Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV
Across two independent 2025 tests (Auto Bild EV mini-test and TÜV), the Michelin consistently finished ahead (2/3 and 2/5 overall vs. 3/3 and 5/5 for the Vredestein). The data reveal a recurring pattern: the CrossClimate 2 delivers decisively shorter braking and dominant snow performance, while the Quatrac Pro EV offers a more comfort-oriented, mildly sharper handling feel in fair weather and notably strong lateral wet grip.
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 two tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Michelin CrossClimate 2 | two |
While it might look like the Michelin CrossClimate 2 is better than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV 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
- Outstanding snow capability (e.g., −18% snow braking, −18% traction, and ~−12% handling time vs. Quatrac in TÜV)
- Consistently shorter wet and dry braking (up to −12% wet; −6% dry in TÜV)
- Better aquaplaning resistance (straight +2.5-4.9%, curved +4.6% in Auto Bild)
- Low rolling resistance aiding efficiency (e.g., ~6% lower vs. Quatrac in Auto Bild)
- Strong lateral wet grip and competitive wet handling (wins wet circle; tiny edge in wet handling pace)
- Comfort-oriented tuning with low noise and smooth ride (test commentary)
- EV-focused design with low rolling resistance for efficiency
- Slight agility edge in certain handling metrics (e.g., dry/wet course speeds by small margins)
Dry Braking
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during two dry braking tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 stopped the vehicle in 5.32% less distance than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Dry Braking: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV was better during one dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV was 0.47% faster around a lap than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during two wet braking tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 stopped the vehicle in 8.42% less distance than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Wet Braking: Michelin CrossClimate 2
See how the Wet Braking winner was calculated >>
Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV was better during one wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV was 0.42% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV had 3.07% higher lateral wet grip than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Wet Circle: Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV
See how the Wet Circle winner was calculated >>
Straight Aqua
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during two straight aqua tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 floated at a 3.53% higher speed than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Straight Aqua: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 slipped out at a 4.35% higher speed than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Snow Braking
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during two snow braking tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 stopped the vehicle in 13.73% less distance than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Snow Braking: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Snow Traction
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during two snow traction tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 accelerated 15.43% faster than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Snow Traction: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Snow Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one snow handling [s] tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was 11.79% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Snow Handling [s]: Michelin CrossClimate 2
See how the Snow Handling winner was calculated >>
Snow Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one snow handling [km/h] tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was 4.04% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Snow Handling [Km/H]: Michelin CrossClimate 2
See how the Snow Handling winner was calculated >>
Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one rolling resistance tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 had a 5.64% lower rolling resistance than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Michelin CrossClimate 2
See how the Rolling Resistance winner was calculated >>
Real World Driver Reviews
Tyre Reviews also collects real world driver reviews for the Michelin CrossClimate 2 and Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
In total the Michelin CrossClimate 2 has been reviewed 140 times and drivers have given the tyre 81% overall.
The Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV has been reviewed 2 times and drivers have given the tyre 81% overall.
This means in real world driving, people prefer the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
So far, my impressions of the Quatrac Pro EV are positive. They feel slightly softer and more comfortable, with noise levels that seem about the same. These tyres don’t have the foam band on the inside like some other models.
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Conclusion
Vredestein's Quatrac Pro EV counters with a comfort-first, EV-focused approach. It feels composed and quiet, shows slightly higher lateral wet grip, and posts tiny edges in handling pace on certain courses. However, its longer braking distances-especially in the wet and on snow-are material. For drivers in milder climates who prioritize ride comfort and a touch of agility, it's viable. For anyone who regularly sees winter or heavy rain, the Michelin's safety margins are hard to ignore.
Bottom line: choose the CrossClimate 2 for all-weather security with standout winter capability and dependable stopping performance; consider the Quatrac Pro EV if your EV lives in a temperate region and your priorities skew toward refinement and steering feel rather than maximum all-condition grip.
Key Differences
- Snow performance: Michelin leads by large margins (TÜV: −18% snow braking, −18% traction, −12% handling time).
- Wet braking: Michelin stops notably shorter (up to −12% in TÜV; also ahead in Auto Bild).
- Dry braking: Michelin shorter in both tests (e.g., −6% in TÜV).
- Handling balance: Vredestein posts minor wins in wet circle and some handling laps; Michelin prioritizes stability and stopping power.
- Aquaplaning: Michelin offers better straight and curved resistance (up to +4.9% straight, +4.6% curved).
- Energy/comfort focus: Both efficient, but Michelin shows slightly lower RR in testing; Vredestein emphasizes ride comfort and quietness.
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.