Continental Cross Contact ATR vs Michelin CrossClimate SUV: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Continental Cross Contact ATR and Michelin CrossClimate SUV appear in 4 tests, though they have not yet met head-to-head in the same test. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Continental Cross Contact ATR performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
How the Michelin CrossClimate SUV performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, snow, noise / comfort, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 87/100, based on 4 tests.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Continental Cross Contact ATR and Michelin CrossClimate SUV are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prefer the Continental Cross Contact ATR's brand, sizing or price
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise snow
Test profile
| Metric | Continental Cross Contact ATR | Michelin CrossClimate SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Summer | Touring |
| Type | Summer | All Season |
| Tests used | 0 | 4 |
| Best rank | — | #1 |
| Avg rank | — | 3.8 |
| Latest test | — | 2022 |
| Tire Lab Score | — | 86.6 |
Tire Lab Score
Michelin CrossClimate SUV
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Continental Cross Contact ATR | Michelin CrossClimate SUV | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | No data | Avg rank 3.7 21 | Michelin CrossClimate SUV |
| ☀️Dry | No data | Avg rank 1.5 7 | Michelin CrossClimate SUV |
| ❄️Snow | No data | Avg rank 4.9 23 | Michelin CrossClimate SUV |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | No data | Avg rank 4.9 111 | Michelin CrossClimate SUV |
| 🔋Efficiency | No data | Avg rank 7.0 | Michelin CrossClimate SUV |
💧 Wet: Continental Cross Contact ATR vs Michelin CrossClimate SUV
The Michelin CrossClimate SUV wins this category with an average rank of 3.7, compared to no data for the Continental Cross Contact ATR.
☀️ Dry: Continental Cross Contact ATR vs Michelin CrossClimate SUV
The Michelin CrossClimate SUV wins this category with an average rank of 1.5, compared to no data for the Continental Cross Contact ATR.
❄️ Snow: Continental Cross Contact ATR vs Michelin CrossClimate SUV
The Michelin CrossClimate SUV wins this category with an average rank of 4.9, compared to no data for the Continental Cross Contact ATR.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Continental Cross Contact ATR vs Michelin CrossClimate SUV
The Michelin CrossClimate SUV wins this category with an average rank of 4.9, compared to no data for the Continental Cross Contact ATR.
🔋 Efficiency: Continental Cross Contact ATR vs Michelin CrossClimate SUV
The Michelin CrossClimate SUV wins this category with an average rank of 7.0, compared to no data for the Continental Cross Contact ATR.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Continental Cross Contact ATR or Michelin CrossClimate SUV?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Michelin CrossClimate SUV ranks higher on average than the Continental Cross Contact ATR.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Michelin CrossClimate SUV averages a better dry-braking rank than the Continental Cross Contact ATR across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Michelin CrossClimate SUV ranks better than the Continental Cross Contact ATR.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Continental Cross Contact ATR appears in 0 independent tests, Michelin CrossClimate SUV in 4.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
