Comparison: Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV vs. Hankook ION Evo

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 (89%) than Hankook (83%). In this particular case, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV has a better rating of 91% compared to 90% of the Hankook ION Evo. The first tyre test of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV was done in 2021, compared to 2025 when was the Hankook ION Evo first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 72% of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV has C wet grip rating, whereas 98% of Hankook ION Evo has A rating.