87
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
85/100
30 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Michelin Alpin 5 vs Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
88/100
6 professional tests
User signal (40%)
83/100
13 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Alpin 5 — better noise, treadwear and snow. Pick the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV if comfort, handling and dry matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Pilot Alpin 5 SUV leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Alpin 5 | Pilot Alpin 5 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | 96 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 91 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 96% | 100% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 99% | 99% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Alpin 5 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Alpin 5 | Pilot Alpin 5 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | 86 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 85 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 92% | 93% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 98% | 97% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Alpin 5 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Alpin 5 | Pilot Alpin 5 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 80 | 79 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 82 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 95% | 98% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 96% | 92% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Pilot Alpin 5 SUV leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Alpin 5 | Pilot Alpin 5 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 100 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 92 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 85 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Alpin 5 leads by 52
Why this score
| Source | Alpin 5 | Pilot Alpin 5 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 96 | 44 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Alpin 5 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Alpin 5 | Pilot Alpin 5 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 85 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Pilot Alpin 5 SUV leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Alpin 5 | Pilot Alpin 5 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 87 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Michelin Alpin 5 | Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 87 | 82 |
| Dry | 87 | 94 |
| Wet | 87 | 86 |
| Snow | 84 | 81 |
| Comfort | 85 | 94 |
| Noise | 96 | 44 |
| Treadwear | 90 | 85 |
| Handling | 78 | 87 |
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Headline score
87
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 100
Tire B
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 96% #7/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/10 · 2021 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | -3.7 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 99% #5/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 99% #5/10 · 2024 AS SUV Winter Tyre Test | -0.2 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 76% #20/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 79% #5/9 · 2023 Tyre Reviews SUV Winter Tyre Test | -3.1 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 100% #19/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 96% #1/10 · 2024 AS SUV Winter Tyre Test | +3.5 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 92% #19/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 100% #10/10 · 2021 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | -7.8 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 9% #11/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 50% #2/10 · 2021 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | -40.9 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 95% #17/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 98% #3/10 · 2023 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | -3.1 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 96% #18/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 92% #1/9 · 2023 Tyre Reviews SUV Winter Tyre Test | +3.8 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 95% #4/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 93% #4/10 · 2021 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | +2.3 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 92% #17/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 93% #5/10 · 2021 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | -0.8 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 98% #8/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 97% #4/9 · 2023 Tyre Reviews SUV Winter Tyre Test | +1.6 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Michelin Alpin 5 is widely regarded as a top-tier winter tire, praised for its exceptional traction in snow and wet conditions. While users consistently highlight its longevity and comfort, some note that its performance degrades after three years and that the soft compound is not suitable for warm, dry weather.
Pros
- Exceptional snow and ice traction
- Outstanding wet weather performance and aquaplaning resistance
- High durability and long tread life
- Excellent ride comfort and low noise levels
Cons
- Performance degradation after 3 years of use
- Soft sidewalls lead to vague handling in corners
- Poor performance and 'smearing' in temperatures above 20°C
- Lack of rim protection
Observations
- Drivers of smaller, lighter vehicles like the Mini Cooper S and Skoda Yeti report significant improvements in driving feel and comfort.
- Users note that the tire's soft sidewalls are beneficial for comfort but detrimental to handling precision on sportier vehicle setups.
The Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV is widely regarded as a top-tier winter tire, particularly excelling in wet, slushy, and snowy conditions. Users frequently praise its impressive longevity and balanced performance, though some note a distinct limit to its grip threshold in deep or hard-packed snow compared to dedicated Nordic-style winter tires.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and handling on wet and slushy roads
- High tread life and durability over long distances
- Excellent dry road comfort and low noise levels
- Strong performance in snow-covered cornering and braking
Cons
- Abrupt loss of grip when reaching the limit on hard-packed snow
- Higher price point compared to some competitors
- Performance can feel less predictable than dedicated Nordic winter tires in extreme ice/snow conditions
Observations
- Drivers of heavy SUVs report high confidence in handling and agility, noting the tire makes the vehicle feel more responsive.
- Users transitioning from Nokian tires noted a significant improvement in quietness and dry-road refinement, though some missed the specific snow-traction characteristics of the previous brand.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Michelin Alpin 5 | B · Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Winter Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
87
/ 100
Michelin
82
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Alpin 5 — better noise, treadwear and snow. Pick the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV if comfort, handling and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Michelin Alpin 5 scores 96 vs 44 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV scores 94 vs 85 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV scores 87 vs 78 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV scores 94 vs 87 on dry.
Tire A · Michelin Alpin 5
Tire B · Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.