63
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
57/100
14 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Continental CrossContact LX Sport vs Michelin Cross Competition S12 — Compared (May 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
68
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
67/100
1 owner review
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Cross Competition S12 — better treadwear and wet. Pick the Continental CrossContact LX Sport if dry, comfort and handling matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
CrossContact LX Sport leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | Cross Competition S12 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 50 |
| SimpleTire owners | 94 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Cross Competition S12 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | Cross Competition S12 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 79 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 89 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | Cross Competition S12 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 60 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 51 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 92 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX Sport leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | Cross Competition S12 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 80 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 50 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Cross Competition S12 leads by 39
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | Cross Competition S12 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 64 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 39 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 81 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX Sport leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX Sport | Cross Competition S12 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 60 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental CrossContact LX Sport | Michelin Cross Competition S12 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 63 | 68 |
| Dry | 77 | 50 |
| Wet | 70 | 80 |
| Snow | 52 | – |
| Comfort | 74 | 50 |
| Treadwear | 41 | 80 |
| Handling | 64 | 60 |
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Headline score
63
/ 100
Tire A
68
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental CrossContact LX Sport receives a polarized reception, characterized by high praise for its dry-road handling and off-road capability, contrasted sharply by widespread frustration regarding premature tread wear. While some users appreciate its quiet ride and versatile performance, a significant portion of owners report unacceptable longevity, often requiring replacement well before the 20,000-mile mark.
Pros
- Strong dry-road handling and steering response
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Effective traction in light off-road and muddy conditions
- Reliable performance in varied seasonal weather for some users
Cons
- Extremely rapid and inconsistent tread wear
- Poor wet-weather performance and susceptibility to aquaplaning
- Lack of a mileage warranty leading to high long-term ownership costs
- Reported structural issues including sidewall cracking and premature rubber degradation
Observations
- Owners of heavier SUVs, such as the Volvo XC90 and Land Rover Discovery Sport, report the most severe tread wear issues, suggesting the tire may struggle with the weight of larger vehicles.
- Performance-oriented SUV drivers, such as those with the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, generally appreciate the handling characteristics but note that the tire is not a substitute for dedicated summer or winter rubber.
The Michelin Cross Competition S12 is viewed as a specialized tire tailored specifically for soft to intermediate terrain. Users generally find it to be a competent performer in its intended off-road environment.
Pros
- Strong performance in soft terrain
- Effective traction in mid-soft conditions
Cons
- Limited versatility outside of soft-to-mid terrain
- Average overall rating suggests potential durability or performance trade-offs
Observations
- Performance is highly dependent on terrain type rather than specific vehicle or tire size configurations.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental CrossContact LX Sport | B · Michelin Cross Competition S12 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | All Season Motocross and Enduro tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Motorcycle |
| Sizes available | 32 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 9/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 480 A A | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
63
/ 100
Continental
68
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Cross Competition S12 — better treadwear and wet. Pick the Continental CrossContact LX Sport if dry, comfort and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Cross Competition S12 scores 80 vs 41 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental CrossContact LX Sport scores 77 vs 50 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental CrossContact LX Sport scores 74 vs 50 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin Cross Competition S12 scores 80 vs 70 on wet.
Tire A · Continental CrossContact LX Sport
Tire B · Michelin Cross Competition S12
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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.