Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV vs Bridgestone WeatherPeak — Compared

“Michelin Cross Climate 2 vs 2 SUV Hi I am looking at new tyres and am pretty convinced to go for the Michelin Cross Climates, but I am confused by the Cross Climate 2 vs the Cross Climate 2 SUV; they seem the same tyre, albeit the non-SUV version has better fuel economy, according to the EU Label system. I asked Michelin, but their response was meaningless: they just listed the same bullet points for each. Can anyone advise the difference, and do I need the SUV version? One car for these is a 2023 Skoda Kodiaq 2.0L TSI190 4x4 (well, the Volkswagen version of 4x4), tyre size 235/50/19. The other car is a 2019 Kia Sportage, which needs 225/60/17; in this car's case, it is just the non-SUV version available despite both cars being SUVs and of similar weights, albeit this car is a 1.6L 130hp. As a family, we have used winter tyres in the past, but since changing cars this year, we are thinking of switching to all seasons as we think they will suit us perfectly rather than switching tyres every April and November. Live in Lincolnshire. So we get all weathers ranging from -10 through to +35. Thanks for any and all advice. Paul Read more”

“So here's the latest on Tires recommendations: (still dithering). Looking for smooth, soft ride, good mileage. I do have a mountain home; use ~30ish days during winter ski season, but mostly highway driving in Southern California ( don't disparage me for being a Californian. I cant stand the people or the government too lol. But it's a beautiful state). 2020 300GLC 4MATIC California car, 235/60 18H rating What will it be...?????? MICHELIN DEFENDER LTX M/S - seems like you guys are in favor. But hard to get. And the size is a 235/60 106T designation. Is the T speed max of 116mph not safe enough when OEM was an H rating 130mph? MICHELIN DEFENDER2. $238. Tire rack MICHELIN CrossClimate2 SUV tire rack $248. - hearing both good and bad. I heard they're soft and mileage tanks. Check out reviews on the Michelin USA official site. Pretty interesting. CONTINENTAL CROSSCONTACT LX25 $222. tire rack high rating? Also just got this from TireRack customer service CONTINENTAL EXTREMECONTACT DWS 06 PLUS. $238. Not sure, seems like TR is trying to promote them for Cont.”

“I have the Michelin Cross Climate 2 SUV tyres . The many reviews I read approved of their performance in snowy conditions (if that is an issue where you live) and also their dry condition performance. They supposedly have a decent life span. They felt nicer to drive on than the Primacy tyres . They weren't cheap at about £170 each fitted but will give me some insurance about snowy conditions and will hopefully last until I swap the car in about 3 years.”

“Bridgestone WeatherPeak I bought the BridgeStone WeatherPeak in November. 3 days ago, my tire had 2 cuts like this. When I took it to the dealership they said it was due to some road hazard. Something on the road had cut the tires. They replaced it, and 2 days later another tire ripped, this time it was 1 cut instead of 2 like this. I went back to the dealership and they said the same thing again that, it was due to something on the road or someone slashed it. What is the real issue? I don't know enough about tires to answer this. Read more”

“Hey everyone, I’ve owned these tires from almost 5k miles. Had bought these at Costco. Honestly love them. My only complaint is I think I have tire rub. I feel the vibration and noise when there is 2 or more adults in the car. My tire is 225/65/17”

“Bridgestone Weatherpeak Long-term review I've had these tires for a year now, and they've truly disappointed me. I live in the Philadelphia area, so I decided on "3peak mountain" tires. Sometimes we can have a completely dry winter, and sometimes we can have a very snowy one. As for fuel efficiency, it has a positive point. I imagine that because it is high in silica (the main component of winter tires and efficient tires), it helps a lot and I think they have a rolling resistance similar to the Michelin Primacy (I think that in snow they soften a lot and are not efficient, but that's okay). So, as tire performance in winter conditions, they're really very good. No complaints! The problem comes in the summer or on wet, cool days. Accelerating and braking is a nightmare. They have poor traction on dry roads in the summer and very poor traction on wet roads. Plus, they've worn much faster than expected. Only 25,000 miles and they're already at 5/32 (they comes with 70k miles warranty but you cannot do a claim before 2/32). In short, I'd say this is a winter tire promoted by Bridgestone as "all-season." But I think isn't! Next tires? Probably Michelin or Vredestein Edit; I successfully filed a claim (THANKS COSTCO) but also as September of 2025, Costco decided to stop selling this garbage tires Read more”