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Michelin Cross Terrain review

The Michelin Cross Terrain is widely regarded as a benchmark for longevity and durability, with many users reporting exceptional tread life that often exceeds expectations. While it may not cater to high-performance driving enthusiasts, it remains a highly favored choice for everyday reliability, comfort, and consistent performance across various conditions.

Relative score
86/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
85/100
3 reviews
Michelin Cross Terrain
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

85%
Would buy again 97%
Dry
Overall dry
83%
Corner stability
73%
Dry traction
83%
Steering response
80%
Wet
Overall wet
83%
Wet traction
83%
Comfort
Overall comfort
80%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
100%
Handling
Overall handling
73%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 3 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Michelin Cross Terrain is widely regarded as a benchmark for longevity and durability, with many users reporting exceptional tread life that often exceeds expectations. While it may not cater to high-performance driving enthusiasts, it remains a highly favored choice for everyday reliability, comfort, and consistent performance across various conditions.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread life and overall mileage
  • Superior quietness and ride comfort
  • Reliable grip and performance in winter conditions
  • Significant improvement over original equipment tires

Cons

  • Limited performance capabilities for high-speed or aggressive driving
  • Discontinued product availability
  • Performance bias favors winter conditions over dry or wet handling

Worth knowing

  • Users reported high satisfaction with longevity on mid-size SUVs like the Ford Escape, achieving over 130,000 kilometers.
  • The tire is frequently cited as a superior replacement for original equipment tires, outperforming newer successor models in both noise levels and wear resistance.
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