68
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
67/100
1 owner review
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Michelin Cross Competition S12 vs Sumitomo H/TR Z — 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.
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67
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
68/100
4 owner reviews
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VerdictToo close to call: Michelin Cross Competition S12 and Sumitomo H/TR Z are within 2 points overall. Michelin Cross Competition S12 is stronger on treadwear and wet. Sumitomo H/TR Z is stronger on dry, comfort and handling.
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Category breakdown
5 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)
H/TR Z leads by 33
Why this score
| Source | Cross Competition S12 | H/TR Z |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 83 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Cross Competition S12 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Cross Competition S12 | H/TR Z |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 73 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
H/TR Z leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Cross Competition S12 | H/TR Z |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 68 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Cross Competition S12 leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | Cross Competition S12 | H/TR Z |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 50 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
H/TR Z leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Cross Competition S12 | H/TR Z |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Michelin Cross Competition S12 | Sumitomo H/TR Z |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 68 | 67 |
| Dry | 50 | 83 |
| Wet | 80 | 73 |
| Comfort | 50 | 68 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 50 |
| Handling | 60 | 70 |
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Headline score
68
/ 100
Tire A
67
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
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.
The Sumitomo H/TR Z receives highly polarized feedback, with users divided between those praising its value and longevity and those reporting significant durability and safety concerns. While some drivers report excellent tread life and performance comparable to premium brands, others cite premature wear and catastrophic structural failure.
Pros
- High value-for-money proposition
- Strong dry weather traction
- Competitive tread life for some users
Cons
- Inconsistent tread wear and longevity
- Subpar wet weather performance
- Reports of structural failure and blowouts
Observations
- Users operating on challenging terrain, such as steep country roads, reported significantly accelerated tread wear compared to standard commuting.
- Drivers maintaining specific tire pressure protocols, such as nitrogen filling and slightly elevated PSI, reported better-than-average longevity on mid-sized vehicles like the Volvo V50.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Michelin Cross Competition S12 | B · Sumitomo H/TR Z |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Motocross and Enduro tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
68
/ 100
Michelin
67
/ 100
Sumitomo
Too close to call: Michelin Cross Competition S12 and Sumitomo H/TR Z are within 2 points overall. Michelin Cross Competition S12 is stronger on treadwear and wet. Sumitomo H/TR Z is stronger on dry, comfort and handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Sumitomo H/TR Z scores 83 vs 50 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Cross Competition S12 scores 80 vs 50 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Sumitomo H/TR Z scores 68 vs 50 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Sumitomo H/TR Z scores 70 vs 60 on handling.
Tire A · Michelin Cross Competition S12
Tire B · Sumitomo H/TR Z
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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.