Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Vredestein Quatrac Pro
Michelin dominates overall results (7 test wins vs 1) by leveraging exceptional snow ability, class-leading dry braking, and very low rolling resistance with strong aquaplaning safety. Vredestein counters with repeatable wet-grip excellence and a notably lower purchase price. Drivers choosing between them will be weighing all-weather assurance and efficiency (Michelin) against wet-road pace and value (Vredestein).
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 eight tests which compare both tires directly!
| Tire | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Michelin CrossClimate 2 | seven | |
| Vredestein Quatrac Pro | one |
While it might look like the Michelin CrossClimate 2 is better than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro 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-class dry braking across all tests
- Outstanding snow performance (braking, handling, traction)
- High aquaplaning resistance (straight and curved)
- Low rolling resistance and strong wear for better efficiency
- Category-leading wet braking and wet handling
- Precise, stable feel in the wet and dry
- Lower external noise in many tests
- Significantly lower purchase price
Dry Braking
Looking at data from eight tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during eight dry braking tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 stopped the vehicle in 9.39% less distance than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro.
Best In Dry Braking: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one dry handling [s] tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was 1% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Michelin CrossClimate 2
See how the Dry Handling winner was calculated >>
Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Vredestein Quatrac Pro was better during three dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac Pro was 0.04% faster around a lap than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Vredestein Quatrac Pro
See how the Dry Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Braking
Looking at data from eight tire tests, the Vredestein Quatrac Pro was better during seven wet braking tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac Pro stopped the vehicle in 5.26% less distance than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Wet Braking: Vredestein Quatrac Pro
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Vredestein Quatrac Pro was better during one wet handling [s] tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac Pro was 2.42% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Vredestein Quatrac Pro
See how the Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Vredestein Quatrac Pro was better during five wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac Pro was 3.62% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Vredestein Quatrac Pro
See how the Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Circle
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Vredestein Quatrac Pro was better during two wet circle tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac Pro had 3.84% higher lateral wet grip than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Wet Circle: Vredestein Quatrac Pro
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during seven straight aqua tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 floated at a 6.45% higher speed than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro.
Best In Straight Aqua: Michelin CrossClimate 2
See how the Straight Aqua winner was calculated >>
Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during five curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 slipped out at a 7.58% higher speed than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Michelin CrossClimate 2
See how the Curved Aquaplaning winner was calculated >>
Snow Braking
Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during six snow braking tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 stopped the vehicle in 6.77% less distance than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro.
Best In Snow Braking: Michelin CrossClimate 2
See how the Snow Braking winner was calculated >>
Snow Traction
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one snow traction tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 accelerated 29.49% faster than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro.
Best In Snow Traction: Michelin CrossClimate 2
See how the Snow Traction winner was calculated >>
Snow Traction
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during four snow traction tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 had 4.47% better snow traction than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro.
Best In Snow Traction: Michelin CrossClimate 2
See how the Snow Traction winner was calculated >>
Snow Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one snow handling [s] tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was 8.33% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro.
Best In Snow Handling [s]: Michelin CrossClimate 2
See how the Snow Handling winner was calculated >>
Snow Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during six snow handling [km/h] tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was 3.64% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro.
Best In Snow Handling [Km/H]: Michelin CrossClimate 2
See how the Snow Handling winner was calculated >>
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 8.39% more lateral grip than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro.
Best In Snow Circle: Michelin CrossClimate 2
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Snow Slalom
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during three snow slalom tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was 10.3% faster through a slalom than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro.
Best In Snow Slalom: Michelin CrossClimate 2
See how the Snow Slalom winner was calculated >>
Noise
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Vredestein Quatrac Pro was better during four noise tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac Pro measured 0.18% quieter than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Noise: Vredestein Quatrac Pro
See how the Noise winner was calculated >>
Noise
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Vredestein Quatrac Pro was better during one noise tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac Pro measured 0.43% quieter than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Noise: Vredestein Quatrac Pro
See how the Noise winner was calculated >>
Wear
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during one wear tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 is predicted to cover 14.37% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro.
Best In Wear: Michelin CrossClimate 2
See how the Wear winner was calculated >>
Value
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Vredestein Quatrac Pro was better during one value tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac Pro proved to have a 13.61% better value based on price/1000km than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Value: Vredestein Quatrac Pro
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Price
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Vredestein Quatrac Pro was better during six price tests. On average the Vredestein Quatrac Pro cost 19.15% less than the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
Best In Price: Vredestein Quatrac Pro
See how the Price winner was calculated >>
Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 was better during seven rolling resistance tests. On average the Michelin CrossClimate 2 had a 15.63% lower rolling resistance than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Michelin CrossClimate 2
See how the Rolling Resistance winner was calculated >>
Real World Driver Reviews
Michelin CrossClimate 2 Driver Reviews
Across 129 reviews, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 is most often described as a highly confidence-inspiring all-weather tire with standout snow/slush capability and strong dry braking/handling for its category, letting many drivers avoid seasonal tire swaps. Comfort and cabin refinement are frequently praised, with many finding it quieter and smoother than prior summer or OEM tires, and tread life is commonly reported as good when aligned/rotated. The main recurring drawbacks are mixed wet-road feedback (a meaningful minority report reduced wet grip or aquaplaning confidence, sometimes worsening with wear), plus reports of higher noise on certain surfaces/with age, a small fuel/EV range penalty, and premium pricing.
Based on 140 reviews with an average rating of 81%
Vredestein Quatrac Pro Driver Reviews
Drivers largely praise the Vredestein Quatrac Pro for excellent wet and dry grip, low noise, and comfortable ride, with many noting strong confidence in typical UK/European winters and acceptable snow ability for milder climates. Several high-scoring reviews highlight stability, feedback, and aquaplaning resistance, though a minority report weak snow/ice traction on certain RWD cars and some fuel economy penalties. A smaller set cite faster tread wear or performance drop-off over time, but most users report good longevity and consistent performance. Overall sentiment is strongly positive for the Quatrac Pro as an all-season choice.
Based on 44 reviews with an average rating of 79%
Conclusion
The Quatrac Pro shines where it's designed to: wet braking and wet handling, frequently topping Michelin by 5-8% and feeling more composed at the limit, plus it's quieter and typically 12-25% cheaper. If your climate is mild-to-wet with little snow, you value wet-road agility, and want to save upfront, Vredestein is compelling. For four-season security including real snow, shorter dry stops, superior aquaplaning safety, and efficiency, Michelin is the safer, more rounded choice-and the consistent test winner.
Key Differences
- Overall results: Michelin wins 7/8 shared tests; Vredestein wins 1
- Dry braking: Michelin leads every test (often 6-12% shorter)
- Wet performance: Vredestein wins 7/8 wet braking and 6/7 wet handling results
- Snow capability: Michelin dominates braking/handling/traction by sizable margins
- Aquaplaning: Michelin consistently higher straight and curved aquaplaning speeds
- Efficiency and longevity: Michelin lower rolling resistance (wins 7/7) and better wear; Vredestein cheaper to buy (wins price 6/6)
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.Similar Comparisons
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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.