Segment
1. Michelin ALPIN 6 Premium2. Barum Polaris 6 Lowcost
Comparison: Michelin ALPIN 6 vs. Barum Polaris 6
Table of contents:
In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum). 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 Barum Polaris 6 has a better rating of 83% compared to 63% of the Michelin ALPIN 6. The first tyre test of Michelin ALPIN 6 was done in 2019, compared to 2025 when was the Barum Polaris 6 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Michelin ALPIN 6 has B wet grip rating, whereas 87% of Barum Polaris 6 has C rating. We also know where ALPIN 6 is made - Spain/Germany.
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Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
1. Michelin ALPIN 6 4.35
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Michelin ALPIN 6 Exemplary2. Barum Polaris 6 Good
Worst rating in test
1. Michelin ALPIN 6 Good2. Barum Polaris 6 Good
Snow
(Overall rating)Snow braking
Snow traction
Snow handling
Snow cornering
Snow acceleration
1. Barum Polaris 6 100%
