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1. Michelin CrossClimate 2 Premium
Comparison: Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs. Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
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| Dimensions | R15 - R21 | R15 - R20 | |
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Our data-driven comparison of two robust tyres, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 and the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3, brings an insightful analysis to the discerning tyre buyers. Both of these tyres belong to the same subtype, all-round tyres, designed to provide balanced handling in varying conditions.
We have evaluated the performance of both tyres with a percentage rating method, where the Michelin CrossClimate 2 scored 93%, marking it as a top-rated tyre and the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 came very close with a respectable 91% rating. The Michelin was developed in IT and ES factories, showing the company's European focuses. The manufacturing of the Pirelli, however, is undisclosed.
Michelin CrossClimate 2, the successor to the Michelin CrossClimate, excelled in the areas of dry handling, snow braking and snow handling during the Die Reifentester's test, affirming its place as the second-best among eight tyres tested. In AUTOBILD's evaluation, it stood 4th out of 37 tyres, with reviews highlighting its mileage, rolling resistance, snow cornering and handling, along with its low exterior noise and aquaplaning resistance in other tests.
The Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 replaced the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2, and showed impressive performance, taking the first position in the Die Reifentester and AutoBild tests, scoring strong points in areas like aquaplaning – both cross and longitudinal, snow handling, comfort, dry braking, and wet handling. However, the overall wear and value were noted as the downside.
In summary, both models from Michelin and Pirelli show strength in varied areas. While Michelin CrossClimate 2 delivers remarkable performance in dry handling, snow braking and cornering, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 outperforms in aquaplaning and wet handling scenarios.
If the focus is on superior snow handling, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 would be a better choice. In contrast, for better aquaplaning resistance and wet handling, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 would take the lead.
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1. Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Highly recommended2. Michelin CrossClimate 2 Test winner
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(Overall rating)Snow traction
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(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - longitudal
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(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
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(Overall rating)Comfort
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Mutual tests
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| Michelin CrossClimate 2 Rating: Good | |||||||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Rating: Very good | |||||||
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| Michelin CrossClimate 2 Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Rating: Test winner | |||||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| Michelin CrossClimate 2 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2 | 2+ | 3 | |||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Rating: Good | 3 | 2+ | 3+ | 3+ | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 36.8 | 50.5 | |||||
| Michelin CrossClimate 2 | 37.9 | 56.4 | |||||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 | 36.9 | 53.5 | |||||
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| Michelin CrossClimate 2 Rating: Exemplary | |||||||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Rating: Exemplary | |||||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Snow | |||
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| Best values in test | 97.5 | 77 | 90 | 90 | |||
| Michelin CrossClimate 2 | 94.9 | 91 | 94 | 100 | |||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 | 97.5 | 98 | 98 | 97 | |||
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| Michelin CrossClimate 2 Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
| Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
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