Comparison: Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs. GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (GoodYear). Generally, Michelin allround tyres are slightly better rated (88%) than GoodYear (82%). In this particular case, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 has a better rating of 92% compared to 81% of the GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3. The first tyre test of Michelin CrossClimate 2 was done in 2021, compared to 2020 when was the GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/45 R18 test, where both the CrossClimate 2 and the Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Michelin CrossClimate 2 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (88%) of the GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 also have B wet ratings. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the CrossClimate 2 is made in Italy/Spain and Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 is made in Slovenia/France.