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Michelin Alpin 7 - Test Results

Test Statistics

6

Tests Completed

4th

Average Position

1st

Best Result

6th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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Michelin Alpin 7 delivers a strong all-round winter performance with standout efficiency and very competitive snow capability. It scores multiple podiums overall (1st/7 Autozurnal, 3rd/13 Autobild SUV, 3rd/10 AMS, 4th/8 Auto Express) and secures several category wins, especially in dry and some wet metrics, plus consistently top-tier rolling resistance. However, results vary notably in wet lateral grip/aquaplaning and occasionally in dry/wet handling balance, leading to mid-pack or lower placings in tougher comparative fields.

Performance Strengths
  • Rolling Efficiency Strong
    • 1st/13 rolling resistance in 2025 Autobild SUV test
    • 2nd/10 rolling resistance (+7.7% from best) in 2025 AMS
    • 2nd/7 rolling resistance (+3.7% from best) in 2025 Autozurnal
    • 2nd/8 rolling resistance (+1.5% from best) in 2025 Auto Express
    • 2nd/8 rolling resistance (+3% from best) in 2025 Die Reifentester
  • Snow Performance Strong
    • 1st/7 snow handling in 2025 Autozurnal
    • 1st/10 snow circle in 2025 AMS
    • 2nd/13 snow braking (+2.2% from best) in 2025 Autobild SUV
    • Top-3 snow traction results: 2nd/8 (Die Reifentester) and 3rd/13 (Autobild SUV)
  • Dry Braking/Control Strong
    • 1st/7 dry braking and 1st/7 dry handling in 2025 Autozurnal
    • 2nd/8 dry braking (+2.4% from best) in 2025 Auto Express
    • 1st/10 subjective dry handling in 2025 AMS
  • Overall Consistency and Awards Moderate
    • Overall 1st/7 (Autozurnal 2025)
    • Overall 3rd/13 with 'vorbildlich' rating (Autobild SUV 2025)
    • Overall 3rd/10 (AMS 2025)
    • Overall 4th/8 (Auto Express 2025)
Performance Weaknesses
  • Wet Lateral Grip & Aquaplaning Strong
    • 9th/13 wet braking (+14.7%) and 8th/13 curved aquaplaning (+23.1%) in 2025 Autobild SUV
    • 9th/10 wet circle (+21%) and 9th/10 straight aquaplaning (+8.1%) in 2025 AMS
    • 5th/8 straight aqua (+7.5%) and 5th/8 curved aquaplaning (+20.9%) in 2025 Auto Express
  • Wet Handling Balance Moderate
    • 5th/13 wet handling (+0.9%) in 2025 Autobild SUV but with weaker braking
    • 6th/8 wet handling (+1.6%) in 2025 Auto Express
    • Article: 'sluggish, heavily understeering wet handling' in 2025 AMS despite 2nd/10 wet braking
  • Inconsistency in Smaller Fields Moderate
    • 6th/8 overall in 2025 Die Reifentester with 8th/8 wet braking (+5.6%) and mid-pack subjective scores
    • 5th/5 overall in 2025 TUV mini-comparison with last in dry/wet braking and handling
Performance Over Time

Test History

5
of 5
2025 TUV Test of Pirelli Cinturato Winter 3 vs Rivals

2025
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato Winter 3

Strong:
Snow Braking, Snow Handling, Rolling Resistance
Weak:
Dry Braking, Straight Aqua, Wet Braking, Wet Handling
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3
of 13
2025 Autobild SUV Winter Tire Test

2025
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak 6

The MICHELIN Alpin 7 distinguishes itself as the champion of low rolling resistance, indicating superior fuel or energy efficiency. This efficiency is paired with strong safety credentials, as it i...
Strong:
Noise, Snow Braking, Rolling Resistance
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3
of 10
2025 AMS Winter Tire Test

2025
Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P

The Michelin Alpin 7 provides secure and dynamic snow performance with good safety reserves in corners and short braking distances on wet roads. The tire delivers a balanced performance on dry asph...
Strong:
Subj. Dry Handling, Snow Circle, Rolling Resistance, Wet Braking
Weak:
Curved Aquaplaning, Straight Aqua
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1
of 7
2025 Autozurnal Winter Tire Test

2025

The Michelin Alpin 7 was the decisive winner of the test, earning the top spot in the overall ranking. This tire dominated on wet and dry surfaces, finishing first in both of these categories by ac...
Strong:
Dry Braking, Dry Handling, Snow Handling, Rolling Resistance, Straight Aqua, Wet Braking, Wet Handling
Weak:
Curved Aquaplaning, Wet Circle
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6
of 8
2025 Die Reifentester Winter Tire Test

2025
Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P

The Alpin 7 performs adequately in snow, slush and ice but lacks outright excellence. Its handling and braking on wet and dry roads were uninspiring. However, it excels in the “soft” disciplin...
Strong:
Subj. Noise, Snow Traction, Rolling Resistance
Weak:
Subj. Dry Handling, Wet Braking
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4
of 8
2025 Auto Express Winter Tire Test

2025
Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870

The test team notes a “balanced performance overall, with a slight snow bias” and that the Alpin 7 feels reassuringly good to drive in the wet. It is well‑rounded and refined, though it is t...
Strong:
Dry Braking, Snow Handling, Rolling Resistance
Weak:
Dry Handling
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