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Alfa Romeo 159 generations and tyre sizes

159

939

2005 – 2008
Diesel, Petrol88–191 kW (120–260 PS)Manual / Automatic
159

939 (1. Facelift)

2008 – 2011
Diesel, Petrol88–191 kW (120–260 PS)Manual / Automatic

For the Alfa Romeo 159 in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (rated 9.4/10) and Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (rated 9.1/10). The Alfa Romeo 159 uses 5 tyre sizes across 2 generations. The Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 excels in Dry performance while the Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P stands out in Wet performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Winter tyres for Alfa Romeo 159 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Alfa Romeo 159

Best tyres for Alfa Romeo 159 by category

Best for dry
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
8.9/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for noise
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
9.3/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best overall
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
9.4/10

Tyre comparison for Alfa Romeo 159

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Michelin PILOT ALPIN 59.47.58.87.68.1Premium100%
2Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium200%
3Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium260%
4Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium220%
5GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+9.08.58.08.98.5Premium300%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Alfa Romeo 159?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Alfa Romeo 159 are: Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (9.4/10), Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Alfa Romeo 159?
The Alfa Romeo 159 uses the following tyre sizes: 205/55 R16, 215/55 R16, 225/50 R17, 235/45 R18, 235/40 R19.
How many generations does the Alfa Romeo 159 have?
The Alfa Romeo 159 has 2 generations, from 2005 to 2008.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Alfa Romeo 159?
For wet road performance on Alfa Romeo 159, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 good for Alfa Romeo 159?
Yes, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 is the top-rated tyre for Alfa Romeo 159 with a rating of 9.4/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 100% of Alfa Romeo 159 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Alfa Romeo 159?
To choose the right tyres for Alfa Romeo 159: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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