In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (
Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (
Dunlop).
Dunlop is a brand that belongs to the GoodYear group. Generally,
Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than
Dunlop (88%). In this particular case, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 has a better rating of 100% compared to 93% of the Dunlop Winter. The first tyre test of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 was done in 2020, compared to 2025 when was the Dunlop Winter first tested. Important for this comparison is also the
Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the
PILOT ALPIN 5 and the
Winter were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 63% of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 has B wet grip rating, whereas 74% of Dunlop Winter has C rating. We also know where
PILOT ALPIN 5 is made - France.
