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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate vs Nexen Roadian CT8 — 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.

Tire A Michelin

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate

All Season Premium Touring tires

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate tread pattern
Objective (60%)
73/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
92/100
11 owner reviews
Dry
97
Wet
93
Snow
94
Comfort
91
Noise
36
Treadwear
94
Handling
83

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Nexen

Nexen Roadian CT8

Summer Touring tires

Nexen Roadian CT8 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
17 owner reviews
Dry
85
Wet
81
Snow
84
Comfort
84
Noise
80
Treadwear
79
Handling
80

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Michelin Agilis CrossClimate — better treadwear, dry and wet. Pick the Nexen Roadian CT8 if noise 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Agilis CrossClimate leads by 12
A — Michelin Agilis CrossClimate
97
B — Nexen Roadian CT8
85
Why this score
SourceAgilis CrossClimateRoadian CT8
Professional tests (TWG score) 97 –
Tire Rack owners 91 –
Tyre Reviews owners 98 77

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Agilis CrossClimate leads by 12
A — Michelin Agilis CrossClimate
93
B — Nexen Roadian CT8
81
Why this score
SourceAgilis CrossClimateRoadian CT8
Professional tests (TWG score) 91 –
Tire Rack owners 78 –
Tyre Reviews owners 97 63

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Agilis CrossClimate leads by 10
A — Michelin Agilis CrossClimate
94
B — Nexen Roadian CT8
84
Why this score
SourceAgilis CrossClimateRoadian CT8
Professional tests (TWG score) 95 –
Tire Rack owners 93 –
Tyre Reviews owners 93 –

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Agilis CrossClimate leads by 7
A — Michelin Agilis CrossClimate
91
B — Nexen Roadian CT8
84
Why this score
SourceAgilis CrossClimateRoadian CT8
Tire Rack owners 82 –
Tyre Reviews owners 92 78

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Roadian CT8 leads by 44
A — Michelin Agilis CrossClimate
36
B — Nexen Roadian CT8
80
Why this score
SourceAgilis CrossClimateRoadian CT8
Professional tests (TWG score) 36 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Agilis CrossClimate leads by 15
A — Michelin Agilis CrossClimate
94
B — Nexen Roadian CT8
79
Why this score
SourceAgilis CrossClimateRoadian CT8
Tire Rack owners 89 –
Tyre Reviews owners 94 66

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Agilis CrossClimate leads by 3
A — Michelin Agilis CrossClimate
83
B — Nexen Roadian CT8
80
Why this score
SourceAgilis CrossClimateRoadian CT8
Tyre Reviews owners 83 80
DriverReviews owners 86 –

Scores at a glance

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate vs Nexen Roadian CT8: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryMichelin Agilis CrossClimateNexen Roadian CT8
Relative Score 86 82
Dry 97 85
Wet 93 81
Snow 94 84
Comfort 91 84
Noise 36 80
Treadwear 94 79
Handling 83 80

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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.

DisciplineCategoryTire ATire BΔBoth?
Overall Ranking Overall 33% #3/7 · 2020 Commercial Van All Season Tyre Test 8% #12/16 · 2019 ADAC Van 215/65 R16 C Tyre Test +25 Different tests
From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Michelin Agilis CrossClimate

The Michelin Agilis CrossClimate is highly regarded by commercial van and motorhome operators for its exceptional durability, year-round versatility, and reliable traction in diverse weather conditions. Users consistently report that the tire provides a significant performance upgrade over standard commercial tires, offering impressive longevity and confidence-inspiring grip in both wet and cold environments.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread life and long-term durability
  • Strong traction and handling in wet and cold weather conditions
  • Excellent value proposition due to high mileage performance
  • Confidence-inspiring stability for heavy-duty vehicles and motorhomes

Cons

  • Reports of excessive sidewall flex or 'mushy' steering response
  • Occasional low-frequency drone or noise during hard cornering
  • Higher initial purchase price compared to midrange alternatives

Observations

  • Motorhome owners report excellent performance stability even when fully loaded at 3.6-3.7 tons.
  • Commercial van operators note significant improvements in grip and longevity compared to standard factory-fitted tires.
  • The tire maintains consistent performance characteristics across extreme temperature ranges, from sub-zero conditions to 35°C heat.
Tire B Nexen Roadian CT8

The Nexen Roadian CT8 is generally regarded as a budget-friendly, high-value option for light trucks and motorhomes, offering respectable dry handling and comfort. However, user experiences are polarized, with a significant subset of owners reporting serious structural reliability issues, such as premature bulging and tread separation, particularly in commercial van applications.

Pros

  • Competitive pricing and high value for the cost
  • Good dry road handling and stability
  • Comfortable ride quality
  • Robust construction noted by some motorhome owners

Cons

  • Significant reports of structural failures, including sidewall bulges and tread separation
  • Poor wet weather performance and grip degradation over time
  • Inconsistent longevity and durability under commercial use
  • Temperature sensitivity affecting dry grip

Observations

  • Motorhome and RV owners frequently praise the tire's load-bearing capacity and construction compared to premium alternatives.
  • Commercial van operators report higher rates of structural failure, suggesting the tire may struggle with the specific demands of frequent urban delivery cycles.
Community buzz

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate

Mixed

Community opinion on the Michelin Agilis CrossClimate is generally positive regarding its winter and wet traction capabilities for heavy vans and trucks, though users note potential trade-offs in rolling resistance and tread wear. Mention of a recall regarding snow traction also introduces mixed perspectives, while commercial vehicle and RV owners frequently consider it as a top alternative.

r/BoltEV ·5 upvotes ·2025-10-19

“Anyone tried Michelin Agilis CrossClimate tires on a Bolt? Following the info from I have picked up some used 15" Sonic wheels for winter use here in Maine. I can get Michelin Ice snow tires in an equivalent 15" size (to match the circumference of the stock tire/wheel) but not Cross Climate 2s. However, this Agilis is available in a near equivalent. It appears to be a heavier tire designed primarily for delivery vans Google AI suggests it has a slightly higher rolling resistance to the CC2s, which many report to have about a 10% hit on range - although any new tire will be less efficient than a well-worn one, so we should take that info with a grain of salt The Michelin Energy Saver tires are obviously more efficient, but also rated poor for use in snow. I'm a bit torn between "proper" snow tires and the Agilis, which I could run all year round One other factor is that smaller wheels tend to be more efficient - to a noticeable extent on EVs, so it just might be a wash as far as efficiency goes Read more”

r/tires ·4 upvotes ·2025-11-10

“Agilis cross climate (LT metric) Not a ton of information in regard to this tire, but so far my experience has been extremely positive. Great traction in the wet and light snow and fuel mileage seems to have improved. I plan to update this post as I put more miles on them. They don’t have the cool factor I concerned myself with as a younger man, but they seem to be an excellent tire. Read more”

r/Cartalk ·1 upvote ·2025-04-09

“Agilis Crossclimate vs Agilis LTX as a summer tire for a pickup? Daily driver Chevy 3/4 ton pickup. I've got a set of winter tires that I run from Nov-Mar but I need to replace my summer tires. Mediterranean climate, so dry summers. 99% of my driving is city/highway, maybe 1-5 days per year on dry dirt roads. I'd like to go with the crossclimate since they're about $200 cheaper for the set. I guess the Defender LTX just got rebranded Agilis LTX. I know the Defender LTX is a very popular light truck tire. Y'all think I can get away with the crossclimate and save a couple hundred bucks? Read more”

r/tires ·1 upvote ·2023-07-01

“Agilis CrossClimate all-weather cargo van tire So I had an electrician over to my house yesterday (in Michigan), and I saw his Ford Transit had the Michelin Agilis CrossClimate all-weather truck/van/cargo tire. I asked him how it was. He told me that the stock tires would get completely stuck even on plowed roads that had the tiniest bit of snow or ice left. But with the Agilis CrossClimate, he hadn't gotten stuck anymore. So I thought that was a cool story I would share. FYI, Toyo makes the Celsius Cargo, which is another all-weather tire for cargo vans and trucks. P.S. Some Agilis CrossClimate tires have a recall. Read more”

Top themes
#Winter and snow traction#Commercial van and RV use#Rolling resistance and efficiency#Tread wear and longevity#Recall notices and compliance#Comparison with LTX models

Based on 9 community posts

Tire B

Nexen Roadian CT8

We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.

Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Michelin Agilis CrossClimate B · Nexen Roadian CT8
CategoryAll Season Premium Touring tiresSummer Touring tires
Vehicle typeVanVan
Tread depth—10/32″
Sidewall—Blackwall
Max pressure—65 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Michelin

Nexen

Winner: Michelin Agilis CrossClimate — better treadwear, dry and wet. Pick the Nexen Roadian CT8 if noise matters most to you.

Pick tire B You want a quieter cabin

Nexen Roadian CT8 scores 80 vs 36 on noise.

Pick tire A You want the longest tread life

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate scores 94 vs 79 on treadwear.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate scores 97 vs 85 on dry.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Michelin Agilis CrossClimate scores 93 vs 81 on wet.

Tire A · Michelin Agilis CrossClimate
Tire B · Nexen Roadian CT8

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.