Comparison: BFGoodrich Advantage All Season vs. Michelin CrossClimate 2 (2026)

In the one head-to-head test with measured braking distances — the Autobild 2023 225/45 R17 comparison — the CrossClimate 2 stops in 37.7 metres on dry tarmac against 38.9 metres for the BFGoodrich, a gap of 1.2 metres that is consistent with the broader pattern across each tyre's independent test data. That difference is not dramatic, and the BFGoodrich's dry braking is genuinely one of its stronger suits. Where the CrossClimate 2 pulls further ahead is in dry handling character — it offers more precision and stability, qualities that multiple test programmes have rewarded with top-three finishes. The BFGoodrich is composed enough for everyday driving but lacks the dynamic confidence that makes the Michelin feel genuinely secure near the limit.

Wet braking distances in the shared Autobild test are almost identical: 47.0 metres for the CrossClimate 2 versus 47.4 metres for the BFGoodrich — a margin small enough to be largely irrelevant in practice. Where the BFGoodrich loses ground is in wet handling, where it consistently shows understeer under cornering load — a trait flagged repeatedly in testing. The CrossClimate 2 has its own wet weaknesses, particularly slightly extended braking in some conditions, but it behaves more predictably through corners. One area where the BFGoodrich genuinely impresses is aquaplaning resistance, scoring meaningfully higher in this discipline than the CrossClimate 2 — a real-world advantage on flooded motorways that partially offsets its handling deficit.

Snow is where the gap between these two tyres is at its widest. The CrossClimate 2 carries a well-earned reputation as the benchmark all-season performer in winter conditions — in the Autobild 2025 comparison, it outscored a dedicated winter tyre on snow, and ADAC confirmed its safe, precise behaviour on wintry surfaces alongside the lowest wear rate in the test. Real owners back this up: a Kia Sorento driver reported staying mobile in deep Salt Lake City snow, while a Ford Focus owner described the step up from regular all-seasons as night and day. The BFGoodrich handles light snow competently and scores above average for an all-season tyre in this area, but it is in a different class from the Michelin on any serious winter surface. Drivers in regions that see genuine snowfall should weight this difference heavily.

Comfort scores between the two are close, but the story diverges sharply on running costs. The CrossClimate 2 carries an exceptional rolling resistance advantage — contributing to lower fuel consumption over time, something ADAC singled out as best in its 2024 test. Projected mileage also strongly favours the Michelin, which scored notably higher across multiple wear assessments, while the BFGoodrich's mileage figure is the weakest element of its profile — described in testing as only average. Michelin positions the CrossClimate 2 with EV suitability, and real-world Tesla Model 3 owners have confirmed good results. Road noise on the CrossClimate 2 is better than its aggregate score suggests — Tyre Reviews awarded it lowest noise in its 2024 test — though some owners note it can become audible at motorway speeds in warmer conditions.