Comparison: Barum Polaris 6 vs. Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV

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 ALPIN 5 SUV has a better rating of 91% compared to 83% of the Barum Polaris 6. The first tyre test of Barum Polaris 6 was done in 2025, compared to 2021 when was the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 88% of Barum Polaris 6 dimensions has C wet grip rating. Most (72%) of the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV also have C wet ratings.