Michelin X-Ice Xi2 Tire Review
Winter Tire
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"Excellent traction regardless of the winter condition." That is what the Michelin X-Ice Xi2 promises to deliver as a studless ice and snow tire. Featuring Michelin’s FleX-Ice silica compound, the tire offers predictable stability and handling on both dry and wet roads at higher temperatures and reliable grip amid packed snow and ice in lower temperatures.
The Michelin X-Ice Xi2 uses Cross Z siping technology, which features a full-depth directional tread pattern, 3D sipes, and micropumps. These new features minimize hydroplaning while increasing stability and grip in various winter weathers and road conditions. The wider tread contact patch further improves the tire’s acceleration, braking, and cornering to provide excellent winter maneuvering.
All X-Ice Xi2 sizes and models also pass the Michelin Green X Standard. This means the tire offers low-rolling resistance, which helps decrease your fuel consumption and carbon emission.
The Michelin X-Ice Xi2 comes in a variety of sizes. This tire’s width ranges from 175-285mm while its rim diameter ranges from 14”-19”. With the available specifications, this tire matches well with mid-range to bulky cars including passenger sedans, crossover vehicles, family SUVs, and light trucks.
As it passes the industry’s severe snow requirements, this tire is branded with the mountain/snowflake symbol. Its MSRP starts at roughly $105 and varies depending on your size and vendor of choice.
Tire Test Results
Winter conditions greatly vary, depending on where you live. The season may bring very light snow, or it can go full blizzard, covering roads with a snow or ice blanket. The Michelin X-Ice Xi2 promises to get you through the winter season, no matter how rough it maybe.
Pros
Cons
On the whole, the Michelin X-Ice Xi2 is a desirable tire that provides comfort and inspires confidence in drivers. Although it’s flawed when it comes to treadwear and action on deep snow and ice, the precise handling and predictable stability it offers more than make up for it. If you want a tire that gives great overall winter performance, this is a great choice.
Winter Tire
Tabitha on Google+
"Excellent traction regardless of the winter condition." That is what the Michelin X-Ice Xi2 promises to deliver as a studless ice and snow tire. Featuring Michelin’s FleX-Ice silica compound, the tire offers predictable stability and handling on both dry and wet roads at higher temperatures and reliable grip amid packed snow and ice in lower temperatures.
The Michelin X-Ice Xi2 uses Cross Z siping technology, which features a full-depth directional tread pattern, 3D sipes, and micropumps. These new features minimize hydroplaning while increasing stability and grip in various winter weathers and road conditions. The wider tread contact patch further improves the tire’s acceleration, braking, and cornering to provide excellent winter maneuvering.
All X-Ice Xi2 sizes and models also pass the Michelin Green X Standard. This means the tire offers low-rolling resistance, which helps decrease your fuel consumption and carbon emission.
The Michelin X-Ice Xi2 comes in a variety of sizes. This tire’s width ranges from 175-285mm while its rim diameter ranges from 14”-19”. With the available specifications, this tire matches well with mid-range to bulky cars including passenger sedans, crossover vehicles, family SUVs, and light trucks.
As it passes the industry’s severe snow requirements, this tire is branded with the mountain/snowflake symbol. Its MSRP starts at roughly $105 and varies depending on your size and vendor of choice.
Tire Test Results
Winter conditions greatly vary, depending on where you live. The season may bring very light snow, or it can go full blizzard, covering roads with a snow or ice blanket. The Michelin X-Ice Xi2 promises to get you through the winter season, no matter how rough it maybe.
Pros
- The tire generally produces minimal noise, providing for a quiet and comfortable ride.
- It performs well, regardless if it’s faced with dry, wet, slushy, or snowy roads.
- Handling, cornering, and braking are excellent, allowing for complex maneuvers and reducing stopping distance.
- The tire’s grip is strong, even on dry roads, making it a relatively effective tire throughout the year.
Cons
- Contrary to what its warranty says, the tire’s tread life is only average.
- Traction is generally diminished when the tire is used on deep snow and very icy roads.
On the whole, the Michelin X-Ice Xi2 is a desirable tire that provides comfort and inspires confidence in drivers. Although it’s flawed when it comes to treadwear and action on deep snow and ice, the precise handling and predictable stability it offers more than make up for it. If you want a tire that gives great overall winter performance, this is a great choice.
Similar Winter Tires:
Michelin X-Ice Xi3
Pirelli Winter Sottozero Serie II
Dunlop SP Winter Sport 3D
Videos
1. Snow tires, all-season tires, and summer tires comparison on ice.
2. Run flat Ultra High Performance tire comparison.
3. How often do you really need to rotate your tires?
Michelin X-Ice Xi3
Pirelli Winter Sottozero Serie II
Dunlop SP Winter Sport 3D
Videos
1. Snow tires, all-season tires, and summer tires comparison on ice.
2. Run flat Ultra High Performance tire comparison.
3. How often do you really need to rotate your tires?
Warranty
The X-Ice Xi2 offers two warranties aimed at providing customers with optimum satisfaction. The given warranties are:
Standard Limited Warranty—this covers defects in workmanship and materials throughout the lifespan of the original tread or for 6 years from when you bought it, whichever comes first.
40,000-Mile Manufacturer's Treadwear Limited Warranty—Michelin guarantees that all Latitude X-Ice Xi2 tires will get you to at least for 40,000 miles before a replacement is required. However, it’s vital that your front and rear tires are of the same size for the minimum mileage to be achieved.
The X-Ice Xi2 offers two warranties aimed at providing customers with optimum satisfaction. The given warranties are:
Standard Limited Warranty—this covers defects in workmanship and materials throughout the lifespan of the original tread or for 6 years from when you bought it, whichever comes first.
40,000-Mile Manufacturer's Treadwear Limited Warranty—Michelin guarantees that all Latitude X-Ice Xi2 tires will get you to at least for 40,000 miles before a replacement is required. However, it’s vital that your front and rear tires are of the same size for the minimum mileage to be achieved.
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