Michelin X-Ice Snow 245/40R20
Michelin X-Ice Snow 245/40R20 XL 99H Studless Ice & Snow Tire 81241
💡 Is the Michelin X-Ice Snow 245/40R20 a Good Tire?
The Michelin X-Ice Snow 245/40R20 is a winter studless ice and snow tire designed for performance sedans and sport coupes. It delivers excellent snow and ice traction with reliable cold-weather handling thanks to its advanced winter compound and multi-directional sipe technology. Ride comfort is good for a winter tire with acceptable road noise levels, though tread life is shorter than all-season alternatives due to the softer winter compound. Rated Excellent by TireRack based on 436 consumer surveys, it excels in winter conditions but requires seasonal changeover and storage when not in use. Currently priced from $299.4, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Michelin X-Ice Snow 245/40R20 is a winter tire, designed for coupe, sedan, and crossover drivers who prioritize confident traction and stability in cold weather conditions throughout the tire's lifespan. Its tread design and compound focus on maintaining grip across varying winter conditions, from clear cold roads to deep snow and ice.
The tire features Michelin's FleX-Ice™ 2.0 compound with inclusion technology that creates micro-roughness on the tread surface for improved snow and ice grip, while high silica content maintains flexibility in severe cold. The directional V-shaped tread pattern includes increased groove widths compared to previous generations, engineered to enhance hydroplaning resistance and slush performance while maximizing snow-to-snow traction. Driver feedback points to reliable performance across wet and dry winter conditions, with consistent comfort and handling response throughout extended use.
Compared to all-season tires, it prioritizes cold-weather traction and ice grip over year-round versatility. Overall, it's a solid choice for passenger vehicles used primarily for winter driving in regions with snow, ice, and freezing temperatures.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
★Michelin X-Ice Snow 245/40R20 ❄️ Dedicated winter tire | $299.4 | ⭐ Excellent (436 reviews) | Winter commuting in snow and ice conditions | ❄️ Winter |
🌤️ All-season versatility | $270.77 | ⭐ N/A | Daily commuting in variable weather conditions | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Comfort-focused touring | $282.49 | ⭐ Excellent (802 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in luxury sedans | 🌤️ All Season |
🏁 Ultra high performance | $319.89 | ⭐ Good (225 reviews) | Sports sedans and performance coupes requiring year-round capability | ☀️ Summer |
🏁 Ultra high performance | $324.3 | ⭐ N/A (13 reviews) | Sports car daily driving | ☀️ Summer |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"Survey data confirms this studless winter tire delivers exceptional snow and ice traction for sedan and crossover drivers. The $299 price point may stretch budgets compared to budget winter options."
