Comparison: Michelin ALPIN 6 vs. Continental WinterContact TS 870 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Continental (90%). In this particular case, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 has a better rating of 99% compared to 69% of the Michelin ALPIN 6. The first tyre test of Michelin ALPIN 6 was done in 2019, compared to 2020 when was the Continental WinterContact TS 870 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the AUTOBILD 2024 205/55 R16 test, where both the ALPIN 6 and the WinterContact TS 870 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Michelin ALPIN 6 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (82%) of the Continental WinterContact TS 870 also have B wet ratings. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the ALPIN 6 is made in Spain/Germany and WinterContact TS 870 is made in France.