245/45 R18 Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 variants
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 is a winter tyre made in total of 102 sizes, ranging from R16 to R16 - this particular dimension is R18, which means it fits to a 18 inch/457.2mm diameter wheel. 245/45 R18 is 40mm wider than the narrowest dimension (205) and 40mm narrower than the widest one (285). This tyre profile of 45 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 45% of the tyre width (245mm), which results in 110.25mm sidewall height. In 245/45 R18, there is only one possible speed index for Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 - "V", which is good for speeds up to 240 km/h. In 245/45 R18, PILOT ALPIN 5 usually competes against UltraGrip Performance 3, which is a tyre from GoodYear with a rating of 96%, compared to 99% of the Michelin in question. Latest test in 245/45 R18 was held by Autobild in 2020, where PILOT ALPIN 5 received rating "Exemplary" and finished on the 1. place. It was tested on a BMW 5.
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 is made in 102 sizes, starting from 205/60 R16 up to 285/30 R22.
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Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 in tyre tests
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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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| 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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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 | 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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| 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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