Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Triangle SeasonX TA01
- TR Score
- 9.5/10
- Owners say
- 80% · 173
- TR Score
- 7.1/10
- Owners say
- 79% · 5
In the 3 independent tests that ran both tires, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 finished ahead 3 times and the SeasonX TA01 not once. The CrossClimate 2 stopped 11.6% shorter in the wet.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose the Michelin CrossClimate 2 if you want maximum year-round safety margins-especially in wet braking and winter driving-plus strong all-round dynamics and better efficiency. Consider the Triangle SeasonX TA01 mainly if purchase price is the overriding priority and your driving is gentle/urban with limited exposure to heavy rain or snow; it's quieter on paper, but gives up significant grip and braking performance where it matters most.
Where the CrossClimate 2 is stronger
- Consistently shorter braking in both dry and wet across all shared tests (up to ~14% advantage in wet braking)
- Strong winter capability for an all-season, with clear snow traction and snow handling advantages (5825 N vs 5148 N in 2025)
- Balanced all-round dynamics (dry/wet handling, lateral wet grip, and aquaplaning metrics all ahead in the 2025 test)
Where the SeasonX TA01 is stronger
- Slightly lower measured external/pass-by noise in the shared noise result (72.1 dB vs 73.5 dB in 2025)
- Budget-friendly positioning; can deliver satisfactory year-round usability for low-demand driving
- Adequate baseline performance in dry and snow for its price class (rated “satisfactory” in the 2025 report)
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 SeasonX TA01 at a glance
| Category | CrossClimate 2 | Gap | SeasonX TA01 |
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| Shared tests won3 shared tests | 3 | 0 | |
| Dry4 measurements | 4 | The CrossClimate 2 stopped 9.5% shorter in the dry (3 tests) | 0 |
| Wet7 measurements | 7 | The CrossClimate 2 stopped 11.6% shorter in the wet (3 tests) | 0 |
| Snow4 measurements | 4 | 0 | |
| Comfort1 measurement | 0 | 1 | |
| Value1 measurement | 1 | 0 | |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.5/10 | The CrossClimate 2 by 2.4 | 7.1/10 |
| Owner rating173 and 5 reviews | 80% | Too close to call | 79% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 73% | The SeasonX TA01 by 7 points | 80% |
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 3 tests, 2022 to 2025
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 | SeasonX TA01 |
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| 2025 Auto Bild All Season Camper Van Tire Test | P2 of 9 | P8 of 9 | |
| 2024 All Season Tire Market Overview | P4 of 37 | P25 of 37 | |
| 2022 All Season Tire Market Overview | P3 of 35 | P21 of 35 |
Performance profile
13 measurements from the 3 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
CrossClimate 2
SeasonX TA01
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.
Where each scores higher
CrossClimate 2
SeasonX TA01
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
SeasonX TA01
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the CrossClimate 2 80% from 173 reviews and the SeasonX TA01 79% from 5. 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.
| Measurement | CrossClimate 2 | Gap | SeasonX TA01 | Wins | ||||||||||||
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| 128 | 9.5% | 142 | 3-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 49.8 | 1.6% | 49 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 169 | 11.6% | 192 | 3-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 42.1 | 1.8% | 41.3 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 13.6 | 4.2% | 14.2 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 55.9 | 2.9% | 54.4 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 8.7 | 11.3% | 7.8 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 98 | 3.9% | 102 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 1,310 | 13.2% | 1,157 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 35.5 | 2.7% | 34.6 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 12.5 | 14.4% | 10.9 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 73.5 | 1.4 dB | 72.1 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 7.3 | 13.1% | 8.4 | 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 SeasonX TA01 7.1 out of 10.
| CrossClimate 2 | Category | SeasonX TA01 | ||
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| 95 | Dry | 25 | ||
| 75 | Wet | 38 | ||
| 82 | Comfort | 86 | ||
| 84 | Value | 43 | ||
| 94 | Snow | 38 | ||
| 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 | SeasonX TA01 | ||
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| 8.6 | Dry Grip | 8.2 | ||
| 7.9 | Wet Grip | 7 | ||
| 7.6 | Road Feedback | 7.8 | ||
| 7.5 | Handling | 8 | ||
| 8.4 | Wear | 7.8 | ||
| 8.3 | Comfort | 8.2 | ||
| 8.4 | Snow Grip | 8.5 | ||
| 7.5 | Ice Grip | 8 | ||
Owners rate the CrossClimate 2 80% from 173 reviews and the SeasonX TA01 79% from 5. 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.
Triangle SeasonX TA01
- 79%from 5 reviews
- 80%would buy again
- 128,500 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners generally like the Triangle SeasonX TA01, with four positive reviews and one neutral review averaging 78.6%. Three of the five praise snow traction, while two mention good dry grip. Two later-life accounts support good tread life, including one reporting front replacement after 80,000 km and another describing substantial tread remaining at 25,000 miles. Wet grip is less settled, with two favorable comments and one report of slipping when pulling away briskly on wet summer roads. One end-of-life owner mentions increased noise, but the sample is too small to establish a recurring ageing complaint or a clear view on value.
- Snow traction
- Dry grip
- Long tread life
Summarised by AI from 5 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 5 SeasonX TA01 reviewsHad them for a long, but the front tires needed to replaced after 80000km’s.
The rear tires felt also not zo round anymore. And made a bit more noise compared when they were new.
But the tires were really good. Also in snow last year. Also have been to Switzerland with them on snowy highways. Good performance overall. Never felt unsave.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
| Category | CrossClimate 2 | SeasonX TA01 |
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| Season | All Season | All Season |
| On the market since | 2020 | - |
| Replaced | Michelin CrossClimate+ (2017) | - |
| Replaced by | Michelin CrossClimate 3 | - |
| 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) | - |
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 comparison pits two very different takes on the modern all-season touring tire against each other: the premium Michelin CrossClimate 2 versus the budget-focused Triangle SeasonX TA01. Both are designed for passenger cars and year-round use, but the shared test data shows they land in clearly different performance tiers.
Across three independent market overviews/tests (2022, 2024, 2025) the Michelin consistently ranks near the top of large test fields (3rd/37, 4th/37, 2nd/11), while the Triangle sits in the lower-middle to lower end (21st/37, 25th/37, 8th/11). The key story is not a single standout metric, but a repeated pattern: CrossClimate 2 delivers materially shorter braking distances and stronger winter competence, whereas the Triangle's main “win” is slightly lower measured noise and a lower entry price-at the expense of grip reserves.
Conclusion
On objective performance, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 is the clear winner and the safer, more confidence-inspiring all-season choice. It beats the Triangle in every shared dynamic category across the tests-most notably in braking. In dry braking it stops 5-13% shorter (e.g., 37.9 m vs 42.5 m in 2024; 39.9 m vs 45.6 m in 2022), and in wet braking the gap is even more meaningful at ~10-14% (e.g., 49.3 m vs 54.5 m in 2025; 49.2 m vs 57.1 m in 2022). In the 2025 test it also builds a comprehensive advantage in snow traction/behavior (5825 N vs 5148 N traction, plus better snow slalom/handling), aligning with the test's “exemplary” assessment and strong winter emphasis.
The Triangle SeasonX TA01's case is primarily value-led. It can be acceptable for low-demand driving where cost and slightly lower pass-by noise (72.1 dB vs 73.5 dB in 2025) matter more than ultimate grip. But the professional notes point to limited wet grip and weaker snow/dry handling, and the rankings reflect that. Practical takeaway: if you drive frequently in rain, face winter conditions, carry passengers, or simply want wider safety margins, the CrossClimate 2 justifies its premium. The Triangle is a budget compromise-quiet enough, but with noticeably smaller performance reserves when conditions deteriorate.
CrossClimate 2 vs SeasonX TA01: your questions
Is the Michelin CrossClimate 2 or the Triangle SeasonX TA01 the better tire?
In the 3 independent tests that ran both tires, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 finished ahead 3 times and the SeasonX TA01 not once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the CrossClimate 2 scores 9.5 and the SeasonX TA01 7.1 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the CrossClimate 2 or the SeasonX TA01?
The CrossClimate 2 led 7 of the 7 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 11.6% shorter in the wet across 3 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The CrossClimate 2 led 4 of the 4 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 9.5% shorter in the dry across 3 tests.
Which is better in snow?
The CrossClimate 2 led 4 of the 4 snow measurements the shared tests recorded.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 8.3/10 for the CrossClimate 2 and 8.2/10 for the SeasonX TA01.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the CrossClimate 2 80% from 173 reviews and the SeasonX TA01 79% from 5. 73% of CrossClimate 2 owners would buy it again, against 80% for the SeasonX TA01.
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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.
About the TR Score
The Tire Reviews Score rates each tire out of 10 from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold, so two tires can be compared even before a test has run them together.
Who does the testing
Every test published as a Tire Reviews test is run by Jonathan Benson, who has been testing tires independently since 2007.
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