88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
9 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Michelin Alpin vs Pirelli Scorpion Winter — 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
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
77/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
80/100
17 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Alpin — better treadwear, wet and comfort. Pick the Pirelli Scorpion Winter if dry and handling 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)
Scorpion Winter leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Alpin | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 94 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Alpin leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Alpin | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 81 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 94 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Alpin leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Alpin | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 81 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 78 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Alpin leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Alpin | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Alpin | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 73 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Alpin leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Alpin | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 94 | 72 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 73 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Scorpion Winter leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Alpin | Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Michelin Alpin | Pirelli Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 88 | 80 |
| Dry | 86 | 91 |
| Wet | 94 | 82 |
| Snow | 80 | 78 |
| Comfort | 91 | 80 |
| Noise | – | 85 |
| Treadwear | 94 | 73 |
| Handling | 76 | 80 |
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Headline score
88
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Michelin Alpin is highly regarded by users as a premium winter tire that excels in snow, ice, and cold, wet conditions. Drivers consistently report significant improvements in traction and vehicle stability compared to other winter or all-season alternatives, making it a reliable choice for challenging winter climates.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and traction on snow and ice
- Noticeable performance improvement in cold and wet conditions
- High level of ride comfort and low noise levels
- Strong durability and slow tread wear over extended mileage
Cons
- Higher price point compared to some competitors
- Can feel overly aggressive or sensitive on loose surfaces like gravel
- Limited feedback on dry-weather performance from most users
Observations
- Users report that the tire effectively mitigates common handling issues, such as understeer in front-wheel-drive vehicles and rear-end instability in rear-wheel-drive cars.
- The 225/45 R17 size is noted for consistent performance on Audi S Line models.
The Pirelli Scorpion Winter is widely regarded as a high-performance winter tire that excels in wet and dry conditions, often mimicking the handling characteristics of a summer tire. While many users praise its confidence-inspiring grip on highways and in heavy rain, consensus is mixed regarding its performance in severe ice and deep slush, where some drivers report a lack of traction.
Pros
- Exceptional wet weather performance and resistance to aquaplaning
- Strong dry road handling and stability at high speeds
- Comfortable and quiet ride quality for long-distance cruising
- Predictable and confidence-inspiring grip in light to moderate snow
Cons
- Inconsistent performance on hard ice and slushy conditions
- Faster tread wear compared to standard summer tires
- Reduced snow traction as the tire ages and tread depth decreases
- High-speed stability can feel vague at extreme velocities
Observations
- Users with heavy SUVs and performance crossovers report high satisfaction with highway handling but note faster tread wear.
- Drivers utilizing staggered fitments on 20-inch wheels report good feedback and handling, though some note the design is aging compared to newer iterations.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Michelin Alpin | B · Pirelli Scorpion Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter High Performance tires | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | — | 44 |
| Rim diameters | — | 17″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | — | 10/32″ |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
88
/ 100
Michelin
80
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Michelin Alpin — better treadwear, wet and comfort. Pick the Pirelli Scorpion Winter if dry and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Alpin scores 94 vs 73 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin Alpin scores 94 vs 82 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin Alpin scores 91 vs 80 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli Scorpion Winter scores 91 vs 86 on dry.
Tire A · Michelin Alpin
Tire B · Pirelli Scorpion Winter
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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.