Comparison: Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs. Hankook ION Evo

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Hankook). Generally, Michelin allround tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Hankook (82%). In this particular case, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 has a better rating of 91% compared to 90% of the Hankook ION Evo. The first tyre test of Michelin CrossClimate 2 was done in 2021, compared to 2025 when was the Hankook ION Evo first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Michelin CrossClimate 2 has B wet grip rating, whereas 98% of Hankook ION Evo has A rating. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the CrossClimate 2 is made in Italy/Spain and ION Evo is made in Hungary.