Tested 2 times by independent publications, the Michelin X Ice Xi3 averages a finish of 11th.
2020 Consumer Reports North America Winter Tyre Test P5 of 17
Strong winter performance, low rolling resistance, and a quiet ride are highlights of this tire. It gets a Very Good rating for resisting hydroplaning, and its Excellent rating for rolling resistance can help improve fuel economy.
The same record for the tyre it replaced and the tyre that replaced it.
| Tyre | Tests | Wins | Avg finish | Field beaten |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michelin X Ice Xi3 This tyre | 2 | 0 | 11th | 38% |
| Michelin X Ice Snow Successor | 14 | 2 | 4th | 49% |
Drawn from 2 tests. Updated October 28, 2026.
The Michelin X Ice Xi3 performed well in its relevant winter comparison, finishing fifth of 17 in the 2020 Consumer Reports North America test in 215/60 R16. Testers highlighted strong winter performance, a quiet ride and low rolling resistance. Hydroplaning resistance earned Very Good, while rolling resistance received Excellent. Both test accounts praise quiet running, with comfort also noted favourably in the separate warm-weather comparison.
The 2014 Test World result needs different interpretation: this Nordic winter tyre was entered against summer tyres in 205/55 R16 and finished last of 16 in warmer conditions. Its stopping distance was nearly 15 metres longer than the best summer tyre and 6.7 metres longer than the worst summer tyre. That does not measure its standing among winter alternatives, but it does illustrate the compromise in year-round use. The winter and summer placings therefore should not be averaged into a single like-for-like performance verdict. Its record supports winter use with good refinement and efficiency, while the warm-weather comparison cautions against treating those qualities as a substitute for suitable summer performance.
a quiet ride are highlights of this tire- 2020 Consumer Reports North America Winter Tyre Test (2020)
their noise and comfort advantages!- 2014 Test World Summer Tyre Test (2014)
Excellent rating for rolling resistance- 2020 Consumer Reports North America Winter Tyre Test (2020)
Very Good rating for resisting hydroplaning- 2020 Consumer Reports North America Winter Tyre Test (2020)
Strong winter performance- 2020 Consumer Reports North America Winter Tyre Test (2020)
This shows northern Europe winter tyres should not be used year round, despite their noise and comfort advantages!- 2014 Test World Summer Tyre Test (2014)
stopping nearly 15 meters later than the best summer tyre- 2014 Test World Summer Tyre Test (2014)
Every tester write-up on the Michelin X Ice Xi3 (2 tests) and 13 owner reviews were tagged for the aspects they judge. Where both have spoken, this is how they line up.
Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.
Strong winter performance, low rolling resistance, and a quiet ride are highlights of this tire. It gets a Very Good rating for resisting hydroplaning, and its Excellent rating for rolling resistance can help improve fuel economy.
The Michelin X Ice Xi3 is a full nordic winter tyre. While this tyre scores extremely well in extreme winter tests, it is no match for the summer tyres in the warmer conditions, stopping nearly 15 meters later than the best summer tyre, and 6.7 meters after the worst summer tyre. This shows northern Europe winter tyres should not be used year round, despite their noise and comfort advantages!
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