Michelin Alpin A4
WatchThe Michelin Alpin A4 is a High Performance Winter tire designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.
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2019 ADAC 185/65 R15 Winter Tire Test
6th/16
185/65 R15 • 2019
Very low wear, excellent results on dry roads and on ice
Relatively weak grip in the snow, Increased fuel consumption
Good
2017 AC Winter Tire Test - 185/65 R15
3rd/8
185/65 R15 • 2017
Balanced winter performance, but also excellent in the dry and wet.
Higher rolling resistance.
2016 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 185/65 R15
2nd/15
185/65 R15 • 2016
Alternative Tires
9.2/10
| 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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Review Summary
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
Given 100%
while driving a
SEAT Ibiza Cupra 1.4 TSI
(185/60 R15)
on a combination of roads
for 0 easy going miles
Perfect in all conditions, even in hot and dry weather, winter performance, like summer tires, no words for grip, handling, and even at high speeds, top five stars, even at 225.km/h (185/60/15 88H AO) very safe, thank you MICHELIN.
Given 93%
while driving a
Opel insignia
(215/50 R17 V)
on mostly town
for 15,000 spirited miles
I've used these tires for 4 winters for 15000 Miles (25000 Km) in Turkey. The best thing about them is the confidence when you're climbing uphill in the snow. The worst thing was the road feedback and numbness on steering.
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)
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)
Given 79%
while driving a
BMW 330d
(225/50 R17 H)
on a combination of roads
for 15,000 spirited miles
These tires never feel overwhelmed - great in the wet, good in dry conditions and the occasional snow. Great feedback and precision (for a winter tire). Only on black ice the grip fades They are also silent and comfortable.
Latest Michelin Alpin A4 Reviews
Given 87%
while driving a
SEAT 184hp TDI Leon
(215/45 R17 W)
on mostly country roads
for 3,000 spirited miles
Bought these part worn with 6mm tread left. They have been fantastic in the snow and ice in 2019. Good in the wet (better than my continental summer types) and mostly fine in the dry. I live in the peak district in Derbyshire, so there are many opportunities for going quickly on national speed limit roads. Both braking and turning have been excellent in the snow, to the point where i was able to get up hills other 4x4's and smaller vehicles could not.
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.
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.
Given 93%
while driving a
Honda Jazz
(185/55 R15 H)
on mostly country roads
for 2,500 average miles
A real boost to bad weather driving. Wet grip is exceptional; emergency stopping from 60+mph is excellent; no fuss, no skidding, no drama. Really inspires confidence. On snow and ice grip and traction is noticeably enhanced; just remember to also keep revs low and (if necessary) gear selection high. Dry grip seems the same as my summer tires; however road noise is a little greater and my MPG seems to have dropped by about 4mpg. Very happy to trade these small issues for the security of increased grip in adverse weather. Fitted these 2 months ago and the moulding pips on the tires edges are still present on all tires after 2500 miles, so confident that they will wear well (as all Michelins do).
Given 79%
while driving a
Mazda 6
(205/55 R16 V)
on mostly country roads
for 5,000 average miles
Given that the car is used for commutes, most of the time it's less than 5 degrees, and so these have been fitted from November to the start of May (Climate change, eh?)
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.
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.
Given 86%
while driving a
Toyota Corolla
(175/65 R14 T)
on a combination of roads
for 2,500 average miles
Excellent tires,like all Michelins...
Given 74%
while driving a
Audi A4 2.0 TDI 140 SLine
(205/65 R15)
on mostly country roads
for 35,000 average miles
I found these tires very helpful on hard packed ice during two extremely cold and extreme winters in Ireland just a couple of seasons ago. Was able to travel country roads, slowly, and with great care, that I could not travel with my other car using normal tires. The only negative I found with these tires was, that I attended a race meeting in Ireland, had to park on a solid grassy field, where the ground was relatively solid, but the grass was wet, and the car would not travel on that surface at all, or take off from stationery, using Alpine A4 tires. Car type Audi A4.
Given 90%
while driving a
Renault Megane
(195/65 R15)
on a combination of roads
for 10,000 average miles
Excellent tire for wet and snowy roads. Even on mountain hills in ski resorts, tire proved its speciffications. Very reliable.
Given 100%
while driving a
Honda Stream
(225/45 R17)
on a combination of roads
for 0 average miles
great tire
Given 91%
while driving a
BMW E93 330i
(225/45 R17 H)
on mostly country roads
for 5,000 average miles
Fitted these as the BMW 325 is a typical high power rear-wheel drive BMW- known for being a handful in the snow. Pleased to say it transforms the car and makes for a reassuring drive even when it Snows. I usually fit around November and swap back to summer tires in March. I will be able to get 4 seasons out of them given current wear rate.
Given 70%
while driving a
Opel Astra G
(225/45 R17)
on a combination of roads
for 12,000 average miles
these tires are a let down, past 6000 miles traveled, I have noticed a sharp decline in performance especially in the snow, where they should serve more. I will change tire brand
Given 93%
while driving a
BMW E39 5 series
(205/65 R15 T)
on a combination of roads
for 3,000 average miles
Had them on my 2.5d chipped e39 and they were amazing. Just what you expect from winter tires.
Given 86%
while driving a
SEAT Ibiza 1.6cr TDi
(215/45 R16)
on a combination of roads
for 5,000 spirited miles
Incredible on snow and ice. They sap confidence in the rain though, primarily because they numb the brake pedal and you don't get much feel. Very quiet and refined but compared to summer tires feel a bit like driving through treacle if it's dry and the air temp is more than 10 degrees c. Perfect for winter though - accelerate steer and brake on snow almost like its not there. Fit them in November and take them off in March, but don't run them in the summer.
Given 100%
while driving a
Volvo S80 D5
(205/60 R16 H)
on a combination of roads
for 3,000 average miles
Well done. Before I had conti ts830. Michelin is better than conti on dry road. Every feel is the same. Good Tire