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Snow Tires
- Best winter tire Michelin X-Ice Xi2 *Est. $100
- Budget snow tire General Altimax Arctic *Est. $80
- Studded snow tire Nokian Hakkapeliitta 7 *Est. $140
- Mild-winter performance tire Michelin Pilot Alpin PA3 *Est. $155
- SUV/Light truck winter tire Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V1 *Est. $130
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- Good snow and ice traction
- Comfortable ride
- Mixed reviews for braking on wet and dry roads
- Expensive
The Michelin Latitude X-Ice Xi2 costs more than the top-rated winter tire for SUVs and light trucks, the Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V1 (*Est. $130), but reviews say the Blizzak performs better. The Michelin gets outstanding scores for snow and ice traction in one test, but owner reviews say the Blizzak does better on treacherous winter roads. Conversely, expert testers find the Michelin only fair on wet and dry roads, but owners say it gets good grip in these conditions. The Michelin winter tire does get uniformly good reviews for its comfortable ride.
ConsumerReports.org conducts the most comprehensive tests of the Michelin Latitude X-Ice Xi2, comparing it with other truck/SUV winter tires in a handy ratings chart. Canada's Automobile Protection Association recommends this tire, and customers at TireRack.com weigh in with their opinions of its real-life performance.
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1. ConsumerReports.orgDetails/Subscribe
ConsumerReports.org tests 10 winter tires for light trucks and SUVs are tested, including the Michelin Latitude X-Ice Xi2. Experts judge each tire's traction on snow, braking in different conditions, as well as handling, noise, hydroplaning, ride comfort and rolling resistance.
Review: Winter Truck Tire Ratings, Editors of ConsumerReports.org
2. Automobile Protection Association
The Michelin Latitude X-Ice Xi2 is a top pick on this Canadian nonprofit organization's list of the best winter tires. Experts here say it "performs better on ice than in slush and deep snow."
Review: Winter Tire Info: SUV Tires, Editors of the Automobile Protection Association
3. Tire Rack
About 30 owners have posted reviews for the Michelin Latitude X-Ice Xi2 at this retail website. It gets excellent or superior scores in all categories -- wet, dry, ice and snow grip, as well as noise, ride comfort and treadwear -- but it still ranks behind the Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V1.
Review: Michelin Latitude X-Ice Xi2, Contributors to TireRack.com
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