76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
67/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
86/100
3 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Michelin X-Ice Snow SUV vs Vredestein Icetrac — 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
93
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
94/100
2 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Vredestein Icetrac — better dry, treadwear and handling. Pick the Michelin X-Ice Snow SUV if comfort matters most to you.
Read full
TireWheelGuide may earn a commission from purchases made via links on this page.
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)
Icetrac leads by 46
Why this score
| Source | X-Ice Snow SUV | Icetrac |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 20 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Icetrac leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | X-Ice Snow SUV | Icetrac |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 80 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 95 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | X-Ice Snow SUV | Icetrac |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 93 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 93 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 97 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
X-Ice Snow SUV leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | X-Ice Snow SUV | Icetrac |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 90 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | X-Ice Snow SUV | Icetrac |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Icetrac leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | X-Ice Snow SUV | Icetrac |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 100 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Icetrac leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | X-Ice Snow SUV | Icetrac |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 85 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Michelin X-Ice Snow SUV | Vredestein Icetrac |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 93 |
| Dry | 44 | 90 |
| Wet | 82 | 95 |
| Snow | 94 | – |
| Comfort | 93 | 90 |
| Noise | 77 | – |
| Treadwear | 82 | 100 |
| Handling | 70 | 85 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
Personalize
Weight the categories that matter to you
Wet grip and treadwear start at “Important” — the two things buyers rank highest. Move the sliders and the scores update instantly.
Neutral
NoneLessNeutralMoreMost
Important
NoneLessNeutralMoreMost
Neutral
NoneLessNeutralMoreMost
Neutral
NoneLessNeutralMoreMost
Neutral
NoneLessNeutralMoreMost
Important
NoneLessNeutralMoreMost
Neutral
NoneLessNeutralMoreMost
Recomputed
Headline score
76
/ 100
Tire A
93
/ 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 Michelin X-Ice Snow SUV is highly regarded for its exceptional winter performance, providing reliable traction in deep snow and icy conditions. Users consistently praise its quiet ride and comfort, noting that it performs significantly better than summer or all-season tires in cold climates without negatively impacting EV range.
Pros
- Outstanding traction on snow and ice
- Remarkably low road noise for a winter tire
- Excellent ride comfort
- Minimal impact on electric vehicle range
Cons
- Unsuitable for year-round use due to soft compound in warm temperatures
- Reduced handling precision compared to dedicated summer tires
Observations
- EV owners, specifically those with the Tesla Model Y, report that the tire maintains efficiency and range during winter months.
- Users note that the tire is well-suited for high-performance vehicles in mountainous regions like Tahoe, provided they are swapped out seasonally.
The Vredestein Icetrac is highly regarded by users for its exceptional traction in severe winter conditions, frequently outperforming 4WD vehicles equipped with standard tires. Owners consistently praise its longevity and surprising level of comfort, making it a reliable choice for challenging snowy and icy environments.
Pros
- Outstanding traction and grip on deep snow and ice
- Impressive tread longevity and durability over multiple seasons
- Unexpectedly quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Superior performance compared to standard tires on 4WD vehicles
Cons
- Performance is ultimately limited by vehicle ground clearance in very deep snow
- Limited availability of specific size information in user feedback
Observations
- Users report successful application on smaller, lighter vehicles like the Daihatsu Charade
- Effective performance noted even when used in mixed-tire configurations (e.g., 14-inch front/15-inch rear)
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Michelin X-Ice Snow SUV | B · Vredestein Icetrac |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Winter tire | Winter Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
76
/ 100
Michelin
93
/ 100
Vredestein
Winner: Vredestein Icetrac — better dry, treadwear and handling. Pick the Michelin X-Ice Snow SUV if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Vredestein Icetrac scores 90 vs 44 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Vredestein Icetrac scores 100 vs 82 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Vredestein Icetrac scores 85 vs 70 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Vredestein Icetrac scores 95 vs 82 on wet.
Tire A · Michelin X-Ice Snow SUV
Tire B · Vredestein Icetrac
More comparisons
Also compared with
Michelin X-Ice Snow SUV also compared with
Vredestein Icetrac also compared with
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.