Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Falken EUROALL SEASON AS210: The Michelin CrossClimate 2 has long been regarded as the undisputed king of all-season tires, offering exceptional performance across a variety of conditions. With its innovative tread design and advanced rubber compound, it provides outstanding grip, comfort, and durability. On the other hand, the Falken EUROALL SEASON AS210 aims to challenge this supremacy. Known for its balanced performance and affordability, the Falken tire is gaining traction among drivers. Can the Falken EUROALL SEASON AS210 truly rival the Michelin CrossClimate 2? Let’s delve into a detailed comparison to find out.
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Results: Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Falken EUROALL SEASON AS210
Results below were taken from the 2022 Auto Bild All Season Test. There were 15 tires tested fully this time around which has been shrink down from a initial selection of 25 tires. The graph below shows the comparison between Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Falken EUROALL SEASON AS210 based on the relevant performance category. The Michelin CrossClimate 2 was set as a reference hence at the 100% mark.
Auto Bild did the full range of test including snow & the expensive wear test. The tire size of interest is a 195/55R16 which is a common tire size for Renault Zoe & Peugeot 208. You can check out our latest tire size table for more information. The testing vehicle of choice is a Volkswagen Golf.
Wet
In wet braking, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 stops in 49.2 meters, which is 2.4 meters shorter than the Falken EUROALL SEASON AS210’s 51.6 meters. For wet handling, the Michelin averages a speed of 71.8 km/h, slightly faster than the Falken’s 71.4 km/h.
In wet circle tests, the Falken performs better with a time of 12.31 seconds, compared to Michelin’s 12.39 seconds. However, in straight aquaplaning, the Falken excels with a maximum slipping speed of 82.8 km/h, surpassing the Michelin’s 80.5 km/h.
EUROALL SEASON AS210 :
- -5% in wet braking
- -1% in wet handling
- +1% in wet circle
- +3% in aquaplaning
Snow
The Michelin CrossClimate 2 is particularly strong in snow. In snow braking, it stops in 27.3 meters, which is 1.8 meters shorter than the Falken EUROALL SEASON AS210’s 29.1 meters. For snow traction, the Michelin generates a pulling force of 2574 Newtons, significantly higher than the Falken’s 2242 Newtons.
In snow handling, the Michelin averages a speed of 57 km/h, surpassing the Falken’s 55 km/h. During the snow slalom test, the Michelin achieves a maximum lateral acceleration of 4.6 m/sec², better than the Falken’s 3.98 m/sec².
EUROALL SEASON AS210 :
- -6% in snow braking
- -13% in snow traction
- -4% in snow handling
- -13% in snow slalom
Wear
The Falken EUROALL SEASON AS210 outperforms the Michelin CrossClimate 2 in mileage, lasting 59,199 kilometers compared to the Michelin’s 43,840 kilometers. However, the Falken also has a higher abrasion rate, wearing down at 16.3 grams per 1000 kilometers, whereas the Michelin wears at 14.3 grams per 1000 kilometers.This higher mileage & higher abrasion rate suggests the Falken has a much deeper tread depth compared to Michelin CrossClimate 2.
EUROALL SEASON AS210 :
- +35% in mileage
- -12% in abrasion
Dry
The Michelin CrossClimate 2, which has consistently topped the charts in dry performance for the all-season segment over the last 3-4 years, stops in 39.9 meters during dry braking, which is 4.5 meters shorter than the Falken EUROALL SEASON AS210’s 44.4 meters. For dry handling, the Michelin averages a speed of 93.3 km/h, slightly faster than the Falken’s 92.3 km/h.
EUROALL SEASON AS210 :
- -10% in dry braking
- -1% in dry handling
Noise
In terms of exterior noise, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 produces 71.6 dB, which is 1 dB quieter than the Falken EUROALL SEASON AS210’s 72.6 dB.
EUROALL SEASON AS210 :
- -1% in exterior noise (+1 dB)
Rolling Resistance:
In terms of rolling resistance, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 performs better with 7.24 N/kN compared to the Falken EUROALL SEASON AS210’s 9.35 N/kN. This lower rolling resistance contributes to better fuel efficiency, with the Michelin consuming 5.67 liters per 100 km, slightly less than the Falken’s 5.79 liters per 100 km.
EUROALL SEASON AS210 :
- -23% in rolling resistance
- -2% in fuel consumption
Price
The Falken EUROALL SEASON AS210, priced at €91, is significantly more affordable than the Michelin CrossClimate 2, which costs €141. This makes the Falken tire 55% cheaper than the Michelin.
Tire size: 195/55R16
Difference: -55% more cheaper for EUROALL SEASON AS210.
Conclusion
As a tire expert, I find both the Michelin CrossClimate 2 and the Falken EUROALL SEASON AS210 have their unique advantages. The Michelin CrossClimate 2 excels in snow and dry performance, offers superior wet braking, and provides better fuel efficiency due to its lower rolling resistance. Additionally, it consistently tops the charts for all-season performance. On the other hand, the Falken EUROALL SEASON AS210 stands out with its higher mileage and affordability, being 55% cheaper. While the Michelin is quieter and performs exceptionally in various conditions, the Falken offers a cost-effective option with commendable performance in wear and straight aquaplaning.
Dr Edwin Pang