The choice of passenger winter tires is so great today that it is quite difficult for many drivers to decide on a specific manufacturer and model. Often the question is not even worth the price. The main criterion remains the quality and safety of traffic. The implementation of both criteria is promised by the rubber manufacturers Cordiant Snow Cross.

Customer reviews will help us figure out whether this rubber really meets the requirements of the majority, especially since it is offered at a fairly adequate price. Let's sequentially consider all the points regarding these tires, and analyze in detail each element of their structure.

A little about the manufacturer

The Cordiant brand represents a Russian manufacturer called Sibur, which has established itself over the years as a manufacturer of quality rubber designed for the harsh Russian conditions. Since all tests are carried out in conditions as close as possible to those in which the tires will be used, it is possible to achieve quite good results. The products are improved every year, the manufacturer creates the best winter tires, allowing you to choose the most suitable rubber model for the car and driving style.

Brief description of the model

First of all, Cordiant Snow Cross studded tires are designed for use on various types of passenger cars. The lineup has a large number of sizes, so that each driver can choose the option suitable for his car. The model was released relatively recently, which indicates the use of the latest technologies available to the manufacturer at the moment in its development. And every year some changes are made in its production, which allow improving the dynamic characteristics and general indicators in general.

First of all, the Cordiant Snow Cross PW model is focused on stability during high-speed traffic and handling on snow-covered tracks. In order for the user to come across only high-quality products, a control is installed on all factory lines, which checks each tire produced. As a result, the percentage of defects is minimal, and the warranty provided allows you not to worry about it at all.

Unique tread pattern

Although at first glance it may seem that you have already seen these car tires for passenger cars somewhere and the drawing seems painfully familiar, do not rush to conclude about plagiarism. Many manufacturers use basic structural patterns, adjusting them to match their technology. This happened this time as well. The tread was created according to the proprietary Snow-Cor technology, which pursues several goals at once. One of the main directions is the most efficient removal of water and snow from the contact patch with the track. This is facilitated by the structure, which is a ray pattern, diverging from the center to the edges of the tire.

This approach made it possible to make a rubber that not only effectively repels water and snow, but can also independently get rid of sticking snow during a full wheel revolution. The middle closed rib of the Cordiant Snow Cross R15 is designed to effectively cut the snow and push it as quickly as possible to the edges of the tire. It provides directional stability when driving at high speed on a snow-covered track, and also, in tandem with the shoulder zones, helps to make maneuvers without significantly reducing speed.

Lamellas as a factor that increases grip

Do not forget about the structure of the sipes on the Cordiant Snow Cross rubber, the reviews of which we will consider at the end of this article. They ensure the creation of a large number of edges on the tread blocks, allowing you to shovel snow as efficiently as possible. Their Z-shaped structure forms a large number of sharp edges, which, on the one hand, provide dynamic characteristics, and on the other hand, make it possible to reduce the stopping distance due to the effective resistance of the tread blocks.

Ice behavior of tires

Do not forget that in winter there may be ice on the roads, in addition to snow or water. In this case, the studs, made in a two-flange version, come into operation. Their base is made in the form of a snowflake and allows the spike to be fixed in the tire with the highest quality. In case of icy conditions, winter studded tires are rightfully considered the best. Velcro can never handle ice the way spikes do.

Their main task is to prevent slipping during fast acceleration, as well as to maintain dynamic characteristics while driving. The lack of slippage has a positive effect on fuel consumption, allowing you to save a little. In order for the spikes to work out with greater efficiency, the layout of their placement was thought out. And the sharp edges on the studded tread blocks provide even better traction on ice or ice, making the best winter tires even more attractive.

Application of two-layer type tire construction

In order to counteract uneven wear and rapid tire failure, the manufacturer decided to make the tread from two layers of rubber with different characteristics. The top layer is a soft rubber that exhibits good grip properties and improves the dynamic performance of the tire. The inner layer is made of harder rubber. This is done so that the internal pressure of the Cordiant Snow Cross tire is evenly distributed and could not lead to a hernia or simply to disproportionate tread wear. As a result, the rubber has no chance of wobbling due to deformation, and it is also more resistant to punctures, cuts or impacts. The picture is complemented by a strong metal cord, which provides rigidity throughout the tire, even at positive temperatures, when the rubber is very soft.

Patented proprietary rubber compound

The manufacturer decided not only to develop its own technology, but also to patent it to show that truly innovative methods are used in the development. As a result, the name COR-FIX appeared, which testifies to the use of silica, made according to the new formula, in the rubber compound.

Thanks to this modification, winter tires R16 retains the ability to remain soft even at very low temperatures, which has a positive effect on its characteristics. On the other hand, the addition to the composition of silicon and silicic acid makes it possible to reduce its wear when operating at positive temperatures or when driving on cleaned asphalt. As a result, the rubber will last much longer, and it will not have to be changed every season, even with intensive driving and long kilometers.

The main positive aspects according to the manufacturer

Now is the time to compare whether the manufacturer's promises for this car tire for passenger cars actually coincide with the opinions of users. To do this, let's now take a quick look at the list of strengths from the developers, and then compare it with the reviews of real users:

• A peculiar tread pattern, modified using proprietary technology, allows you to confidently move on any type of road surface, while providing excellent directional stability and maneuverability without the threat of skidding.
• An updated rubber compound and a well-thought-out web of sipes increase grip under all circumstances, regardless of the type of road surface and its condition.
• Increasing the depth of the tread pattern, the use of a two-layer structure of its application and the addition of silicic acid in the rubber compound significantly increased the service life of each tire separately and its strength, as well as resistance to various types of damage.

Let's now analyze the reviews and select positive and negative opinions about the properties of these tires. Based on such information, it will be possible to conclude whether it is worth purchasing them for your car.

Positive aspects based on user reviews

It is worth noting in advance that as a result of the analysis of the reviews, a positive impression is formed about the model range, and there are not so many criticisms of this rubber. Let's see what they say about and what users focus on in the first place:

• Good rubber balancing from the factory. Most likely, the absence of unbalanced samples is due to the good output quality control of the tire. As a result, the discs do not look like a Christmas tree, hung with weights.
• Good stability on dry asphalt. A common problem with studded rubber is that it starts to slip on the studs when driving on a clean track. In this model, this problem is either not observed, or is minimized in comparison with competitors.
• It copes well both with driving on snow and on ice. In the snow, the rowing characteristics of the tread manifest themselves, providing high-quality grip on the road surface.
• High quality stud fastening. If the winter tires (the Velcro does not require such maintenance) are properly rolled after installation, then there should be no problems associated with the spikes falling out in the first few thousand kilometers. The main thing is to follow the instructions for use, and not try to squeeze everything out of the rubber to the maximum immediately after installation.
• Nice value. Given the large number of positive reviews, the relatively low price is surprising, which is often characteristic of cheaper options with worse characteristics.
• Wear resistance. Indeed, the revised formula of the rubber compound makes itself felt and allows the rubber to be used much longer than before, which translates into savings in terms of 100 kilometers traveled.

Its positive aspects do not end there, but the rest of the points are noted by a small number of drivers, and they are not so critical. Let's now take a look at the negative reviews for this model.

Negative aspects of the analyzed tire model

Among the minuses noticed by drivers, two main ones can be distinguished, which are much more common than others. The first is the high noise level of the tire. Even for the studded version, in comparison with competitors, the winter tires R16 of this model are too loud. If this is a serious problem for you, then you will have to either put up with it or look for another option. However, given the excellent dynamic and driving characteristics, you can turn a blind eye to this.

The second negative point that is noted in the reviews is the rigidity of the rubber itself. This indicator should not be confused with the softness of the tread, there are no complaints about it. The stiffness of the rubber indicates that it is reluctant to adjust to the bumps encountered on the road, so all kinds of pebbles and ice fragments falling under the wheels are felt in the cabin if the suspension cannot cope with them. Whether this is considered a big problem is up to you, however, thanks to this property of the tire, the disks remain intact even with a strong impact.

Comparison of reviews and declared characteristics

As you can see, the manufacturer has completely honestly revealed the main features of the tires. They are really well suited for the harsh Russian winter and allow you to feel confident on the track regardless of the condition of the road surface. If the above disadvantages are not too critical for you, then you can safely buy this rubber, especially given its relatively low cost. As the reviews say about the Cordiant Snow Cross, it should meet the expectations of any driver, since it allows full control over the car. This suggests that it is especially worth paying attention to for beginners, who are not yet so good at keeping on the road in adverse weather conditions.

Studded winter tires Cordiant Snow Cross were presented on the eve of the 2013-2014 winter season, and this year Cordiant decided to modernize the popular model and expand its size range.

Cordiant Snow Cross features a directional tread pattern that squeezes snow and water out of the contact patch and includes a one-piece center rib that, thanks to its shape, guides snow into deep lateral grooves. In addition, multiple Z-shaped sipes remove water film from the road surface. The Cordiant Snow Cross studs are asymmetrically arranged in 16 rows, and the company says there are 10 studs permanently in the contact patch that hold traction.

In 2016, new patented Spike-Cor studs, manufactured by the Finnish company Scason, began to be installed in tires. The stud body is made of aluminum, the tungsten carbide carbide insert is lighter than the studs found in some premium tire brands.

Spike-Cor studs feature an octagonal carbide insert that increases the number of gripping edges on ice for improved traction. In addition, a new shape of the body was developed, which improved the reliability of the retention of the studs in the tire.

As they say in "Cordian", Spike-Cor spikes in their characteristics significantly exceed the spikes of the previous generation, which was confirmed by the company's internal tests.

The updated Cordiant also differs by the structure of the base layer and the composition of the rubber compound.

It has to be said that the redesign has had a very positive impact on the key characteristics of the Cordiant tires, and the updated model has become significantly more efficient than its predecessor on ice, and this parameter is of the utmost importance when it comes to tires in this category.

Initially, the task was to prepare for production tires with rim diameter of 17 and 18 inches for cars of the premium segment. However, such products require not only good products, but very good ones. The tread pattern of the Cordiant Snow Cross was kept the same, but the mixture was re-developed. Its chemical composition made it possible to provide a wide operating temperature range: + 10 ... -53 ° C. Before the modernization, the lower limit was -45 ° C.

To improve grip on ice, lightweight Spike-Cor studs from Scason were used. The aluminum body of the new "claw" has an octagonal carbide tungsten carbide insert. The former spikes were wrapped in a stainless steel body, their carbide insert was not cut.

A dozen of these "claws" are constantly in the contact patch. According to Cordiant, the braking distance when decelerating from 30 to 5 km / h on modernized tires was reduced by 8% in comparison with the previous ones, and acceleration from 5 to 30 km / h became faster by 3.7%.

The modernization affected not only the expensive 17- and 18-inch models, but also the more affordable 13-16-inch models.

On the snow-covered field of the Sortavala airfield, shinniki assembled rear-wheel drive cars of premium brands. The test program of the upgraded Cordiant Snow Cross model included an assessment of longitudinal adhesion: after intensive acceleration to 60 km / h, sharp braking until a full stop, first with ESP on and then off. Well-functioning electronics drive the car without skidding and slipping. But even without electronic stabilization, I confidently controlled the behavior of the BMW "five" on the snow.

I tried to evaluate the lateral grip while driving a Mercedes E-class, performing a "moose" test. I didn’t knock a single cone while performing maneuvers, but I don’t presume to say something about the advantages of the new tires without comparing with the previous ones.

In a tire test carried out by the Za Rulem expert group (ZR, 2016, No. 9), the updated Cordiant Snow Cross spikes showed themselves well. In 15-inch dimensions, they outstripped the famous rivals Michelin and Dunlop. And the price is one third lower: depending on the standard size, Cordiant Snow Cross tires cost from 2,000 to 4,000 rubles.

Car tire manufacturers today offer a wide range of these products. Each of them has its own characteristics, advantages and disadvantages.

Car tires Cordiant Snow Cross is a product of domestic manufacturers, which is very popular not only in Russia, but also in the CIS countries.

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The Cordiant company exists quite recently. To declare themselves and gain such popularity, several tire options were released, focused on domestic cars. The Cordiant brand belongs to a large company OJSC AK Sibur. Over the years of its existence, this manufacturer has been producing car tires not only for its own country, but also actively working for export.

Winter and summer tires produced by Cordiant are constantly being improved, therefore they are in great demand among motorists. Rubber of this type is among the leaders in terms of sales. They are quickly introduced into the everyday life of motorists, meeting all their requirements and wishes. Affordable price makes tires even more in demand, while not yielding to quality.

Tire characteristics

The Cordiant Snow Cross winter tire has a number of characteristic features. Among the most popular of them, the following should be noted:

• Efficient removal of excess water and snow thanks to the tread pattern on the surface in the form of pointed arrows.

• Directional stability due to the longitudinal rib in the center.
• Irregularly shaped lamellas provide good traction.
• Additionally developed studs that allow for better grip on snow.
• Driving comfort thanks to suppression of unnecessary noise.
• Wide grooves in the rubber along and across to increase resistance to planing and aquaplaning on slippery roads.

Cordiant Snow Cross tires are perfect for both domestic cars and foreign cars. Studded tires provide perfect grip on slippery winter roads. And high quality and reasonable cost make these tires even more in demand.

Models and dimensions

Cordiant winter tires have several models. The following table will help you to understand them:

Model	Diameter	The size	Description
Cordiant Snow Cross PW 2	13 and 18 inches	R16	Versatility. Free movement on any surface. Easy handling and good grip.
Cordiant Snow Cross 185/65	14 inch	R14	The presence of sharp thorns, resistance to heavy loads. Ray pattern on the surface. Cleansing from excess moisture and snow. Easy driving.
Cordiant Snow Cross 215 \ 65	16 inch	R16	Good movement on loose snow. High grip on ice. No slippage during the start. Fast braking. The spike is well sunk into the rubber.
Cordiant Snow Cross 195/65	15 inch	R15	Original drawing with lamellas. The presence of good speed performance and excellent cross-country ability. Lack of unnecessary noise and vibration when driving.

Thanks to such a wide range of sizes, you can find Cordiant Snow Cross tires for any car with different rim diameters. In all variants there are thorns that ensure passability on the harsh roads of our country with difficult climatic conditions.

Outwardly, the design of the tires is quite original: wide grooves, both along the surface and across. This feature allows you to prevent the tire from floating on a dangerous road, for example, on a slush of snow.

The blocks on the side of the tread have an unusual, uneven shape. This allows for even better grip on the road surface. Also, this feature provides instant braking on slippery, compacted road or on ice.

The Cordiant Snow Cross tires are equipped with "snow pockets" framed by sharp edges. This allows for a confident ride on loose snow and quick braking on the road.

Also in the products of this brand there are movable Z-shaped lamellas, which are compressed and opened. When compressed, snow slurry is squeezed out of the rubber, and when opened, better contact and grip with the road surface is provided.

In comparative test tests of the old and new models, it became apparent that the speed and ease of passing the car on ice increased by 7%. The peculiarity of the novelty is the asymmetrical arrangement of the spikes.

Thanks to this engineering development, the braking distance was shortened by 12%. The rubber coating has been improved, it has become softer, more elastic and more resistant to severe frosts.

The design of the Cordiant Snow Cross tires has a two-layer tread. Under the soft layer is the hard one, which controls the immobility and stability of the pins. Also, this function exerts additional pressure on the stud, due to which the degree of traction is significantly increased.

Advantages and disadvantages

Winter tires Cordiant Snow Cross has a number of advantageous features. The main ones are listed below:

• Reliability of movement and elimination of snow drifts. This became possible due to the changed pattern on the tread surface. This function eliminates slipping on a rolled slippery road. Slipping while driving is excluded.
• Self-cleaning tires. The mushy snow does not linger between the studs for a long time and does not impede the movement of the vehicle.
• Good handling in difficult weather conditions and directional stability thanks to the longitudinal center rib on the tire surface.
• Studs are developed using Ice-Cor technology. This non-standard technique involves 16 studs on each surface of the wheel. This increases the strength and quality of traction.

• The pins are made of aluminum and tungsten. They are trapezoidal with a circular base. Protruding insert provides better traction when driving.
• Updated and improved rubber compound. The increased composition of the silicone mixture is a great innovation.
• Resistant to severe frost. The tires do not harden and do not turn to stone, they remain resistant to the harsh climatic conditions of our country.
• Size options are limited to 13 "to 18". This makes it possible to choose an elastic band for almost any car.
• The outsole has shoulder zones equipped with metal spikes in the horizontal position of the protectors. This prevents the vehicle from slipping on ice. It also helps to avoid an emergency when a large, heavy vehicle rolls down a slippery slope.
• Resistant to punctures and damage.

Despite the many advantages, the Cordiant Snow Cross tires have several disadvantages. Among them, the following should be noted:

• Soft blocks of protectors. With a large vehicle weight, they can deform.
• The hardness and stiffness of the wheels is felt when driving on clean asphalt.
• Noise when driving on an asphalt surface.
• Some standard sizes have poor track and heavy weight of the vehicle.

As a result, it is worth saying that the Cordiant Snow Cross Tires are designed for winter driving and extreme cold temperatures. Vibration and excessive noise are possible on paved roads. But if you use this rubber for the season and purpose, then the occurrence of any problems is excluded.

To begin with, this is my first review, but I could not help but write. I bought Snow Cross, I can say that the tires are cool, They hold the road well, there is no hum when driving. The price and quality are consistent. I advise you not to regret it. Thanks to the managers of the company for the consultation.

Ivan

Boys and girls! For these grandmothers, rubber tears everyone. The first thousand kilometers there was noise, but then, getting used to it, it disappeared. Advise

Sergey

Snow fell and I gave these tires a real test drive. To be honest, I don’t regret choosing them. Naturally, these are not super-duper tires, but they give confidence on the road. They make less noise in the snow ... or I have already listened.

Artem Sergeev

For 6 months. The operation of new tires in 2015 is 50 weeks with a mileage of 20-30 thousand. The cord between the tread has come out on 2 out of 4 wheels. And one more on the way. The machine is lightweight 700 kg. Conclusion: do not take the Russian miracle. More dear to yourself.

Evgeniy

The strength and reliability of the tire is ensured by the design itself and the composition of the rubber itself, providing excellent ride quality in different weather conditions, on different surfaces and also when getting into puddles.
The tires are very decent, I did not regret that I bought it, the season was off and it still looks very good, I think it will be enough for three years.

Evgeniy

Cordiant has become a good way for me to save on winter tires. I used to go to the Nokian Hakke, gave about 30 k for a set. But at the same time with finances it was not very good, I decided to see what they offer from budget sneakers. I drove into the store, the seller offered a dunlop ice touch, a cordiant snow cross and a camu)) I immediately discarded Kamu as an option, once I drove an eight on it. As a result, out of 2 options, the choice fell on a more budgetary one, that is, cordy. As a result, I definitely did not lose in quality.

Edward

I recently read that almost all manufacturers make rubber for the "European" "winter, and once again I was convinced of the correctness of my choice, because at minus 20 there were no problems at all! So that you understand the European winter is +5 \ -7 somewhere, clearly not for our country!
Tires Cordiant Winter Drive. On the plus side, I can say that I didn’t disappoint in any cons, it rowed well, and the price was also digging in. Minus, if you can call it that, changed tires late and noticed that at +15 she was keeping the road well

Arthur

From the pros - grip on asphalt and crumb under the wheels, it rides right on it is good. Wear resistance is also at the level, quite a nice thing. As for the minuses - there is either a problem with the bus itself and therefore we need loads, or a problem with the disk

Bohdan

hard rubber 4

Someone here complains that they are losing thorns, someone about the fact that Clone Haki 7 are strange people. Have you ever heard of the fact that studded tires need to be rolled in? I have ridden on my 1,500 km quietly, calmly and have been skating for 3 seasons now, almost all the spikes are with me.
And about the similarity, I can tell you that this is only a plus, even if it's a clone (what's wrong), what's wrong? You get premium tires for half the price, with great performance!
So on the experience of 3 seasons I can recommend, slows down, accelerates

Victor

Very noisy. And some kind of discomfort is not very clear when driving.

Alexander

Got myself a Cordiant Snow Cross that year. A good enough model for lovers of driving without too many problems. For the period of use, I have no complaints.

Nikolay

was run-in at about 1500t / km, the spikes sat in place. Now I move everywhere without delving into the thorns. I myself am from the Kezhemsky district, so I checked the cut and ice in the snow and off-road. So rezya on a hard 4, almost 5. And who doesn’t like it, don’t take it.

Alexey

The first season the tires went well for 18,000 runs, 5-6 studs per wheel were lost. For the second season over 3000 tires were left without studs. True, the ride is mostly wet asphalt and ice. After 15 tons of run I changed places. Spikes fly out not only in front but also behind.

It's a pleasure to ride a quality tire!

Victor

almost fire

Excellent tires

Sergey

Trips are mainly village-city, if during the winter they clean the road of Razik Three, then this is a dasyst fountain, there were no problems with leaving the civilized road at all. There is noisy on the asphalt and this is the only negative, at weakly freezing temperatures you get the feeling that you are driving on a carpet, very soft goes. Regarding the loss of studs, during the season I did not lose a single stud, this is because I had cooled down for competitive driving, and I did not particularly like it. Winter is not a time for racing where death or life wins, it is better to choose the latter.

Sergey

In 2012, I bought a car and immediately called, someone says that it is better even to buy a camu in the store and buy new Coordiant Snow-Cross studded tires for new disks, they cost 2500, some say that it is better to even buy a Kamu than such shit, and I'll sum it up ..... in general, as I put it on disks in 2012, I never took off, and after leaving for 4 seasons I never pumped it up even, for the 5th season when I had a shoe I had to download 0.5 atmosphere in a pair of wheels, and now now I will put on her shoes, this is the 7th season, 80% of the spikes are in place, and every season when I did, I changed the front wheels with the rear cross for a cross and I keep the tire pressure no more than 1.8 for a cold one, this is enough and the hook area is larger and softer and the spikes do not fly out, due to the softness they hide in the rubber, although at any pressure it is very noisy and does not balance very well, rebalanced last year, this was the first ever, in short, keep the correct pressure in the wheels and do not prance on them with places and in turns and will not run bearable!

Andrey

Better even than Nokia Nordman Velcro, I advise you to take it without looking, roughly speaking.

Oleg

The tires are very good for the economy class. I have never let you down. Good road holding at speed. On the snow and on the ice, too, everything is fine. Overall, I liked it. Even there is nothing to complain about. The thorns are all in place. It all depends on his driving style.

Nikolay

The tires are good. I use the car every day (on weekdays - 60 km a day, on weekends it sometimes reaches 500 km). The tires have already passed 3 seasons, it seems that only 3 studs have been lost from four. In general, I had Cordiant winter studded tires on the previous car, they also showed themselves well. On the snow-covered highway they go quite well and easily. The only negative is that it doesn't matter when you drive it feels like it's not summer tires (it's hard on dry asphalt somehow). Well, as for me, a hum appears in the car if the speed is above 90 km / h.

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