Michelin Pilot Alpin 5

Name: Michelin Pilot Alpin 5
Brand: Michelin
Rating: 87 (27 reviews)

Ultra High Performance Winter Winter rated Tested by Tire Reviews · 5

The Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 is an ultra-high-performance winter tire with particularly strong snow traction and precise dry-road handling. Wet grip is generally good, although wet braking and aquaplaning resistance are less consistent.

The quick answer

Owners say 87% from 33 owner reviews 84% would buy again Read the reviews

Tests say 2^nd average finish across 28 independent tests · 17 wins Latest: P1 of 20 · 2026 See every test

Strengths & weaknesses Dry, Snow Ice, Value Relative to its rivals across every test we hold

Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tire - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated October 2026.

33owner reviews
357,850miles driven
28professional tests

4 photos

Tire Reviews Score

Michelin Pilot Alpin 5

9.5/10

Better than 97% of winter tires

High Confidence
26 tests
33 owner reviews

Scores of the 278 winter tires we have tested

How this score is built

Source	Better than	Weight
Independent tests26 tests · 9 publications · 2020-2026	99%	87%
Owner reviews33 owner reviews · rated 87%	79%	13%
Combined	97%	9.5

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Category by category

How it compares with other winter tires in each area, and how much each area counts. 50 is the middle of the group.

Category	Better than	Weight	Tests
WetBraking, handling and aquaplaning in the wet	90%	30%	26
SnowBraking, traction and handling on snow	92%	23%	26
IceBraking, traction and handling on ice	80%	18%	3
DryBraking and handling on dry roads	99%	17%	22
ValueWear, efficiency and cost	59%	6%	22
ComfortNoise and ride comfort	89%	5%	22

Weights are shares of the test result. Owner reviews are blended in afterwards.

By discipline

The same results grouped by what the tire was doing. They are not counted a second time.

BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface	99%	25
HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface	98%	21
TractionEvery traction test, on any surface	93%	21

Confidence

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Its own test results decide 93% of the test figure. The other 7% comes from its predecessor, the Michelin Pilot Alpin 4, and it shrinks as more tests arrive.

High needs at least 3 tests, with its own results deciding 90% or more. Medium needs 2 tests and 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as tests arrive.

The tests behind it

Only measured results count. A test that published its placings alone is listed, but not scored.

2026 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test Auto Bild · 245/45 R19 P1 / 20
2026 2026 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tire Test Auto Bild Sportscars · 225/45 R18 P1 / 12
2026 2026 Winter Tire Braking Test - 50 Sets Auto Bild · 245/45 R19 P3 / 50
2026 2026 Auto Bild Allrad SUV Winter Tire Test Auto Bild Allrad · 225/55 R18 P2 / 10
2026 2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tire Test Teknikens Varld · 235/45 R18 · Central European Winter Tires P1 / 6
2025 2025 High Performance Winter Tire Test Sport Auto · 275/35 R19 P1 / 6

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2025 2025 AZ Performance Winter Tire Test Auto Zeitung · 245/45 R19 P2 / 10
2025 2025 Autobild Winter Tire Test Auto Bild · 225/40 R18 P1 / 20
2025 2025 Winter Tire Braking Test - 52 Sets! Auto Bild · 225/40 R18 P2 / 51
2025 2025 ADAC Winter Tire Test ADAC · 225/40 R18 P2 / 31
2024 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tire Test Auto Bild Allrad · 245/45 R18 P1 / 12
2024 2024 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tire Test Auto Bild Sportscars · 235/35 R19 P1 / 10
2024 The BEST Performance Winter Tires for 2024 / 2025 Tire Reviews · 235/35 R19 P1 / 6
2023 2023/24 Tire Reviews UHP Winter Tire Test Tire Reviews · 255/40 R19 P2 / 6
2023 2023 Sport Auto Winter Tire Test Sport Auto · 225/40 R18 P3 / 9
2023 2023 Sports Cars Winter Tire Test Auto Bild Sportscars · 225/40 R18 P1 / 11
2023 2023 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test Auto Bild · 225/45 R18 P1 / 20
2023 2023 Winter Tire Test 54 Set Braking Test Auto Bild · 225/45 R18 P2 / 54
2023 2023 Tire Reviews Winter Tire Test Tire Reviews · 225/45 R18 P1 / 11
2022 2022 Sports Car UHP Winter Tire Test Auto Bild Sportscars · 245/40 R19 P4 / 9
2022 2022 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tire Test Auto Bild Allrad · 225/45 R19 P1 / 10
2022 2022 AMS Winter Tire Test Auto Motor Und Sport · 245/45 R19 P1 / 8
2021 2021 Auto Bild Sports Car Winter Tire Test Auto Bild Sportscars · 245/40 R18 P1 / 13
2021 2021 Tire Reviews Winter Tire Test Tire Reviews · 225/40 R18 P1 / 9
2020 The Best Winter Tires for 2020 Tire Reviews · 205/55 R16 P2 / 19 Placing only
2020 2020 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 235/55 R17 ADAC · 235/55 R17 P1 / 13 Placing only
2020 2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter Tire Test Auto Bild · 245/45 R18 P1 / 20
2020 2020 Winter Tire Market Overview - 52 Tire Braking Test Auto Bild · 245/45 R18 P2 / 51

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Tested 28 times by independent publications, the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 has taken 17 test wins with an average finish of 2nd.

28 Tests

17 Test Wins

2^nd Average

1^st Best

4^th Worst

Finishing position in each test

The latest test

2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test P1 of 20

The Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 shares the test win with the Continental and earns an 'exemplary' verdict. It is the more snow-focused of the two winners and the longest-lasting tire here, and its main drawback is the highest price in the test.

Strong: Snow Slalom, Wear

Every independent test of the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5, newest first
Year	Test	Result	Award
2026	2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire TestAuto Bild · 245/45 R19	P1 / 20	Testsieger / vorbildlich (Test Winner / Exemplary)
2026	2026 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tire TestAuto Bild Sportscars · 225/45 R18	P1 / 12	Testsieger / vorbildlich (Test Winner / Exemplary)
2026	2026 Winter Tire Braking Test - 50 SetsAuto Bild · 245/45 R19	P3 / 50
2026	2026 Auto Bild Allrad SUV Winter Tire TestAuto Bild Allrad · 225/55 R18	P2 / 10	vorbildlich (Exemplary)
2026	2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tire TestTeknikens Varld · 235/45 R18	P1 / 6Central European Winter Tires
2025	2025 High Performance Winter Tire TestSport Auto · 275/35 R19	P1 / 6	Testsieger / überragend (Test Winner / Outstanding)
2025	2025 AZ Performance Winter Tire TestAuto Zeitung · 245/45 R19	P2 / 10	Umwelt-Empfehlung / sehr empfehlenswert (Eco Recommendation / Highly Recommended)
2025	2025 Autobild Winter Tire TestAuto Bild · 225/40 R18	P1 / 20	Testsieger / vorbildlich (Test Winner / Exemplary)
2025	2025 Winter Tire Braking Test - 52 Sets!Auto Bild · 225/40 R18	P2 / 51
2025	2025 ADAC Winter Tire TestADAC · 225/40 R18	P2 / 31
2024	2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tire TestAuto Bild Allrad · 245/45 R18	P1 / 12
2024	2024 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tire TestAuto Bild Sportscars · 235/35 R19	P1 / 10
2024	The BEST Performance Winter Tires for 2024 / 2025Tire Reviews · 235/35 R19	P1 / 6	Tested by Tire Reviews Winner
2023	2023/24 Tire Reviews UHP Winter Tire TestTire Reviews · 255/40 R19	P2 / 6	Tested by Tire Reviews Winner
2023	2023 Sport Auto Winter Tire TestSport Auto · 225/40 R18	P3 / 9
2023	2023 Sports Cars Winter Tire TestAuto Bild Sportscars · 225/40 R18	P1 / 11
2023	2023 Auto Bild Winter Tire TestAuto Bild · 225/45 R18	P1 / 20
2023	2023 Winter Tire Test 54 Set Braking TestAuto Bild · 225/45 R18	P2 / 54
2023	2023 Tire Reviews Winter Tire TestTire Reviews · 225/45 R18	P1 / 11	Tested by Tire Reviews
2022	2022 Sports Car UHP Winter Tire TestAuto Bild Sportscars · 245/40 R19	P4 / 9
2022	2022 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tire TestAuto Bild Allrad · 225/45 R19	P1 / 10
2022	2022 AMS Winter Tire TestAuto Motor Und Sport · 245/45 R19	P1 / 8
2021	2021 Auto Bild Sports Car Winter Tire TestAuto Bild Sportscars · 245/40 R18	P1 / 13
2021	2021 Tire Reviews Winter Tire TestTire Reviews · 225/40 R18	P1 / 9	Tested by Tire Reviews Winner
2020	The Best Winter Tires for 2020Tire Reviews · 205/55 R16	P2 / 19	Tested by Tire Reviews
2020	2020 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 235/55 R17ADAC · 235/55 R17	P1 / 13
2020	2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter Tire TestAuto Bild · 245/45 R18	P1 / 20
2020	2020 Winter Tire Market Overview - 52 Tire Braking TestAuto Bild · 245/45 R18	P2 / 51

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In 245/45 R19, the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 is projected to cost €35.21 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about €880 over 25,000 miles - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test.

Hankook Winter I*cept Evo 4€26.23

Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3€31.15

Michelin Pilot Alpin 5€35.21

Pirelli P Zero Winter 2€36.33

Tire purchase + fittingExtra fuel vs the most efficient tirecost per 1,000 miles

Assumes a typical car doing 29 mpg (rolling resistance causing 20% of fuel use), fuel at €6.25 per gallon and €70 fitting per set of four. Purchase prices are from the time of the 2026 test; financing costs are excluded.

Rim Protection

Large

A pronounced protective rib that stands well clear of the rim and takes most kerb contact before the wheel does.

None

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Massive

225/45 R18Large2023 Tire Reviews Winter Tire Test

Assessed by eye on the tires we tested, in the sizes listed. No manufacturer publishes rim protection as a specification, so treat this as a guide rather than a measurement.

Dimensions & Label Scores

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Size Range82 sizes available

205-325Width30-65Profile16-23Rim86-116 H-WLoad/Speed Index2017First On Market

EU LabelAcross 82 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Fuel

B11%

C61%

D28%

Wet

B60%

C38%

D2%

Noise

68-74dB A/B

3PMSF on every size

Frequently Asked Questions

How good is the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 in the wet?

Across the 25 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 stops 0.9% longer than premium rivals, 3.4% shorter than mid-range rivals and 8.6% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 90/100, and owners rate it 9/10 in the wet from 33 reviews.

How good is the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 in the dry?

Across the 21 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 stops 3.5% shorter than premium rivals, 4.6% shorter than mid-range rivals and 0.4% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 99/100, and owners rate it 9/10 in the dry from 33 reviews.

How good is the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 in the snow?

Across the 25 snow-braking tests it has featured in, the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 stops 3% shorter than premium rivals, 4.2% shorter than mid-range rivals and 21.4% shorter than budget rivals. Across the 21 snow-traction tests, it is 3.2% better than premium rivals, 4.6% better than mid-range rivals and 53.5% better than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews snow score of 92/100, and owners rate it 9/10 in the snow from 33 reviews.

How good is the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 on ice?

Across the 2 ice-braking tests it has featured in, the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 stops 6.3% shorter than premium rivals, 5.1% shorter than mid-range rivals and 21.5% shorter than budget rivals. Across the 1 ice-traction test, it is 8.1% better than premium rivals and 43.4% better than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews ice score of 80/100, and owners rate it 8/10 on ice from 33 reviews.

How fuel efficient is the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5?

Across the 20 tests measuring rolling resistance, the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5's rolling resistance is 1.7% higher than premium rivals, 5.1% lower than mid-range rivals and 1% lower than budget rivals.

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How many miles does the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 last?

Based on test and owner data, the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 is expected to last around 32,467 miles (52,250 km).

What do owners say about the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5?

Across 33 owner ratings the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 averages 87%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 9 out of 10 and Ice Grip lowest at 8. 11 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 92% of owners score it 70% or better.

How much does the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 cost to run?

In 245/45 R19, the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 is projected to cost €35.21 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about €880 over 25,000 miles - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test. The cheapest to run in that test is the Hankook Winter I*cept Evo 4, at €26.23.

What is the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5's EU tire label rating?

Across its range, the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 most commonly carries EU label ratings of D for fuel efficiency, B for wet grip and 70 dB for noise.

How comfortable and quiet are the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5?

Owners rate the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 8.3 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 27 reviews.

How well do the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 wear, according to owners?

Owners rate the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 9 out of 10 for wear across 27 reviews. 11 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 5,000 miles.

Would owners buy the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 again?

84% of owners say they would buy the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 again, based on the 32 owner reviews that answered the question. 59% of them gave it the highest possible answer.

What do owners say about the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5's snow traction?

Of the 26 owner reviews analyzed for the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5, 15 mention snow traction: 14 praise it (strong snow traction) and 1 criticise it (weak snow traction). One owner wrote: "they are even better on snow than GY". Read those reviews

What do owners say about the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5's dry grip?

Of the 26 owner reviews analyzed for the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5, 11 mention dry grip: 10 praise it (strong dry grip) and 1 criticise it (limited dry grip). One owner wrote: "it is the best winter tire on dry roads i have ever used". Read those reviews

Does the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 have a rim protector?

Yes. Rim protection on the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 is large, measured in 225/45 R18. No manufacturer publishes rim protection as a specification; this is assessed by eye when the tires are mounted for our own testing. 2023 Tire Reviews Winter Tire Test

What does the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 replace?

The Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 is the successor to the Michelin Pilot Alpin 4 in Michelin's range.

What sizes does the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 come in?

The Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 is available in 96 sizes, ranging from 205-325/30-65 R16-23.

Owner Questions (3)

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This tire is often sold in an AO OEM version. Michelin’s tire finder doesn’t even show the non-AO version for my car, even though it isn’t an Audi. Show more This tire is often sold in an AO OEM version. Michelin’s tire finder doesn’t even show the non-AO version for my car, even though it isn’t an Audi.
I watched the Tire Reviews video on Michelin’s BMW OEM specifications, but I can’t find any similar information about AO tires. The product sheet only mentions a lower noise level.
Other than that, what advantages or disadvantages would the AO version have compared with the standard version? Show less

August 24, 2026

It's a good question. Unfortunately it's impossible to answer without having insider knowledge from Michelin or Audi. Generally OE versions of summer tires are tuned for lower rolling resistance and driving dynamics, however the winter versions are often quite close to their aftermarket counterpoints. Sorry I can't be more helpful

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Hi, I’m struggling to decide whether I should take a Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 or a Michelin Crossclimate 2… I would like to equip my 2019 Seat Leon Cupra ST… Show more Hi, 

I’m struggling to decide whether I should take a Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 or a Michelin Crossclimate 2…
 
I would like to equip my 2019 Seat Leon Cupra ST 4Drive with tires for the winter season here in the north of France (Lille) where we have what you call a Mild Winter (between 7-0 degrees, often wet but rarely snowy).
 
If they were available in my car’s size in Frnace (235/35 r19 91y), I would probably take the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S which seems to fit exactly what I’m looking for: a sporty “summer tire” with winter capabilities. From what I understand, it was the philosophy of the previous Crossclimate+ (without the sporty handling…) but they’re no longer available.
 
My questions are the followings.
 
Under 7 degrees Celsius, between the Pilot Alpin 5 and the Crossclimate 2: 
- on dry roads, which one will have the best handling (for a sport car)? Which one will have the shortest braking distance? 
- same thing for wet conditions 
- how about aquaplaning?
 
I guess it would be a useful review as your YouTube guest promote all season tires for mild winter condition but I can’t find any in the web.
 
Thanks a lot for your excellent website and work! Show less

September 30, 2022

The CC2 should have the advantage in dry braking, however wet I'm not so sure about. Handling is another difficult one to answer as I've not directly compared them, generally more sipes mean more block movement which means less direct handling, so again the CC2 should have the edge.

Hello, I am mounted with 225/40 R18 92Y, I have a sporty driving and feedback from the road is important for me. Show more Hello,
I am mounted with 225/40 R18 92Y, I have a sporty driving and feedback from the road is important for me. I am living in Fribourg, Switzerland, snow will be there but not everyday. I do 70 % highway, 20% nationals, 10% urban. What would you suggest between the TS870 P, TS860 S and the Pilot Alpin 5 considering my driving style and situation ?

Thank you in advance,

Simon Show less

November 4, 2021

I've no experience of the TS860S in that size, however I have tested the PA5 and TS870P in my winter test this year, which can be found here.

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Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 Owner Reviews

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What owners say summarised from 27 reviews

Owners rate the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 highly overall (average 82.7%), with the clearest consensus around strong snow traction and unusually capable dry-road performance for a winter tire. Wet grip also earns plenty of praise, and a smaller group highlights sharp steering feel and secure snow handling. Complaints are more mixed, but around a quarter of owners mention either firmer-than-expected ride comfort or disappointing ice performance, and a smaller minority report noticeable road noise and weak slush behavior.

What owners mention most counted across 26 reviews

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Owner ratings averaged from 33 ratings

Owner score 87%
Dry Grip 90%
Wet Grip 90%
Wear 90%
Snow Grip 90%
Handling 89%
Road Feedback 88%
Comfort 83%
Ice Grip 80%

Featured reviews

Most helpful 88%

“After i bought this tires, there is no snow in my city due to climate changes. So no snow or ice experience so far. Best benefit of this tire is comfort. In dry and wet handling, i am satisfied with tire. Near...”

Mercedes Benz B200
10,000 miles

Read full review → 1,202 found this helpful

Most critical 69%

“After a set of nexen winguard I decided to go with what is supposed to be the best winter tire according to reviews around the web. I am disillusioned...the cheaper nexen were better by far, expecially on dry road and...”

Audi S3
5,000 miles

Read full review → 1,135 found this helpful

Longest term 81%

“This is by far the best winter I have used. I live in the alps and use every weekend to go from 300m to 1740m ski ressort. I have needed to chain up even with 30cm snow. On the packed snow/ice no issues even from...”

Toyota Verso 1.6 D4 D mpv
76,000 miles

Read full review → 1,500 found this helpful

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96%

Member October 22, 2026

Initial Impressions

Cupra Leon
225/40 R18
5,000 miles

Great tire, i replaced my GY Ultragrip performance 3 with this and i can say they are even better on snow than GY. Where Michelin lacks to GY is on wet. I find goodyear a bit better on wet surfaces but both tires are excepional.

100%

Member October 21, 2026

Initial Impressions

BMW M140i
225/40 R18
20,000 miles

Tire is amazing. Even when the tire was worn, the grip on snow was really good and it is the best winter tire on dry roads i have ever used.

93%

Andrei January 21, 2026

Initial Impressions

Audi A4 b9 2.0 tdi
245/40 R18
300 miles

A wonderful tire, initially I bought two pieces for the front axle because on the back I had hankook and cept evo 3 that still had life in them, after two days of driving I couldn't resist and bought two more :)), magnificent in 300 km I had the chance to test them only at temperatures below 0 in all conditions: wet, dry, icy, snowy. It is the most complete tire I have put on my car so far and it is clear to me that from now on I will only buy pa5 for the winter. It's surprising to me because from the reviews I saw that the tires would actually be narrower, for me it's the other way around and I don't have rim protection on them, it's surprising how a 245 tire is wider than an 8.5 j rim, and one more thing is surprising, how this tire at the same time is extremely comfortable but has an extremely stiff sidewall, in turns the car holds itself and it seems to me that the roll has decreased when switching from Hankook to Michelin for winter including the summer Pilot Sport 5 ones have a slightly softer sidewall.
In conclusion, a wonderful tire in all road conditions, it remains to be seen with wear.

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81%

John December 11, 2025

Toyota 2023 Toyota GR Corolla
235/40 R18
6,000 miles
A Combination of Roads
Spirited

I ran the PA5 as a dedicated winter tire on a GR Corolla in winter 2023 (~3000 miles) and then transferred the same set of tires to a Civic Type R for winter 23/24 (another ~3000 miles.)

My most notable findings:
This 235/40/18 had an actual tread width more like a 225 or ever a 215, by eye. They looked super stretched on the OEM 18x8.5 GRC wheel where the same size PS4 looked almost pinched. My theory is that they bank on the very textured sidewall to play in deep snow traction thanks to the stretch.

Wow, is the tread shallow. I had to double check the sidewall to confirm that these are indeed 3PMSF rated.

And then.. they did great in the snow. Of course not as well as Blizzaks or other dedicated snow tires I've used, especially in the deeper stuff. But light snow and even the packed-down snow/ice stuff, they did significantly better than any all-season I've run. I will say they struggled for grip under acceleration in the CTR in all conditions, but that is reasonable.

It was a bit of a shock to switch over to my summer tires from the PA5s and not feel an immense improvement in performance. That is to say it is crazy how close in performance the Pilot Alpin 5 is to the PS4's of the GRC. I have a few friends who have nice cars but are lazy and run snow tires year-round. Boy did I have a recommendation for them!

I didn't put enough miles on them to judge the wear before selling them (due to no longer needing them) but the Civic seemed to be burning through the fronts a bit quickly.

83%

Member December 1, 2025

Subaru 2024 WRX GT
245/55 R18
4,000 miles
Mostly Motorways
Spirited

Been using them for 2 seasons now on a Subaru wrx. Slush category - 7 Snow they drive great! In slush theres a bit of understeer but controllable in a awd car with a bit of power. Ice, I've only driven on a iced over driveway and it faired pretty well. Updated: road ice, the tires will slip soo be careful.

38%

Member October 17, 2025

Lexus Rx450h
235/35 R20
10,000 miles
A Combination of Roads
Average

this is last time buying michelin. Im change snow tires a hankook.

100%

Member September 21, 2025

Tesla 2024 Model 3 RWD
235/45 R18
11,000 miles
A Combination of Roads
Average

I have been driving with these on for almost a year now. Their performance is outstanding even during breaking during summertime.

88%

Member December 13, 2024

Hyundai Sonata N Line
245/40 R19
4,000 miles
A Combination of Roads
Spirited

This tire feels like a UHP summer tire but in winter. Outstanding performance in dry and wet when cold. Starts to soften above 15 degrees C. Good snow performance - almost as good as X-ice. Ice performance is meh. Michelin sacrificed comfort for handling characteristics; feels too sporty and bumpy for my preference.

88%

Member December 13, 2024

Mercedes Benz B200
205/55 R17
10,000 miles
Mostly Town
Average

After i bought this tires, there is no snow in my city due to climate changes. So no snow or ice experience so far. Best benefit of this tire is comfort. In dry and wet handling, i am satisfied with tire. Near performance to my hp summer tire in corners. Only thing i hate about tire is, it easily skids in standing start from standing start both in dry and wet. Which reduces tire life. Standing start from wet high inclined road is not so fun but still good compared to lots of tires. But it must be improved.

85%

Anonymous August 22, 2024

Mercedes Benz GLA 200d sport
235/55 R19
15,000 miles

The best in winter tires.

70%

Member January 17, 2024

BMW 330
225/45 R18
Mostly Country Roads
Average

Very good dry and wet grip (like summer Pilot Sport 4) good level of comfort, but unfortunately very noisy! Maybe due to staggered setup of wheels (225 front / 255 rear) and symetrical "V" shape design, tires produced loud humming noise at 100 km/h, probably some resonance frequency between front and rear... Excellent tire behavior but noise level was not acceptable and lead me to unfortunately get rid of them... Changed for used Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 and these were much more quiet despite runflats...

69%

Member May 1, 2023

Audi S3
225/40 R18
5,000 miles
A Combination of Roads

After a set of nexen winguard I decided to go with what is supposed to be the best winter tire according to reviews around the web. I am disillusioned...the cheaper nexen were better by far, expecially on dry road and sport driving on dry roads. On the snow the michelin are only slightly worse than the nexen but still worse. For sure not buying again

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