Continental AllSeasonContact 2 vs Michelin CrossClimate 2
The Michelin leans into class-leading snow ability and repeatedly delivers the shortest dry braking, while the Continental builds its case on exceptional wet grip and balanced, predictable manners. If you drive where winters bite, Michelin's snow and ice edge is clear; if your year involves a lot of rain and mixed temperatures, Continental's wet superiority is hard to overlook.
Test Results
Independent comparison tyre tests are the best source of data to get tyre information from, and the good news is there have been eleven tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Continental AllSeasonContact 2 | six | |
| Michelin CrossClimate 2 | four | |
| one draws in one tests | ||
While it might look like the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 is better than the Michelin CrossClimate 2 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tyres are very complicated objects which means where one tyre is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tyres compare across multiple tyre test categories.
Key Strengths
- Class-leading wet braking and wet handling across most tests
- Balanced, predictable behavior with high overall safety
- Often best-in-test value thanks to strong wear and low running costs
- Competitive rolling resistance with generally low noise
- Best-in-class snow and ice performance with high safety reserves
- Shortest dry braking distances in nearly every test
- Low rolling resistance and refined noise levels
- Strong tread life in several tests, aiding long-term value
Dry Braking
Looking at data from eleven tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during eleven dry braking tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 stopped the vehicle in 5.32% less distance than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Dry Braking: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during three dry handling [s] tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was 1.04% faster around a lap than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during three dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was 0.38% faster around a lap than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during two subj. dry handling tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 scored 3.37% more points than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from eleven tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during eleven wet braking tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 stopped the vehicle in 4.65% less distance than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Wet Braking: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Wet Braking - Cool
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during one wet braking - cool tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 stopped the vehicle in 0.6% less distance than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Wet Braking - Cool: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 stopped the vehicle in 5.19% less distance than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during three wet handling [s] tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was 2.57% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during five wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was 3.11% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during one subj. wet handling tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 scored 4.57% more points than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during four wet circle tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was 1.82% faster around a wet circle than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Wet Circle: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from nine tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during eight straight aqua tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 floated at a 0.94% higher speed than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Straight Aqua: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from eight tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during four curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 slipped out at a 2.21% higher speed than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Snow Braking
Looking at data from nine tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during nine snow braking tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 stopped the vehicle in 1.99% less distance than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Snow Braking: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Snow Traction
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during one snow traction tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 accelerated 0.31% faster than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Snow Traction: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Snow Traction
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during six snow traction tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 had 2.74% better snow traction than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Snow Traction: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Snow Handling [s]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during three snow handling [s] tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was 1.84% faster around a lap than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Snow Handling [s]: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Snow Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during three snow handling [km/h] tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was 0.58% faster around a lap than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Snow Handling [Km/H]: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Subj. Snow Handling
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during two subj. snow handling tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 scored 2.73% more points than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Subj. Snow Handling: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Snow Circle
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during two snow circle tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 provided 5.94% more lateral grip than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Snow Circle: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Snow Slalom
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during three snow slalom tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was 1.7% faster through a slalom than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Snow Slalom: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Ice Braking
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during two ice braking tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 stopped the vehicle 3.49% shorter than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Ice Braking: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Ice Traction
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one ice traction tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 accelerated 3.97% faster than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Ice Traction: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during one subj. comfort tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 scored 10% more points than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Noise
Looking at data from nine tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during five noise tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 measured 0.06% quieter than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Noise: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Tyre Weight
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one tyre weight tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 weighed 5.91% less than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Tyre Weight: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Wear
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one wear tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 is predicted to cover 0.72% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Wear: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Value
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one value tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 proved to have a 1.42% better value based on price/1000km than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Value: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Price
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was better during one price tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 cost 8.45% less than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Price: Continental AllSeasonContact 2
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from eight tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during four rolling resistance tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 had a 1.61% lower rolling resistance than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during three fuel consumption tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 used 1.31% less fuel than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 emitted 20.9% less particle wear matter than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
Best In Abrasion: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Real World Driver Reviews
Continental AllSeasonContact 2 Driver Reviews
Most drivers rate the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 highly, praising its excellent wet grip and braking, quiet and comfortable ride, and balanced performance across seasons, including competent snow traction. Many high-scoring reviews also note strong longevity and good efficiency/low rolling resistance. The main drawbacks reported by a noticeable minority are a softer sidewall feel with vague/less precise steering (especially in warm, dry conditions or at higher speeds) and some mixed reports of faster front-axle wear. Overall, it's a confident, well-rounded choice for mild climates and everyday driving.
Based on 45 reviews with an average rating of 83%
Michelin CrossClimate 2 Driver Reviews
Drivers of the Michelin CrossClimate 2 largely report excellent all-weather confidence, with standout snow/ice traction, strong dry grip for an all-season, and comfortable, generally quiet cruising. Many note good tread life and stable performance over high mileages, with predictable handling and strong resistance to hydroplaning. A minority experienced inconsistent wet traction (especially on powerful RWD cars or as the tyre wears), more road noise on rough surfaces with age, and a small drop in fuel economy, and several mention the premium price. Overall sentiment is strongly positive for a do-it-all tyre.
Based on 140 reviews with an average rating of 81%
Conclusion
Choose Michelin if winter traction and short dry stops sit at the top of your list, and you want a quiet, fuel-efficient option. Choose Continental if you prioritize wet-road safety, all-round consistency, and strong value/wear economics. The practical takeaway: wet-biased climates favor the Continental; snowy regions favor the Michelin.
Key Differences
- Wet grip: Continental reliably stops shorter and handles quicker on wet asphalt; Michelin is average to good but trails in several tests
- Snow/ice: Michelin leads snow braking/traction/handling and often ice braking; Continental is solid but generally second-best
- Dry braking: Michelin consistently shorter; Continental's dry handling can be marginally quicker
- Aquaplaning: Michelin usually better in straight/curved aquaplaning; Continental occasionally matches but more often trails here
- Efficiency and wear: Both efficient; Michelin often shows lower rolling resistance, while wear/value swing by test with a slight edge to Continental on cost per km in several results
- Overall positioning: Continental wins more overall tests recently via wet strength and balance; Michelin stays a top pick where winter performance is critical
Overall Winner: Michelin CrossClimate 2
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tyre has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tyre buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tyre industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tyres in the same test.
Why is this important? Tyre testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tyre test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tyre tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tyre Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tyre comparison, Tyre Reviews doesn't.