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Michelin CrossClimate2 - 235/45R18/XL 98V Tire
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Nov 24, 2025
matt
5 out of 5 stars review

Newly installed, ready for the winter season

Newly installed set of four CrossClimate2 on my Honda Accord. Replaced a set of Michelin Primacy tires. So far, I am happy with the purchase. When reading reviews, these tires were acclaimed for wet/dry/winter traction but there were some comments about higher tire noise. For my own experience, I cannot discern much worse tire noise than my former quiet/smooth Primacy tires. I'm still in the break-in period, but I can tell with the tread pattern and deeper channels I'll get much improved traction in wet and snowy/winter conditions. I was happy with the Primacy tires for most of the season, but their weak point was cold/winter driving. Looking forward to more confidence on the road as approach the colder weather in the midwest with a new set of these CrossClimate tires on the car.

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Jan 11, 2026
captainbuzz44
5 out of 5 stars review

Great tires for Snow and Ice

At 105,000 miles, I needed new tires for my 2019 Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum. I looked at a lot of tire recommendations and reviews. I was looking for something with high marks in snow and ice traction. I was also price-conscious, but wanted the best tire. These were the top-rated tires, according to Consumer Reports. What really convinced me to spend more money on these tires was that in the CR testing, these tires lasted 95,000 miles for excellent durability. Right after having them installed, my wife and I drove over to Madison for a Christmas music concert. As we drove there, snow started falling. I noticed a different sound from these tires that is distinct because of the unique pattern. They felt very comfortable. It was on the way home that they paid for themselves. By the time we left the concert, over 4" of snow had fallen. Our drive home was mainly on 2-lane state highways. I reduced the speed for the environment, and these tires performed perfectly. There were a lot of cars in the ditch on our drive home. By the time we got to the last few miles, the snow was 6-8" deep and unplowed on the county roads that were the last miles to our house. I look that they will be a very veratile tire when we get the the warmer weather and rains.

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Oct 12, 2025
Mjeezy
5 out of 5 stars review

worth the price

I have had ECOPIA Bridgestone tires which are really bad, after doing a lot of research I ended up going for these. I know they are bit expensive , bit man these are really good . My stopping distance was struggling on my older tires. however these have really good traction especially during rain ( we have a lot of it where I live). I learned the hard way that investing in tires is a no brainer, so I understand they are expensive , make noise on the highway ( I didn't notice a difference my self compared to my ECOPIA tires), but your safety is the most important thing, especially in wet condition.

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Nov 3, 2025
Emmett
4 out of 5 stars review

Cross Climate 2

My CC2s have 92,000 miles on them. Current wear pattern is perfect, 4/32 left. A smooth ride still. Road noise is relative to type of road but generally mostly quiet. only issue was a slight hydro plane during moderate rain fall which i experienced from date of purchase. Didn't go over 70mph during rain. 4/5 traction in snowfall. Type of car 2014 bmw wagon 328i xdrive. Michigan /Ohio resident.

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Nov 18, 2025
MattAMTI
5 out of 5 stars review

Even with a defect, they're still the best tires I've ever owned

I drove about 40k on these in North Carolina on an Acura MDX. Acura found all 4 tires had separated at the bead, requiring all all-new set of tires. What did I replace them with? The same tire--because despite the defect, they're the best tires I've ever run on this car. Wet/snow/ice/dry traction is unbeatable. They have a premium look to them, too. Michelin stood by their product and made it clear that they accepted responsibility for the defect--which I think was just a fluke. I'm beyond pleased with these tires

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Dec 20, 2025
Jrpg10389
1 out of 5 stars review

Fantastic for 1 Year then very poor.

I purchased the cross climate 2s from my local tire discounters. The first year was fantastic great wet and dry / snow performance. From what I was told Michelin states that their tires do not lose performance over time. In my experience putting them on a 4 cylinder honda accord after 1 year and around 6,000 miles even after a tire rotation if I give my stock 4 cylinder more than 10% throttle I spin all over the place even in light rain and light snow. Im very upset and disappointed with the performance of this tire and have to drive very slowly wherever I go in any kind of weather condition except sunny and dry.

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reply from Consumer Care MIC US

Thank you for sharing your experience. We're sorry to hear about the recent loss of traction. We recommend visiting your local dealer for a tire inspection. Issues such as misalignment, uneven wear or other tire related factors can affect performance over time. Feel free to give our Consumer Care team a call to discuss at 866-866-6605 (Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM–1 PM EST).

Oct 5, 2025
Traveling Man
5 out of 5 stars review

Best Tires I have ever purchased!

I drive 65k miles a year. The current set of CrossClimate 2 have 80k miles on them. I rotate these tires with each oil change every 5k miles. This set still has 6/32’s tread left on all 4 tires. The all weather traction is amazing. Great traction in the rain reducing hydroplaning and great stopping. I drive a front wheel drive Camry and I was able to safely travel with 6+ inches of snow this year on several occasions. I would not buy another tire knowing the abilities of these tires. I still drive with care during inclement weather but I feel safer knowing I have these tires gripping the highway. All tires are not created equal. These tires were designed for travelers and I’m grateful for them. This is my second Camry with CrossClimates and both sets lasted over 80k before turning in the car. I hate turning in an old car each time for a new car not knowing the abilities of the tires on the new car. These need to be standard equipment on Toyota Camry’s.

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Oct 10, 2025
JP Engr
5 out of 5 stars review

Excellent tire for the Gen 6 Subaru Outback.

These are excellent tires for our 2020 Subaru Outback Touring XT. Comfortable and quiet ride with low noise and good traction. We have not yet had the opportunity to drive in rain or snow yet to judge wet traction, but dry road performance is excellent. We reviewed test results from Consumer Reports and Tire Rack to help selection.

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Nov 22, 2025
Bojan
2 out of 5 stars review

Not for Wet Snow

I’m using Michelin CrossClimate 2 in size 235/65 R17 on an Audi Q5 quattro (SUV). Overall, the tire performs very well in dry conditions and also handles regular rain without any issues. For everyday driving on wet or dry asphalt, the stability and comfort are good. However, the tire shows serious limitations as soon as there is wet snow or slush on the road, especially around +2°C. Braking performance becomes very weak, and the car tends to slide forward even at low speeds, around 15–30 km/h. In these conditions, the tire simply cannot provide sufficient grip, and stopping distances become dangerously long. Because of this, I was forced to purchase a new set of proper winter tires, as continuing to drive with the CrossClimate 2 in these conditions poses a real risk of an accident and serious danger. A similar issue appears when the road is only slightly damp after light rain during colder autumn/winter days — braking and stopping distances noticeably increase, even when driving slowly. Conclusion: Excellent tire for dry, wet, and mild winter conditions, but not reliable in slush, wet snow, or low temperatures. If you live in an area where wet snow is common, this tire may not be a safe choice during winter.

Review from michelinman.com
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reply from Consumer Care MIC US

Thank you for sharing your detailed experience with the CrossClimate 2 tires. We’re glad to hear it performs well in dry and wet conditions, but we’re sorry it didn’t meet your expectations in wet snow and slush. If we can assist further, please don’t hesitate to call us at 866-866-6605 (Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM–1 PM EST).

Oct 15, 2025
Mark B
5 out of 5 stars review

The best tires for my Subaru Ascent. I am on my second set of the cross tires. I got 94000 on my first set and they still had some life left. I’m on my second set now with 25000 miles and they still look new and perform fantastic. The sure foot tracking both on rain and snow is amazing! Worth the price!

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