Continental AllSeasonContact vs Michelin CrossClimate 2

This head-to-head pits two benchmark all-season touring tires against each other: Continental's AllSeasonContact and Michelin's CrossClimate 2. Across 11 shared tests from 2021-2024, both target year-round safety with low running costs, but they prioritise different strengths.

The Michelin consistently dominates dry braking and snow capability, collecting 10 overall test wins to Continental's 1. Continental counters with class-leading wet grip and aquaplaning stability at a lower price point. For drivers, the choice comes down to whether you value Michelin's winter-like bite and dry stopping security, or Continental's wet-road confidence and better value.
AllSeasonContact VS CrossClimate-2

Test Results

Independent comparison tire tests are the best source of data to get tire information from, and the good news is there have been eleven tests which compare both tires directly!

Summary of eleven total tests comparing both tires directly
TireTest WinsPerformance
Continental AllSeasonContactone
one wins
Michelin CrossClimate 2ten
ten wins

While it might look like the Michelin CrossClimate 2 is better than the Continental AllSeasonContact purely based on the higher number of test wins, tires are very complicated objects which means where one tire is better than the other can be more important in real world use.

Let's look at how the two tires compare across multiple tire test categories.

Key Strengths

  • Best-in-test consistency in wet: frequent wins in wet braking, wet handling and wet circle
  • Strong aquaplaning resistance (straight and curved), boosting confidence in heavy rain
  • Lower purchase price and solid value metrics in multiple tests
  • Competitive rolling resistance in several sizes for good fuel economy
  • Class-leading dry braking across all shared tests
  • Outstanding snow performance (traction, handling, slalom) rivaling winter tires
  • Quieter ride with consistently lower external noise readings
  • Generally low rolling resistance with strong overall efficiency

Dry Braking

Looking at data from eleven tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during eleven dry braking tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 stopped the vehicle in 10.08% less distance than the Continental AllSeasonContact.

Continental AllSeasonContact
42.95M
Michelin CrossClimate 2
38.62M
Dry braking in meters, lower is better

Best In Dry Braking: Michelin CrossClimate 2

2021 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test
215/65 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:43.6M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 38.2M
2021 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:39.99M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 36.9M
2021 All Season Tire Market Overview
225/50 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:42.3M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 37.6M
2021 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
225/50 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:42.3M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 37.6M
2022/23 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
225/45 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:41.6M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 38.6M
2022 All Season Tire Market Overview
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:45.8M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 39.9M
2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:45.8M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 39.9M
2022 Sport Auto All Season Tire Test
235/35 R19
Continental AllSeasonContact:42.3M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 38.2M
2023 TUV Report All Season Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:41.3M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 37.8M
2024 Sports Car All Season Tire Test
225/40 R18
Continental AllSeasonContact:42.1M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 38.4M
2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tire Test
235/55 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:45.4M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 41.7M

Dry Handling [s]

Looking at data from two tire tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact was better during one dry handling [s] tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact was 0.3% faster around a lap than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.

Continental AllSeasonContact
62.36s
Michelin CrossClimate 2
62.55s
Dry handling time in seconds, lower is better

Best In Dry Handling [s]: Continental AllSeasonContact

2021 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:45.91s Michelin CrossClimate 2: 45.8s
2022/23 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
225/45 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:78.8s Michelin CrossClimate 2: 79.3s

Dry Handling [Km/H]

Looking at data from six tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during five dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was 1.02% faster around a lap than the Continental AllSeasonContact.

Continental AllSeasonContact
98.63Km/H
Michelin CrossClimate 2
99.65Km/H
Dry Handling Average Speed, higher is better

Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Michelin CrossClimate 2

2021 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test
215/65 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:104.2Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 105.5Km/H
2021 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
225/50 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:89.6Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 91.1Km/H
2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:91.5Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 93.3Km/H
2022 Sport Auto All Season Tire Test
235/35 R19
Continental AllSeasonContact:121.8Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 122.9Km/H
2024 Sports Car All Season Tire Test
225/40 R18
Continental AllSeasonContact:89.6Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 90.1Km/H
2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tire Test
235/55 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:95.1Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 95Km/H

Wet Braking

Looking at data from eleven tire tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact was better during nine wet braking tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact stopped the vehicle in 2.08% less distance than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.

Continental AllSeasonContact
42.82M
Michelin CrossClimate 2
43.73M
Wet braking in meters, lower is better

Best In Wet Braking: Continental AllSeasonContact

2021 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test
215/65 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:48.3M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 52M
2021 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:27.59M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 26.48M
2021 All Season Tire Market Overview
225/50 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:53M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 53.9M
2021 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
225/50 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:53M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 53.9M
2022/23 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
225/45 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:33.2M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 32.2M
2022 All Season Tire Market Overview
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:48.9M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 49.2M
2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:48.9M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 49.2M
2022 Sport Auto All Season Tire Test
235/35 R19
Continental AllSeasonContact:34.5M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 35.6M
2023 TUV Report All Season Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:28.3M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 31.4M
2024 Sports Car All Season Tire Test
225/40 R18
Continental AllSeasonContact:45.3M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 46M
2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tire Test
235/55 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:50M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 51.1M

Wet Braking - Cool

Looking at data from one tire tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact was better during one wet braking - cool tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact stopped the vehicle in 1.2% less distance than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.

Continental AllSeasonContact
30.58M
Michelin CrossClimate 2
30.95M
Wet braking at cooler temperature in meters, lower is better

Best In Wet Braking - Cool: Continental AllSeasonContact

2021 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:30.58M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 30.95M

Wet Handling [s]

Looking at data from two tire tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact was better during one wet handling [s] tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact was 0.45% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.

Continental AllSeasonContact
74.49s
Michelin CrossClimate 2
74.83s
Wet handling time in seconds, lower is better

Best In Wet Handling [s]: Continental AllSeasonContact

2021 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:50.88s Michelin CrossClimate 2: 50.65s
2022/23 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
225/45 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:98.1s Michelin CrossClimate 2: 99s

Wet Handling [Km/H]

Looking at data from six tire tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact was better during five wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact was 2.17% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.

Continental AllSeasonContact
72.35Km/H
Michelin CrossClimate 2
70.78Km/H
Wet Handling Average Speed, higher is better

Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Continental AllSeasonContact

2021 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test
215/65 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:65.5Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 63.2Km/H
2021 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
225/50 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:73.6Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 72.3Km/H
2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:72.6Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 71.8Km/H
2022 Sport Auto All Season Tire Test
235/35 R19
Continental AllSeasonContact:72.1Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 69.9Km/H
2024 Sports Car All Season Tire Test
225/40 R18
Continental AllSeasonContact:73Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 73.3Km/H
2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tire Test
235/55 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:77.3Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 74.2Km/H

Wet Circle

Looking at data from two tire tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact was better during two wet circle tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact had 5.32% higher lateral wet grip than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.

Continental AllSeasonContact
7.33m/s
Michelin CrossClimate 2
6.94m/s
Lateral wet grip in m/s squared, higher is better

Best In Wet Circle: Continental AllSeasonContact

2022 Sport Auto All Season Tire Test
235/35 R19
Continental AllSeasonContact:7.99m/s Michelin CrossClimate 2: 7.71m/s
2023 TUV Report All Season Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:6.66m/s Michelin CrossClimate 2: 6.17m/s

Straight Aqua

Looking at data from nine tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during five straight aqua tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 floated at a 1.85% higher speed than the Continental AllSeasonContact.

Continental AllSeasonContact
82.43Km/H
Michelin CrossClimate 2
83.98Km/H
Float Speed in Km/H, higher is better

Best In Straight Aqua: Michelin CrossClimate 2

2021 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test
215/65 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:86Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 82Km/H
2021 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:87.8Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 92.2Km/H
2021 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
225/50 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:93.3Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 93.1Km/H
2022/23 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
225/45 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:78.3Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 78.8Km/H
2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:78.4Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 80.5Km/H
2022 Sport Auto All Season Tire Test
235/35 R19
Continental AllSeasonContact:72.4Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 71.4Km/H
2023 TUV Report All Season Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:88.8Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 88.4Km/H
2024 Sports Car All Season Tire Test
225/40 R18
Continental AllSeasonContact:71.7Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 78.4Km/H
2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tire Test
235/55 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:85.2Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 91Km/H

Curved Aquaplaning

Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact was better during five curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact slipped out at a 0.64% higher speed than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.

Continental AllSeasonContact
15.51m/sec2
Michelin CrossClimate 2
15.41m/sec2
Remaining lateral acceleration, higher is better

Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Continental AllSeasonContact

2021 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test
215/65 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:4.8m/sec2 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 4.43m/sec2
2021 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:86.8m/sec2 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 87m/sec2
2021 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
225/50 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:2.68m/sec2 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 2.52m/sec2
2022/23 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
225/45 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:6.7m/sec2 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 6.5m/sec2
2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:3.08m/sec2 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 3.01m/sec2
2022 Sport Auto All Season Tire Test
235/35 R19
Continental AllSeasonContact:2.42m/sec2 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 2.03m/sec2
2024 Sports Car All Season Tire Test
225/40 R18
Continental AllSeasonContact:2.07m/sec2 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 2.35m/sec2

Snow Braking

Looking at data from nine tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during six snow braking tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 stopped the vehicle in 2.02% less distance than the Continental AllSeasonContact.

Continental AllSeasonContact
25.25M
Michelin CrossClimate 2
24.74M
Snow braking in meters, lower is better

Best In Snow Braking: Michelin CrossClimate 2

2021 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test
215/65 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:23.9M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 24.4M
2021 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:16.91M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 17.33M
2021 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
225/50 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:26.1M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 27M
2022/23 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
225/45 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:32.4M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 31.1M
2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:27.7M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 27.3M
2022 Sport Auto All Season Tire Test
235/35 R19
Continental AllSeasonContact:28.8M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 26.3M
2023 TUV Report All Season Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:18M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 17.1M
2024 Sports Car All Season Tire Test
225/40 R18
Continental AllSeasonContact:24.6M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 23.9M
2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tire Test
235/55 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:28.8M Michelin CrossClimate 2: 28.2M

Snow Traction

Looking at data from three tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during three snow traction tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 accelerated 11.97% faster than the Continental AllSeasonContact.

Continental AllSeasonContact
5.68s
Michelin CrossClimate 2
5s
Snow acceleration time, lower is better

Best In Snow Traction: Michelin CrossClimate 2

2021 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:5.85s Michelin CrossClimate 2: 5.45s
2022/23 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
225/45 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:6.8s Michelin CrossClimate 2: 5.5s
2023 TUV Report All Season Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:4.4s Michelin CrossClimate 2: 4.05s

Snow Traction

Looking at data from five tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during five snow traction tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 had 4.73% better snow traction than the Continental AllSeasonContact.

Continental AllSeasonContact
3115.6N
Michelin CrossClimate 2
3270.2N
Pulling Force in Newtons, higher is better

Best In Snow Traction: Michelin CrossClimate 2

2021 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test
215/65 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:3486N Michelin CrossClimate 2: 3493N
2021 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
225/50 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:2666N Michelin CrossClimate 2: 2995N
2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:2502N Michelin CrossClimate 2: 2574N
2024 Sports Car All Season Tire Test
225/40 R18
Continental AllSeasonContact:2559N Michelin CrossClimate 2: 2767N
2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tire Test
235/55 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:4365N Michelin CrossClimate 2: 4522N

Snow Handling [s]

Looking at data from two tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one snow handling [s] tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was 2.64% faster around a lap than the Continental AllSeasonContact.

Continental AllSeasonContact
102.35s
Michelin CrossClimate 2
99.65s
Snow handling time in seconds, lower is better

Best In Snow Handling [s]: Michelin CrossClimate 2

2021 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:89.19s Michelin CrossClimate 2: 89.29s
2022/23 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
225/45 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:115.5s Michelin CrossClimate 2: 110s

Snow Handling [Km/H]

Looking at data from six tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during three snow handling [km/h] tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was 1.26% faster around a lap than the Continental AllSeasonContact.

Continental AllSeasonContact
51.07Km/H
Michelin CrossClimate 2
51.72Km/H
Snow handling average speed, higher is better

Best In Snow Handling [Km/H]: Michelin CrossClimate 2

2021 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test
215/65 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:43.4Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 43.4Km/H
2021 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
225/50 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:41.3Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 41.3Km/H
2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:57.3Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 57Km/H
2022 Sport Auto All Season Tire Test
235/35 R19
Continental AllSeasonContact:46.2Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 47.7Km/H
2024 Sports Car All Season Tire Test
225/40 R18
Continental AllSeasonContact:56.1Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 57.5Km/H
2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tire Test
235/55 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:62.1Km/H Michelin CrossClimate 2: 63.4Km/H

Subj. Snow Handling

Looking at data from one tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one subj. snow handling tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 scored 9.05% more points than the Continental AllSeasonContact.

Continental AllSeasonContact
7.24 Points
Michelin CrossClimate 2
7.96 Points
Subjective Snow Handling Score, higher is better

Best In Subj. Snow Handling: Michelin CrossClimate 2

2023 TUV Report All Season Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:7.24 Points Michelin CrossClimate 2: 7.96 Points

Snow Circle

Looking at data from one tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one snow circle tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 provided 4.46% more lateral grip than the Continental AllSeasonContact.

Continental AllSeasonContact
3.43ms/2
Michelin CrossClimate 2
3.59ms/2
Lateral snow grip in m/s squared, higher is better

Best In Snow Circle: Michelin CrossClimate 2

2023 TUV Report All Season Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:3.43ms/2 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 3.59ms/2

Snow Slalom

Looking at data from four tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during four snow slalom tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was 4.37% faster through a slalom than the Continental AllSeasonContact.

Continental AllSeasonContact
4.16m/sec2
Michelin CrossClimate 2
4.35m/sec2
Lateral acceleration, higher is better

Best In Snow Slalom: Michelin CrossClimate 2

2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:4.5m/sec2 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 4.6m/sec2
2022 Sport Auto All Season Tire Test
235/35 R19
Continental AllSeasonContact:3.19m/sec2 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 3.41m/sec2
2024 Sports Car All Season Tire Test
225/40 R18
Continental AllSeasonContact:4.31m/sec2 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 4.42m/sec2
2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tire Test
235/55 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:4.63m/sec2 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 4.97m/sec2

Subj. Comfort

Looking at data from one tire tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact and Michelin CrossClimate 2 performed equally well in subj. comfort tests.

Continental AllSeasonContact
9.5 Points
Michelin CrossClimate 2
9.5 Points
Subjective Comfort Score, higher is better

Best In Subj. Comfort: Both tires performed equally well

2021 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:9.5 Points Michelin CrossClimate 2: 9.5 Points

Noise

Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during seven noise tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 measured 1.83% quieter than the Continental AllSeasonContact.

Continental AllSeasonContact
72.74dB
Michelin CrossClimate 2
71.41dB
External noise in dB, lower is better

Best In Noise: Michelin CrossClimate 2

2021 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test
215/65 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:72.7dB Michelin CrossClimate 2: 72.5dB
2021 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:71.4dB Michelin CrossClimate 2: 69.1dB
2021 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
225/50 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:72.6dB Michelin CrossClimate 2: 72dB
2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:72.7dB Michelin CrossClimate 2: 71.6dB
2022 Sport Auto All Season Tire Test
235/35 R19
Continental AllSeasonContact:73.1dB Michelin CrossClimate 2: 72.1dB
2024 Sports Car All Season Tire Test
225/40 R18
Continental AllSeasonContact:74.4dB Michelin CrossClimate 2: 71.9dB
2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tire Test
235/55 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:72.3dB Michelin CrossClimate 2: 70.7dB

Noise

Looking at data from one tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one noise tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 measured 0.14% quieter than the Continental AllSeasonContact.

Continental AllSeasonContact
69.7dB
Michelin CrossClimate 2
69.6dB
Internal noise in dB, lower is better

Best In Noise: Michelin CrossClimate 2

2022/23 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
225/45 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:69.7dB Michelin CrossClimate 2: 69.6dB

Tire Weight

Looking at data from one tire tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact was better during one tire weight tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact weighed 5.34% less than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.

Continental AllSeasonContact
7518Kg
Michelin CrossClimate 2
7942Kg
Tire Weight Per Set, lower is better

Best In Tire Weight: Continental AllSeasonContact

2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:7518Kg Michelin CrossClimate 2: 7942Kg

Wear

Looking at data from two tire tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact was better during one wear tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact is predicted to cover 0.35% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.

Continental AllSeasonContact
42273KM
Michelin CrossClimate 2
42123.5KM
Predicted tread life in KM, higher is better

Best In Wear: Continental AllSeasonContact

2021 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
225/50 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:43549KM Michelin CrossClimate 2: 40407KM
2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:40997KM Michelin CrossClimate 2: 43840KM

Value

Looking at data from two tire tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact was better during two value tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact proved to have a 6.16% better value based on price/1000km than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.

Continental AllSeasonContact
13.1Price/1000
Michelin CrossClimate 2
13.96Price/1000
Euros/1000km based on cost/wear, lower is better

Best In Value: Continental AllSeasonContact

2021 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
225/50 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:14.12Price/1000 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 15.72Price/1000
2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:12.07Price/1000 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 12.2Price/1000

Price

Looking at data from six tire tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact was better during six price tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact cost 7.7% less than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.

Continental AllSeasonContact
427.33
Michelin CrossClimate 2
463
Price in local currency, lower is better

Best In Price: Continental AllSeasonContact

2021 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test
215/65 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:545 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 580
2021 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
225/50 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:615 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 635
2022/23 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
225/45 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:91 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 104.99
2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:495 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 535
2022 Sport Auto All Season Tire Test
235/35 R19
Continental AllSeasonContact:193 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 208
2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tire Test
235/55 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:625 Michelin CrossClimate 2: 715

Rolling Resistance

Looking at data from eight tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during six rolling resistance tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 had a 2.24% lower rolling resistance than the Continental AllSeasonContact.

Continental AllSeasonContact
7.6kg / t
Michelin CrossClimate 2
7.43kg / t
Rolling resistance in kg t, lower is better

Best In Rolling Resistance: Michelin CrossClimate 2

2021 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test
215/65 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:7.2kg / t Michelin CrossClimate 2: 7.11kg / t
2021 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
205/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:7.82kg / t Michelin CrossClimate 2: 7.66kg / t
2021 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
225/50 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:7.66kg / t Michelin CrossClimate 2: 7.17kg / t
2022/23 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test
225/45 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:8.1kg / t Michelin CrossClimate 2: 7.9kg / t
2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:7.13kg / t Michelin CrossClimate 2: 7.24kg / t
2022 Sport Auto All Season Tire Test
235/35 R19
Continental AllSeasonContact:7.5kg / t Michelin CrossClimate 2: 7.6kg / t
2024 Sports Car All Season Tire Test
225/40 R18
Continental AllSeasonContact:8.44kg / t Michelin CrossClimate 2: 7.98kg / t
2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tire Test
235/55 R17
Continental AllSeasonContact:6.97kg / t Michelin CrossClimate 2: 6.75kg / t

Fuel Consumption

Looking at data from one tire tests, the Continental AllSeasonContact was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Continental AllSeasonContact used 6.17% less fuel than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.

Continental AllSeasonContact
5.32l/100km
Michelin CrossClimate 2
5.67l/100km
Fuel consumption in Litres per 100 km, lower is better

Best In Fuel Consumption: Continental AllSeasonContact

2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:5.32l/100km Michelin CrossClimate 2: 5.67l/100km

Abrasion

Looking at data from one tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 emitted 33.18% less particle wear matter than the Continental AllSeasonContact.

Continental AllSeasonContact
21.4Gram/1000km
Michelin CrossClimate 2
14.3Gram/1000km
Weight of Tire Wear Particles Lost (Gram/1000km), lower is better

Best In Abrasion: Michelin CrossClimate 2

2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
195/55 R16
Continental AllSeasonContact:21.4Gram/1000km Michelin CrossClimate 2: 14.3Gram/1000km

Real World Driver Reviews

Continental AllSeasonContact Driver Reviews

Continental AllSeasonContact is widely praised for excellent wet and snow grip, low cabin noise, and improved comfort, with many noting balanced, predictable handling and solid wear for an all-season. Dry grip is adequate for normal driving but can feel mushy or understeery in hot weather, and a minority report faster wear in heat and reduced wet traction as the tire ages. Overall sentiment is strongly positive given the high number of high-scoring reviews.

Based on 38 reviews with an average rating of 82%

Michelin CrossClimate 2 Driver Reviews

Drivers largely praise the Michelin CrossClimate 2 for confident all-weather capability—especially snow/ice traction—plus strong wet safety, good dry grip for its class, and impressive comfort/low noise on many cars. A minority report drawbacks such as increased road noise on certain surfaces, mixed wet handling once worn or in specific vehicles, higher price, small fuel-efficiency penalties, and occasional faster or uneven wear. Overall, the CrossClimate 2 is viewed as a safe, year-round choice with standout winter performance.

Based on 128 reviews with an average rating of 81%

Best Review for the Continental AllSeasonContact
Given 90% 225/45 R17 on mostly country roads for 190 spirited miles
Initially tested on very wet and slushy country roads and additionally on 5-10 cm compacted snow in the mountains. Tires appeared to perform as well in these conditions as my full winter tires (Nokian WR D4). Dry braking performance in the 0-8 degree range seems very good but fast cornering and general dry handling was lacking a little to my summer Pirelli's when the temperatures were nearer 8 degrees. Still sufficient dry handling for all but the most spirited of drives I would say. Early impressions are good, more winter and dry testing needed but the wet performance has been exemplary.... Continue reading this review using the link below
Helpful 815 - tire reviewed on December 18, 2017
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Best Review for the Michelin CrossClimate 2
Given 81% 235/50 R18 on a combination of roads for 5,000 average miles
Car = 2014 Infiniti Q60 AWD (aka G37 Coupe / CV36 Skyline - RWD bias ATTESA AWD) Overall, pleased with the tire as I wanted a comfortable tire with long tread life and a true "All-Season" tire for the winter months as I have not yet purchased a set of dedicated summer wheels/tires yet. Coming from previous Michelin Pilot Sport AS3+ which lasted around 52k of 45k mile rating with sometimes spirited driving, so have no reason to doubt Michelin's tread ware claims, at least on my vehicle. Handling in the dry, the AS3+ was better when taking curves/turns and activated the VDC/TCS less often,... Continue reading this review using the link below
Helpful 831 - tire reviewed on May 13, 2021
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Conclusion

The data show a clear pattern: Michelin CrossClimate 2 is the performance leader overall, especially where it matters for emergency stops in the dry (11/11 wins) and in wintry conditions (wins in snow traction, handling, and slalom). It also runs quieter and often matches or beats Continental on rolling resistance. If you regularly see snow or prize the shortest dry stops and refined comfort, Michelin is the safer, more rounded pick.

Continental AllSeasonContact shines in the rain. It wins the majority of wet braking, wet handling and aquaplaning tests (straight and curved), often by meaningful margins, while undercutting Michelin on price in most sizes. If your climate is predominantly mild and wet, and you value stability in standing water plus lower purchase cost, Continental delivers strong real-world security and value.

Bottom line: Michelin for four-season breadth with a winter bias and top-tier dry stopping; Continental for wet-weather assurance and budget-friendlier ownership.
Key Differences
  • Overall wins: Michelin 10 vs Continental 1, highlighting broader performance dominance
  • Dry braking: Michelin leads every test (often 7-13% shorter) for superior emergency stopping
  • Wet performance: Continental usually brakes and handles better in the wet and resists aquaplaning more
  • Snow capability: Michelin is stronger in traction and handling; Continental occasionally edges snow braking
  • Noise: Michelin is typically 1-3 dB quieter, adding refinement
  • Price/value: Continental is regularly 6-13% cheaper with better value scores in multiple tests
Michelin CrossClimate 2

Overall Winner: Michelin CrossClimate 2

Based on the tire 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 tire has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tire buying choice.

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Footnote

This page has been developed using tire industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tires in the same test.

Why is this important? Tire 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 tire test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tire tests performed on different days or at different locations.

As a result you will see other tests on Tire 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 tire comparison, Tire Reviews doesn't.