In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (
Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (
Continental). Generally,
Michelin allround tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than
Continental (73%). In this particular case, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 has a better rating of 99% compared to 66% of the Michelin CrossClimate 3. The first tyre test of Michelin CrossClimate 3 was done in 2025, compared to 2020 when was the Continental WinterContact TS 870 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Michelin CrossClimate 3 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (82%) of the Continental WinterContact TS 870 also have B wet ratings.
