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Comparison: Barum Polaris 5 vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 5

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than Barum (73%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has a better rating of 95% compared to 63% of the Barum Polaris 5. The first tyre test of Barum Polaris 5 was done in 2019, compared to 2022 when was the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Barum Polaris 5 has C wet grip rating, whereas 96% of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has A rating. We also know where Polaris 5 is made - Czech Republic.

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Barum
Polaris 5
Michelin
Pilot Sport 5
Number of tests
13
15
Best position
#9
#1
Average position
15.2
3.4
Latest test
2024
2026
Available sizes
76
70

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