Comparison: Kumho WinterCraft WP52 vs. Michelin ALPIN 7

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than Kumho (63%). In this particular case, the Michelin ALPIN 7 has a better rating of 83% compared to 55% of the Kumho WinterCraft WP52. The first tyre test of Kumho WinterCraft WP52 was done in 2022, compared to 2025 when was the Michelin ALPIN 7 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 94% of Kumho WinterCraft WP52 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Michelin ALPIN 7 also have B wet ratings. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the WinterCraft WP52 is made in Korea and ALPIN 7 is made in Spain/Germany.