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215-285/45-70 R16-20 35 sizes 2016 Winter rated

Michelin CrossClimate SUV

Michelin Tires Premium Touring All Season Next

The Michelin CrossClimate SUV is a Premium Touring All Season tire designed to be fitted to SUV and 4x4s.

9.2
Tire Reviews Score Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews
High Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
86%
Wet Grip
86%
Road Feedback
76%
Handling
74%
Wear
75%
Comfort
80%
Buy again
74%
Snow Grip
82%
Ice Grip
73%
20 Reviews
79% Average
205,635 miles driven
4 Tests (avg: 2nd)
Michelin CrossClimate SUV

Michelin CrossClimate SUV

All Season Premium
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9.2 / 10
Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews · High Confidence · Updated 23 Feb 2026

The Tire Reviews Score is the most comprehensive tire scoring system available. It aggregates professional test data from multiple independent publications, user reviews, and consistency analysis using Bayesian statistical methods, weighted normalisation, and recency-adjusted scoring to produce a single, reliable performance rating.

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Category Scores
Snow
93.3
1.38x / 11 tests
Wet
89
1.93x / 14 tests
Dry
85.1
1.5x / 8 tests
Comfort
83.8
0.32x / 4 tests
Value
72.8
0.42x / 8 tests
Cross-Category Performance

Cross-category scores are derived metrics that combine data from multiple test disciplines to evaluate real-world performance characteristics.

Traction
95.7
2 tests
Braking
91.2
12 tests
Handling
86.1
12 tests
Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 4
Publications: 1
Period: 2018 - 2022
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 20
Avg Rating: 78.5%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 0.8
History Points: 10
Methodology & Configuration
Scoring Process
  1. Collect Test Data: Gather results from professional tire tests across multiple publications. Minimum 1 test(s) required.
  2. Normalize Positions: Convert test positions to percentile scores using exponential weighting (factor: 1.2).
  3. Apply Recency Weighting: More recent tests are weighted higher with a decay rate of 0.95.
  4. Incorporate User Reviews: Factor in user review data (minimum 5 reviews). Weight: 15%.
  5. Bayesian Smoothing: Apply Bayesian prior (score: 7, weight: 1.5) to prevent extreme scores with limited data.
  6. Calculate Final Score: Combine all components using normalization factor of 1.1. Max score with limited data: 9.5.
Component Weights
Test Data
80%
User Reviews
15%
Consistency
5%
All Configuration Parameters
ParameterValueDescription
safety_weight 0.7 Weight multiplier for safety-related metrics
performance_weight 0.55 Weight multiplier for performance metrics
comfort_weight 0.4 Weight multiplier for comfort metrics
value_weight 0.45 Weight multiplier for value-for-money metrics
user_reviews_weight 0.15 How much user reviews contribute to the final score
test_data_weight 0.8 How much professional test data contributes to the final score
consistency_weight 0.05 How much score consistency contributes to the final score
recency_decay_rate 0.95 Rate at which older test results lose influence (higher = slower decay)
min_test_count 1 Minimum number of professional tests required
min_review_count 5 Minimum number of user reviews required
score_version 1.9 Current version of the scoring algorithm
score_normalization_factor 1.1 Factor used to normalize raw scores to the 0-10 scale
confidence_factor_weight 0.2 How much data confidence affects the final score
position_penalty_weight 0.2 Penalty applied for poor test positions
gap_penalty_threshold 12 Score gap (%) that triggers additional penalties
min_metrics_count 2 Minimum number of test metrics needed per test
limited_data_threshold 2 Number of tests below which data is considered limited
single_test_penalty 0.75 Score multiplier when only one test is available
critical_metric_penalty 0.7 Penalty for poor performance on critical safety metrics
critical_metric_threshold 70 Score below which a critical metric penalty applies
position_exponential_factor 1.2 Exponent used to amplify position-based scoring
position_exponential_threshold 0.9 Position percentile below which exponential scoring applies
gap_multiplier_critical 3 Multiplier for critical gap penalties
max_category_weight 2 Maximum weight any single category can have
max_score_limited_data 9.5 Score cap when data is limited
bayesian_prior_weight 1.5 Weight of the Bayesian prior in smoothing
bayesian_prior_score 7 Prior score used for Bayesian smoothing
evidence_test_multiplier 1.9 Multiplier for test evidence in confidence calculation
evidence_metric_divisor 3 Divisor for metric count in evidence calculation
evidence_review_divisor 10 Divisor for review count in evidence calculation
combined_penalty_floor 0.2
Data Sources
TestPublicationDateSizePositionMetrics
2022 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test Auto Bild Allrad 2022 225/50 R18 1/13 14 metrics
2019 Auto Bild 4x4 All Season Tire Test Auto Bild Allrad 2019 235/65 R17 1/12 11 metrics
2019 Auto Bild All Season SUV Tire Test Auto Bild Allrad 2019 235/55 R19 2/9 10 metrics
2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test Auto Bild Allrad 2018 235/60 R18 2/10 10 metrics
All Tests
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Latest Tire Test Results
2022 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test
225/50 R18 • 2022
1st/13
Exemplary all-season tire with impressive ride qualities in all weather conditions, good aquaplaning safety, short wet and dry braking distances.
High price.
Exemplary.
2019 Auto Bild All Season SUV Tire Test
235/55 R19 • 2019
2nd/9
A strong allrounder with sport dynamic handling in the dry, and good in the snow and wet. Low rolling resistance.
Expensive.
2019 Auto Bild 4x4 All Season Tire Test
235/65 R17 • 2019
1st/12
Exemplary all Season with stunning qualities on ice and snow, dynamic and sporty behaviour on dry handling, highest safety for aquaplaning, precise steering.
None mentioned.
Size Fuel Wet Noise
16 inch
215/70R16 100 H C B 69
17 inch
265/65R17 112 H C B 70
235/65R17 108 W XL C B 69
18 inch
235/60R18 107 W XL B B 69
20 inch
255/45R20 105 W XL C B 70
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Questions and Answers for the Michelin CrossClimate SUV

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January 15, 2017

What is the difference between the CrossClimate and CrossClimate SUV tires? Why should I not have standard passenger CrossClimates fitted to my AWD vehicle?

The CrossClimate and CrossClimate SUV tires are generally separated by size and load rating. There should be very few, if any crossover in the two sizes.
June 27, 2017

Are these CrossClimate SUV tires any good off-road (I need tires that are 50/50 for on/off road performance)?

The Michelin CrossClimate SUV will perform better offroad than a normal SUV summer tire due to its design, but won't be as good as a true 50/50 ATR tire.
October 24, 2018

Making a decision on tires for cold weather and not sure which one to go for, need tires for my Outlander PHEV and live in Yorkshire, it’s getting cold now and when it snows, the many hills become a bit treacherous, was looking at the CrossClimates, the size comes in both regular and SUV tire, is it particularly important which one I go for or are they pretty much the same? The other tires I was considering were Goodyear vector 4 gen 2 but the size is difficult to find. Lastly, the other tire was full winters Conti TS860 S but can I run them all year as I only want one set of tires? Which one would you recommend? Any advice is greatly appreciated. By the way, great website and videos, keep up the good work. Under your advice I bought a set of Michelin PS4S for my weekend car, BEST THINGS EVER.

If you intend to run year round, I think the CrossClimate is the correct choice. Regarding the SUV or car version, I would assume the load ratings are different even if the sizes are the same, so fit whichever load rating works for your vehicle. Glad you're liking the PS4S!
January 6, 2019

Can you replace just two rear tires on a 4x4 with the Michelin CrossClimate tire without effecting safety. Watched the two tire winter video which was really interesting but would fitting these tires have the same effect being they are all season working with summer fronts.

Ideally you would replace all 4. In normal driving you might not notice a huge amount of difference, but when on snow or ice you will find you have grip to accelerate but no braking or turning.
May 14, 2019

What is the speed & heat rating on the CrossClimate SUV

It will be marked by the tire retailer, it varies by size and sku.
April 13, 2021

Good evening, the MICHELIN CROSS CLIMATE SUV is based on CROSS CLIMATE or CROSS CLIMATE+. And in addition it makes sense to buy a 4-season tire when we have about 70% traffic on dry road, 20% wet, 5% snow and 5% off-road. I live in Greece where we have sun 300 days a year.

Neither and both :) The difference between the CC and CC+ are very small. With sun 300 days a year I'd probably stick with a summer tire, all season tires work well in climates with long cold spells and snow.
February 21, 2022

My wife drives a 2019 Lexus NX300 H (Hybrid) and it came fitted as a new car with Yokohama BluEarth E51 225/60R18 100H. It has done 21000 miles and I am thinking of changing all 4 tires for safety. The Lexus NX300H is a AWD SUV. Its mainly 85.0% Dry and Wet 15.0% and used on normal roads. Should I maintain the same Yokohama tires or change perhaps to the Michelin Cross Climate SUV or the Continental All Seasons Contact. Mt criteria is Safety (Braking) and Comfort as the Lexus is a very quiet SUV. Not concerned about price of tires.

If you have no requirement for very cold weather or snow performance we would recommend staying with a summer tire as these will out perform any all season tire in the 85% of dry driving you do.
November 18, 2022

What is the difference between Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV 255/50 R19 107Y and Michelin CrossClimate SUV XL 255/50 R19 107Y

The CrossClimate 2 is the updated version of the CrossClimate. You can find the <a href="https://www.tire-reviews.com/Article/Everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-Michelin-CrossClimate-2-SUV.htm">launch press release here describing the differences</a>.
December 17, 2022

Can you fit the SUV version on a car? I have an Audi A6 and only size of 255/40R20 is the suv version

Yes you can, the SUV and regular versions are exactly the same, just different sidewall and size range :)
March 27, 2024

I live in Canada and am looking to replace my OE A/S tires with a set with superior wet (15%) & dry (85) capabilities. I also tow a small camping trailer on unpaved roads in the summer. I have dedicated winter Michelin X-Ice SUV, which overlaps or exceeds CrossClimate2 winter capabilities. What replacement do you recommend? All season (N.America) vs. all-weather (Europe) vs. grand touring vs. LTX?

If dry is your priority an all weather tire is not the correct choice, even as one as talented as the CrossClimate. Something like the Defender LTX2 would be a good option given your light offroad use.
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Review Summary

Based on 19 user reviews

Most drivers rate the Michelin CrossClimate SUV highly for confident grip in wet and snow, quietness, and comfort, with several noting improved handling and low wear over tens of thousands of miles. A minority report downsides such as increased fuel consumption, firmness or noise on some setups, and isolated durability issues on rough gravel. Overall sentiment is strongly positive, and the tire is praised as an all-season choice for SUVs.

Strengths
  • Wet grip
  • Snow traction
  • Low noise
  • Ride comfort
  • Handling confidence
  • Wear longevity
Areas for Improvement
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Firm/harsh ride on some vehicles
  • Noise at higher mileage

Top 3 Michelin CrossClimate SUV Reviews

Given 70% while driving a Audi Q5 (255/45 R20) on a combination of roads for 20 average miles
These tires were great for the first 15,000 miles (18 months). They began to growl after that and now at 20,000 miles they are annoyingly loud between 45 and 70 miles per hour. I am at the point of replacing them even though the tread wear is minimal. The tires have been rotated and I have experimented with different tire pressures to no avail. I contacted Michelin on their website but they never responded.
Helpful 909
July 15, 2023
Given 87% while driving a Land Rover Discovery 2 (255/60 R18) on a combination of roads for 10,000 average miles
Being honest, I bought these tires because I had a good deal buying them of a friend second hand. I wouldn't buy part worn tires but these were hardly worn and £250 for four tires! My Discovery 2 is used for mainly transporting my dogs but the difference when I put these tires on was like night and day. I originally had a mix of Acelera and Fulrun (the car came with these!!) and after seeing/feeling the difference with these Michelin tires, I'll never buy a budget tire! They're amazing in the rain, both around town and on motorways (no snow or ice yet, but I'm confident they'll perform). I've just done my first green lane travelling over mainly dry rocky ground, with lots of ruts and a few deep muddy ruts and these tires flew through everything with no issues. I'm very impressed with these tires and I wouldn't hesitate in recommending them them for any SUV (a family suv wouldn't use them as I have!!!)
Helpful 880
August 20, 2022
Given 96% while driving a Mercedes Benz MB GLK 220 CDI 4 matic (235/60 R17) on a combination of roads for 15,000 average miles
Based on your tests I got the Crossclimate SUV on my Mercedes GLK 220d 4matic. Drove 2 winters and 2 summers, thru snow, slush, wet, dry, scorching heat you name it. Outstanding performance in all conditions. And the biggest surprise was how comfortable they are. My wife noticed that immediately, said it felt like I did something to upgrade the suspension. They are also very quiet. In fact more quiet and comfortable than the Goodyear Efficient Grip I used as summer and Nokian WR3 SUV for winter.
Helpful 1168
April 5, 2021

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Latest Michelin CrossClimate SUV Reviews

Given 76% while driving a Citroën C Crosser (235/60 R18) on mostly country roads for 5,000 average miles
Really good balanced tire. Improved the fuel consumption, ride quality and noise.
Helpful 844
May 11, 2022
Given 76% while driving a Honda CRV (225/65 R17) on a combination of roads for 4,000 average miles
For reference these are following on from Goodyear Efficient Grip SUV, on Honda CRV. Same tire pressures. Used over UK winter, not summer. Good: - Superb grip in all conditions. Pretty similar to the Goodyears in dry but these particularly excel on cold, wet, greasy type winter roads where they give real confidence. More of a front end and sense of traction. - Used on light snow with, again, great surefootedness. Haven’t tried on ice. - Very good at absorbing bumps in the road – very smooth ride. Not so good: - Biggest negative is losing around 7mpg average over the Goodyears – rather a lot! I tend to have higher PSIs too, where they should be more efficient. - Bit noisier (roar), but nothing too intrusive. Other: - Only used for one winter so can’t comment on wear. - Again, if it wasn’t for the notable hit on fuel consumption I’d be happy to try and use these all year round if it meant not changing to full winters. But, it’s too much to ignore and they’ll be kept for winter use only… which almost defeats the object.
Helpful 906
February 7, 2022
Given 78% while driving a Ford Edge (255/45 R20) on a combination of roads for 28,000 average miles
End of life review. Had them for 28000 miles on a 2017 210HP Ford EDGE st-line. Best thing about them is the smooth ride. Dry grip was ok from the begining and still is but not as good as a Primacy 4(didn't even expect but still OK). Wet grip is disappointing they just make you wana brake when wet or slushy. Snow, mud, grass, gravel really good. Ice not tested. Overall coming from Michelin not as good as you would expect, I'm just looking for better in the same price range.
Helpful 844
October 10, 2021
Given 80% while driving a Volvo XC60 D5 AWD Auto (235/60 R18) on a combination of roads for 4,000 spirited miles
Decent tire, but pricey and ugly
Helpful 921
August 13, 2021
Given 87% while driving a Volkswagen TOUAREG V6 TDI (275/45 R20 W) on mostly town for 12,000 average miles
A supremely quiet tire with strong grip off the line and in all conditions. Always in control and decent feedback through the steering. After 2 years and 12k miles they still have 3mm of tread left given mostly city stop start conditions. The best tire I’ve ever had. Better than the Pirelli Scorpion Verde and the Goodyear Eagle F1 3 I had previously on the Touareg. Would highly recommend. Gutted they don’t make it in 275/40 R21 for the new XC90
Helpful 862
January 7, 2021
Given 62% while driving a Vauxhall Grandland X Ultimate (235/50 R19 W) on a combination of roads for 9,000 average miles
I’m very conflicted on these tires. I’ve been driving with all seasons on my cars for the past 6 years (as I live in the Scottish Highlands), of a variety of brands and the Crossclimate SUV’s are exceptionally effective in every weather they encountered but are let down by two flaws. Firstly they are biblically firm riding! Going from Vredestein Quatrac Pro‘s to the Crossclimate’s made the ride feel like it was reinforced with concrete. Adding extra pressure to the tires did nothing to change it. Finally the lifespan wasn’t great. They lasted 9200 miles before they wore to the tread markers. This was disappointing as the previous Quatrac’s and Pirelli Scorpion all seasons both lasted over 12k before needing replacement. Driving capability is great, comfort and lifespan are below par.
Helpful 931
December 28, 2020
Given 87% while driving a Audi Q3 (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 15 average miles
Excellent tire on audi q3 quattro. Will buy again
Helpful 924
December 7, 2020
Given 87% while driving a Subaru Outback (225/60 R18) on mostly country roads for 200 average miles
Just switched to the Michelin CC SUV from Bridgestone Dueler H/P summer tires. However during this short period already, I am surprised by how much more comfort the CC SUV provide compared to the Bridgestones. The noise level is lower than before (which was already quite low) and I have the feeling that the CC SUV do absorb a little more bumps etc from the roads. The handling is yet a little bit more indirect compared to the Bridgestones, meaning slightly more space on the steering wheel. That feels less connected to the road, but not in an alarming or uncomfortable manner. However I expect this to improve once the tires have seen more kilometers. I read somewhere else that they require some distance to fully grow their performance. So far I am happy with my choice and do not regret it. Yes they are expensive, but that should be marginalised once they last as long as promised.
Helpful 949
October 21, 2020
Given 98% while driving a Toyota RAV4 (235/55 R18 R) on a combination of roads for 20,000 spirited miles
2 years, 25k miles and 4 skiing trips to the Alps later, these tires are still going strong. Grip and performance in all weathers has been excellent and have to be careful not to be overly confident in the snow, especially when braking as was caught out once! They are comfortable and quiet on the Autoroutes of France and more than cope with the back roads of Wales. They will get you anywhere in the snow.
Helpful 980
August 11, 2020
Given 67% while driving a Volkswagen Caravelle (235/55 R17 H) on a combination of roads for 7,000 average miles
It's the comfort that is lacking, quite rough and drones at continental motorway speeds. I have the 103 XL and I think the dampers seem to 'fight' with the side wall. I have tried putting in an extra pound psi which is better but not sure I would buy again
Helpful 933
July 14, 2020
Given 44% while driving a Mercedes Benz GL450 (255/55 R19) on a combination of roads for 300 average miles
Bad on gravel roads, blown 3 times in 2 months.
Helpful 902
August 6, 2019
Porsche Cayenne 3.0 Diesel (275/45 R20 W) on a combination of roads for 1,000 average miles
I don't feel compelled to often voice my views unless something is really bad....this is a first and I'd like to offer up my thoughts on the Excellent Cross Climate - they really are as good (11 out of 10) as other before me say. I've had them for just over 1000 miles now and the difference they've made is outstanding.

I replaced 4 Pirelli Scorpions All Season Verdes (N0 rated) that weren't fitted for long before I knew id made the wrong choice (see my other review on these). These Michelins are a world apart. I was sceptical as they're fairly new, a v shaped tread pattern and not Porsche rated - but they should be! Grip in all weathers is the best I've experienced, even spirited driving and gives me confidence in the cars ability to perform as it should. Hard braking no longer activates the ABS in dry, they really do 'stick' even in hotter weather. You can feel with your hand the difference in compounds to touch, the Michelin is softer and stickier moulding to the surface as the claim and the Pirellis hard and unforgiving.

The ride is quiet and noticeably softer but best of all its got rid of the tram lining, severe vibration, and awful balance issues I had with the Scorpions. Even after 1000 miles and several alignments there was some funny wear patterns emerging on them.

I would absolutely recommend these to anyone looking for a good all season tire with a summer bias for UK weather. Although not tested in the snow and ice yet I'm sure they'd get me home safe.

One point to note is that the tread depth from new is a little under 7mm and with such a soft compound and heavy car I wonder if it will go the distance...having said that I don't really care I would just keep buying them,at such a good price point to - they're that good. I'd also be interested to see how the tread holds up to as I have seen reports and pictures of chunks of tread missing on higher mileage tires that have maybe been used on rougher roads in Europe.

I'm extremely pleased with them, and would highly recommend them as the best All Season Tire for the UK especially AWD and 4WD vehicles that do 90% on road. I wouldn't be surprised if we see them more as OEM fitment in the future.
Helpful 975
June 5, 2019
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