Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 vs Alpin 7

Michelin have been a leading tyre brand globally for over a century, manufacturing some of the most sought-after models on the market.

These tyres range from car tyres like all-season, summer, and winter tyres, but their extensive range also include motorbike and van tyres.

In the case of this comparison article, we will be shining a light on their most popular winter tyre range, that being the Alpin/Pilot Alpin winter tyres.

A new 2024 release from Michelin in their winter tyre range is their Alpin 7. Two generations prior to the Alpin 7 is the Pilot Alpin 5, another premium winter tyre that has been an excellent tyre choice for motorists to tackle challenging winter driving conditions.

This article will compare both winter tyres, underlining key features and technologies as well as analysing data from Blackcircles.com customers reviews for these models respectively.

Pilot Alpin 5 Overview

Michelin's Pilot Alpin 5 winter tyre, launched in 2018, is engineered for high-performance vehicles demanding superior control.

Its advanced technology delivers exceptional precision on wet, snowy, and icy surfaces.

A symmetrical tread pattern maximises grip, complemented by Michelin's innovative tread compound for enhanced traction and shorter braking distances.

This design not only boosts safety but also contributes to extended tyre life and improved fuel economy, without compromising the exceptional handling and grip expected in winter conditions.

Chosen as original equipment by top manufacturers including Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, the Pilot Alpin 5 has earned the trust of leading automotive brands worldwide.

Alpin 7 Overview

Michelin's Alpin 7 winter tyre has arrived, building on the legacy of its predecessor, the Alpin 6, and delivering exceptional performance in all winter driving conditions.

This cutting-edge Michelin tyre utilises a newly formulated, low-temperature optimized compound for superior road traction, enhancing driver control during acceleration, braking, and cornering on winter roads.

The Alpin 7's intelligent tread design features distinctive grooves that remain effective even as the tyre wears, ensuring consistent performance throughout its lifespan, particularly in snowy conditions.

Its innovative tread compound gives the tyre more sipes than its predecessor, further improving snow braking by 6%.

The Alpin 7 is now available, succeeding the Alpin 6 in 2024.

Pilot Alpin 5 Awards

The Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 boasts a strong record of prestigious awards and top rankings in independent tyre tests.

For example, in Auto Bild's 2023 comparative test of 245/45 R18 winter tyres, the Pilot Alpin 5 emerged as the winner from a field of 54, praised for its "top performance on ice and snow, precise handling on wet and dry roads, and good mileage," also earning "Eco-Master" status.

Similarly, Tyre Reviews named it the best overall winter tyre in a 2023 test of 11 competitors, highlighting its superior dry braking and handling, excellent wet performance, and exceptional snow traction, along with high levels of comfort.

In 2022, Auto Motor und Sport also awarded the Pilot Alpin 5 a win in their 245/45 R19 winter tyre test.

These recent accolades consistently demonstrate the Pilot Alpin 5's exceptional reliability as a winter tyre.

Alpin 7 Awards

The newly released Alpin 7 is too recent to have accumulated comparative test wins or awards.

However, given its innovative design and high-quality construction, we anticipate significant recognition for the Alpin 7 in the years to come.

Pilot Alpin 5 Customer Reviews

Customer reviews are collected through our DriverReviews system, allowing customers to rate their previously purchased tyres on a 5-star scale across various categories.

Over 200 of our customers at Blackcircles.com have reviewed the Alpin 6 as follows:

• Overall rating of my tyres – 4.5/5
• I would buy the same tyres again – 4.5/5
• The car feels better to drive – 4.2/5
• The tyres were value for money – 4/5

Alpin 7 Customer Reviews

As mentioned throughout this article, the Michelin Alpin 7 is a recently released tyre model, so there is no customer reviews on the Blackcircles.com website.

Buy Winter Tyres Online Today

In short, both the Pilot Alpin 5 and Alpin 7 offer excellent winter performance across a range of vehicles and conditions. Learn more about winter tyres and shop online at our winter tyre page.