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Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV vs Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season — 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 4 + 0 road tests and 2,579 + 306 owner reviews. How we score

CrossClimate 2 SUV is ahead, 83–62

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Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV
Tire AMichelin

CrossClimate 2 SUV

All Season

± 5

Tests 87 · 4 tests Owners 82 · 2,579 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 10 in 2023 SUV All Season Tyre Test (dry braking)

“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.”

Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season
± 7

Tests – · none yet Owners 57 · 306 reviews

“Tire replacement Looking to replace the Pirelli Scorpion Zero all seasons on my ‘23 Volvo XC40 recharge. Are people sticking with the OEM tires or is there another all season tire you would recommend. Looking for similar ride quality with more wear than the Pirellis.”

Category by category

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

  1. 87

    Dry

    CrossClimate 2 SUV +21
    66
    Why this score
    SourceCrossClimate 2 SUVScorpion Zero All Season
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 4 / – tests86≈ 67 (est.)
    Reviews found online8866

    CrossClimate 2 SUV: 60% × 85.9 + 40% × 88.1 = 87

    Scorpion Zero All Season: 60% × 66.9 (est.) + 40% × 65.5 = 66

    No road tests of dry for Scorpion Zero All Season. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.41).

  2. 84

    Wet

    CrossClimate 2 SUV +19
    65
    Why this score
    SourceCrossClimate 2 SUVScorpion Zero All Season
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 4 / – tests84≈ 66 (est.)
    Reviews found online8562

    CrossClimate 2 SUV: 60% × 83.9 + 40% × 84.7 = 84

    Scorpion Zero All Season: 60% × 66.1 (est.) + 40% × 62.3 = 65

    No road tests of wet for Scorpion Zero All Season. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.55).

  3. 90

    Snow

    CrossClimate 2 SUV +28
    62
    Why this score
    SourceCrossClimate 2 SUVScorpion Zero All Season
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 4 / – tests97≈ 66 (est.)
    Reviews found online8056

    CrossClimate 2 SUV: 60% × 97.4 + 40% × 80.1 = 90

    Scorpion Zero All Season: 60% × 66 (est.) + 40% × 56.4 = 62

    No road tests of snow for Scorpion Zero All Season. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.32).

  4. 85

    Comfort

    CrossClimate 2 SUV +21
    64
    Why this score
    SourceCrossClimate 2 SUVScorpion Zero All Season
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 2 / – tests81≈ 67 (est.)
    Reviews found online8863

    CrossClimate 2 SUV: 40% × 81.3 + 60% × 87.6 = 85

    Scorpion Zero All Season: 40% × 67.4 (est.) + 60% × 62.5 = 64

    No road tests of comfort for Scorpion Zero All Season. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.20).

  5. 76

    Noise

    CrossClimate 2 SUV +10
    66
    Why this score
    SourceCrossClimate 2 SUVScorpion Zero All Season
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 4 / – tests82≈ 66 (est.)
    Reviews found online≈ 66 (est.)66

    CrossClimate 2 SUV: 60% × 82.1 + 40% × 66.4 (est.) = 76

    Scorpion Zero All Season: 60% × 66.4 (est.) + 40% × 65.9 = 66

    No owner ratings of noise for CrossClimate 2 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.

    No road tests of noise for Scorpion Zero All Season. The test half is the tested tires’ average (66): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests.

  6. 70

    Treadwear

    CrossClimate 2 SUV +20
    50
    Why this score
    SourceCrossClimate 2 SUVScorpion Zero All Season
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 69 (est.)≈ 57 (est.)
    Reviews found online7339

    CrossClimate 2 SUV: 60% × 68.8 (est.) + 40% × 72.7 = 70

    Scorpion Zero All Season: 60% × 56.7 (est.) + 40% × 39.3 = 50

    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 0.36).

    No road tests of treadwear for Scorpion Zero All Season. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.36).

  7. 89

    Handling (owners)

    CrossClimate 2 SUV +28
    61
    Why this score
    SourceCrossClimate 2 SUVScorpion Zero All Season
    Reviews found online8961
  8. 87

    Efficiency

    No comparison
    –
    Why this score
    SourceCrossClimate 2 SUVScorpion Zero All Season
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 3 / – tests87–
Scores at a glance
Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV vs Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryMichelin CrossClimate 2 SUVPirelli Scorpion Zero All Season
Relative Score 83 62
Dry 87 66
Wet 84 65
Snow 90 62
Comfort 85 64
Noise 76 66
Treadwear 70 50
Handling (owners) 89 61
Efficiency 87 –

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CrossClimate 2 SUV

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Scorpion Zero All Season

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.

DisciplineCategoryCrossClimate 2 SUVScorpion Zero All SeasonΔHead-to-head
Also published by the testers (not in the score)
Overall Ranking Overall #1/7 2025 Quattroruote All-Season Tire Test R19 #1/7 2025 Autobild Pirelli All-Terrain Tire Test R19 – Different tests

Pros, cons & observations

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

Tire A 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)
All owner themes in the CrossClimate 2 SUV review

Tire B Scorpion Zero All Season

Pros

  • Exceptionally quiet and low road noise for an all-season tire
  • Enhanced ride comfort and smooth handling compared to standard OEM or summer tires
  • Reliable dry grip and stability across various driving conditions

Cons

  • Shorter than expected treadlife and rapid wear reported by some users
  • Reduced traction and potential hydroplaning concerns in heavy wet conditions
  • High replacement price point relative to perceived longevity
All owner themes in the Scorpion Zero All Season review

What real owners are saying

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

Tire A

Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV

Positive

Community members generally view the Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV as a premium, dependable tire known for strong snow and dry performance, comfortable driving feel, and valuable 3PMS certification. Discussions frequently center around sizing availability, comparison to other models like the Primacy or standard CrossClimate 2, and choosing between specific speed or OEM ratings.

mbworld.org

“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.”

r/CarTalkUK ·2 upvotes ·2024-11-07

“Opinions please ... Michelin Primacy 4+ vs Michelin Cross Climate 2 SUV? Hi all ... I'm coming up to tyre replacement time so I've looking at what's around. Currently on Bridgestone Turanzas cos that's what came with the car, but I'm not hugely impressed with their lifespan, they seem to pick up sidewall damage easily and the tread seems to age quickly. Which is not much cop when all i do is commute round Southern England. I've pretty much settled on Michelin Primacy 4+ or Cross Climate 2 SUV but I'm having difficulty making a final decision. So I thought the hivemind might settle this: in your experience which one is best for lifespan and fuel consumption? Car is a 2018 SEAT Ateca with 18" alloys. Edit: well guys, I went with the Cross Climates, thanks for the advice!”

r/tires ·1 upvote ·2025-11-12

“I just bought Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV for my Range Rover Sport and the reason is that I needed/wanted 3PMS certification. Also in my driving career I’ve always found Michelin better for everyday use compared to Pirelli which I instead preferred for performance and weekend fun.”

Top themes
#snow and dry performance#speed and OEM ratings#tire size availability#comfort and driving feel#comparison with Primacy#SUV versus standard version

Based on 8 community posts

Tire B

Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season

Mixed

Community sentiment regarding the Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season is mixed, with users commending its quiet ride, comfortable handling, and competent wet and snow traction. However, significant criticism centers on poor tread life, rapid wear, and chunking, leading several drivers to explore alternative brands or other Pirelli variants. Additional discussions frequently involve comparisons against OEM setups, the higher cost of PNCS foam-equipped models, and vehicle compatibility.

acurazine.com

“Quote: Originally Posted by sonyfever Not exactly the same, but I have Scorpion Zero AS+ 3 on my A-spec in factory tire size. IMHO, you don't need to worry about noise on the AS+3-generation of Scorpion tires. Pirelli engineered the thread pattern to have many small cuts in the inner-middle patch to disperse the energy across a wider frequency range and thus breaking down the noise. On hwy, the wind noise easily drowns out any tire noise. Pirelli Scorpion AS Plus 3 is said to be quieter than Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive, as per reviews. In that case, even if I go with "Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive", I won't feel much of the difference in quietness of it in comparison to "Pirelli Scorpion AS Plus 3", and I can go with WeatherActive, as that will better perform in bad weather. Is my understanding correct, practically?”

mbworld.org

“My 2020 GLC63 CPO came with the Michelin Latitude Sport 3 summer tires with 6k miles on them. It is getting cold here in PA/NJ and in the parking lot they were starting to crab walk on me, feels terrible. Since I may also get caught in snow and need to get home I decided to go with all-seasons. My tire sizes are 265/45/20 front and 295/40/20 rear. I ordered Pirelli Scorpion Zero All-Season Plus tires. No more crabbing and a much better ride. They look better too. If you will be driving in cold temps I recommend them. They also have a 500 treadwear rating, so they should last a while. The Latitudes at 6k miles were fairly worn. My wife has a 2022 Mercedes GLE350 AMG line appearance package and it has the same Pirellis and rides great.”

explorerst.org ·2021-02-18

“I'm pretty happy with them. they seem to have good grip. Was driving through 1-2" snow with no dramas. I was actually trying to break them loose in the wet and it was more difficult than I thought it would be. I am also stock.”

Top themes
#rapid tread wear#quiet road noise#wet and snow traction#ride comfort and handling#PNCS foam issues#OEM tire replacement#tire size compatibility

Based on 37 community posts

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV B · Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season
CategoryAll SeasonAll Season
Vehicle typeSUV and 4x4SUV and 4x4
Sizes available3558
Rim diameters17″ – 22″17″ – 23″
Tread depth—9/32″
UTQG—500 A A
Sidewall—Blackwall
Max pressure—51 psi
Sizes in common1818

Which one should you actually buy?

Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV

Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season

Winner: Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV — better snow, handling and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire A You drive through snowy winters

Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV scores 90 vs 62 on snow.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV scores 89 vs 61 on handling.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV scores 87 vs 66 on dry.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV scores 85 vs 64 on comfort.

Tire A · Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV
Tire B · Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season

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CrossClimate 2 SUV or Scorpion Zero All Season?

Which is better in the wet, CrossClimate 2 SUV or Scorpion Zero All Season?

Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV, 84 vs 65 on our wet score.

Which grips better on dry roads, CrossClimate 2 SUV or Scorpion Zero All Season?

Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV, 87 vs 66 on our dry score.

Which is better in snow, CrossClimate 2 SUV or Scorpion Zero All Season?

Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV, 90 vs 62 on our snow score.

Which is quieter, CrossClimate 2 SUV or Scorpion Zero All Season?

Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV, 76 vs 66 on our noise score.

Which is more comfortable, CrossClimate 2 SUV or Scorpion Zero All Season?

Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV, 85 vs 64 on our comfort score.

Which lasts longer, CrossClimate 2 SUV or Scorpion Zero All Season?

Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV, 70 vs 50 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