Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 delivers the most complete all-weather package in this set. It stops decisively on dry asphalt, steers cleanly, and feels composed at speed. In heavy rain it’s a standout, clearing water confidently in a straight line and through sweepers, which keeps the car stable and easy to place. Snow manners are predictable with good cornering control and safe balance, even if ultimate bite under braking isn’t class-leading. Refinement is solid, rolling efficiency is mid-pack, and the main trade-off is wear rate and overall value versus price.

Continental AllSeasonContact 2 delivers year-round confidence with the most precise dry handling in the test and near-top wet control. Steering response is crisp, balance stays neutral through linked corners, and wet braking feels reassuring. In snow it remains composed with strong traction and short, predictable stops—more secure than sporty. Refinement is good with low interior noise. The trade-offs: average aquaplaning reserves in curves, modest efficiency, and mileage that trails the best, which, paired with a high purchase price, dents overall value. 3PMSF certified; EU label C/B/71.

Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport is the performance-minded take on all-season. Steering is keen and confidence stays high as speeds rise, with tidy balance on dry roads and unusually strong winter capability for this class—traction builds cleanly, cornering stays composed, and control feels intuitive on packed snow. Everyday manners are polished and efficiency is excellent for a grippy all-weather tire. The trade-offs land in the rain where braking and agility lag the best, aquaplaning reserves are only mid-pack, and projected mileage and running cost sit on the high side for frequent drivers. 3PMSF certified; EU label B/A/72.

Vredestein Quatrac is a wet-weather specialist. In heavy rain it feels planted and predictable, with confident turn-in, short stops, and strong resistance to both straight-line and curved aquaplaning. Day-to-day refinement is a plus thanks to low exterior noise. The trade-offs show on snow—traction and braking lack bite—and on dry tarmac where stopping distances and lap pace trail the leaders. Efficiency and longevity are also merely average, tempering its otherwise secure all-round road manners. (225/40 R18 92V, 3PMSF.)

Hankook Kinergy 4S2 plays the dependable all-season card: stable, predictable manners in day-to-day driving with confident mid-corner balance and no glaring safety gaps. Dry and wet lap pace are respectable and easy to manage, and winter behavior is competent with sure traction and controlled stops. Ownership looks favorable thanks to strong wear performance and solid value, though braking distances are longer than the front-runners and cabin hush is only average.

Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 feels like a summer tire with year-round manners. It nails emergency stops on dry asphalt and stays composed in quick transitions. In rain it brakes confidently and clears water well both straight and through sweepers, delivering steady, predictable control. Winter is its compromise: grip on packed snow is serviceable but not sharp, with longer stops and slower traction off the line. Refinement is mixed—comfort is good, but exterior noise is elevated—and efficiency sits mid-pack despite respectable wear.

Michelin CrossClimate 3 is the snow ace of this all-season field. It launches cleanly, bites hard under braking, and flows through snowy corners with the assurance of a dedicated winter tire. Day to day it feels composed and durable—high mileage potential and efficient rolling keep costs in check. The compromise is rain: braking stretches, agility fades, and aquaplaning reserves sit mid-pack. Dry pace and stopping are adequate rather than sharp. For cold regions with regular snowfall, it’s a confident, long-lasting choice.

Ceat 4 SeasonDrive X5 delivers honest, all-round traction with notably short stops on dry, wet, and snowy roads. Steering is tidy and predictable at everyday speeds, making it easy to place through lane changes and roundabouts. The big win is value—true all-season usability at a wallet-friendly price with decent efficiency and road manners. Caveat: in heavy rain its aquaplaning reserves are modest, so pace needs trimming when standing water builds. (225/40 R18 92Y, 3PMSF, EU label C/B/72, made in India.)

Kleber Quadraxer 3 channels Michelin’s winter know-how into a budget package that feels secure when it’s cold. On snow it hooks up cleanly, stays composed through the handling loop, and gives reassuring traction out of slower corners. Straight-line aquaplaning resistance is solid and road noise is pleasantly low for this size. The compromises show on rain-soaked and dry tarmac: braking stretches, steering precision fades in quick transitions, and overall pace trails the front group. Rolling resistance is on the higher side, which dents efficiency and value for money.

Laufenn G Fit 4S favors wet-road control with quick, confidence-building turn-in and the strongest lateral grip on the wet circle in this group. Day to day it’s easy to place and calm through linked corners, and winter manners are serviceable with secure snow stopping. The trade-offs: long dry stops, modest aquaplaning reserves in curves, noticeable road noise, and higher rolling effort—so efficiency and refinement trail the leaders. Value is attractive if you prioritize wet composure over all-out winter bite.

Sailun Atrezzo 4Seasons Ultra skews toward low running costs with steady wet safety. Turn-in is a touch soft, but braking in the rain stays dependable and curved-water aquaplaning control is reassuring. On dry roads it feels less precise and needs measured inputs in fast transitions. Winter ability is serviceable rather than sharp—adequate snow stops and traction, yet limited bite in linked corners. The draw is efficiency: class-leading rolling resistance keeps fuel use down, with acceptable noise and wear for everyday use.

Dunlop All Season 2 is the longevity benchmark of this test—an older design that still delivers dependable, no-drama grip with standout value over the long haul. Day to day it feels calm and predictable, with confident snow manners that make cold-weather commutes straightforward. Wet control is acceptable at moderate pace, though braking and aquaplaning reserves trail the class leaders. On dry asphalt it remains stable but lacks bite in emergency stops. Refinement is average for noise; efficiency is helped by low rolling demand. 3PMSF certified; 225/40 R18 92Y; EU label C/B/71; made in Slovenia.

Toyo Celsius AS2 is tuned for low running costs and steady, predictable manners. It feels composed in rain at everyday speeds with clean guidance through bends and respectable aquaplaning control. On snow it remains manageable but lacks bite under braking and drive-off traction, so progress is calmer than quick. Dry-road behavior is adequate rather than sharp, prioritizing stability over speed. The draw is economy: strong mileage and thrifty rolling make it a sensible long-haul choice if outright grip isn’t the priority.

Linglong Sport Master 4S is a fair-weather biased all-season. On dry tarmac it reacts promptly, holds a clean line, and stops with conviction—easy to place through quick transitions for the money. In the rain the edge softens: pace is workable but agility and braking lag the front group, and standing water erodes confidence sooner both straight and across sweepers. Snow exposes the limitation—longer stops, muted traction, and cautious cornering. Efficiency also trails due to higher rolling effort, and refinement is only mid-pack. Best suited to mild climates where dry grip per euro matters more than true four-season versatility.