Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Nokian WR G4 SUV: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 and Nokian WR G4 SUV appear in 33 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 Michelin CrossClimate 2 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, ice, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 90/100, based on 32 tests.
How the Nokian WR G4 SUV performs. It takes the win in snow. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
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 Michelin CrossClimate 2 and Nokian WR G4 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 prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise ice
- You prioritise snow
Test profile
| Metric | Michelin CrossClimate 2 | Nokian WR G4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | All Season | All Season |
| Tests used | 32 | 1 |
| Best rank | #1 | #2 |
| Avg rank | 4.6 | 2.5 |
| Latest test | 2026 | — |
| Tire Lab Score | 90.1 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Michelin CrossClimate 2
Nokian WR G4 SUV
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Michelin CrossClimate 2 | Nokian WR G4 SUV | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 5.5 9115 | No data | Michelin CrossClimate 2 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 2.9 22148 | No data | Michelin CrossClimate 2 |
| ❄️Snow | Avg rank 3.2 271512 | Avg rank 2.7 12 | Nokian WR G4 SUV |
| 🧊Ice | Avg rank 4.7 111 | No data | Michelin CrossClimate 2 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 5.8 255 | No data | Michelin CrossClimate 2 |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 9.5 2 | No data | Michelin CrossClimate 2 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 8.4 23 | No data | Michelin CrossClimate 2 |
💧 Wet: Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Nokian WR G4 SUV
The Michelin CrossClimate 2 wins this category with an average rank of 5.5, compared to no data for the Nokian WR G4 SUV.
☀️ Dry: Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Nokian WR G4 SUV
The Michelin CrossClimate 2 wins this category with an average rank of 2.9, compared to no data for the Nokian WR G4 SUV.
❄️ Snow: Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Nokian WR G4 SUV
The Nokian WR G4 SUV wins this category with an average rank of 2.7, compared to 3.2 for the Michelin CrossClimate 2.
🧊 Ice: Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Nokian WR G4 SUV
The Michelin CrossClimate 2 wins this category with an average rank of 4.7, compared to no data for the Nokian WR G4 SUV.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Nokian WR G4 SUV
The Michelin CrossClimate 2 wins this category with an average rank of 5.8, compared to no data for the Nokian WR G4 SUV.
📏 Mileage: Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Nokian WR G4 SUV
The Michelin CrossClimate 2 wins this category with an average rank of 9.5, compared to no data for the Nokian WR G4 SUV.
🔋 Efficiency: Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Nokian WR G4 SUV
The Michelin CrossClimate 2 wins this category with an average rank of 8.4, compared to no data for the Nokian WR G4 SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Michelin CrossClimate 2 or Nokian WR G4 SUV?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 ranks higher on average than the Nokian WR G4 SUV.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Michelin CrossClimate 2 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Nokian WR G4 SUV across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 ranks better than the Nokian WR G4 SUV.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 shows better mileage performance than the Nokian WR G4 SUV.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Michelin CrossClimate 2 appears in 32 independent tests, Nokian WR G4 SUV in 1.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
