Tests 82 · 12 tests Owners 80 · 32 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 11 in 2025 Autobild SUV All Season Tyre Test (snow handling)
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Kleber Quadraxer 3 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 12 + 32 road tests and 32 + 21,600 owner reviews. How we score
CrossClimate 2 is ahead, 87–80
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Tests 87 · 32 tests Owners 87 · 21,600 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 35 in 2023 All Season Tyre 35 Set Shootout (dry braking)
“Michelin CrossClimate 2 after 31.000 kilometers I have those Michelin CrossClimate 2 (EU version, made in Spain) for 26 months now and 31.000 kilometers on a heavy Mercedes EQE, the rears are still good but the front tyres are starting to give up on the shoulders. Usual tyre pressure is 2.8 bars, there is still some good tread left on the middle of the tyre. Steering feeling on the snow is also not as good as it used to be. Overall very happy with those tyres, I’ll have to decide between the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 or the CrossClimate 3 Sport (sadly the 3 isn’t available in 255/45 R19) to replace them this year. We have the Pirelli Scorpion SF3 on our second car. Given the car and my usage, I give priority to snow braking, rolling resistance, silence and longevity. I lost a bit of range, comfort and steering engagement when I swapped the factory Bridgestone Turanza T005 for the CrossClimate 2, but in general nothing to call-out.”
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
Key facts
- In 9 tests that measured dry braking for both, Quadraxer 3 won 0 and CrossClimate 2 won 9 (average 97% vs 99% of the best).
- In 9 tests that measured wet braking for both, Quadraxer 3 won 0 and CrossClimate 2 won 9 (average 90% vs 93% of the best).
- In 6 tests that measured dry handling for both, Quadraxer 3 won 0 and CrossClimate 2 won 4 (average 98% vs 99% of the best).
- In 6 tests that measured straight aquaplaning for both, Quadraxer 3 won 5 and CrossClimate 2 won 1 (average 96% vs 95% of the best).
- In 6 tests that measured wet handling for both, Quadraxer 3 won 1 and CrossClimate 2 won 5 (average 95% vs 96% of the best).
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86
Dry
CrossClimate 2 +995Why this score
Source Quadraxer 3 CrossClimate 2 Professional tests (TWG score) · 12 / 30 tests 91 99 Reviews found online 79 89 Dry Braking (% of best) · 9 shared tests · wins 0–9 97% 99% Dry Handling (% of best) · 6 shared tests · wins 0–4 98% 99% Quadraxer 3: 60% × 90.7 + 40% × 79 = 86
CrossClimate 2: 60% × 99.1 + 40% × 88.5 = 95
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82
Wet
CrossClimate 2 +587Why this score
Source Quadraxer 3 CrossClimate 2 Professional tests (TWG score) · 12 / 30 tests 82 83 Reviews found online 82 92 Curved Aquaplaning (% of best) · 3 shared tests · wins 2–1 91% 91% Straight Aquaplaning (% of best) · 6 shared tests · wins 5–1 96% 95% Wet Braking (% of best) · 9 shared tests · wins 0–9 90% 93% Wet Circle (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 0–2 95% 97% Wet Handling (% of best) · 6 shared tests · wins 1–5 95% 96% Quadraxer 3: 60% × 81.7 + 40% × 81.9 = 82
CrossClimate 2: 60% × 83.4 + 40% × 91.8 = 87
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82
Snow
CrossClimate 2 +991Why this score
Source Quadraxer 3 CrossClimate 2 Professional tests (TWG score) · 8 / 26 tests 87 99 Reviews found online 76 78 Snow Braking (% of best) · 6 shared tests · wins 2–4 98% 98% Snow Handling (% of best) · 6 shared tests · wins 0–6 98% 100% Snow Slalom (% of best) · 3 shared tests · wins 0–3 98% 100% Snow Traction (% of best) · 6 shared tests · wins 1–5 97% 100% Quadraxer 3: 60% × 87 + 40% × 75.7 = 82
CrossClimate 2: 60% × 98.9 + 40% × 78.4 = 91
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80
Comfort
Quadraxer 3 +278Why this score
Source Quadraxer 3 CrossClimate 2 Professional tests (TWG score) · 3 / 3 tests 76 65 Reviews found online 83 87 Comfort (tester's mark) (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 1–1 83% 84% Quadraxer 3: 40% × 75.8 + 60% × 82.5 = 80
CrossClimate 2: 40% × 65.1 + 60% × 86.5 = 78
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72
Noise
CrossClimate 2 +880Why this score
Source Quadraxer 3 CrossClimate 2 Professional tests (TWG score) · 8 / 19 tests 76 79 Reviews found online ≈ 67 (est.) 83 Noise (% of best) · 6 shared tests · wins 2–4 98% 99% Quadraxer 3: 60% × 76.3 + 40% × 66.6 (est.) = 72
CrossClimate 2: 60% × 78.6 + 40% × 82.7 = 80
No owner ratings of noise for Quadraxer 3. 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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76
Treadwear
CrossClimate 2 +783Why this score
Source Quadraxer 3 CrossClimate 2 Professional tests (TWG score) · 4 / 7 tests 73 81 Reviews found online 80 87 Abrasion (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 0–2 95% 100% Wear (% of best) · 3 shared tests · wins 1–2 68% 77% Quadraxer 3: 60% × 72.8 + 40% × 80 = 76
CrossClimate 2: 60% × 81.1 + 40% × 87 = 83
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77
Handling (owners)
CrossClimate 2 +582Why this score
Source Quadraxer 3 CrossClimate 2 Reviews found online 77 82 -
79
Efficiency
CrossClimate 2 +1190Why this score
Source Quadraxer 3 CrossClimate 2 Professional tests (TWG score) · 8 / 22 tests 79 90 Fuel Consumption (% of best) · 3 shared tests · wins 1–1 96% 96% Rolling Resistance (% of best) · 6 shared tests · wins 0–5 92% 97%
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kleber Quadraxer 3 | Michelin CrossClimate 2 |
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| Relative Score | 80 | 87 |
| Dry | 86 | 95 |
| Wet | 82 | 87 |
| Snow | 82 | 91 |
| Comfort | 80 | 78 |
| Noise | 72 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 76 | 83 |
| Handling (owners) | 77 | 82 |
| Efficiency | 79 | 90 |
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Headline score
80
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Quadraxer 3
87
/ 100
CrossClimate 2
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 10 tests that ran both, Kleber Quadraxer 3 finished ahead 1 times and Michelin CrossClimate 2 9 times.
| Discipline | Category | Quadraxer 3 | CrossClimate 2 | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 97% | 99% | −1.6 | 0–9 in 9 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% | 99% | −0.8 | 0–4 in 6 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Curved Aquaplaning | Wet | 91% | 91% | +0.7 | 2–1 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 96% | 95% | +0.5 | 5–1 in 6 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 90% | 93% | −2.6 | 0–9 in 9 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 95% | 97% | −1.4 | 0–2 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 95% | 96% | −1.1 | 1–5 in 6 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 98% | 98% | 0.0 | 2–4 in 6 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Snow Circle | Snow | 96% #5/15 · 2025 AutoBild All Season Tyre Test | 91% #6/8 · 2024 Motorhome Camper Van All Season Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 98% | 100% | −1.3 | 0–6 in 6 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Snow Slalom | Snow | 98% | 100% | −1.7 | 0–3 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 97% | 100% | −2.3 | 1–5 in 6 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | Comfort | 83% | 84% | −1.0 | 1–1 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Noise | Noise | 98% | 99% | −0.5 | 2–4 in 6 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Abrasion | Treadwear | 95% | 100% | −4.9 | 0–2 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2024 AutoBild All Season Tyre Test · 225/50 R17 |
| Wear | Treadwear | 68% | 77% | −8.5 | 1–2 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2024 AutoBild All Season Tyre Test · 225/50 R17 |
| Fuel Consumption | Efficiency | 96% | 96% | −0.1 | 1–1 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2024 AutoBild All Season Tyre Test · 225/50 R17 |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 92% | 97% | −4.7 | 0–5 in 6 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Price | Cost | 68% | 58% | +10.2 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2022 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test · 195/55 R16 |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Cost | #4/15 | #3/15 | – | 1–2 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2024 AutoBild All Season Tyre Test · 225/50 R17 |
| Value | Cost | 57% | 52% | +5.7 | 3–0 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2024 AutoBild All Season Tyre Test · 225/50 R17 |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #5/9 | #3/9 | – | 1–9 in 10 shared tests Newest: 2025 Motorlab All-Season Tire Test R16 · 205/55R16 |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A Quadraxer 3
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and low noise levels
- Strong wet weather performance and aquaplaning resistance
- Reliable traction and safety in light snow and winter conditions
Cons
- Tread compound can harden or degrade in performance over multiple years
- Increased road noise and roar reported at higher highway speeds (above 135 km/h)
- Occasional reports of reduced grip or cracking as the tire reaches the end of its lifespan
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
Kleber Quadraxer 3
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Tire B
Positive
Michelin CrossClimate 2
The community overwhelmingly praises the Michelin CrossClimate 2 for its exceptional snow, ice, and wet-weather traction, often describing it as an ideal all-weather tire. While many drivers report a quiet, comfortable ride and solid durability, some users note potential downsides including reduced fuel or battery efficiency, road noise on certain surfaces, and premium pricing. A few commenters also point out that the tire may be overkill for regions without significant winter weather.
r/LexusNX
·55 upvotes ·2026-06-14
“CrossClimate2 in. Alenza Run Flats out. Swapped the Alenza run flats for CrossClimate2 all-weather tires. Sharper handling. Better ride comfort. Very quiet after an initial break-in period. Just make sure the tire pressure is as recommended on the door sill sticker, shop techs don’t always check. I’m an early adopter of CC2 tires, been using them on my old Jeep since 2022, super durable and perfect for inclement weather, still had some tread remaining at the 60k-mile warranty mark.”
mavericktruckclub.com
·9 upvotes ·2024-08-12
“I replaced the factory Continentals at 9,258 miles at the end of August 2023 with the stock size 225/65R17 Michelin CrossClimate 2's. I waited until the local tire shop had a sale and had these mounted/balanced for under $800. 348 days, 10,004 miles and 4 seasons have passed since then. I spend much of my time around "town" with speed limits under 55 while also having a handful of longer highway drives. These are the closest thing to a "no-compromise" all season tire that I can imagine. They are smooth, quiet and have incredible grip in all weather conditions. Snow, rain, etc. Admittedly, I have not taken my FWD Maverick through any meaningful amount of mud. Maybe there is a tire better suited to this. There are also certainly performance oriented tires that will outperform this tire when it is hot and dry. Last, and certainly not least - there does not seem to be any fuel economy change. I have tracked every tank before and after these tires. Both my best (48.5MPG) and worst (27MPG) full tanks have happened since these were installed. 38.8 overall.”
r/Ioniq5
·2 upvotes ·2025-07-26
“I got my new to me 2022 Ultimate RWD in May this year, the tyres were all crap so I went to CrossClimate 2s on all 4 wheels. I can’t tell you what it was doing beforehand but I get 3.7mi/kWh around town and 3.2mi/kWh on the motorway now. I have a fairly heavy right foot, but at 100% charge it shows 270ish miles but mine is an early 72kWh battery so bear that in mind.”
Top themes
#Snow and ice traction#Wet handling and hydroplaning#Road noise and comfort#Fuel economy and range#Tread wear and longevity#Premium price point#Directional tread design
Based on 762 community posts
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kleber Quadraxer 3 | B · Michelin CrossClimate 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season | All Season |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 71 | 92 |
| Rim diameters | 14″ – 20″ | 15″ – 21″ |
| Tread depth | — | 9 - 10/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 640 B A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 60,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 - 51 psi |
| Sizes in common | 56 | 56 |
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
Kleber Quadraxer 3
87
/ 100
Michelin CrossClimate 2
Winner: Michelin CrossClimate 2 — better efficiency, dry and snow. Where the Kleber Quadraxer 3 is ahead, it is by less than 3 points.
Pick tire B
You want lower fuel or energy use
Michelin CrossClimate 2 scores 90 vs 79 on efficiency.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Michelin CrossClimate 2 scores 95 vs 86 on dry.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Michelin CrossClimate 2 scores 91 vs 82 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Michelin CrossClimate 2 scores 80 vs 72 on noise.
Pick tire A
Your priority is straight aquaplaning
Kleber Quadraxer 3 won 5 of 6 shared straight aquaplaning tests.
Tire A · Kleber Quadraxer 3
Tire B · Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Quadraxer 3 or CrossClimate 2?
Which is better in the wet, Quadraxer 3 or CrossClimate 2?
Michelin CrossClimate 2, 87 vs 82 on our wet score.
Which grips better on dry roads, Quadraxer 3 or CrossClimate 2?
Michelin CrossClimate 2, 95 vs 86 on our dry score.
Which is better in snow, Quadraxer 3 or CrossClimate 2?
Michelin CrossClimate 2, 91 vs 82 on our snow score.
Which is quieter, Quadraxer 3 or CrossClimate 2?
Michelin CrossClimate 2, 80 vs 72 on our noise score.
Which is more comfortable, Quadraxer 3 or CrossClimate 2?
Neither, by our numbers: 80 vs 78 on the comfort score, within 3 points.
Which lasts longer, Quadraxer 3 or CrossClimate 2?
Michelin CrossClimate 2, 83 vs 76 on our treadwear score.
Which rolls more easily, Quadraxer 3 or CrossClimate 2?
Michelin CrossClimate 2, 90 vs 79 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