Debica Navigator 3 vs Michelin CrossClimate 2
- TR Score
- 8.0/10
- Owners say
- 76% · 8
- TR Score
- 9.5/10
- Owners say
- 80% · 173
In the 2 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 finished ahead 2 times and the Navigator 3 not once. The Navigator 3 lapped the wet handling course 0.5% faster; the CrossClimate 2 stopped 10.4% shorter in the dry.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Michelin CrossClimate 2 for top-tier safety, frequent rain/snow, and all-round assurance. Choose Debica Navigator 3 for lower purchase cost, better fuel economy, and agile feel in mostly mild climates where ultimate braking and winter performance are less critical.
Where the Navigator 3 is stronger
- Lowest rolling resistance in both tests (most fuel-efficient)
- Wins dry and wet handling laps by small margins
- Balanced, predictable behavior across conditions
Where the CrossClimate 2 is stronger
- Significantly shorter dry and wet braking distances
- Superior snow performance (braking, traction, handling)
- Better straight-line aquaplaning resistance and lower noise
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
Navigator 3 vs CrossClimate 2 at a glance
| Category | Navigator 3 | Gap | CrossClimate 2 |
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| Shared tests won2 shared tests | 0 | 2 | |
| Dry4 measurements | 2 | Level between the two. | 2 |
| Wet5 measurements | 2 | The CrossClimate 2 stopped 8.4% shorter in the wet (2 tests) | 3 |
| Snow5 measurements | 0 | The CrossClimate 2 stopped 5.4% shorter on snow (2 tests) | 5 |
| Comfort1 measurement | 0 | 1 | |
| Value1 measurement | 1 | 0 | |
| Tyre Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 8.0/10 | The CrossClimate 2 by 1.5 | 9.5/10 |
| Owner rating8 and 173 reviews | 76% | The CrossClimate 2 by 4 points | 80% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 86% | The Navigator 3 by 13 points | 73% |
| Pricein the 2 tests that listed prices | Cheaper | The CrossClimate 2 was dearer in 2 of 2 | +32.7% |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 39 | 29 sizes made in both | 116 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tyres; a tick marks the tyre ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 2 tests in 2025
Each row is one published test in which both tyres ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | Navigator 3 | Field | CrossClimate 2 |
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| 2025 Motor All Season Tyre Test | P5 of 7 | P2 of 7 | |
| 2025 Mid Range All Season Tyre Test | P3 of 6 | P2 of 6 |
Performance profile
6 measurements from the 2 shared tests, each tyre shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Navigator 3
CrossClimate 2
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 36 m stop against 34.2 m is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. 4 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Navigator 3
CrossClimate 2
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
Navigator 3
CrossClimate 2
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Owners rate the Navigator 3 76% from 8 reviews and the CrossClimate 2 80% from 173. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tyres posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
| Measurement | Navigator 3 | Gap | CrossClimate 2 | Wins | ||||||||
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| 43.4 | 10.4% | 38.9 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| 113 | 0.2% | 113.2 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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| 34.7 | 8.4% | 31.8 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| 75.7 | 0.5% | 76.1 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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| 82.6 | 3.8% | 85.7 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 16.6 | 5.4% | 15.7 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| 5.7 | 8.8% | 5.2 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 91.15 | 2.5% | 88.9 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| 71.4 | 1 dB | 70.4 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 6.48 | 5.4% | 6.85 | 1-0 | |||||||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tyres shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Navigator 3 scores 8 and the CrossClimate 2 9.5 out of 10.
| Navigator 3 | Category | CrossClimate 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | Dry | 95 | ||
| 39 | Wet | 75 | ||
| 19 | Comfort | 82 | ||
| 95 | Value | 84 | ||
| 79 | Snow | 94 | ||
| - | Ice | 47 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| Navigator 3 | Category | CrossClimate 2 | ||
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| 7.5 | Dry Grip | 8.6 | ||
| 6 | Wet Grip | 7.9 | ||
| 7.7 | Road Feedback | 7.6 | ||
| 7.1 | Handling | 7.5 | ||
| 7.9 | Wear | 8.4 | ||
| 8.8 | Comfort | 8.3 | ||
| 7.7 | Snow Grip | 8.4 | ||
| 6.7 | Ice Grip | 7.5 | ||
Owners rate the Navigator 3 76% from 8 reviews and the CrossClimate 2 80% from 173. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Debica Navigator 3
- 76%from 8 reviews
- 86%would buy again
- 78,000 milesdriven by reviewers
Drivers rate the Debica Navigator 3 as a strong value all-season tyre, with most reporting a comfortable, quiet ride and confident performance across a wide range of temperatures. High-scoring reviews frequently highlight dependable grip (especially on snow) and reassuring feedback for the price. Several users also note very good wear over 10,000-20,000 km, reinforcing the tyre's budget-friendly appeal.
- excellent value for money
- comfortable ride quality
- low road/rolling noise
- good all-season traction, especially on snow and in cold conditions
Summarised by AI from 6 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 8 Navigator 3 reviewsVery good tyre for that price. Feel comfortable especially when cold on little snow. For summer also good without any noice when taking a turn. Summer here is 40c. Wear is excelent, after 20.000km looks like brand new
Michelin CrossClimate 2
- 80%from 173 reviews
- 73%would buy again
- 2,411,545 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners generally rate the Michelin CrossClimate 2 highly, most often praising its dependable all-weather grip with standout snow traction and strong dry and wet grip for an all-season tyre. Comfort is commonly reported as very good and a sizeable minority also find it quiet, though road noise is a recurring talking point with roughly one in eight owners complaining it can hum or rumble. The main consistent drawback is efficiency: around one in seven owners report noticeably worse fuel economy/EV range (rolling resistance). A smaller but meaningful group also criticise wet handling confidence, particularly when pushed, even though straight-line wet grip and aquaplaning resistance tend to be viewed positively.
- Excellent snow traction and winter security
- Strong dry grip and traction
- Confident wet grip in everyday driving
- Good ride comfort over longer distances
- Noticeable hit to fuel economy/EV range (higher rolling resistance)
- Wet handling can feel nervous or lack confidence when cornering/braking
- Can be louder than expected on certain surfaces or at speed
Summarised by AI from 153 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 173 CrossClimate 2 reviewsAfter 2 hot summers the tires are dangerous on wet and cold,
That was actually very much appreciated since i drive them on a GR Yaris mostly on the weekends in the night on snowfall but normal use would be very very dangerous.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tyre: 39 sizes of the Navigator 3 and 116 of the CrossClimate 2, 29 of them made in both.
| Category | Navigator 3 | CrossClimate 2 |
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| Season | All Season | All Season |
| Sizes made | 39 sizes, 14 to 19 inch | 116 sizes, 15 to 22 inch |
| Made in both | 29 sizes 175/65 R15185/60 R15185/65 R15195/55 R15195/60 R15195/65 R15195/55 R16205/55 R16205/60 R16215/55 R16215/60 R16215/65 R16and 17 more | |
| EU label wet grip | C81%B19% | B81%C19% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C56%B42%D2% | C55%B33%D11%A1% |
| EU label noise | 69-72 dB B100% | 69-73 dB B78%A22% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 48 of 48 | 176 of 176 |
| On the market since | 2021 | 2020 |
| Replaced | Debica Navigator 2 | Michelin CrossClimate+ (2017) |
| Replaced by | - | Michelin CrossClimate 3 |
| Awards | - | Winner: Best All-Season Tyres (DriverReviews, 2024/25) Winner: All-Season SUV Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2024) Winner: All-Season Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2023) Winner: All-Season SUV Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2022) Winner: All-Season Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2022) |
| Price in the shared tests | The CrossClimate 2 was the dearer tyre in 2 of the 2 tests that listed prices, by 32.7% on average. Each test priced the tyres in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This head-to-head pits the budget-friendly Debica Navigator 3 against the benchmark premium all-season, Michelin CrossClimate 2, in 215/55 R17. Across two 2025 tests, Michelin consistently places higher (2nd vs 5th, and 2nd vs 3rd), signaling a performance gap-especially in emergency braking and winter capability.
Yet the story isn't one-sided. Debica counters with class-leading rolling resistance and surprising agility, edging Michelin in both dry and wet handling lap times. The choice here hinges on whether you value outright safety margins in braking and snow, or efficiency and low purchase price with stable, predictable behavior.
Conclusion
Michelin CrossClimate 2 is the safer, more rounded performer. It delivers clearly shorter braking on dry (≈10% shorter) and wet (≈8% shorter) surfaces, plus stronger snow results across braking, traction, and handling. Noise is a touch lower and straight-line aquaplaning resistance is better, underpinning its premium road confidence.
Debica Navigator 3 impresses with excellent value, best-in-test rolling resistance, and nimble handling in both dry and wet-useful for drivers who prioritize fuel economy and balanced, predictable dynamics. However, its longer wet and dry stopping distances are the key trade-off.
If maximum all-weather safety and winter assurance are priorities, choose Michelin. If you're budget-conscious and drive mostly in milder conditions while wanting low fuel consumption and stable manners, Debica makes strong sense.
Navigator 3 vs CrossClimate 2: your questions
Is the Debica Navigator 3 or the Michelin CrossClimate 2 the better tyre?
In the 2 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 finished ahead 2 times and the Navigator 3 not once. On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Navigator 3 scores 8 and the CrossClimate 2 9.5 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Navigator 3 or the CrossClimate 2?
The CrossClimate 2 led 3 of the 5 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 8.4% shorter in the wet across 2 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
Across the shared tests the dry measurements are split 2-2 between the Navigator 3 and the CrossClimate 2.
Which is better in snow?
The CrossClimate 2 led 5 of the 5 snow measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 5.4% shorter on snow across 2 tests.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 8.8/10 for the Navigator 3 and 8.3/10 for the CrossClimate 2.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Navigator 3 76% from 8 reviews and the CrossClimate 2 80% from 173. 86% of Navigator 3 owners would buy it again, against 73% for the CrossClimate 2.
Which is more expensive?
In the 2 tests that listed prices, the CrossClimate 2 was the dearer tyre in 2 of them, by 32.7% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Navigator 3 is made in 39 sizes (14 to 19 inch) and the CrossClimate 2 in 116 (15 to 22 inch). 29 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Navigator 3 is graded C for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the CrossClimate 2 B and C.
Which is the newer tyre?
The Navigator 3 is the newer design: it reached the market in 2021, the CrossClimate 2 in 2020. The Navigator 3 replaced the Debica Navigator 2. The CrossClimate 2 replaced the Michelin CrossClimate+.
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Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tyres ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
About the TR Score
The Tyre Reviews Score rates each tyre out of 10 from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold, so two tyres can be compared even before a test has run them together.
Who does the testing
Every test published as a Tyre Reviews test is run by Jonathan Benson, who has been testing tyres independently since 2007.
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