Fulda MultiControl vs Michelin CrossClimate 2
- TR Score
- 6.0/10
- Owners say
- 76% · 3
- TR Score
- 9.5/10
- Owners say
- 80% · 173
In the 4 independent tests that ran both tires, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 finished ahead 4 times and the MultiControl not once. The CrossClimate 2 stopped 17.2% shorter in the dry.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose the Michelin CrossClimate 2 if you want top-tier all-season performance with consistently shorter dry and wet stopping distances and proven high test rankings. Consider the Fulda MultiControl mainly if upfront cost is the overriding factor and you can accept a clearly longer braking penalty; for frequent motorway use, heavy rain, or higher-risk driving scenarios, the Michelin is the better choice.
Where the MultiControl is stronger
- Potential value-oriented entry into the all-season premium-touring category (often chosen when price is the priority)
- Available across common passenger-car sizes used in major all-season group tests
- Predictable outcome across tests (performance is consistently mid-to-low pack rather than volatile)
Where the CrossClimate 2 is stronger
- Consistently top overall ranking across shared tests (1st/34 in 2021, 3rd/37 in 2022, 2nd/35 in 2023, 4th/37 in 2024)
- Significantly shorter dry braking in every shared test (roughly 14-22% shorter stopping distances)
- Significantly shorter wet braking in every shared test (roughly 8-14% shorter stopping distances)
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.
MultiControl vs CrossClimate 2 at a glance
| Category | MultiControl | Gap | CrossClimate 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared tests won4 shared tests | 0 | 4 | |
| Dry4 measurements | 0 | The CrossClimate 2 stopped 17.2% shorter in the dry (4 tests) | 4 |
| Wet4 measurements | 0 | The CrossClimate 2 stopped 12.1% shorter in the wet (4 tests) | 4 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 6.0/10 | The CrossClimate 2 by 3.5 | 9.5/10 |
| Owner rating3 and 173 reviews | 76% | The CrossClimate 2 by 4 points | 80% |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 51 | 34 sizes made in both | 116 |
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, 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 | MultiControl | Field | CrossClimate 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 All Season Tire Market Overview | P27 of 37 | P4 of 37 | |
| 2023 All Season Tire 35 Set Shootout | P29 of 35 | P2 of 35 | |
| 2022 All Season Tire Market Overview | P31 of 35 | P3 of 35 | |
| 2021 All Season Tire Market Overview | P30 of 32 | P1 of 32 |
Performance profile
Their shared tests recorded too few of the same measurements to chart, so the chart starts from each tire's Tire Reviews Score categories: its whole record, not shared tests.
Where each scores higher
MultiControl
Not ahead in any category
CrossClimate 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
MultiControl
CrossClimate 2
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the MultiControl 76% from 3 reviews and the CrossClimate 2 80% from 173. 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 | MultiControl | Gap | CrossClimate 2 | Wins | ||||||||||||||||
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| 152 | 17.2% | 126 | 0-4 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 193 | 12.1% | 169 | 0-4 | |||||||||||||||||
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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 MultiControl scores 6 and the CrossClimate 2 9.5 out of 10.
| MultiControl | Category | CrossClimate 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Dry | 95 | ||
| 27 | Wet | 75 | ||
| - | Comfort | 82 | ||
| 66 | Value | 84 | ||
| - | Snow | 94 | ||
| - | Ice | 47 | ||
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
| MultiControl | Category | CrossClimate 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Dry Grip | 8.6 | ||
| 6.5 | Wet Grip | 7.9 | ||
| 7.5 | Road Feedback | 7.6 | ||
| 7 | Handling | 7.5 | ||
| 10 | Wear | 8.4 | ||
| 7 | Comfort | 8.3 | ||
| 8.5 | Snow Grip | 8.4 | ||
| 8 | Ice Grip | 7.5 | ||
Owners rate the MultiControl 76% from 3 reviews and the CrossClimate 2 80% from 173. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Fulda MultiControl
- 76%from 3 reviews
- 91,710 milesdriven by reviewers
All 3 MultiControl reviewsOverall, a recommendable tire with a good price/performance ratio. A small downside is the noise level. In wet conditions, the tires "sing" a bit louder than on dry roads. The wear is very low. However, I also drive very cautiously.
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.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 51 sizes of the MultiControl and 116 of the CrossClimate 2, 34 of them made in both.
| Category | MultiControl | CrossClimate 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Season | All Season | All Season |
| Sizes made | 51 sizes, 13 to 20 inch | 116 sizes, 15 to 22 inch |
| Made in both | 34 sizes 175/65 R15185/60 R15185/65 R15195/55 R15195/60 R15195/65 R15195/45 R16195/50 R16195/55 R16205/55 R16205/60 R16215/55 R16and 22 more | |
| EU label wet grip | C80%B10%D10% | B81%C19% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C50%B25%D25% | C55%B33%D11%A1% |
| EU label noise | 69-72 dB B100% | 69-73 dB B78%A22% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 60 of 60 | 176 of 176 |
| On the market since | 2021 | 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) |
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.
Fulda's MultiControl and Michelin's CrossClimate 2 both sit in the premium-touring, passenger-car all-season category, but the shared independent test data paints a very clear picture of how far apart they are in outright safety-critical performance. Across four large multi-tire group tests (2021-2024), CrossClimate 2 consistently finishes near the very top of the field, while MultiControl sits in the lower third.
The most repeatable separation is in braking-both dry and wet-where CrossClimate 2 wins every shared matchup. The gaps aren't marginal either: depending on the test and size, Michelin's advantage is often several meters, which translates directly to reduced collision risk and more headroom in emergency situations.
Conclusion
Across the four shared tests, Michelin CrossClimate 2 is the clear winner overall (4/4) and in the only comparable sub-metrics provided (dry braking and wet braking). Dry braking shows the biggest and most consistent advantage: CrossClimate 2 stops 6.5-11.2 meters shorter depending on the test size and year (e.g., 37.6 m vs 45.5 m in 2021; 39.9 m vs 51.1 m in 2022), which is a meaningful real-world safety margin. Wet braking also consistently favors Michelin by 4.7-8.6 meters (e.g., 47.0 m vs 54.9 m in 2023; 56.4 m vs 65.0 m in 2024).
Practically, that consistency is why CrossClimate 2 repeatedly places 1st-4th in these large comparisons while MultiControl lands 27th-31st. If you're choosing primarily on objective test performance and braking security across conditions, CrossClimate 2 is the more confidence-inspiring option. The main reason to consider MultiControl based on this dataset would be budget/value shopping where you're willing to accept longer stopping distances as a trade-off-just be aware the penalty is not small.
MultiControl vs CrossClimate 2: your questions
Is the Fulda MultiControl or the Michelin CrossClimate 2 the better tire?
In the 4 independent tests that ran both tires, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 finished ahead 4 times and the MultiControl not once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the MultiControl scores 6 and the CrossClimate 2 9.5 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the MultiControl or the CrossClimate 2?
The CrossClimate 2 led 4 of the 4 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 12.1% shorter in the wet across 4 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 17.2% shorter in the dry across 4 tests.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 7/10 for the MultiControl and 8.3/10 for the CrossClimate 2.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the MultiControl 76% from 3 reviews and the CrossClimate 2 80% from 173.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The MultiControl is made in 51 sizes (13 to 20 inch) and the CrossClimate 2 in 116 (15 to 22 inch). 34 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the MultiControl is graded C for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the CrossClimate 2 B and C.
Which is the newer tire?
The MultiControl is the newer design: it reached the market in 2021, the CrossClimate 2 in 2020. The CrossClimate 2 replaced the Michelin CrossClimate+.
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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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