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 Pilot Alpin PA3 — 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.
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89
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Objective (60%)
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No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
11 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Continental CrossContact LX25 and Michelin Pilot Alpin PA3 are within 2 points overall. Continental CrossContact LX25 is stronger on snow. Michelin Pilot Alpin PA3 is stronger on dry, handling and treadwear.
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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)
Pilot Alpin PA3 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | Pilot Alpin PA3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 71 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 93 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 93 |
| SimpleTire owners | 99 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | Pilot Alpin PA3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 91 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
CrossContact LX25 leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | Pilot Alpin PA3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | 86 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | Pilot Alpin PA3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 97 | 95 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | Pilot Alpin PA3 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 94 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Pilot Alpin PA3 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | Pilot Alpin PA3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 92 |
| SimpleTire owners | 89 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Pilot Alpin PA3 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | CrossContact LX25 | Pilot Alpin PA3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 90 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental CrossContact LX25 | Michelin Pilot Alpin PA3 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 90 | 89 |
| Dry | 82 | 93 |
| Wet | 92 | 91 |
| Snow | 94 | 71 |
| Comfort | 94 | 94 |
| Noise | 93 | – |
| Treadwear | 89 | 92 |
| Handling | 85 | 90 |
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Headline score
90
/ 100
Tire A
89
/ 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 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 Pilot Alpin PA3 is highly regarded as a premium winter tire that excels in cold, wet, and moderate snow conditions, offering a driving experience comparable to summer tires. Users consistently praise its comfort, low noise levels, and impressive longevity, though it is noted to be less effective in deep, unplowed snow compared to dedicated heavy-duty winter tires.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and confidence on cold, wet, and icy road surfaces.
- High levels of ride comfort and low road noise, often matching summer tire performance.
- Excellent tread life and durability over high mileage.
- Positive impact on fuel efficiency compared to other winter or summer tire sets.
Cons
- Limited performance in deep snow or extreme mountain conditions.
- Higher price point compared to budget alternatives.
- Perceived lack of value for money by some users.
Observations
- Owners of high-performance vehicles, such as the Audi S4 and Jaguar XJR, report excellent traction management despite high horsepower outputs.
- Users note that the tire maintains the sporty handling characteristics of luxury coupes like the Audi A5, making it suitable for urban winter driving.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental CrossContact LX25 | B · Michelin Pilot Alpin PA3 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Winter High Performance 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
89
/ 100
Michelin
Too close to call: Continental CrossContact LX25 and Michelin Pilot Alpin PA3 are within 2 points overall. Continental CrossContact LX25 is stronger on snow. Michelin Pilot Alpin PA3 is stronger on dry, handling and treadwear.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Continental CrossContact LX25 scores 94 vs 71 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Michelin Pilot Alpin PA3 scores 93 vs 82 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Michelin Pilot Alpin PA3 scores 90 vs 85 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Pilot Alpin PA3 scores 92 vs 89 on treadwear.
Tire A · Continental CrossContact LX25
Tire B · Michelin Pilot Alpin PA3
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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.