Comparison: Michelin Alpin 5 vs. Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Hankook). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Hankook (84%). The first tyre test of Michelin Alpin 5 was done in 2015, compared to 2022 when was the Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 88% of Michelin Alpin 5 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 also have B wet ratings.