Vredestein Quatrac vs Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport: Vredestein Quatrac comes in as the seasoned European all-season specialist—balanced, snow-capable, and comfort-minded. Michelin fires back with its 2025-launched CrossClimate 3 Sport, a performance-tuned, V-tread challenger built to push grip and steering precision without giving up four-season utility. We’re pitting them head-to-head across wet braking and handling, dry response, snow traction, noise/comfort, and efficiency to see who wears the all-season king’s crown in 2025.
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Results: Vredestein Quatrac vs Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport
Results below were taken from AutoBild’s 2025 All Season Tire Test with a total of 15 tires tested including a reference winter & summer tire. The graph below shows the comparison between Vredestein Quatrac vs Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport based on the relevant performance category. The Vredestein Quatrac was set as a reference hence at the 100% mark.
Since we are talking about the all season with 3 peak mountain certification segment, the snow performances was tested. The tire size of interest is 225/40 R18 which is a common tire size for Volkswagen Golf & Audi A3. You can check out our latest tire size table for more information. The testing vehicle is a Volkswagen Golf.
Wet
In wet braking, the Vredestein Quatrac stops 3.4 meters shorter than the Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport, a 7% advantage. In wet handling, the Quatrac carries 4.1 km/h more speed than the Michelin, a 5% gain. The pattern holds in straight-line aquaplaning, where Vredestein resists lift-off at 3.8 km/h higher than Michelin, about 5% stronger. Overall, Vredestein is the clearer wet-weather performer.
CrossClimate 3 Sport :
- -7% in wet braking
- -5% in wet handling
- -5% in straight aquaplaning
Snow
In snow braking, the Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport stops 0.9 meters shorter than the Vredestein Quatrac, a 4% advantage. In snow traction, Michelin pulls 236 N more than Vredestein, about 9% stronger. The same story continues in snow handling, where the CrossClimate 3 Sport carries 1.2 km/h more speed than Vredestein, a 2% gain. Overall, Michelin is the stronger snow performer here.
CrossClimate 3 Sport :
- +4% in snow braking
- +9% in snow traction
- +2% in snow handling
Mileage
In wear, the Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport lasts 700 km longer than the Vredestein Quatrac, a 2% advantage. In abrasion, Michelin loses 399 g less material than Vredestein, about 44% lower. Overall, Michelin looks more durable here.
CrossClimate 3 Sport :
- +2% in mileage
- +44% in abrasion
Dry
In dry braking, the Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport stops 1.5 meters shorter than the Vredestein Quatrac, a 4% advantage. In dry handling, the CrossClimate 3 Sport carries 1.2 km/h more speed than Vredestein, a 1% gain. Overall, Michelin edges both braking and handling to take the dry win.
CrossClimate 3 Sport :
- +4% in dry braking
- +1% in dry handling
Noise
In noise, the Vredestein Quatrac is 1.4 dB quieter than the Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport (≈2% lower). Overall, Vredestein is the quieter pick.
CrossClimate 3 Sport :
- -2% in exterior noise (-1.4 dB)
Rolling Resistance
In rolling resistance, the Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport measures 1.35 N/kN lower than the Vredestein Quatrac, about 18% lower. Overall, Michelin is the more efficient choice.
CrossClimate 3 Sport :
- +18% in rolling resistance
Price
In 225/40 R18, the Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport costs €42 more than the Vredestein Quatrac, about 45% higher.
Tire size: 225/40 R18
- Quatrac : € 94
- CrossClimate 3 Sport : € 136
Difference: +45% more expensive for CrossClimate 3 Sport
Conclusion from a Tire Expert’s Perspective:
From a tire expert seat: Vredestein Quatrac is my wet-weather and comfort pick—shorter wet stops, higher wet/straight-line aquaplaning speeds, quieter cabin, and a much lower price. Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport is my performance and endurance choice—shorter dry and snow braking, quicker snow handling, stronger traction, lower rolling resistance, and better abrasion/wear. If you drive in frequent rain and want value, I’d fit the Quatrac; if you want sharper response with long-term efficiency, I’d go CrossClimate 3 Sport.
Dr Edwin Pang