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 Michelin CrossClimate+ — 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
81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
88/100
16 professional tests
User signal (40%)
82/100
117 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental CrossContact LX25 — better snow, noise and comfort. Pick the Michelin CrossClimate+ if dry matters 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+ leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | CrossClimate+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 71 | 88 |
| Tire Rack owners | 93 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 87 |
| SimpleTire owners | 99 | – |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 93% | 99% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | CrossClimate+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 84 |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | CrossClimate+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | 70 |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | 86 | – |
| Snow Traction (% of best) | 100% | 95% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | CrossClimate+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 78 |
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 97 | 86 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | CrossClimate+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 76 |
| SimpleTire owners | 94 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | CrossClimate+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 86 |
| SimpleTire owners | 89 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | CrossClimate+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 73 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental CrossContact LX25 | Michelin CrossClimate+ |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 90 | 81 |
| Dry | 82 | 88 |
| Wet | 92 | 85 |
| Snow | 94 | 75 |
| Comfort | 94 | 81 |
| Noise | 93 | 76 |
| Treadwear | 89 | 86 |
| Handling | 85 | 73 |
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Headline score
90
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 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 | 93% #2/3 · Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Goodyear WeatherReady | 99% #2/14 · 2018 New and Worn Summer Tyre Test | -6 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 50% #2/3 · Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Goodyear WeatherReady | 11% #9/14 · 2018 New and Worn Summer Tyre Test | +38.9 | Different tests |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 100% #3/3 · Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Goodyear WeatherReady | 95% #5/9 · 2020 Tyre Reviews All Season Tyre Test | +5.2 | 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 Michelin CrossClimate+ is widely regarded as a benchmark all-season tire, praised for its exceptional versatility and ability to bridge the gap between summer handling and winter safety. While most users report high levels of confidence in wet, dry, and snowy conditions, a minority of users note a decline in performance as the tread wears down or express dissatisfaction with noise levels and ride harshness on specific vehicle setups.
Pros
- Excellent traction and confidence in light to moderate snow and ice.
- Strong wet and dry road handling that rivals dedicated summer tires.
- Impressive tread longevity and durability over high mileage.
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality for the majority of users.
- Consistent performance across a wide range of temperatures.
Cons
- Performance in wet conditions can diminish significantly as the tire wears.
- Increased road noise reported by some users compared to dedicated summer tires.
- Occasional reports of a harsh or 'bouncy' ride on certain vehicle suspensions.
- Higher price point compared to competitors.
- Some users report a 'spongy' or less precise steering feel during aggressive cornering.
Observations
- Users with heavier diesel vehicles or high-torque setups occasionally report faster tread wear and increased road noise.
- Drivers of lighter vehicles (e.g., small hatchbacks) often report improved steering responsiveness and comfort compared to OEM tires.
- Performance on SUVs and 4x4s is frequently cited as a major upgrade over standard summer tires, particularly for winter mountain driving.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental CrossContact LX25 | B · Michelin CrossClimate+ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| 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
81
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Continental CrossContact LX25 — better snow, noise and comfort. Pick the Michelin CrossClimate+ if dry matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 94 vs 75 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 93 vs 76 on noise.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 94 vs 81 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 85 vs 73 on handling.
Tire A · Continental CrossContact LX25
Tire B · Michelin CrossClimate+
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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.