Besides these 2 tyres, I highly recommend you to get Goodyear ATM2.

Michelin tyres are overpriced due to the heavy marketing.

CC6 although comfort but quite dangerous in the wet especially during highway drive.

Previously I've used XM2. When it's new, very nice comfy and quiet feeling. After 2 years, the tyre became harder and a lot noisier.

Imagine going through rumble stripes, the whole car will shake like mad.

Now I am on CC6. Been using it for 2 years already and it's still soft, comfy and quiet. Going through the same rumble stripes is not an issue as the tyre will absorb most of the impact.

As I seldom drive fast, I'll still to CC6 since it offers comfort and noise level much better than XM2.

If you want more of a budget performance, then XM2+ may suit you.

This post has been edited by Thrust: Feb 23 2020, 09:13 AM

What car are you driving btw?

My experience is the same as you.. moving from xm2 to cc6. XM2 is more expensive, harder and not as comfortable than cc6 although thread wear can last a lot longer. Grip wise, xm2 is better but if you are not into spirited driving, CC6 does its job as intended.

I will take CC6 anytime over the XM2 because it offers better overall package in terms of price, comfort and quietness.

Conclusion, CC6 is an uncle tyre for drivers who wants comfort, and silent.

XM2 are for those who wants branding, slight better grip, longer threar wear and don't mind sacrificing comfort and road noise.