Comparison: Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV vs. Kumho WinterCraft WP52+

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than Kumho (63%). In this particular case, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV has a better rating of 91% compared to 87% of the Kumho WinterCraft WP52+. The first tyre test of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV was done in 2021, compared to 2025 when was the Kumho WinterCraft WP52+ 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 77% of Kumho WinterCraft WP52+ has B rating.