76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
68/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
80/100
19 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack vs Michelin CrossClimate SUV — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
81/100
4 professional tests
User signal (40%)
78/100
21 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin CrossClimate SUV — better dry, snow and wet. Pick the Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack if noise and comfort matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
CrossClimate SUV leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | CrossClimate SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 64 | 99 |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | 95 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 86 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | – |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 92% | 100% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
CrossClimate SUV leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | CrossClimate SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 84 | 93 |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 94 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 86 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 91% | 100% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 98% | 97% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
CrossClimate SUV leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | CrossClimate SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 39 | 60 |
| Tire Rack owners | 71 | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 52 | 83 |
| SimpleTire owners | 83 | – |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 79% | 94% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 93% | 98% |
| Snow Traction (% of best) | 88% | 79% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Turanza QuietTrack leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | CrossClimate SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | 99 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Turanza QuietTrack leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | CrossClimate SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 57 |
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
CrossClimate SUV leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | CrossClimate SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 72 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 32 | 71 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
CrossClimate SUV leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | CrossClimate SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 75 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack | Michelin CrossClimate SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 78 |
| Dry | 74 | 94 |
| Wet | 84 | 90 |
| Snow | 52 | 69 |
| Comfort | 90 | 81 |
| Noise | 87 | 57 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 72 |
| Handling | 74 | 75 |
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Headline score
76
/ 100
Tire A
78
/ 100
Tire B
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 92% #7/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 100% #1/11 · 2022 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | -8.2 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 13% #8/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 100% #1/11 · 2022 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | -87.5 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 79% #6/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 94% #8/10 · 2019 Auto Bild 4x4 All Season Tyre Test | -14.5 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 93% #5/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 98% #3/11 · 2022 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | -5.4 | Different tests |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 88% #10/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 79% #7/11 · 2022 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | +8.8 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 91% #6/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 100% #1/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | -9.1 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 98% #8/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 97% #4/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | +1.5 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Turanza QUIETTRACK is highly regarded for its exceptional ride comfort and cabin noise reduction, making it a popular choice for daily commuters seeking a premium touring experience. However, user consensus is sharply divided regarding tread longevity and winter performance, with significant reports of premature wear and poor traction in snowy conditions.
Pros
- Industry-leading noise reduction and quiet operation
- Smooth and comfortable ride quality
- Reliable dry and wet road handling
- Strong value proposition when purchased during promotional events
Cons
- Significant underperformance in snow and winter conditions
- Inconsistent tread life, with multiple reports failing to meet the 80,000-mile warranty
- Increased road noise as the tread wears down
- Varying noise levels depending on road surface composition
Observations
- Users with low-profile tires on vehicles like the Kia Niro reported significant improvements in ride quality over OEM tires.
- Owners of older sedans, such as the 2014 Hyundai Elantra, noted that these tires effectively complemented aftermarket soundproofing efforts.
The Michelin CrossClimate SUV is widely regarded as a highly capable all-weather tire that excels in providing confidence-inspiring grip across diverse conditions, including rain, slush, and light snow. While the majority of users praise its quiet operation and ride comfort, a notable minority reports issues with increased road noise over time and a firmer-than-expected ride quality.
Pros
- Exceptional all-weather traction, particularly in wet, cold, and light snow conditions.
- High levels of ride comfort and low cabin noise for most users.
- Strong durability and longevity with minimal tread wear reported by many owners.
- Significant performance improvement over budget or standard OEM tires.
Cons
- Reports of increased road noise or 'growling' as the tire ages.
- Ride quality can feel overly firm or harsh on certain vehicle suspensions.
- Some users noted a decline in wet-weather performance as the tire reaches the end of its life.
- Higher price point compared to competitors.
Observations
- Users with 103 XL load-rated tires reported a harsher, 'droning' ride, suggesting potential incompatibility with specific suspension setups.
- Drivers of larger SUVs (e.g., Audi Q3, Lexus RX) frequently report significant improvements in handling and noise reduction compared to factory-fitted tires.
- Some users noted a slight increase in fuel consumption immediately following installation.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack | B · Michelin CrossClimate SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 29 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 19″ | — |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 800 A A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 80,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
76
/ 100
Bridgestone
78
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin CrossClimate SUV — better dry, snow and wet. Pick the Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack if noise and comfort matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack scores 87 vs 57 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Michelin CrossClimate SUV scores 94 vs 74 on dry.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Michelin CrossClimate SUV scores 69 vs 52 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack scores 90 vs 81 on comfort.
Tire A · Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack
Tire B · Michelin CrossClimate SUV
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.