Michelin CrossClimate2 285/45R20

Michelin CrossClimate2 285/45R20 XL 112V Grand Touring All-Season Tire 12199

🌀️ All SeasonπŸ’° $407.99πŸ“ 285/45R20πŸš— Passenger Car

πŸ’‘ Is the Michelin CrossClimate2 285/45R20 a Good Tire?

The Michelin CrossClimate2 285/45R20 is an all-season grand touring tire designed for full-size SUVs and light trucks. It delivers strong dry handling and excellent wet weather traction thanks to Michelin's V-Formation tread pattern and silica-enhanced compound. Ride comfort is above average with low road noise, while tread life is competitive for the grand touring category. Rated Excellent by TireRack based on 966 consumer surveys, it provides impressive year-round capability but is not winter-rated for severe snow conditions. Currently priced from $407.99, it is available through major online tire retailers.

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About This Tire

The Michelin CrossClimate2 285/45R20 is an all-season tire, designed for sedan, coupe, crossover and SUV drivers who prioritize year-round versatility and confident performance in everyday driving. Its tread design and compound focus on balancing dry and wet traction while meeting severe snow service requirements with 3PMSF certification.

The CrossClimate2 features Michelin's grand touring construction with a specialized rubber compound that maintains flexibility across temperature ranges. The tire qualifies for the three-peak mountain snowflake symbol, indicating tested capability in snow conditions beyond typical all-season performance. Driver feedback points to strong wet and dry handling characteristics, with notable comfort levels and reliable treadwear performance in daily use.

Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability while adding genuine winter weather capability. Overall, it's a solid choice for crossovers and SUVs used primarily for daily driving in varied seasonal conditions including light snow.

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TirePriceRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Michelin CrossClimate2 285/45R20
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$407.99⭐ Excellent (966 reviews)Daily commuting in variable weather conditions🌀️ All Season
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
$282.26⭐ N/AWinter driving in snow and ice conditions❄️ Winter
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
$347.77⭐ N/A (4 reviews)Luxury sedan winter driving❄️ Winter
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
$359.99⭐ Excellent (701 reviews)Daily highway commuting in crossovers and small SUVs🌀️ All Season
🏁 Sport-oriented all-season
$394.99⭐ Good (81 reviews)Performance sedan daily driving🌀️ All Season
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Michelin CrossClimate2 285/45R20
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$407.99
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Excellent (966 reviews)
Best For
Daily commuting in variable weather conditions
Season
🌀️ All Season
Vredestein Wintrac Pro+ 285/45R20
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
Price
$282.26
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A
Best For
Winter driving in snow and ice conditions
Season
❄️ Winter
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance Gen-1 285/45R20
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
Price
$347.77
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A (4 reviews)
Best For
Luxury sedan winter driving
Season
❄️ Winter
Continental CrossContact LX25 285/45R20
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
Price
$359.99
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Excellent (701 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting in crossovers and small SUVs
Season
🌀️ All Season
Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season RunOnFlat 285/45R20
🏁 Sport-oriented all-season
Price
$394.99
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (81 reviews)
Best For
Performance sedan daily driving
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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3PMSF Certified
Meets severe snow service requirements with three-peak mountain snowflake qualification for enhanced winter traction.
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Wet Performance
Advanced tread compound and design deliver confident handling and braking in wet road conditions.
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Grand Touring
Construction focuses on daily driving comfort with stable handling characteristics for sedans through SUVs.
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All-Weather Design
Single tire solution provides reliable performance across dry, wet, and light snow conditions year-round.
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Treadwear Balance
Compound formulation balances seasonal traction capabilities with long-term durability expectations.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Daily commuting in variable weather conditionsβœ“ Crossover and SUV owners needing year-round capabilityβœ“ Drivers in regions with occasional light snowβœ“ Highway and city driving with comfort priority
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Specifications

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Size
285/45R20
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Load Index
112
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Speed Rating
V
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TirePath Editorial Review

4.7
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"Our verdict: Excels in wet and light snow conditions making it ideal for crossover drivers facing variable weather. The premium price point may deter budget-conscious buyers."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026
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TireRack Ratings

Overall Rating⭐ Excellent
Survey Ratings966 reviews
CategoryGrand Touring All-Season

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Michelin CrossClimate2 285/45R20 XL 112V Grand Touring All-Season Tire 12199
Size285/45R20
Season🌀️ All Season
VehiclePassenger Car