Comparison: Firestone Multiseason 2 vs. Continental AllSeasonContact 2 vs. Michelin CrossClimate 2

The head-to-head lab and magazine results make the gap clear: the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 is the stronger performer across published tests, while the Firestone Multiseason 2 shows a few useful strengths but trails in overall ranking. Neither model has been replaced yet in our data set.

Summary of ratings and test positions
- Continental AllSeasonContact 2: our rating 87%; Autobild positions: 2nd out of 16 and 3rd out of 37 in different test runs. Test notes consistently highlight wet and snow performance, low exterior noise and good rolling resistance. Manufacturer page: Continental (allround).
- Firestone Multiseason 2: our rating 56%; Autobild positions: 13th/16 and 22nd/37. Strengths in some tests include low rolling resistance and decent wet/snow stability, but it scores poorly on aquaplaning and overall handling balance. Manufacturer page: Firestone.

Firestone Multiseason 2 — strengths & weaknesses

• Strengths: Noted for very low rolling resistance and a stable ride on snow and wet surfaces in several test reports. This makes it attractive where fuel economy and basic winter traction are priorities.


• Weaknesses: Recurrent test comments mention mediocre aquaplaning resistance, understeering tendencies on snow and dry roads, and limited projected mileage (tread life). Its lower overall test positions reflect compromises in dynamic handling and wet-safety margins compared with class leaders.

Continental AllSeasonContact 2 — strengths & weaknesses

• Strengths: A genuine all-rounder — excellent in wet handling, wet braking, snow traction and quiet rolling. Tests praise its short braking distances on wet and icy surfaces, consistent snow capability, and generally high longevity. Autobild summaries call it a balanced multi-talent with convincing performance in all conditions.


• Weaknesses: Minor notes include a tendency toward understeer under sporty inputs and only average reserves against aquaplaning in some test scenarios, plus an indicated higher price level in one summary.

Head-to-head conclusion
Across multiple Autobild tests and our aggregated rating, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 outperforms the Firestone Multiseason 2 in nearly every discipline that matters for safety and usability: wet braking and handling, snow traction, noise and wear. Firestone is competitive only in the narrow area of rolling resistance and provides acceptable basic winter performance, but it falls behind on aquaplaning, dynamic handling and longevity.

Verdict: choose the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 if you want a premium all-season tyre with top-ranked wet and winter behaviour and lower noise, and are willing to accept a higher price. The Firestone Multiseason 2 is a budget-conscious alternative that delivers low rolling resistance and basic seasonal grip but lags significantly in overall test rankings and all-around safety margins.