The 10 Best All-Season Tires for Snow in 2024

Driving a car in any condition isn’t a problem, as long as you have the right set of tires. The industry evolved over the past decades, which brought us multiple tire categories depending on your needs. People that go off-roading have tons of mud-terrain tires to choose from, or EV owners have whisper-quiet touring ones. For a long time, most tires were designed to be good at one thing and one thing only.

Thanks to modern technology and research and development, today we have tires that can be good at two things at once. You no longer need dedicated winter tires. Like all-terrain tires are capable of on and off-road performance, so are all-season ones when it comes to various climates.

An all-season tire is classified as a model that can be used throughout the whole year. For the most part, the tire will perform excellently in the summer, on par with a dedicated summer tire. The problem occurs in the winter, on snow.

If you’ve ever read a review of any all-season tire, you’ll remember that each one has a separate section for snow performance. Even though an all-season tire will never be as good as a proper winter one, it can be used in lighter conditions.

Some people, including me, follow the dual tire setup owning a summer and winter tire. It boils down to preference and conditions. The winters in my country aren’t too harsh, and technically I’d be fine with some all-season tires, so you could probably say that I’m being prepared.

On the other hand, there are people that want to avoid the tire replacement and go for an all-season option. If the conditions allow for it and you are part of that group, then today’s list will be of great use. I’ll outline my top picks for all-season tires that can perform well in snowy conditions.

These tires won’t be in a best to worst order, and to cover a wider audience, I’ll mention tires from different categories and for different types of cars.

Top 10 Best All-Season Tires

1. Michelin CrossClimate 2
2. Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack
3. Vredestein Quatrac 5
4. Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus
5. Michelin Pilot Sport All-Season 4
6. Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+
7. Continental CrossContact LX25
8. Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV
9. Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure with Kevlar
10. Firestone Destination A/T2

#1. Michelin CrossClimate 2

Michelin is known for making excellent all weather tires, and the CrossClimate 2 is no exception. This grand touring all-season tire may not be the absolute best in its class, but it has some things that go in its favor.

In dry conditions, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 is an excellent tire. It can deliver high levels of grip and traction, making it more than capable for everyday driving. Even if you overdo it, the tire will keep your car in check, making it a safe option. Another thing that adds to safety is the braking distances which are among the shortest in its class.

This tire’s performance on wet roads is just as impressive. The CrossClimate 2 can deliver a very stable and planted feel. In the corners, it hugs the road and holds the line without too many problems. Michelin’s V-shaped pattern makes it excellent at aquaplaning resistance.

As a grand touring tire, the handling isn’t its strongest side. It’s decently responsive, which is fine for most people, but the feedback feels a bit muted. Generally, this is something enthusiasts may have a problem with.

When looking for supurb traction in snow, there aren’t too many winter tires that can outperform the CrossClimate 2, which shouldn’t be a surprise. The tire has the 3PMSF rating, so it performs better than an M+S tire. It can handle light snow without too many problems and deliver excellent traction. Even in deep snow, the tire won’t be completely useless, which is not something you can say about some of its competitors.

Comfort and noise levels are also very good. The CrossClimate 2 can deliver a smooth ride, eliminating bumps and road imperfections and keeping the cabin mostly vibration-free. Noise levels aren’t the lowest in the industry but are close enough.

Michelin bumped up the treadwear warranty from the previous version, and the tire now comes with a 60,000-mile warranty. In the premium grand touring segment, there are better options.

#2. Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack

If you are looking for the quietest grand touring all-season tire with decent snow performance, the Turanza QuietTrack is the right choice. Bridgestone didn’t just put a lot of effort into making it quiet, it also worked a lot on performance.

With the Turanza QuietTrack, you will be getting excellent performance on dry roads. Grip and traction won’t be a problem for regular driving, and the tire will have no problem in acceleration or cornering. Despite not being a performance-oriented one, you can push it a bit without consequences.

Wet performance isn’t as impressive, mainly in the braking area. The Turanza QuietTrack offers short braking distances without a doubt, but the CrossClimate 2 is better at this. In terms of grip and traction, the tire won’t disappoint. The performance is there, and the stability is excellent, thanks to the excellent water evacuation properties.

The handling is good but not as good as the performance-oriented tire. You will get decent responsiveness with an acceptable amount of feedback through the steering wheel.

On snow-covered roads, the Turanza QuietTrack is a tire that is more than usable. You can rely on the traction in lighter conditions and get around just fine. It will handle acceptably well and won’t surprise you with a sudden loss of traction. Things will worsen progressively as the depth of the snow increases.

Refinement is what a grand touring tire is designed for, and the Turanza QuietTrack is no exception. The comfort levels are excellent, and the tire delivers a luxurious driving experience. Combine that with the lowest noise levels on the market, and you get a very well refined tire.

Even in the warranty section, the Turanza QuietTrack is leading the pack. With an 80,000-mile treadwear warranty, you are looking at the longest one in this category.

#3. Vredestein Quatrac Pro

You don’t have to pay top dollar to get an all-season grand touring tire with decent snow performance, and the Quatrac Pro is proof of that. Despite being in the mid-range segment, the tire can deliver some good winter performance, which is why it’s on this list.

The dry performance of the Quatrac Pro is excellent. For daily driving, the grip and traction levels are higher than what most people would need, meaning you’re getting plenty. As a result, there is some headroom if you get carried away, and you’ll have short braking distances to keep you safe. Surprisingly, the handling isn’t as poor as I thought it would be. There’s a good amount of responsiveness combined with decent feedback. It’s not a performance tire, so most people would be happy with this. My only criticism is that it needs just a bit more precision.

Another surprise from this tire is the wet performance. The Quatrac Pro does a phenomenal job of delivering traction on damp roads, resulting in almost no slip in most situations. The cornering grip is also very good, and as long as you’re not too aggressive, you won’t experience any understeer. With this tire, you’re also getting short braking distances, better than many rivals in the mid-range segment. The tire’s aquaplaning resistance is pretty good, but I wouldn’t classify it as the best, as some models offer slightly better stability.

We’re here about snow performance, and the Quatrac Pro doesn’t disappoint. The tire’s traction levels on snow are excellent for the category, putting this tire very close to the premium segment. While there is a slight difference between the grip on packed and unpacked snow, it’s not overly pronounced, and the tire does an excellent job in both situations. Like most tires in this category, it will do an excellent job in lighter conditions, and for the harsher ones, you’ll need to look at dedicated winter tires.

The Quatrac Pro is a pretty well refined tire, which is a high praise for a mid-range model. You’re getting a comfortable tire capable of smoothing out a decent amount of road imperfections. The dynamic nature means it’s a bit on the firm side but not in an uncomfortable way. As a touring option, the noise levels are pretty good. The tire is relatively quiet around town, and while there is a hum at highway speeds, it’s not intrusive. In a worst-case scenario, there is a bit of a roar when you’re driving on rougher roads.

I feel like the warranty is a bit disappointing, especially when you consider the rest of the performance. The Quatrac Pro comes with a 50,000-mile treadwear warranty, putting it in the middle of the mid-range class.

#4. Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus

Let’s say you want a UHP tire that isn’t useless in snowy conditions. This is where the ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus comes into play. With some improvements over the regular DWS 06 model, it’s clear why I’m including it in this list.

Dry performance is something that the ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus does very well. There’s tons of grip and traction, meaning the tire will handle anything from daily to aggressive driving. With the super high-performance levels, you also get very short braking distances. On the handling side of things, you have a very responsive tire, which, unfortunately, may feel a bit muted in some situations.

Like most Continental tires, the ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus does an excellent job in wet conditions. Damp roads are not an issue and the tire’s grip and traction will be enough to prevent slip or understeer. On the safety side of things, the tire’s braking distances are among the shortest in this segment. In addition to that, the stability in pouring rain isn’t compromised thanks to the excellent aquaplaning resistance.

The snow performance of the ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus is pretty good for lighter conditions. It deals with shallow snow decently well, and you won’t experience too much slip. Packed snow can be a bit problematic, especially if you’re a bit more aggressive.

Performance tires aren’t as refined as touring ones, so you can expect that with the ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus. There’s a good amount of comfort, and the tire won’t feel too harsh. Even though it dampens potholes well, you’ll still notice them. The noise levels are pretty good for a UHP tire. You will hear a hum, but it won’t be overly pronounced like with some of tis rivals.

As for the warranty, the ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus doesn’t disappoint. There’s a 50,000-mile treadwear warranty, among the longest in this segment.

#5. Michelin Pilot Sport All-Season 4

I cannot mention the ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus without talking about the Michelin Pilot Sport All-Season 4. Considering how closely matched both all season tires are, you can expect to have similar winter weather performance.

Looking at the performance in dry conditions, it’s clear that the Pilot Sport All-Season 4 is a UHP tire. With the excellent traction and lateral grip, this is definitely the best tire in its class. You can drive it much harder than you think is possible and would still have no problems.

In my opinion, the Pilot Sport All-Season 4 is one of the best all weather tires. Even though I praised the Continental for its handling characteristics, the Michelin tire is not too far behind. The tire sticks to the road without any problems, and with the positive handling, you won’t have any problems even on the limit.

When it comes to snow driving, you’ll have a hard time finding an all-season tire that’s as good as this one. The Pilot Sport All-Season 4 delivers excellent snow traction in lighter conditions. You will have some wheelspin, something that is unavailable. Apart from that, the grip will be more than enough and along with the controllable handling of the tire.

Refinement isn’t something you should expect from the Pilot Sport All-Season 4. The tire doesn’t absorb bumps as good as some of its rivals and won’t eliminate vibrations as much. Noise levels aren’t too bad, but again, it’s far from the best in class.

In the warranty department, the Pilot Sport All-Season 4 also isn’t the best. With a 45,000-mile treadwear warranty, you are getting 5,000 miles less than its Continental counterpart.

#6. Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+

My third pick from the all-season UHP segment is a tire from Bridgestone. Like the continental model, the Potenza RE980AS+ is an upgrade, so there are some improvements here as well.

The dry performance of the Potenza RE980AS+ is excellent, as you’d expect from a UHP tire. It offers more than enough grip and traction for daily driving, leaving you with plenty of room to push it if you want to have some fun. This is backed by the short braking distances and the tire’s predicable nature at the limit. You’re also looking at a very dynamic tire, thanks to the responsive nature combined with a good amount of feedback.

In terms of wet performance, the Potenza RE980AS+ offers good results, mostly. The tire has plenty of traction on damp roads, meaning you won’t experience slip or understeer unless you push it too hard. With that said, a few models in this category do a slightly better job. This is especially noticeable with the braking distances. On the other hand, the tire’s aquaplaning resistance is excellent.

As an all-season tire, the Potenza RE980AS+ deals with snow pretty decently. The traction on unpacked snow is solid, and the tire won’t struggle too much. Driving on packed can be a bit of a struggle, but only if you’re a bit too enthusiastic with the gas pedal. The best part is that in both cases, the braking distances are pretty short.

On the refinement side of things, I feel like there are a bit more compromises than some of the other models. The Potenza RE980AS+ is acceptably comfortable, and even though it deals with bumps fine, it has some stiffness. On a positive note, the noise levels are pretty low. As you can expect, there is a noticeable hum at highway speeds, but it’s not too intrusive.

The warranty situation is identical to that of the Continental model. You’re getting the Potenza RE980AS+ with a 50,000-mile treadwear warranty, putting it near the top of its class.

#7. Continental CrossContact LX25

What about crossover or SUV owners that want an all-season tire usable in the snow? Well, one of the options is the CrossContact LX25. We know that Continental makes excellent all-season tires with decent snow performance, which is one of them.

Traction and grip will not be an issue when you drive on dry roads. There’s plenty of both, meaning that the tire can stick to the road even when you’re more enthusiastically inclined. The CrossContact LX25 will offer a lot more than you’d need for what it’s intended.

In wet conditions, the CrossContact LX25 performs like most Continental tires – excellent. You’ll have loads of grip and traction, meaning that it would take a lot more to upset the tire and lose its grip. It’s not impossible, but most normal drivers will never experience that. This is a very safe tire for wet roads with short braking performance and excellent aquaplaning resistance in wet weather.

Like most touring tires, handling isn’t really sporty-like. While the tire is responsive enough, it’s far from what you’d want if you’re after some fun. Then there’s the feedback which in most cases is more muted than I’d like.

Snow performance is what we’re after, and the CrossContact LX25 doesn’t disappoint. It’s not comparable to a dedicated winter tire, but there is plenty of usable performance in lighter conditions. There is a good amount of traction to get you going, and the tire will be easy to control if it starts to break away.

As a touring tire, the CrossContact LX25 is a well-refined one. It can deal with bumps very well and absorb them without any problems. Road noise is very low, and the only thing you may notice is the sound when you hit a pothole.

The warranty is good, but not the best. With a 70,000-mile treadwear warranty, it’s more than what you’d get with some of the Michelin options but less than a Bridgestone one.

#8. Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV

From the same category as the previous one, we have the Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV tire. It comes as a direct competitor of the CrossContact LX25 – an all-season touring tire designed for SUV and crossover owners.

As far as dry performance is concerned, the CrossClimate 2 SUV does an excellent job. It combines high levels of grip and traction, meaning it’s near the top of its class. In most daily driving scenarios and some aggressive ones, you’ll find that this tire will satisfy your needs. This also covers the braking distances, which are among the shortest in its class. As a touring model, the handling is pretty decent. There is a good amount of responsiveness, and the tire isn’t as muted as I thought it would be.

Wet performance is another aspect of the CrossClimate 2 SUV that won’t disappoint you. Overall, the tire does a pretty good job on damp roads and even though it may be a bit behind some rivals, it’s not a massive difference. The braking distances are marginally longer, but again, it’s not a dealbreaker. As for the aquaplaning resistance, you’re looking at one of the best in this category.

Another side of the CrossClimate 2 SUV that deserves to be praised is its winter capabilities. The tire deals well with snow, meaning you’re getting more than just usable performance. Like most tires on this list, you can get it to slip, but only if you get aggressive with it. The braking distances are also pretty good despite being slightly longer than the leader in this class.

The refinement is another area of the CrossClimate 2 SUV that isn’t disappointing. This tire offers a plush ride, which is what you should expect from a premium model. It irons out smaller road imperfections while keeping the larger hits dampened. The noise levels are also pretty low. You won’t hear too much of it around town, and the hum at highway speeds is barely noticeable, especially in a well-insulated vehicle.

The warranty is a slight disappointment with plenty of Michelin models. You can get the CrossClimate 2 SUV with a 60,000-mile treadwear warranty, putting it behind the Continental model.

#9. Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure with Kevlar

SUV owners that do a bit of on and off-road driving will be happy to hear that there’s a tire that can perform on snow for them as well. The Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure is an all-season all-terrain tire that’s surprisingly good at it.

On the road, the Wrangler A/T Adventure delivers a very good performance. Both on dry and wet road, the tire provides high levels of grip and traction, making it a true all-terrain tire. As for safety, the braking distances are short, while the aquaplaning resistance is superb, keeping the tire stable even at higher speeds.

As for handling, don’t expect wonders, as the Wrangler A/T Adventure won’t be able to deliver them. Responsiveness is average which isn’t a high praise, while the feedback is non-existent in some cases, which isn’t what you’d get with some other all-terrain tires.

The performance on snow will depend on the type of tire you’ll get, it sounds weird but hear me out. The LT-Metric models come with a 3PMSF rating, while the P-ones don’t, and as a result, there’s a slight performance difference. LT-Metric tires are better in deeper snow, while both can deliver excellent traction in packed and unpacked snow. The Wrangler A/T Adventure handles great and delivers acceptably short braking distances.

As an all-terrain tire, the Wrangler A/T Adventure can offer outstanding off-road performance. It will be able to tackle lighter and medium conditions with ease, ranging from dirt roads to shallower mud. For the more extreme conditions, you’ll need a mud-terrain tire.

Refinement is decent for a tire with Kevlar reinforcements. Despite the sturdy sidewall, the Wrangler A/T Adventure is flexible enough to absorb bumps, making it a comfortable one. On the other hand, like most off-road capable tires, it does suffer from some higher noise levels.

The warranty is another area that the Wrangler A/T Adventure is good at. Goodyear sells the tire with a 60,000-mile treadwear warranty, which is on the top end of this category.

#10. Firestone Destination A/T2

Even in the all-terrain segment, more affordable tires can deliver good snow performance. One of those is the Firestone Destination A/T2, an all-season all-terrain tire and the last one on this list. Despite being last, it’s not a tire whose performance should be neglected.

In real-world scenarios, the Firestone Destination A/T2 surprises with the performance it delivers on paved roads. In dry conditions, the tire feels excellent, delivering grip and traction more than what its competitors have to offer. It’s especially surprising how well it can hold the grip in the corners. Wet performance is also excellent, and you have a lot of breathing room in terms of grip and traction. In both cases, the tire delivers very short braking distances, and in heavy rain, the aquaplaning resistance is excellent.

Like with the previous tire, the Destination A/T2 cannot be crowned as the best handling tire on the market. It does deliver more responsiveness than the Goodyear model, but the feedback is just as limited.

Snow is another area where Firestone made some significant improvements over the previous model. Thanks to the tread pattern and higher void areas, the Destination A/T2 has excellent traction even in deeper snow. It can bite into packed snow, resulting in a tire that not only handles well but manages to deliver grip and traction.

As for off-roading, the Destination A/T2 performs as an all-terrain tire. In almost all scenarios, the tire will deliver excellent performance. It may start to struggle in very deep mud, which isn’t a surprise. At the end of the day, it’s not designed for the most extreme situations, so you shouldn’t expect that.

Refinement seems to go in favor of the Destination A/T2. The comfort levels are acceptable and will deal with bumps pretty well while eliminating some of the vibrations from hitting bigger holes. Noise levels are somewhere in the middle, making it acceptably quiet for an all-terrain tire.

The Destination A/T2 falls in the mid-range category, so with a 55,000-mile treadwear warranty, this is another area where it deserves a praise.