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Winter tire Winter Touring tires Updated May 2026

Cordiant Snow Cross 2 review

The Cordiant Snow Cross 2 is perceived as a budget-oriented winter tire that offers exceptional value for money, particularly when purchased at sale prices. While it performs adequately in typical winter conditions, users note significant compromises in dry-road handling and noise levels due to its aggressive stud configuration and soft compound.

Relative score
65/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
69/100
1 review
Cordiant Snow Cross 2
Scores

Two scoring systems, side by side

Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.

By owner reviews

69%
Dry
Overall dry
60%
Corner stability
70%
Dry traction
60%
Steering response
60%
Wet
Overall wet
60%
Wet traction
60%
Snow & ice
Overall snow & ice
80%
Ice
90%
Comfort
Overall comfort
60%
Handling
Overall handling
70%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 1 owner review across retailers and review sites.

The Cordiant Snow Cross 2 is perceived as a budget-oriented winter tire that offers exceptional value for money, particularly when purchased at sale prices. While it performs adequately in typical winter conditions, users note significant compromises in dry-road handling and noise levels due to its aggressive stud configuration and soft compound.

Pros

  • Highly competitive price point
  • Effective traction in winter conditions
  • Fresh production dates often available at retailers

Cons

  • Noticeable road noise from studs
  • Wiggly handling characteristics on dry pavement
  • Limited water evacuation capabilities in wet conditions

Worth knowing

  • Performance is highly temperature-dependent, with handling stability improving as temperatures drop below 4°C.
  • The tire exhibits typical soft-compound 'nordic' winter tire behavior, feeling unstable on dry surfaces at warmer temperatures.