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The speed index indicates the maximum speed intended for the tyre. Up to this value, the manufacturer guarantees optimum operation with the appropriate tyre pressure. The maximum speed allowed for this vehicle is given in the vehicle owner's manual; this information can be used to select the appropriate speed index for the tyre. The speed index is the last mark on the sidewall of the tyre.
 
Load Index
Permissible maximum axle load per tyre in kg. To be found in the registration certificate or vehicle registration document or read directly from the tyre (two-digit number). It is permitted to fit a tyre with a higher load index.
 
Driving safety despite puncture
Runflat tyres are puncture-resistant tyres with reinforced sidewalls. This creates the so-called run-flat property. In the event of damage, this allows the vehicle to continue driving up to a distance of approx. 100 km (and even beyond depending on the product) at a maximum speed of 80 km/h, even if the pressure has been completely lost. Run-flat tyres even prevent the tyre rubber from jumping off the rim in the event of a loss of air pressure. A flat tyre is therefore still a flat tyre, but it loses some of its drama. Note: All run-flat tyres are marked with the symbol "RSC" (Runflat System Component) and may only be fitted in vehicles with a functioning air pressure control system!
 
Tyres with increased load capacity
Reinforced tyres are designed for higher loads than normal tyres. They can be identified by the designation 'RF' (reinforced) or also 'XL' or 'Extra Load'. They are used on vans, minibuses, off-road vehicles, etc. However, their mounting alone does not automatically result in higher load capacity but also requires a correspondingly higher air pressure. Furthermore, the load capacity index specified in the vehicle documents continues to apply.
 
Tyres with extra high load capacity
The "C" in the term C tyres stands for "commercial". These tyres are specially designed for commercial vehicles. These can be, for example, lighter trucks, delivery vans, flatbed trucks or panel vans. In other words: vehicles that have to move higher loads at a comparatively lower speed. The multi-ply reinforced C tyres are therefore even more load-bearing than reinforced tyres.
 
Mobility-optimised tyres
A tyre with a sealing layer on the opposite side of the tyre tread. In the event of a puncture (e.g. by a nail), this layer blocks any loss of air, even if the foreign body causing the puncture is still in the tyre. It is not necessary to stop or change the tyres immediately at the roadside.
 
Mobility-optimised tyres
A tyre with a sealing layer on the opposite side of the tyre tread. In the event of a puncture (e.g. by a nail), this layer blocks any loss of air, even if the foreign body causing the puncture is still in the tyre. It is not necessary to stop or change the tyres immediately at the roadside.
 
Tyres optimised for electric vehicles.
Tyre developed for electric vehicles. These tyres can also be used without hesitation on vehicles with other drive systems.
 
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Original equipment quality: optimum adjustment to the vehicle
Tyres with a special OEM marking on the sidewall, e.g. "MO" for Mercedes-Benz, were developed in cooperation with a specific car manufacturer and the tyre industry. These tyres have been homologated by the vehicle manufacturer and are a perfect match for a specific model. They have been specially designed to highlight or further improve the performance characteristics of the car in question, thus representing the culmination of a state-of-the-art fine-tuning process that perfectly complements the latest technological developments in the automotive industry. Tyres with manufacturer's markings can of course also be used on other vehicles.
 

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Michelin CrossClimate 2
Michelin
Michelin
CrossClimate 2
245/50 R18 100W EV Suitable

Tyre type

 All-season tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance B Wet grip B Noise emissions 71 dB
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Braking in wet conditions
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Internal noise level
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Fuel consumption
Kilometers driven 1680232
28.01.2024 from David Gauld
When I bought the car in September last year it had recently been fitted with Kumho Ecsta PS71. These were quite skippy on the wet roads despite being marketed as a good performer in wet conditions. Since fitting the CrossClimate 2's I have had far better grip in the wet and winter conditions. We have had loads of rain, flooded roads then ice and then a week of snow. These tyres give confidence in these conditions and help improve the safety of your drive in those conditions. Will buy again.
18.06.2023 from Robert
Have been driving to Cotswolds from London on motorways.
17.04.2023 from CNicol
When I bought my BMW 3 series I had off brand summer tyres on it. I bought Michelin Crossclimate 2 tyres for it and noticed the difference in the handling on dry roads immediately. The car was much firmer and secure on the road when driving at speed. When driving in the torrential wet I found these tyres to struggle a bit but general rain fall they are fine. Took a year and a half before I got serious snow to test them in. I had to drive home 30 miles on rural roads at 5am with no snow tracks to help and to make things harder I was in a rear wheel BMW. These tyres handle it perfectly, they are incredible in snow. Finally, I am a year and a half/ 10000 miles into them and they easy have another 7K/8K worth of miles in them. 5 stars all round, I'm buying them again no question.
24.04.2022 from Len
Grip on wet roads is excellent. No snow since purchase, so can only estimate it as very good. Comfortable ride, but slightly noisier than a regular tyre. Car handles very well on the Crossclimates.
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Bridgestone Potenza Sport
Bridgestone
Bridgestone
Potenza Sport
245/50 R18 104Y XL EVc, with rim protection (MFS)

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip A Noise emissions 72 dB
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Grip in dry conditions
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Driving comfort
Internal noise level
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Fuel consumption
Kilometers driven 10160290
18.12.2025 from Keith
Unlike some who write stuff thinking they're lewis hamilton, im not, but im no miss daisy either. Ive driven it pretty hard at times and whatever has been thrown at these tyres, wet or dry, they have stood up to it. Not a hint of losing it. Exactly what you expect, from mid range premium make tyres.
30.08.2024 from Clive Smith
These are the B-Silent Model and they were 235/55 R19 105Y but this system will not let me specify 55 height. These tyres are absolutely brilliant! I fitted them on the rear and they stopped the road noise from the rear completely. I just wish I had not fitted something different to the front previously, as soon as the fronts wear out I will change to these. I have had no problem with grip, despite racing others around roundabouts.
28.10.2021 from Fluster
Excellent in the wet, no hydroplaning or wheeljerk when driving into puddles at speed. This is my second set of this tyre for this reason.
13.10.2021 from Agop Beyleryan
The tyre is with overall good performance. On wet is losing grip in the corners, however braking in wet conditions is solid
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Bridgestone Blizzak LM 005
Bridgestone
Bridgestone
Blizzak LM 005
245/50 R18 104V XL EVc

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance B Wet grip A Noise emissions 72 dB
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Internal noise level
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Kilometers driven 4069330
24.06.2024 from Des
Great tyres , good all round grip, as I live in Scotland the seasons change every 5mins, with plenty of rain & the odd bit of snow , I do some off road driving and never got the car stuck, I do run this type of tyre all year round , but as the car is quite light I always change my tyres when they get down to 3mm , I think this is far safer ,
01.04.2024 from Robert
The tyres perform unbelievably well. Braking and grip in the wet is just phenomenal. Outstanding performance. Superb and consistent grip in heavy persistent rain along French motorway to the UK, long and short journeys.
16.05.2023 from Racer 1974
I went for the BMW approved (star marked) Blizzak and I’m very happy with the tyres. I’ve had Conti Winter Contact on previous cars and in regular use I would say the Blizzak is very comparable. The car retains decent steering feel and traction on wet and dry roads plus offers a far greater level of grip on snow/slush over a regular tyre. Ride comfort seems pretty much unchanged, as always with winters there is a little more noise but it’s slight and after 5 minutes you don’t notice! Fuel consumption does increase very slightly over the summer tyres BUT that could be down to the cold weather as much as the tyres!
11.05.2023 from Sam Summers
I bought these so that I wouldn't have any mishaps during the winter in my beloved car. I was worried that it would be a nightmare to drive in the snow due to being rear wheel drive and its power. I put these tyres on the front and different winter tyres on the rear and never had any problems at all - very surprised and impressed!
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Bridgestone Turanza ER 42 RFT
Bridgestone
Bridgestone
Turanza ER 42 RFT
245/50 R18 100W *, EVc, run-flat

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance D Wet grip D Noise emissions 70 dB
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Kilometers driven 63999
07.07.2009 from Anthony Webb
Car was designed for these tyres. They perform extremely well!
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Hankook Winter i*cept iZ2 W616
Hankook
Hankook
Winter i*cept iZ2 W616
245/50 R18 104T XL Nordic Compound SBL

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip E Noise emissions 72 dB
just  242.75 £
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Bridgestone Turanza ER 42 RFT
Bridgestone
Bridgestone
Turanza ER 42 RFT
245/50 R18 100W *, EVc, run-flat

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance D Wet grip D Noise emissions 70 dB
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Kilometers driven 63999
07.07.2009 from Anthony Webb
Car was designed for these tyres. They perform extremely well!
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Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 ZP
Michelin
Michelin
Pilot Alpin PA4 ZP
245/50 R18 100H *, EV Suitable, run-flat

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance D Wet grip B Noise emissions 70 dB
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Kilometers driven 52000
25.04.2023 from MeggaManMart
I had Pirelli Sottozero serie ii on my last car and they were awful, but did allow me to get up the drive when covered in snow. These Alpin PA4 ZP's ride much better, grip much better and just don't really feel like a compromise unless you are really pressing on, when a summer tyre would be better. (I don't really push it when temperatures are sub zero.) 5 stars for dry grip, given its a winter tyre.
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Yokohama Advan Neova (AD09)
Yokohama
Yokohama
Advan Neova (AD09)
245/50 R18 104W XL

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
limited stock
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EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance D Wet grip A Noise emissions 70 dB
just  245.07 £
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Michelin X-Ice Snow+
Michelin
Michelin
X-Ice Snow+
245/50 R18 104H XL EV Suitable, Nordic Compound, with rim protectionleiste (FSL)

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance B Wet grip D Noise emissions 69 dB
just  251.58 £
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Bridgestone Potenza S001
Bridgestone
Bridgestone
Potenza S001
245/50 R18 100Y *

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance B Wet grip B Noise emissions 71 dB
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Internal noise level
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Kilometers driven 10380499
01.11.2021 from Jeremy Nicholls
This is the Volvo recommended tyre on this wheel for this car; generally very happy after Goodyear’s on previous non sporting V70s.
01.11.2020 from Stewart Blake LEISHMAN
This is the second set of the same tyres, and yes they hold the road well. When you have 20 something inch of rubber on the road they can really hold there own. The Which magazine holds Bridgestone to high esteem.
13.10.2020 from Bowber
Great tyres, good grip especially in wet, feel safe! Noise isn’t too crazy, hopefully get some decent mileage out of them
11.07.2020 from Pat
Much better in the wet than Dunlop tyres that were on the car.
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Hankook Winter I*Pike RS2 W429
Hankook
Hankook
Winter I*Pike RS2 W429
245/50 R18 104T XL studded, with rim protection (MFS) SBL

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
limited stock
just  254.60 £
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Yokohama Advan Sport (V103S) ZPS
Yokohama
Yokohama
Advan Sport (V103S) ZPS
245/50 R18 100W run-flat

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance D Wet grip C Noise emissions 71 dB
just  255.35 £
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Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4
Michelin
Michelin
Pilot Alpin PA4
245/50 R18 104V XL MO, EV Suitable

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip C Noise emissions 70 dB
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Grip in dry conditions
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Internal noise level
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Fuel consumption
Kilometers driven 102178560
08.06.2026 from Nicholas Baker
car car The Pilot Alpin PA4 is an excellent tyre. The tyre size is 265/30 - 20 and was used on the rear axle of my Alpina B3 GT Touring. I have used this tyre on my previous car, Mercedes AMG E63s Estate. I would have preferred to have bought Pilot Alpin 5 tyres, but they are not available in this size.
28.06.2024 from Andrew
These tyres perform superbly in winter conditions, and are my go-to winter tyre, reviewed on a Quattro S5, but I've used the same tyre on a RWD C250, and they were great on both (even more essential on the RWD car in the cold, in fact). They provide top-tier grip in all cold conditions, and are only slightly noisier and slightly 'harsher' (more bumps) than the summer tyres on the car, which is good going for a winter tyre. They are pricey, but wear well, I have used them for a full winter season, and they will do several more. Well worth the investment in my opinion.
14.07.2023 from farmeron
Bought for winter driving into Italian Alps. Always felt confident and never slipped once on snow or rain. Range does decrease a little with the Tesla which may be a combination of software range prediction and actual range reduction due to factors like rolling resistance. The latter to be expected with Winter Tyres
09.06.2020 from Shane
I changed from SuperSports to Alpine P4A's because I live in a hilly area in the country, and in the winter mornings it can get dicey going down the hill. Although I never used these in full on snow, during the winter months I never once had any scary moments like I would normally. I also noted that at motorway speeds these handled rainfall and taking standing water at speed much better, although not as good as the other car's all seasons tires since these are far wider. I would recommend them, however I would note that you do lose some steering feel at the limit of corners, and off the line traction on hotter days (7c+) was compromised compared to normal SuperSports. A worthy trade-off for the morning and storm confidence in my opinion.
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Bridgestone Blizzak Spike 3
Bridgestone
Bridgestone
Blizzak Spike 3
245/50 R18 104T XL studded

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
limited stock
just  257.41 £
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Nokian Hakka Black 3
Nokian
Nokian
Hakka Black 3
245/50 R18 104Y XL

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip A Noise emissions 70 dB
just  263.16 £
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Falken WINTERPEAK F-ICE 1
Falken
Falken
WINTERPEAK F-ICE 1
245/50 R18 104T XL studded, with rim protection (MFS)

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
limited stock
just  267.57 £
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Bridgestone Blizzak LM 001 RFT
Bridgestone
Bridgestone
Blizzak LM 001 RFT
245/50 R18 100H *, run-flat

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip B Noise emissions 72 dB
just  274.49 £
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Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5
Nokian
Nokian
Hakkapeliitta R5
245/50 R18 104R XL Nordic Compound

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance B Wet grip D Noise emissions 71 dB
just  279.35 £
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Pirelli Winter 240 SottoZero Serie II
Pirelli
Pirelli
Winter 240 SottoZero Serie II
245/50 R18 100V N0, with rim protection (MFS)

Tyre type

Winter

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance D Wet grip C Noise emissions 72 dB
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Kilometers driven 244104
24.05.2019 from James B
These tyres have been superb. The grip in wet and snowy conditions even in a rear wheel drive car has been nothing short of exceptional. They feel good and give you the confidence in even the worst conditions that you can turn into corners and stop in a consistent manner. I've pulled away on hills in snow and not had any wheelspin at all. Only downside is they can be a little noisy but this is hardly noticeable and is a comparison with a summer tyre so not entirely fair.
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