 · 2026 ADAC All Season Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | – | Different tests |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 99% #5/9 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 93% #9/16 · 2026 ADAC All Season Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | – | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 96% #5/9 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 92% #9/16 · 2026 ADAC All Season Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | – | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 96% #5/9 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 93% #5/5 · 2026 TUV Test Report Goodyear Vector All Season 4 | – | Different tests |
| Noise | Noise | 100% #1/9 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 98% #9/16 · 2026 ADAC All Season Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | – | Different tests |
| Abrasion | Treadwear | 94% #2/8 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 100% #1/16 · 2026 ADAC All Season Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | – | Different tests |
| Wear | Treadwear | 97% #3/8 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 95% #4/16 · 2026 ADAC All Season Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | – | Different tests |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Total Cost of Ownership | Cost | #3/8 2024 EV Tyre Test | #3/15 2024 AutoBild All Season Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Value | Cost | 75% #2/8 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 47% #14/15 · 2025 ADAC All Season Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #3/9 2024 EV Tyre Test | #2/6 2026 Wybór Kierowców Winter Tire Test R17 | – | 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
Pros
- Exceptional grip and traction in snow, slush, and winter weather conditions
- Strong braking and handling performance on dry and wet pavement
- Long-lasting tread wear and durability
Cons
- Higher initial purchase price
- Slight negative impact on fuel economy / EV range for some drivers
- Potential for increased road noise or harshness as the tires wear down
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
Most posters praise the CrossClimate 2 for strong snow, wet and hydroplaning grip, a quiet ride after break-in, and good tread life. Those who criticise it cite a small to moderate MPG or range loss, noise or a harsh ride for some owners, mixed wear reports, and a high price. A vocal minority calls it overhyped or unnecessary where snow is rare, and says rivals such as the Nokian WRG5 or Michelin Defender 2 suit some drivers better.
r/TeslaModel3
·2 upvotes ·2025-11-20
“I live in Vancouver,WA and the CC2 are great for our climate even the light snowfall. I have an SR+, so they’re the 18” version. I have about 22K miles on them after 2 years and have averaged 240Wh/mi since installation, and I don’t drive conservatively. They did increase power usage by about 15-20Wh/mi. I’ve also been lazy and haven’t rotated them and they still are wearing very well. Got about 8/32nd up front and 6/32 in rear. Much better than the stock tires that were almost worn out at 22K. Note that places like Costco will not install these on your Tesla because they don’t meet the factory speed rating. It’s a CYA thing.”
r/volt
·8 upvotes ·2026-09-18
“Michelin CrossClimate2 efficiency surprisingly good! Just put in a new set of Michelin CrossClimate2s to go along with a move from LA to New England. I was a bit worried about the mileage/range hit but figured the safety in the winter outweighed it. I'm pleasantly surprised! On an all-highway trip from Boston to New Jersey, gas MPG was a steady 42 mpgs and I got about 45 miles on the battery, although I drive like a grandma at the posted speed limits so I think I was close to 44 mpg/45 EV miles on the old OEM tires. Around town in suburbia in good weather I'm still running between 4.0-5.0 miles/kWh. I estimate, at worst, a 5% drop in efficiency. Pretty good considering the Michelins feel so much stickier!”
macheforum.com
·8 upvotes ·2021-06-28
“I have the 235 that is a little higher load rating (105 vs 103 stock and 99 for 225). I'm probably getting about a 10% range reduction, but worth it to me for the improved handling and lower braking distance. I work from home and I charge to 90% about once a week unless taking a longer drive. If I did a lot of longer trips it might be an issue, but I am very happy with these tires.”
Top themes
#Snow and ice traction#Wet grip, hydroplaning#Road noise levels#Fuel economy, EV range#Tread wear, longevity#High price, value#Overhyped, meme status#Alternatives and comparisons
Based on 765 community posts
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook iON evo SUV | B · Michelin CrossClimate 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | All Season |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 56 | 92 |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 23″ | 15″ – 21″ |
| Tread depth | — | 9 - 10/32″ |
| UTQG | 200 - 340 A - AA A | 640 B A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 60,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 - 51 psi |
| Sizes in common | 9 | 9 |
Which one should you actually buy?
76
/ 100
Hankook iON evo SUV
87
/ 100
Michelin CrossClimate 2
Winner: Michelin CrossClimate 2 — better dry, efficiency and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score. 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 grip on dry roads
Michelin CrossClimate 2 scores 95 vs 79 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want lower fuel or energy use
Michelin CrossClimate 2 scores 90 vs 74 on efficiency.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin CrossClimate 2 scores 87 vs 77 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin CrossClimate 2 scores 84 vs 74 on treadwear.
Tire A · Hankook iON evo SUV
Tire B · Michelin CrossClimate 2
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iON evo SUV or CrossClimate 2?
Which is better in the wet, iON evo SUV or CrossClimate 2?
Michelin CrossClimate 2, 87 vs 77 on our wet score.
Which grips better on dry roads, iON evo SUV or CrossClimate 2?
Michelin CrossClimate 2, 95 vs 79 on our dry score.
Which is quieter, iON evo SUV or CrossClimate 2?
Michelin CrossClimate 2, 79 vs 76 on our noise score.
Which is more comfortable, iON evo SUV or CrossClimate 2?
Michelin CrossClimate 2, 78 vs 71 on our comfort score.
Which lasts longer, iON evo SUV or CrossClimate 2?
Michelin CrossClimate 2, 84 vs 74 on our treadwear score.
Which rolls more easily, iON evo SUV or CrossClimate 2?
Michelin CrossClimate 2, 90 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