Comparison: Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 vs. Michelin ALPIN 7 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Pirelli (83%). In this particular case, the Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 has a better rating of 86% compared to 85% of the Michelin ALPIN 7. The first tyre test of Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 was done in 2023, compared to 2025 when was the Michelin ALPIN 7 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 235/50 R19 test, where both the Scorpion Winter 2 and the ALPIN 7 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 99% of Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 has A wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Michelin ALPIN 7 has B rating.