Comparison: Michelin ALPIN 6 vs. Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Nexen). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Nexen (47%). In this particular case, the Michelin ALPIN 6 has a better rating of 69% compared to 49% of the Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21. The first tyre test of Michelin ALPIN 6 was done in 2019, compared to 2020 when was the Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the AUTOBILD 2024 205/55 R16 test, where both the ALPIN 6 and the Winguard Snow G3 WH21 were tested. See more mutual tests below. We also know where ALPIN 6 is made - Spain/Germany.