90
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
92/100
19 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Cooper WeatherMaster SA2+ — 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
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
4 professional tests
User signal (40%)
85/100
36 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental CrossContact LX25 — better snow, noise and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | WeatherMaster SA2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 71 | 73 |
| Tire Rack owners | 93 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 74 |
| SimpleTire owners | 99 | – |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 93% | 91% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | WeatherMaster SA2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 75 |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | WeatherMaster SA2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | 55 |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 83 |
| SimpleTire owners | 86 | – |
| Snow Traction (% of best) | 100% | 83% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | WeatherMaster SA2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 97 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | WeatherMaster SA2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 63 |
| SimpleTire owners | 94 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | WeatherMaster SA2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 89 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | WeatherMaster SA2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 56 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental CrossContact LX25 | Cooper WeatherMaster SA2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 90 | 80 |
| Dry | 82 | 79 |
| Wet | 92 | 81 |
| Snow | 94 | 66 |
| Comfort | 94 | 86 |
| Noise | 93 | 71 |
| Treadwear | 89 | 86 |
| Handling | 85 | 83 |
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Headline score
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/ 100
Tire A
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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 | 93% #2/3 · Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Goodyear WeatherReady | 91% #18/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter Tyre Test | +2 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 50% #2/3 · Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Goodyear WeatherReady | 4% #25/51 · 2018 51 Winter Tyre Shootout | +46 | Different tests |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 100% #3/3 · Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Goodyear WeatherReady | 83% #19/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter Tyre Test | +17.4 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental CrossContact LX25 is highly regarded by users for its exceptional ride comfort, low noise levels, and reliable all-season traction. It is frequently cited as a superior replacement for factory-installed tires, offering a balanced performance profile that excels in daily driving conditions across various climates.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and quiet operation
- Significantly improved braking performance
- Predictable and confident handling in light snow and wet conditions
- Strong value proposition compared to premium factory-installed alternatives
Cons
- Tendency to pick up and eject road gravel
- Occasional reports of premature tread wear in specific use cases
- Stiffer sidewall response when encountering sharp road imperfections or deep potholes
Observations
- Luxury SUV owners (Mercedes ML/GLE) report a significant improvement in ride quality and cabin noise when replacing factory run-flat tires with the LX25.
- Users with 19-inch wheel configurations on compact crossovers like the Mazda CX-5 find the tire to be a reliable solution for challenging New England weather conditions.
The Cooper Weather Master SA2+ is widely regarded as a high-value winter tire that excels in snow and slush, offering impressive traction at a competitive price point. While most users praise its winter capabilities and comfort, some report concerns regarding handling feedback and noise levels, particularly after extended use or rotation.
Pros
- Excellent traction in deep snow and slush
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium brands
- Comfortable and smooth ride quality
- Reliable performance on icy surfaces, especially when studded
Cons
- Increased road noise reported by some users
- Vague steering feedback and handling characteristics
- Potential for vibration or balancing issues
- Inconsistent performance in extreme ice conditions compared to dedicated Nordic-compound tires
Observations
- Users noted that the tire's performance and construction can vary significantly based on manufacturing origin, with 13-16 inch sizes and 17+ inch sizes utilizing different compounds and designs.
- Drivers of performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., Mustang) reported that switching to a narrower tire profile significantly improved winter safety and confidence.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental CrossContact LX25 | B · Cooper WeatherMaster SA2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Touring Winter tire |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 40 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 10 - 12/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 740 A A - B | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering | — |
| Max pressure | 44 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
90
/ 100
Continental
80
/ 100
Cooper
Winner: Continental CrossContact LX25 — better snow, noise and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 94 vs 66 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 93 vs 71 on noise.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 92 vs 81 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 94 vs 86 on comfort.
Tire A · Continental CrossContact LX25
Tire B · Cooper WeatherMaster SA2+
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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.