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245/35 R21 Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 variants
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Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 is a winter tyre made in total of 133 sizes, ranging from R16 to R16 - this particular dimension is R21, which means it fits to a 21 inch/533.4mm diameter wheel. 245/35 R21 is 40mm wider than the narrowest dimension (205) and 70mm narrower than the widest one (315). This tyre profile of 35 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 35% of the tyre width (245mm), which results in 85.75mm sidewall height. In 245/35 R21, there is only one possible speed index for Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 - "W", which is good for speeds up to 270 km/h. In 245/35 R21, PILOT ALPIN 5 usually competes against UltraGrip Performance 3, which is a tyre from GoodYear with a rating of 95%, compared to 100% of the Michelin in question.
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 is made in 133 sizes, starting from 205/60 R16 up to 315/35 R22.
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Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 in tyre tests
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (245/35 R21)
Autozeitung Winter tyre test 2025 245/45 R19
highly recommended
Ranked #2 of 10
2 out of 10 competitors — final rating 'Highly recommended'. It delivered exemplary dry performance with the shortest braking distance, top durability and a sporty, agile yet comfortable ride; braking is powerful on wet surfaces but only moderate lateral guidance limits handling, and overall it proved only conditionally competitive in snowy conditions despite achieving best-in-test marks for snow handling and snow traction. It also stood out for wear, mileage and low exterior noise.
highly recommended
Ranked #2 of 10
2 out of 10 competitors — final rating 'Highly recommended'. It delivered exemplary dry performance with the shortest braking distance, top durability and a sporty, agile yet comfortable ride; braking is powerful on wet surfaces but only moderate lateral guidance limits handling, and overall it proved only conditionally competitive in snowy conditions despite achieving best-in-test marks for snow handling and snow traction. It also stood out for wear, mileage and low exterior noise.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
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| Best values in test | 139 | 135 | 141 | ||||
| Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | 123 | 134 | 140 | ||||
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AUTOBILD Winter tyre test 2024 245/45 R18
exemplary
Ranked #1 of 12
The Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 secured the top spot among 12 competitors, achieving an 'Exemplary' rating. This premium winter tire delivered outstanding performance on snow and wet roads, demonstrating sporty, direct handling characteristics and providing short braking distances in all weather conditions. Additionally, it boasts a low rolling resistance. It excelled particularly in dry braking, dry handling, exterior noise, gravel traction, mud traction, sand traction, comfort, and snow traction, establishing itself as a leading choice for winter driving. However, its elevated price point was noted as a drawback.
exemplary
Ranked #1 of 12
The Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 secured the top spot among 12 competitors, achieving an 'Exemplary' rating. This premium winter tire delivered outstanding performance on snow and wet roads, demonstrating sporty, direct handling characteristics and providing short braking distances in all weather conditions. Additionally, it boasts a low rolling resistance. It excelled particularly in dry braking, dry handling, exterior noise, gravel traction, mud traction, sand traction, comfort, and snow traction, establishing itself as a leading choice for winter driving. However, its elevated price point was noted as a drawback.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
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AutoMotorSport Winter tyre test 2022 245/45 R19
very good
Ranked #1 of 8
Securing the top position among eight competitors, the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 set an impressive benchmark in winter automotive sport, earning a final rating of 'Very good'. This tire was celebrated for its outstanding driving dynamics, which included direct steering responses, high grip levels, ample safety margins, and supreme balance on snow. Remarkably, it showcased the shortest stopping distances, high cornering stability, and excellent steering precision on dry surfaces. Despite its superior performance, the tire did display some weaknesses. It had deficiencies in braking on wet roads and was prone to early onset aquaplaning, especially around curves, accompanied by a noticeable noise during cornering. However, it excelled across numerous disciplines, being unmatched in dry braking, dry handling, dry lane changing, dry steering response, snow braking, snow handling, objective snow handling, lateral guidance on snow, and snow traction. This all-round performance solidified its position as a top contender in winter automotive sport, despite the minor concessions required on wet surfaces.
very good
Ranked #1 of 8
Securing the top position among eight competitors, the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 set an impressive benchmark in winter automotive sport, earning a final rating of 'Very good'. This tire was celebrated for its outstanding driving dynamics, which included direct steering responses, high grip levels, ample safety margins, and supreme balance on snow. Remarkably, it showcased the shortest stopping distances, high cornering stability, and excellent steering precision on dry surfaces. Despite its superior performance, the tire did display some weaknesses. It had deficiencies in braking on wet roads and was prone to early onset aquaplaning, especially around curves, accompanied by a noticeable noise during cornering. However, it excelled across numerous disciplines, being unmatched in dry braking, dry handling, dry lane changing, dry steering response, snow braking, snow handling, objective snow handling, lateral guidance on snow, and snow traction. This all-round performance solidified its position as a top contender in winter automotive sport, despite the minor concessions required on wet surfaces.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | 9,3 | 9,4 | 10 | 10 | 10 | ||
| Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | 7 | 9,1 | 10 | 8 | 9 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
| Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | 2- | 2 | 1- | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 2+ | 1- | |||
| Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | 2+ | 1- | 2+ | 1- | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow | |||||
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| Best values in test | 30,3 | 24,3 | |||||
| Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | 31,9 | 24,3 | |||||
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245/35 R21 - Best winter tyres (according to tests)
| # | Name | Our rating | Tested in this dimension | Tested in same width dimension | Segment | Price |
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| 1. | Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 | Upper-middle | £310 96 W | |||
| 2. | Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | Premium | £448 96 W | |||
| 3. | GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+! Newer model available: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3 | Premium | ||||
| 4. | Pirelli WINTER SOTTOZERO Serie III | Premium | £432 96 W | |||
| 5. | Nokian WR Snowproof P | Upper-middle | ||||
| 6. | Continental WinterContact TS 860S | Premium | £345 96 W | |||
| 7. | Hankook Ventus Prime 4 | Premium | £219 96 V + 1 | |||
| 8. | Nokian WR A4 | Upper-middle |
