Michelin CrossClimate 2 AW - Test Results

Test Statistics

4

Tests Completed

3^rd

Average Position

1^st

Best Result

6^th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Michelin CrossClimate 2 AW - Official Image

Across four all-weather tests, the CrossClimate 2 AW consistently delivers top-tier overall results with one test win and an average position of 2.5. Its standout pattern is winter capability paired with strong aquaplaning resistance and dependable dry braking. Wet performance is generally good but not class-leading in several independent tests, and value/rolling economy tradeoffs appear test-dependent.
Snow and ice metrics are repeatedly near the top, helping it secure overall wins even when wet lap/brake metrics aren't best. One larger group test shows mid-pack wet handling subjectives, while another highlights excellent straight-line aquaplaning and rolling resistance. Pricing/value is a noted weak spot in at least one test.

Performance Strengths

Snow & Ice Performance Strong Details
• 1st snow braking and 2nd snow/ice metrics in 2024 TireRack (snow braking 1/11; snow handling 2/11; ice braking 2/11, +1.3% from best)
• Multiple top-3 snow results in 2025 C&D (snow braking 3/6; snow traction 3/6; snow circle 2/6)
• Top-3 across snow/ice in 2025 '7 BEST' (snow traction 2/8, +4.2%; snow handling 2/8, +5.6%; ice braking 2/8, +14.6%)
• 1st snow traction in 2024 Michelin internal comparison (93 N, 1/3)
Dry Braking & Overall Dry Security Strong Details
• Dry braking 2/11 (+3.3%) in 2024 TireRack
• Dry braking 2/6 (+11.7%) in 2025 C&D
• Dry braking 2/8 (+8.6%) in 2025 '7 BEST'
• Dry braking 1/3 in 2024 Michelin internal
Aquaplaning Resistance & Wet Stability Moderate Details
• Straight aquaplaning 1/7 in 2025 '7 BEST'; curved aquaplaning 3/7 (+7.4%)
• Wet handling 2/6 (+7.4%) and wet circle 2/6 (+14.3%) in 2025 C&D
Rolling Efficiency Moderate Details
• Rolling resistance 1/7 in 2025 '7 BEST'
Overall Awards/Consistency Strong Details
• Test winner 1/9 in 2025 '7 BEST'
• Average overall position 2.5 across 4 tests
• 1/3 overall in 2024 Michelin internal; 2/7 overall in 2025 C&D

Performance Weaknesses

Wet Braking & Subjective Wet Handling Moderate Details
• Wet braking mid-pack: 4/8 (+17.7%) and wet handling 4/8 (+4.4%) in 2025 '7 BEST'
• Subjective wet handling 6/11 (+9.3%) and objective wet handling 7/11 (+2.5%) in 2024 TireRack
• Wet braking 2/6 but +15% from best in 2025 C&D (gap to leader notable)
Snow Handling Consistency Minor Details
• Snow handling 6/6 (+21.8%) in 2025 C&D despite other snow metrics being top-3
Value/Pricing Moderate Details
• Value 7/7 (+42% from best) in 2025 '7 BEST'
Noise/Comfort Subjectives Minor Details
• Subjective comfort 5/7 (+15%) and noise 5/7 (+10%); external noise 72 dB (4/7, +2.4%) in 2025 '7 BEST'

Performance Over Time

Test History

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2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2

The Michelin CrossClimate2 lives up to its reputation as a benchmark, delivering a composed and comfortable road ride with light, eager steering. On the track, its straight-line traction is impress...

Strong:
Dry Braking, Ice Braking, Snow Braking, Snow Handling, Snow Traction

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2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato WeatherActive

Despite being five years old, the $232 Michelin CrossClimate2 demonstrated excellent all-around capability with its distinctive tread pattern. It dominated wet testing, finishing first in every obj...

Strong:
Dry Braking, Snow Circle, Wet Braking, Wet Circle, Wet Handling

Weak:
Snow Handling

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The 7 BEST All Weather Tyres Tested Winner

2025

The Michelin CrossClimate 2 AW might be getting on in years, but it is still the category leading all weather tyre. It somehow manages to blend the best grip in nearly all conditions with the lowes...

Strong:
Dry Braking, Subj. Dry Handling, Ice Braking, Snow Handling, Snow Traction, Rolling Resistance, Straight Aqua

Weak:
Value

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