Michelin Alpin A4
WatchThe Michelin Alpin A4 is a High Performance Winter tire designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.
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| Size | Fuel | Wet | Noise |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 inch | |||
| 165/70R14 81 T | E | C | 70 |
| 175/65R14 82 T | E | C | 70 |
| 185/60R14 82 T | D | C | 70 |
| 15 inch | |||
| 195/50R15 82 H | D | C | 70 |
| 185/60R15 88 T XL | D | C | 70 |
| 195/50R15 82 T | D | C | 70 |
| 175/65R15 84 T | E | C | 70 |
| 185/55R15 82 T | D | C | 70 |
| 165/65R15 81 T | D | C | 70 |
| 185/60R15 88 T XL | D | C | 70 |
| 165/65R15 81 T | D | C | 70 |
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Based on 47 user reviews
Drivers overwhelmingly praise the Michelin Alpin A4 for exceptional snow and ice traction, strong wet grip, and reassuring stability, often transforming RWD cars and enabling confident hill climbs. Comfort, low noise for a winter tire, and long wear are frequently noted, with many reporting multi-season durability. Minor downsides include softer feel and reduced precision in warmer/dry conditions, higher rolling resistance, and occasional aquaplaning/slush instability. Overall sentiment is highly positive given the very high proportion of top scores.
Strengths
- Snow and ice traction
- Wet grip and braking
- Overall stability and confidence
- Comfort and low noise (for a winter tire)
- Durability and tread life
Areas for Improvement
- Reduced precision/soft feel in warmer dry conditions
- Higher rolling resistance
- Occasional aquaplaning or slush instability
Top 3 Michelin Alpin A4 Reviews
Tires were very comfortable and durable against big pot holes.
Overall it was a very good tire and I would buy them again. (I've sold the car but the tires had at least 3500 miles left)
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The only negative i'd say, is that if you are driving with gusto, overcrest hills are a nightmare and the sidewalls fold in. That said, my summer tires are much lower profile and handle perfectly, so the winter tires didnt stand a chance. My driving style is 90% economy to work and back, 10% nutter on the country lanes at the weekend. I must say though, this is the only set of winter tires i have had on the front.
Pulling out of junctions with front wheel drive is the biggest test of tires, and these cling on just great, although I've detected a slight drop off from new. Maybe I'm being more cocky, though.
Day to day, they're surefooted and accurate, and the tread is holding up well after two winters. No detectable wear, which is what you'd hope for.
I think they've been a good purchase and although I've not had much chance to drive in the snow, light coverings and frosty roads are easily managed. I rate tires as a major safety device and that's why I fit winter tires to the family car.
