Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Nokian Seasonproof 2
- TR Score
- 9.5/10
- Owners say
- 80% · 173
- TR Score
- 9.1/10
- Owners say
- 80% · 21
In the 4 independent tests that ran both tires, the Nokian Seasonproof 2 finished ahead 3 times and the CrossClimate 2 once. The CrossClimate 2 had 12.3% lower rolling resistance; the Seasonproof 2 stopped 8.1% shorter in the wet.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Pick Nokian Seasonproof 2 if you regularly drive in heavy rain, on water-prone motorways, or prioritize the shortest wet stops and strongest aquaplaning resistance. Pick Michelin CrossClimate 2 if you want the more cost-effective long-term tire with class-leading dry braking, strong snow ability, and better efficiency/wear-especially for higher annual mileage or drivers who value predictable dry-road precision.
Where the CrossClimate 2 is stronger
- Consistently shortest dry braking across all shared tests (4/4 wins)
- Strong winter performance profile (frequent wins in snow braking/traction; solid ice braking)
- Excellent efficiency: low rolling resistance in multiple tests (e.g., 6.851 vs 8.031 kg/t) and low fuel use in ADAC (5.5 l/100 km tie)
Where the Seasonproof 2 is stronger
- Best wet braking across all shared tests (4/4 wins), often by a meaningful margin (e.g., 28.6 vs 31.8 m)
- Very strong aquaplaning resistance (ADAC straight: 91.9 vs 85.9 km/h; Motor straight: 92.2 vs 85.7 km/h)
- Typically quicker wet handling and strong wet balance (wins in wet handling in the 215/55 R17 tests and TÜV)
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 Seasonproof 2 at a glance
| Category | CrossClimate 2 | Gap | Seasonproof 2 |
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| Shared tests won4 shared tests | 1 | 3 | |
| Dry6 measurements | 6 | The CrossClimate 2 stopped 4.8% shorter in the dry (4 tests) | 0 |
| Wet12 measurements | 0 | The Seasonproof 2 stopped 8.1% shorter in the wet (4 tests) | 12 |
| Snow10 measurements | 6 | The CrossClimate 2 stopped 2.8% shorter on snow (4 tests) | 4 |
| Ice1 measurement | 1 | 0 | |
| Comfort2 measurements | 0 | The Seasonproof 2 was 0.6 dB quieter (2 tests) | 2 |
| Value5 measurements | 4 | The CrossClimate 2 had 12.3% lower rolling resistance (2 tests) | 0 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.5/10 | The CrossClimate 2 by 0.4 | 9.1/10 |
| Owner rating173 and 21 reviews | 80% | Too close to call | 80% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 73% | The Seasonproof 2 by 3 points | 76% |
| Pricein the 3 tests that listed prices | +10.8% | The CrossClimate 2 was dearer in 3 of 3 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 116 | 49 sizes made in both | 60 |
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 4 tests, 2025 to 2026
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 | Seasonproof 2 |
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| 2026 ADAC All Season Tire Test - 185/65 R15 | P2 of 16 | P7 of 16 | |
| 2025 Motor All Season Tire Test | P2 of 7 | P1 of 7 | |
| 2025 TUV Test of Nokian SeasonProof 2 vs Rivals | P3 of 5 | P1 of 5 | |
| 2025 Mid Range All Season Tire Test | P2 of 6 | P1 of 6 |
Performance profile
10 measurements from the 4 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
CrossClimate 2
Seasonproof 2
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 94%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 7 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
CrossClimate 2
Seasonproof 2
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
Seasonproof 2
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the CrossClimate 2 80% from 173 reviews and the Seasonproof 2 80% from 21. 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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| 124 | 4.8% | 131 | 4-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 113.2 | 0.4% | 113.6 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 111 | 8.1% | 103 | 0-4 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 135 | 4.9% | 128 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 80 | 2.9% | 77.67 | 0-3 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 52.8 | 5.5% | 55.7 | 0-3 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 11.5 | 11.4% | 12.8 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 50 | 2.8% | 51 | 3-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 4.61 | 5% | 4.9 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 560 | 6.8% | 524 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 87.5 | 1.4% | 86.23 | 1-2 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 72 | 1.8% | 73 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 70.9 | 0.6 dB | 70.3 | 0-2 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 27,092 | 17.5% | 23,053 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 6.58 | 12.3% | 7.52 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 48 | 33.3% | 72 | 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 Seasonproof 2 9.1 out of 10.
| CrossClimate 2 | Category | Seasonproof 2 | ||
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| 95 | Dry | 70 | ||
| 75 | Wet | 97 | ||
| 82 | Comfort | 62 | ||
| 84 | Value | 54 | ||
| 94 | Snow | 63 | ||
| 47 | Ice | 28 | ||
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 | Seasonproof 2 | ||
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| 8.6 | Dry Grip | 7.7 | ||
| 7.9 | Wet Grip | 8.7 | ||
| 7.6 | Road Feedback | 7.7 | ||
| 7.5 | Handling | 7.8 | ||
| 8.4 | Wear | 8.3 | ||
| 8.3 | Comfort | 8.8 | ||
| 8.4 | Snow Grip | 8.8 | ||
| 7.5 | Ice Grip | 8.2 | ||
Owners rate the CrossClimate 2 80% from 173 reviews and the Seasonproof 2 80% from 21. 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.
Nokian Seasonproof 2
- 80%from 21 reviews
- 76%would buy again
- 80,950 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners generally rate the Nokian Seasonproof 2 highly, most often praising its strong wet grip and reassuring all-round safety, alongside a quiet, comfortable ride. Snow traction is also frequently highlighted as impressively winter-like for an all-season tire, with dry-road grip getting positive mentions too. A meaningful minority report mixed feelings about steering precision and stability at higher speeds, and around one in five owners mention fuel economy/rolling resistance not being as good as hoped.
- Strong wet grip and confidence in rain
- Low road noise (quiet motorway and around town)
- Comfortable, compliant ride quality
- Very capable traction in snow for an all-season tire
- Steering feel can be a bit vague or not very direct
- Mixed stability at higher speeds (some report nervousness)
- Fuel economy/rolling resistance can be disappointing
Summarised by AI from 21 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 21 Seasonproof 2 reviewsAfter installing the Seasonproof 1 and being happy with it, I decided to put on the Seasonproof 2 and it has improved a lot... good performance in water, they provide safety and are very comfortable... they are not sports tires, but in water they provide safety... I don't know how they perform in snow... silent just like the Seasonproof 1... happy ☺ so far good wear.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 116 sizes of the CrossClimate 2 and 60 of the Seasonproof 2, 49 of them made in both.
| Category | CrossClimate 2 | Seasonproof 2 |
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| Season | All Season | All Season |
| Sizes made | 116 sizes, 15 to 22 inch | 60 sizes, 15 to 20 inch |
| Made in both | 49 sizes 175/65 R15185/60 R15185/65 R15195/60 R15195/65 R15195/55 R16205/55 R16205/60 R16215/55 R16215/60 R16215/65 R16205/45 R17and 37 more | |
| EU label wet grip | B81%C19% | A83%B17% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C55%B33%D11%A1% | B90%C10% |
| EU label noise | 69-73 dB B78%A22% | 68-72 dB B69%A31% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 176 of 176 | 78 of 78 |
| On the market since | 2020 | - |
| Replaced | Michelin CrossClimate+ (2017) | Nokian SeasonProof (2020) |
| 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) | Winner: All-Season Tire of the Year (WhatTire, 2026/27) Winner: All-Season SUV Tire of the Year (WhatTire, 2025) Winner: All-Season Tire of the Year (WhatTire, 2025) |
| Price in the shared tests | The CrossClimate 2 was the dearer tire in 3 of the 3 tests that listed prices, by 10.8% 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.
Previous generation: Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Nokian SeasonProof (6 shared tests)
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.
Michelin's CrossClimate 2 and Nokian's Seasonproof 2 sit in the same “premium-touring” all-season space, but the shared test data shows they're tuned with noticeably different priorities. Across four overlapping professional comparisons (ADAC plus three 2025 group tests), they repeatedly trade blows in the exact areas that matter most for year-round safety: wet braking/aquaplaning versus dry control, winter traction, and running costs.
If you drive in a consistently wet climate, the Seasonproof 2's pattern is hard to ignore: it wins wet braking in all four shared tests and is usually the aquaplaning leader too. If you want a more “classic CrossClimate” feel-strong dry braking, confident snow performance, and especially long life/efficiency-the CrossClimate 2 keeps scoring near the top overall, even in newer test fields, but it tends to give away points on wet asphalt compared to the latest wet-focused rivals.
Conclusion
Across the shared results, the cleanest story is this: CrossClimate 2 is the more efficient, longer-lasting, dry-strong all-season, while Seasonproof 2 is the wet-safety specialist that often takes the overall win when wet performance is heavily weighted. Michelin wins dry braking in all 4/4 tests (e.g., 39.6 m vs 41.5 m in ADAC; 38.9 m vs ~41.4-41.5 m in the 215/55 R17 tests) and commonly leads on rolling resistance (e.g., 6.851 vs 8.031 kg/t in Motor; 6.3 vs 7.0 kg/t in TÜV). It also shows stronger longevity in ADAC (43,600 km vs 37,100 km) with much lower abrasion (48 vs 72 mg/km/t), which directly supports lower total cost of ownership.
Nokian's counterpunch is decisive on wet roads: it wins wet braking 4/4 (ADAC 32.4 m vs 35.2 m; Motor 29.0 m vs 31.8 m; Mid-range 28.6 m vs 31.8 m; TÜV 35.0 m vs 37.1 m) and typically leads wet handling and aquaplaning (e.g., ADAC straight aquaplaning 91.9 vs 85.9 km/h; Motor 92.2 vs 85.7 km/h). That advantage is large enough to be meaningfully felt in real driving-shorter stops and more stability in standing water-while its dry braking deficit is also consistent but generally less “cliff-edge” than the wet gap in the other direction.
Practical takeaway: choose Seasonproof 2 if your priority is maximum wet-road safety and confidence (frequent rain, waterlogged highways), and accept some trade-offs in wear/efficiency. Choose CrossClimate 2 if you want the more economical long-run option with consistently strong dry braking and very credible winter capability, and you can live with merely mid-pack wet grip compared with the newest wet leaders.
CrossClimate 2 vs Seasonproof 2: your questions
Is the Michelin CrossClimate 2 or the Nokian Seasonproof 2 the better tire?
In the 4 independent tests that ran both tires, the Nokian Seasonproof 2 finished ahead 3 times and the CrossClimate 2 once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the CrossClimate 2 scores 9.5 and the Seasonproof 2 9.1 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the CrossClimate 2 or the Seasonproof 2?
The Seasonproof 2 led 12 of the 12 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 8.1% shorter in the wet across 4 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The CrossClimate 2 led 6 of the 6 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 4.8% shorter in the dry across 4 tests.
Which is better in snow?
The CrossClimate 2 led 6 of the 10 snow measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 2.8% shorter on snow across 4 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The CrossClimate 2 had 12.3% lower rolling resistance (2 tests). Owners rate wear 8.4/10 for the CrossClimate 2 and 8.3/10 for the Seasonproof 2.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The Seasonproof 2 was 0.6 dB quieter (2 tests). Owners rate comfort 8.3/10 for the CrossClimate 2 and 8.8/10 for the Seasonproof 2.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the CrossClimate 2 80% from 173 reviews and the Seasonproof 2 80% from 21. 73% of CrossClimate 2 owners would buy it again, against 76% for the Seasonproof 2.
Which is more expensive?
In the 3 tests that listed prices, the CrossClimate 2 was the dearer tire in 3 of them, by 10.8% 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 Seasonproof 2 in 60 (15 to 20 inch). 49 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 Seasonproof 2 A and B.
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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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