The presented tyre is marked with 3PMSF symbol (Three Peak Mountain Snow Flake). It means that the tyre meets the EU requirements for winter tyres. The symbol is awarded after thorough tests of a tyre model in terms of snow grip.
Michelin X-ICE Xi2 is a winter tire developed for coupes, sedans and family vans. It is a perfect choice for drivers who want to combine enhanced ice and snow traction with predictable wet and dry road handling. Reduced vehicle fuel consumption and emissions of CO2 gases is the result of the fact that most X-Ice Xi2 tyres meet Michelin's Green X standard* for low rolling resistance. The X-Ice Xi2 is designed to cope with the coldest winter driving conditions around the world.
Michelin's FleX-Ice silica-based winter tread’ rubber compound was used in a directional tread design that helps water and slush drainage to improve hydroplaning resistance. In order to improve traction on ice- and snow-covered roads, independent shoulder and intermediate tread blocks which feature a combination of multiple micro-pumps and Cross Z-Sipes were moulded. What is more, the Cross Z-Sipes increase tread and shoulder block stability to provide the lateral and longitudinal stiffness which ensures better driving precision on dry and wet roads. The tire's internal structure is equipped with twin steel belts reinforced by a spirally wound nylon to optimize the tire profile simultaneously enhancing high-speed performance. Michelin X-Ice Xi2 winter tires are marked with the mountain/snowflake symbol and meet the industry's severe snow service requirements.
The X-Ice Xi2's tread grooves include snow platform indicators that inform the driver when ice and snow traction will be reduced. This is the result of the fact that the tire's tread reaches the point where the remaining tread depth becomes less effective in deep snow.
Michelin X-ICE Xi2 is a winter tyre designed for passenger cars such as coupes, sedans and family vans. It is the premium class tyre which offers the best performance.