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

Cordiant Snow Cross car tires are 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 works 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 inferior to quality.

Tire characteristics

The Cordiant Snow Cross winter tire has a number of special features. Among the most popular of them are the following:

• 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 slats provide good traction.
• Additionally developed studs that allow for better grip on snow.
• Driving comfort thanks to noise suppression.
• Wide rubber grooves along and across the rubber allow for increased resistance to planing and aquaplaning on slippery roads.

Cordiant Snow Cross tires are great for both domestic cars and foreign cars. Studded tires provide perfect grip on slippery winter roads. 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:

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

Outwardly, the tire design 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.

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 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 studs. Also, this function provides 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 prevents slipping on a rolled slippery road. Slipping while driving is excluded.
• Self-cleaning tires. Muddy snow does not linger between the studs for long and does not impede the movement of the vehicle.
• Good handling in difficult weather conditions and directional stability due to the longitudinal center rib on the tire surface.
• Studs are developed using Ice-Cor technology. This non-standard technique assumes 16 studs on each wheel surface. This increases the strength and quality of traction.

• The studs 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 mix is \u200b\u200ba 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 inches. 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 weight of a large car, they can deform.
• The hardness and rigidity of the wheels is felt when driving on clean asphalt.
• Noise when driving on an asphalt surface.
• Certain standard sizes have poor track and heavy vehicle weight.

As a result, it should be said that the Cordiant Snow Cross Tires are designed for winter driving and extremely 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.

Cordiant Snow Cross are quite popular tires from a domestic manufacturer.

It attracts many buyers with its own, however, among buyers there is a stereotype that the performance properties leave much to be desired.

In this article, you will learn:

The Cordiant company decided to break this stereotype once and for all by launching the Show Cross model on the market.

Model overview

The Cordiant Snow Cross is a type of spiked rubber with a directional tread pattern. Designed for passenger cars from mass segment C to middle class D. Available in sizes from R14 to R17. Available ranges from 155 to 245 millimeters, while it can be 55, 60, 65 or 70. Refers to the middle price category.

The tire, according to the developers, was created taking into account the winter conditions of Russia and the CIS countries, where severe frosts can be replaced by a thaw, and ice or snow can suddenly become water and vice versa.

In the central part of the tire - V-shaped, which allows you to resist the effect of aquaplaning and maintain the desired directional stability. The shoulder zones of Show Cross are in the form of peripheral blocks, which are designed to combat drift and slip, as well as to provide good cross-country ability on snow and slush.

Strengths

The manufacturer turned out to be somewhat honest - the Cordiant Show Cross can indeed be very effective on winter surfaces. Russian tires are especially good at braking and decelerating on snowy and icy roads, in addition, the tires show good lateral grip.

The permeability of the tires also deserves a flattering word - the wheels "rake" out of deep snow quite confidently, only sometimes breaking into a slip. Additionally, it is worth noting a fairly high ride comfort - due to the soft rubber composition, small and medium irregularities are practically not felt, and a distinct hum from the studs appears only at high speeds.

Weak sides

As for the weaknesses of the model, then they should include behavior on the asphalt. How well the Cordiant Show Cross behaves on snowy and icy surfaces is about as bad on dry and wet asphalt. The reactions of the steering wheel are relatively indistinct and even belated, both in the near-zero zone and with a significant deviation of the steering wheel at different angles.

In turns, drifts can occur quite early and abruptly, and it is possible to return the car to its original trajectory only by reducing the speed and dumping the gas. The braking distance on asphalt is also poor. When driving on a snowy porridge, it is better to hold the steering wheel with both hands, because the tires can prowl strongly and try to leave the given trajectory. Another disadvantage of these tires is a short service life: in two seasons of ordinary operation, up to 60 percent of the studs can fly out, moreover, they can even bend.

The opinion of motorists

Why is Cordiant Show Cross so popular? The key prerequisite for their demand in the market is their relative availability - Russian tires are inexpensive and can be found in almost any store.

The main audience of users is the owners of class B cars and budget crossovers, which largely explains the overwhelming majority of positive reviews - at moderate speeds and with quiet driving, tires delight with their predictability and level of comfort.

But in the case of installing Cordiant on powerful and fast cars, drivers begin to complain about unstable behavior at high speeds and a strong loss of studs after just one season of operation. In general, these tires can be recommended to every car enthusiast, especially those living in the provinces, but you should not expect anything outstanding from them.

Quick reference

JSC "Kordiant" is a domestic tire manufacturer. Representatives of the Russian company claim that it owns 21.8 percent of the total market share (at the end of 2012). The head office of the concern is located in the capital of the Russian Federation - in the city of Moscow.

The Cordiant company includes several brands, including CORDIANT itself, as well as another fairly well-known brand OMSKSHINA.

In the last 3 years, the tires of the Cordiant concern really please, the quality is growing, and with it the army of satisfied fans of inexpensive high-quality tires is growing. In today's review, we will consider the novelty of 2013, which has been in trend for 2 years already, and has been collecting a huge number of positive reviews. Meet the Cordiant Snow Cross studded tire.

All as one users, seeing the tread pattern, start screaming - this is a clone of Hakki 7, do not think that you buy Cordiant and get the same Hakku, the difference is huge and blah blah.

Of course, comparing a Finnish tire and ours with a 3-fold price difference is a wrong job. Whoever has money - he takes Hakku without hesitation and does not care. Those who have no money - they have to look for reviews on the internet, shovel mountains of information, look for tests, videos and other information. Even when testing tires, they are taken from the same "weight" category - premium, comfort, budget. And comparing the tires of the budget class with the comfort class is simply pointless. In most tests, the expensive tire will be ahead, but how much? And is it so important in daily use? In general, let's talk better about Snow Cross - according to the test results and numerous reviews, it is really worth paying attention to. Photo:

The previous Snow Max model also showed great results, people are happy as an elephant. And Snow Cross is a continuation of Max's technologies, Cross is even better, more adaptable, more technological if you like. Tire production technology does not stand still and the best tires of 2005 will now perform very poorly. That is why the people are studying the novelties of the market, because they will surely be better than the previous ones. Progress cannot be stopped.

Cordiant Snow Cross - studded rubber, the composition of the rubber compound is still improved, there is even more silica, and therefore the tire remains soft even in severe frosts (-30), so that the tire after a long night frosty parking will not be square, but will remain round)) Well and a winter tire must always be soft - this is a priori!

The tread pattern is similar to the Hakku-7, but superficially and structurally, there are considerable differences. Nevertheless, according to the opinions of the people (a lot of them have accumulated over 2 years), the tire digs deep snow excellently, loose snow is also excellent. Snow porridge - great, water and moisture-saturated snow are well removed from the contact patch. Photo of Snow Cross:

But the photo of Hakki 7 for comparison, there is a difference and it is noticeable, so there is no need to la-la, that the tread is the same (in Hakki, the spikes go almost non-stop throughout the tire, in Kordiant - much less often):

Cross studs are again a new technology, the shape of the tire and its insides, fit. As a result, the loss of thorns is minimal, it is, but in comparison with its competitors, Cordiant is really better. Which of the competitors lost? Such a popular Nokian Nordman 4, which is good for everyone, but does not hold the spikes as cool as we would like. Of course, no one has yet canceled the correctness of the run-in, but nevertheless, according to the reviews of the people, it is clear that Snow Cross's spikes really hold better. And if you compare with Yokohama IG35 - here you yourself know, Yokka holds perfectly on the ice only the first season, in the second - she is already without thorns))

By the way, we will recommend another chic option, but already a Velcro tire - the quality is the highest, the reviews are overwhelmingly excellent. Well, the price is great. If the city is cleaned and the temperature allows, be sure to take it.

On ice, the Snow Cross shows excellent results for a budget tire (and the difference between tires of a different price category is minimal). It is not always possible to start a car into a skid on purpose, and if you drive on a winter road with your head, then the hold on the ice will be 5 points.

Video - test on loose snow

In the snow - this tire is just made for him. Rolled snow - 6 out of 5 points, loose, wet, deep - ideal. It digs snow smartly, side hooks for "digging" and for removing water are wide and deep.

What are the downsides? We read in the reviews - they slow down badly on bare asphalt at +5. Hehe, these are spikes and a priori they should slow down badly. Hakka 7 will also slow down badly, but probably a little better than Snow Cross))

Another disadvantage is poor balancing. This is not a fact, it all depends on the tire you come across. In most, it is completely balanced, but there are exceptions. This means that the workmanship is not keeping up and this is bad. On the other hand, buy tires immediately with a tire fitting and if there are a lot of weights, ask for another tire, they will replace it without problems.

In general, we boldly put 4.5 points to rubber, in the budget class it is really one of the best. Not long ago, as yesterday, we saw Shevik on this rubber, approached, talked - the owner is terribly pleased, he drives a lot in the snow and likes to park in snowdrifts when there is no parking space. With this rubber he has no problems at all. All types of winter roadways are ideal, except for bare asphalt - this is a little worse. We definitely recommend buying, an excellent inexpensive spike.

The choice of passenger winter tires is so great today that many drivers find it difficult 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 proven 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, the 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 snowy tracks. In order for the user to come across only high-quality products, a control is installed on all factory lines, checking 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. It happened this time too. 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 also can independently get rid of sticking snow during a full wheel revolution. The middle closed rib of the Cordiant Snow Cross R15 is designed to efficiently 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 conjunction with the shoulder zones, helps to make maneuvers without significantly reducing the 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 the most efficient snow shoveling. Their Z-shaped structure forms a large number of sharp edges, which, on the one hand, provide dynamic characteristics, and on the other, 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 you to fix the spike in the tire with the highest quality. In case of icy conditions, winter studded tires are rightfully considered the best. Velcro will never be able to cope with ice the way spikes do.

Their main task is to prevent slipping during fast acceleration, as well as to maintain dynamic performance 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 icy conditions, 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 also improves resistance to punctures, cuts or impacts. The picture is complemented by a strong metal cord that 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 indicates the use of silica tires made according to a 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 tires will last much longer and 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 passenger car tire actually match 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 any 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 to 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 first of all:

• 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. For this model, this problem is either not observed or is minimized compared to 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 winter tires (Velcro does not require such maintenance) are properly rolled after installation, then there should be no problems associated with the dropping of spikes in the first few thousand kilometers. The main thing is to follow the operating instructions, 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 either have to 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. Do not confuse this indicator 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 stones and ice fragments falling under the wheels are felt in the cabin if the suspension does not cope with them. Whether this is considered a big problem is up to you, however, due 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 Kordiant 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 permanent studs in the contact patch that hold the grip.

In 2016, new patented Spike-Cor studs, manufactured by the Finnish company Scason, began to be installed in tires. The body of the studs is made of aluminum, the carbide insert is made of tungsten carbide, and their weight is less than that of studs fitted in tires of some premium manufacturers.

Spike-Cor studs have an octagonal carbide insert that increases the number of gripping edges on ice for improved traction. In addition, a new body shape has been developed to improve the reliability of the stud retention in the tire.

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

The updated Cordiants also differ in the structure of the base layer and the composition of the rubber compound.

It is worth saying that the upgrade 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.