Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV review
Relative score 60% tests + 40% owners
Owners 78 · 2,551 reviews analysed Road tests 86 · 5 tests
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The Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV is widely praised by users as a highly capable all-season tire that delivers exceptional year-round traction, particularly in wet, icy, and snowy conditions. Drivers consistently note noticeable improvements in ride comfort and a quieter cabin compared to their previous OEM or run-flat tires, though opinions are mixed regarding a slight increase in road noise at specific speeds and minor impacts on fuel efficiency.
Owners rate it 8 points lower than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews found online; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
How scores work
- Relative score
- 0–100. Blends road tests (60%) and owner reviews (40%) category by category, the same way on every TireWheelGuide page. With only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from it, so the score stays closer to average. It needs at least one road test or five owner reviews.
- Road tests
- 0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
- Owner reviews
- 0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.
By owner reviews
78/100From 2,551 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.
By road tests
86/100Scaled across every tested tire: the average gets 70, the best 100.
Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV specs & sizes
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What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 2,551 owner reviews found online.
The Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV is widely praised by users as a highly capable all-season tire that delivers exceptional year-round traction, particularly in wet, icy, and snowy conditions. Drivers consistently note noticeable improvements in ride comfort and a quieter cabin compared to their previous OEM or run-flat tires, though opinions are mixed regarding a slight increase in road noise at specific speeds and minor impacts on fuel efficiency.
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
- Low rolling resistance and quiet operation on many vehicle models
- Reliable all-weather performance eliminating the need for seasonal tire swaps
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)
- Softer sidewall compound can feel less sharp in high-torque or aggressive summer cornering
Worth knowing
- Drivers of heavy EVs and hybrids (such as the Ionic 5 and Ford Escape Hybrid) noted both exceptional winter grip and specific trade-offs like reduced fuel efficiency or potential for earlier tread wear under high-torque acceleration.
- Owners transitioning from OEM run-flat tires on luxury SUVs (like BMW X3 and Mercedes GLC) reported dramatic improvements in cabin quietness and ride compliance.
- Users piloting larger SUVs and towing vehicles (such as Land Rover Evoque, Volvo XC90, and VW Tiguan) highlighted improved stability and sure-footed confidence in adverse weather and towing scenarios.
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5 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2025 ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ All-Season Tire Test R17 · 215/50R18
2nd of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 9 | |
| Longitudinal Aquaplaning | 1st of 9 | |
| Transverse Aquaplaning | 3rd of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 9 | |
| Snow Braking | 1st of 9 | |
| Snow Traction | 1st of 9 | |
| Snow Handling | 1st of 9 | |
| Exterior Noise | 2nd of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 9 | |
| Snow | 1st of 9 | |
| Wet | 4th of 9 | |
| Dry | 4th of 9 |
Source: ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ
2025 Quattroruote All-Season Tire Test R19 · 235/50R19
1st of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 7 | |
| Wet Circle | 6th of 7 | |
| Longitudinal Aquaplaning | 1st of 7 | |
| Dry Braking | 1st of 7 | |
| Snow Braking | 1st of 7 | |
| Snow Traction | 1st of 7 | |
| Exterior Noise | 3rd of 7 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 1st of 7 | |
| Snow Cornering | 1st of 7 | |
| Dry Lateral Acceleration | 5th of 7 | |
| Dry Cornering Speed | 1st of 7 |
Source: Quattroruote
2024 Motor SUV All Season tire Test · 235/60 R18
1st of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 5th of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 1st of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 9 | |
| Snow Braking | 2nd of 9 | |
| Snow Traction | 1st of 9 | |
| Snow Handling | 2nd of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 9 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 1st of 9 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 9 |
Source: Motor
2024 Auto Bild Allrad SUV All-Season Tire Test R17 · 235/65R17
2nd of 10
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Bild Allrad
2023 SUV All Season tire Test · 235/65 R17
2nd of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 10 | |
| Wet Circle | 6th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 1st of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 5th of 10 | |
| Snow Traction | 2nd of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 2nd of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 1st of 10 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 1st of 10 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 10 | |
| Snow Slalom | 1st of 10 |
Source: Auto Bild
What owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of the scores above.
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.
From 97 threads and comments.
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