Another vote for the CrossClimate 2. I have them on our 2016 Honda Civic and have been very impressed with how quiet they are (despite the open tread look), excellent traction in rain and snow as well. Plan on installing a set on my daughter's 2016 CrossTrek at the end of the summer. Only downside is they are a bit more expensive and often out of stock due to their popularity.
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I have a 2013 Crosstrek and have been researching tires as well. I’m glad the cross climate 2’s made your cut, because they seem to be one of the better ones for this Subaru. I currently have Michelin Defender M+S 101H’s (I bought it like that) that I hate. My last 2013 ‘trek I put the Firestone Weathergrip tires on it. I really loved everything about those tires…except the price. Our NY winters can be brutal so I wanted to be ready for whatever comes at us!!
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I’d take the Generals.
I think the best tires are the Michelin Cross Climate 2's Costco has a sale $150.00 off just about every other month. A friend put them on and he raves about them plus the reviews are great. Not cheap but worth every penny. I will be putting a set on my grandsons Crosstrek before this coming winter.
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Also scroll down and look at the "Total Miles Reported" (Statistically that's a large population for averaging),
and the Country of Origin where they are manufactured.
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and the Country of Origin where they are manufactured.
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Have always used tire rack for my tire reviews and choices. Have never been let down in the past. Will be swapping out the new Yoko's on my incoming 2022 Sport in a few weeks. Leaning towards the CrossClimate2's but have been looking hard at the new Bridgestone Weatherpeak's.
Update: Went with the Crossclimate's. Initial review is limited but they offer a nice ride, quiet and absorbing. Of course, only comparing them to the G91's.
I'll update over time. Excited for winter (when the time comes) Ill take some more warmth for now.
I'll update over time. Excited for winter (when the time comes) Ill take some more warmth for now.
Second update, i actually have news to report. short time frame, but just took a 1200 mile road trip as soon as they were installed. A long road trip on new tires is a rather good way to evaluate these for summer riding. You are hyper focused on the differences from the previous tire as well as its general performance
MPG - No change, averaged 31 mpg over highways, back roads and doddling around national park roads. I hate that i have to say this here everytime, but yes verified and does match the cars mpg gauge.
Ride - quieter than the geolanders that they replaced, absorb more road noise. Response is slightly less, very slight, but nothing to worry about. The g91's were smooth and hard as rocks. I think the cc's handle just fine and feel confident cornering. You feel sticky to the road. For a deep tread the ride is remarkable.
Limited wet riding but when i have no complaints. Flew through a couple puddles and water evacuated great.
My initial summary is this. I held off on wanting this tire because well, its different. You see the tread and worry about road noise, mpg, etc. Its not a worry, just like any other tire. With defenders on my Tacoma and crossclimates on the trek, they may be the only tires i buy. Always felt great with Michelin's. They add a nice aggressive look without going overboard.
I can already tell they will perform fine in the snow, but will update when i get there. I already see myself buying this tire when the next set comes up. I feel i have to say something negative. The deep tread does gather more rocks and had a rather sharp one get stuck on a dirt road. No real damage , just one of the treads has a little pucker. On scarified asphalt, there are some interesting sounds at times. Minor things.
I see why these are highly rated.
MPG - No change, averaged 31 mpg over highways, back roads and doddling around national park roads. I hate that i have to say this here everytime, but yes verified and does match the cars mpg gauge.
Ride - quieter than the geolanders that they replaced, absorb more road noise. Response is slightly less, very slight, but nothing to worry about. The g91's were smooth and hard as rocks. I think the cc's handle just fine and feel confident cornering. You feel sticky to the road. For a deep tread the ride is remarkable.
Limited wet riding but when i have no complaints. Flew through a couple puddles and water evacuated great.
My initial summary is this. I held off on wanting this tire because well, its different. You see the tread and worry about road noise, mpg, etc. Its not a worry, just like any other tire. With defenders on my Tacoma and crossclimates on the trek, they may be the only tires i buy. Always felt great with Michelin's. They add a nice aggressive look without going overboard.
I can already tell they will perform fine in the snow, but will update when i get there. I already see myself buying this tire when the next set comes up. I feel i have to say something negative. The deep tread does gather more rocks and had a rather sharp one get stuck on a dirt road. No real damage , just one of the treads has a little pucker. On scarified asphalt, there are some interesting sounds at times. Minor things.
I see why these are highly rated.
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Everyone I know that has the CC2's love them. however rather than the general tires you listed (which I've used and liked) there is a new more comparable to the CC2 tires General ALTIMAX 365 AW, I say more comparable because they are all weather tires like the cross climate's both are snow rated with the 3PMS symbol.
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I was looking at the Michelin Cross Climate 2s and had all but finalized my decision. For what it's worth, the tire center guy at my subaru shop said they are seeing very low mileage (~32K - 38K) on these tires. He suggests this is particular to particulars of the Subaru all wheel drive system. He is recommending the Continental General Altimax 365 AWs. My research hasn't turned up specific low mileage info, but the Altimax seem to be performing quite well for Subarus.
Just saying...
Just saying...
My all season tire of choice for the last 3 years is the Yokohama AVID ASCEND LX.
I love it for all driving styles. It is good at everything, cornering, quiet ride, comfort, steering precision, rolling resistance, rain and snow. If you try it you will not be disappointed.
They improved the handling of my 2019 Crosstrek Premium so much that I won’t buy a different tire. When my new 2023 Crosstrek premium, 6 speed, arrives this month, I will throw away the oem tires and put on the Yokohama AVID ASCEND LX immediately and enjoy the precise steering responsiveness and all the other qualities. The difference is day and night.
I want my tire to be good at everything, the AVID ASCEND LX is that tire.
I love it for all driving styles. It is good at everything, cornering, quiet ride, comfort, steering precision, rolling resistance, rain and snow. If you try it you will not be disappointed.
They improved the handling of my 2019 Crosstrek Premium so much that I won’t buy a different tire. When my new 2023 Crosstrek premium, 6 speed, arrives this month, I will throw away the oem tires and put on the Yokohama AVID ASCEND LX immediately and enjoy the precise steering responsiveness and all the other qualities. The difference is day and night.
I want my tire to be good at everything, the AVID ASCEND LX is that tire.
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I'm sure these are great tires, I've always liked Yokohama, but they are all season not all weather, they are not snow rated with the 3PMS symbol
I think the OP was looking for snow capability too.
Well, took till the end of January to get a good snow ride in.
Drove home from work, 24 miles, wet snow falling heavy so it was slick. Im happy. I dont think they are as good as my old blizzaks for steering on ice, but i think that is to be expected. Im not saying theyre bad at steering, just not as good as a softer compound with thousands of sipes. The cc2's are 3 peak, but also all season. In deeper snow they are wonderful, they grip the snow well and steer good. Stopping is fine, again less so on ice, but fine. I have a steep driveway, probably said that 100 times this thread. Without even getting a head start, i methodically drove up my drive, about 4 inches of snow with ice-ish underneath, without a hiccup. I would say they ride as expected. Better than most all seasons, not quite as good as dedicated snows. Depending on mileage, would probably buy again.
Drove home from work, 24 miles, wet snow falling heavy so it was slick. Im happy. I dont think they are as good as my old blizzaks for steering on ice, but i think that is to be expected. Im not saying theyre bad at steering, just not as good as a softer compound with thousands of sipes. The cc2's are 3 peak, but also all season. In deeper snow they are wonderful, they grip the snow well and steer good. Stopping is fine, again less so on ice, but fine. I have a steep driveway, probably said that 100 times this thread. Without even getting a head start, i methodically drove up my drive, about 4 inches of snow with ice-ish underneath, without a hiccup. I would say they ride as expected. Better than most all seasons, not quite as good as dedicated snows. Depending on mileage, would probably buy again.
That garage setup looks awesome, I am jealous 👍.
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