Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Vredestein Quatrac Pro
- TR Score
- 9.5/10
- Owners say
- 80% · 173
- TR Score
- 8.0/10
- Owners say
- 82% · 47
In the 8 independent tests that ran both tires, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 finished ahead 7 times and the Quatrac Pro once. The CrossClimate 2 had 15.3% lower rolling resistance; the Quatrac Pro stopped 5.5% shorter in the wet.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Michelin CrossClimate 2 for true all-weather capability including regular snow, shortest dry stops, top-tier aquaplaning safety, and better fuel/EV range. Choose Vredestein Quatrac Pro if you drive mainly in mild, wet conditions, prioritize wet-road grip and sporty feel, and want a lower upfront price.
Where the CrossClimate 2 is stronger
- Best-in-class dry braking across all tests
- Outstanding snow performance (braking, handling, traction)
- High aquaplaning resistance (straight and curved)
Where the Quatrac Pro is stronger
- Category-leading wet braking and wet handling
- Precise, stable feel in the wet and dry
- Lower external noise in many tests
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.
CrossClimate 2 vs Quatrac Pro at a glance
| Category | CrossClimate 2 | Gap | Quatrac Pro |
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| Shared tests won8 shared tests | 7 | 1 | |
| Dry15 measurements | 12 | The CrossClimate 2 stopped 9.3% shorter in the dry (8 tests) | 3 |
| Wet33 measurements | 15 | The Quatrac Pro stopped 5.5% shorter in the wet (8 tests) | 18 |
| Snow24 measurements | 22 | The CrossClimate 2 stopped 6.2% shorter on snow (7 tests) | 2 |
| Comfort7 measurements | 2 | 5 | |
| Value8 measurements | 8 | The CrossClimate 2 had 15.3% lower rolling resistance (7 tests) | 0 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.5/10 | The CrossClimate 2 by 1.5 | 8.0/10 |
| Owner rating173 and 47 reviews | 80% | The Quatrac Pro by 2 points | 82% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 73% | The Quatrac Pro by 9 points | 82% |
| Pricein the 6 tests that listed prices | +23.5% | The CrossClimate 2 was dearer in 6 of 6 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 116 | 61 sizes made in both | 97 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tires; a tick marks the tire 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 8 tests, 2021 to 2024
Each row is one published test in which both tires ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | CrossClimate 2 | Field | Quatrac Pro |
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| 2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tire Test | P1 of 12 | P6 of 12 | |
| 2024 Sports Car All Season Tire Test | P2 of 11 | P9 of 11 | |
| 2024 Motorhome Camper Van All Season Tire Test | P2 of 8 | P5 of 8 | |
| 2022 Sport Auto All Season Tire Test | P1 of 7 | P2 of 7 | |
| 2022/23 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test | P1 of 10 | P7 of 10 | |
| 2021 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test | P7 of 16 | P4 of 16 | |
| 2021 All Season Tire Market Overview | P1 of 32 | P2 of 32 | |
| 2021 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test | P2 of 10 | P6 of 10 |
Performance profile
14 measurements from the 8 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
CrossClimate 2
Quatrac Pro
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 118 ft stop against 112 ft is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 92%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 6 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
CrossClimate 2
Quatrac Pro
Not ahead in any category
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
CrossClimate 2
Quatrac Pro
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the CrossClimate 2 80% from 173 reviews and the Quatrac Pro 82% from 47. 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 tires 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.
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| 43.7 | 3.8% | 45.4 | 1-5 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 15.7 | 3.8% | 16.3 | 0-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 15.03 | 2.4% | 14.67 | 1-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 50.8 | 7.1% | 47.5 | 7-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 11.7 | 7.8% | 10.8 | 5-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 5.5 | 29.5% | 7.8 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 31.9 | 3.8% | 30.7 | 6-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 10.6 | 9.2% | 9.7 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 25,108 | 16.8% | 21,499 | 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 tires 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 Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the CrossClimate 2 scores 9.5 and the Quatrac Pro 8 out of 10.
| CrossClimate 2 | Category | Quatrac Pro | ||
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| 95 | Dry | 26 | ||
| 75 | Wet | 48 | ||
| 82 | Comfort | 73 | ||
| 84 | Value | - | ||
| 94 | Snow | 77 | ||
| 47 | Ice | - | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| CrossClimate 2 | Category | Quatrac Pro | ||
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| 8.6 | Dry Grip | 8.6 | ||
| 7.9 | Wet Grip | 8.7 | ||
| 7.6 | Road Feedback | 8.3 | ||
| 7.5 | Handling | 7.8 | ||
| 8.4 | Wear | 7.7 | ||
| 8.3 | Comfort | 8.9 | ||
| 8.4 | Snow Grip | 6.7 | ||
| 7.5 | Ice Grip | 6.3 | ||
Owners rate the CrossClimate 2 80% from 173 reviews and the Quatrac Pro 82% from 47. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
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 tire. 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 tire 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.
Vredestein Quatrac Pro
- 82%from 47 reviews
- 82%would buy again
- 355,321 milesdriven by reviewers
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.
- wet grip
- dry grip
- low noise
- ride comfort
- reduced snow/ice traction in some cases
- fuel economy penalty
- faster tread wear for some users
Summarised by AI from 40 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 47 Quatrac Pro reviewsFantastic all season tire. Always felt secure although moving off on ice made the tire scrabble, moderating my driving to the conditions sorted this. Over 27k miles driven & still loads of tread (av 3 fronts, 6 rears). VW Taigo a fairly light car though. Mixed roads & long trips & all conditions. Better than Bridgestone A/s on previous car (Kia Ceed) which cupped & wore badly. Personally feel the asymetric tread pattern is superior. Comfortable & quiet tire.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 116 sizes of the CrossClimate 2 and 97 of the Quatrac Pro, 61 of them made in both.
| Category | CrossClimate 2 | Quatrac Pro |
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| Season | All Season | All Season |
| Sizes made | 116 sizes, 15 to 22 inch | 97 sizes, 17 to 22 inch |
| Made in both | 61 sizes 205/40 R17205/45 R17205/50 R17205/55 R17215/40 R17215/45 R17215/50 R17215/55 R17215/60 R17215/65 R17225/45 R17225/50 R17and 49 more | |
| EU label wet grip | B81%C19% | B100% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C55%B33%D11%A1% | C53%D38%B8%A1% |
| EU label noise | 69-73 dB B78%A22% | 70-75 dB B100% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 176 of 176 | 195 of 195 |
| On the market since | 2020 | 2018 |
| Replaced | Michelin CrossClimate+ (2017) | Vredestein Quatrac 5 (2014) |
| Replaced by | Michelin CrossClimate 3 | Vredestein Quatrac Pro 2 |
| Awards | Winner: Best All-Season Tires (DriverReviews, 2024/25) Winner: All-Season SUV Tire of the Year (WhatTire, 2024) Winner: All-Season Tire of the Year (WhatTire, 2023) Winner: All-Season SUV Tire of the Year (WhatTire, 2022) Winner: All-Season Tire of the Year (WhatTire, 2022) | Highly Recommended: Best All-Season SUV Tires (DriverReviews, 2024/25) |
| Price in the shared tests | The CrossClimate 2 was the dearer tire in 6 of the 6 tests that listed prices, by 23.5% on average. Each test priced the tires 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 two standout all-season options with very different briefs: the Michelin CrossClimate 2, a premium touring tire famed for winter-capable all-season performance, versus the Vredestein Quatrac Pro, an ultra-high-performance all-season tuned for sharp wet and dry dynamics. Across eight shared tests from 2021-2024, their personalities are clear and consistent.
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).
Conclusion
The data shows a decisive overall edge for the CrossClimate 2: it wins all dry braking categories, most snow metrics by meaningful margins (often 5-15%), leads straight and curved aquaplaning, and delivers lower rolling resistance and better wear. Those strengths translate to confident stopping, secure winter travel, and better efficiency-key for mixed-climate motorists and high-mileage drivers.
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.
CrossClimate 2 vs Quatrac Pro: your questions
Is the Michelin CrossClimate 2 or the Vredestein Quatrac Pro the better tire?
In the 8 independent tests that ran both tires, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 finished ahead 7 times and the Quatrac Pro once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the CrossClimate 2 scores 9.5 and the Quatrac Pro 8 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the CrossClimate 2 or the Quatrac Pro?
The Quatrac Pro led 18 of the 33 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 5.5% shorter in the wet across 8 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The CrossClimate 2 led 12 of the 15 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 9.3% shorter in the dry across 8 tests.
Which is better in snow?
The CrossClimate 2 led 22 of the 24 snow measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 6.2% shorter on snow across 7 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The CrossClimate 2 had 15.3% lower rolling resistance (7 tests). Owners rate wear 8.4/10 for the CrossClimate 2 and 7.7/10 for the Quatrac Pro.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 8.3/10 for the CrossClimate 2 and 8.9/10 for the Quatrac Pro.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the CrossClimate 2 80% from 173 reviews and the Quatrac Pro 82% from 47. 73% of CrossClimate 2 owners would buy it again, against 82% for the Quatrac Pro.
Which is more expensive?
In the 6 tests that listed prices, the CrossClimate 2 was the dearer tire in 6 of them, by 23.5% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The CrossClimate 2 is made in 116 sizes (15 to 22 inch) and the Quatrac Pro in 97 (17 to 22 inch). 61 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the CrossClimate 2 is graded B for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Quatrac Pro B and C.
Which is the newer tire?
The CrossClimate 2 is the newer design: it reached the market in 2020, the Quatrac Pro in 2018. The CrossClimate 2 replaced the Michelin CrossClimate+. The Quatrac Pro replaced the Vredestein Quatrac 5.
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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 tires ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
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