Michelin CrossClimate 2 AW review
The Michelin CrossClimate 2 is widely regarded as a highly capable all-weather tire that excels in versatility, providing reliable performance across rain, shine, and light snow conditions. While users appreciate its comfort and year-round utility, some enthusiasts note a trade-off in aggressive handling and cornering grip compared to dedicated performance-oriented tires.
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%By road tests
81.1%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 5 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Michelin CrossClimate 2 is widely regarded as a highly capable all-weather tire that excels in versatility, providing reliable performance across rain, shine, and light snow conditions. While users appreciate its comfort and year-round utility, some enthusiasts note a trade-off in aggressive handling and cornering grip compared to dedicated performance-oriented tires.
Pros
- Excellent all-weather versatility and reliability in rain and light snow.
- Superior ride comfort and softness compared to performance-focused alternatives.
- Strong performance as a year-round solution for moderate climates.
- Consistent and predictable handling for daily driving scenarios.
Cons
- Reduced cornering grip and handling precision compared to dedicated performance tires like the Pilot Sport series.
- Limited effectiveness in deep snow conditions exceeding 4 inches.
- Potential for increased traction control intervention during spirited driving.
Worth knowing
- Users noted that the tire's comfort profile is significantly softer than performance-oriented Michelin models when fitted on sedans like the Lexus IS250.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles reported the need for earlier braking distances, suggesting the tire's performance characteristics are influenced by vehicle mass.
5 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter tire Test · 215/55 R17
5th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 10 | |
| Wet Circle | 4th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 5th of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 4th of 10 | |
| Ice Braking | 4th of 10 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 4th of 10 | |
| Ice Traction | 4th of 10 | |
| Subj. Noise | 5th of 10 | |
| Subj. Road Score | 4th of 10 | |
| Subj. Snow Handling | 5th of 10 | |
| Dry Circle | 5th of 10 |
2025 Car and Driver All Weather tire Test · 225/45 R18
2nd of 5
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 5 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 5 | |
| Wet Circle | 2nd of 5 | |
| Dry Braking | 1st of 5 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 5 | |
| Snow Braking | 2nd of 5 | |
| Snow Traction | 3rd of 5 | |
| Snow Handling | 5th of 5 | |
| Snow Circle | 1st of 5 |
2024 TireRack All Season and Weather tire Test · 215/55 R17
6th of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 7th of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 11 | |
| Snow Braking | 1st of 11 | |
| Snow Traction | 2nd of 11 | |
| Snow Handling | 2nd of 11 | |
| Ice Braking | 2nd of 11 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 4th of 11 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 6th of 11 |
The 7 BEST All Weather tires Tested · 225/65 R17
1st of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 7 | |
| Snow Traction | 1st of 7 | |
| Snow Handling | 1st of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 1st of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 1st of 7 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 3rd of 7 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 7th of 7 | |
| Noise | 4th of 7 | |
| Ice Traction | 3rd of 7 | |
| Value | 7th of 7 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 4th of 7 |
Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Goodyear WeatherReady · 235/55 R18
1st of 3
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | 1st of 3 | |
| Snow Traction | 1st of 3 | |
| Wet Braking - Worn | 1st of 3 |