Comparison: Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 vs. Falken EuroWinter HS02 Pro (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Falken). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Falken (68%). In this particular case, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 has a better rating of 100% compared to 66% of the Falken EuroWinter HS02 Pro. The first tyre test of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 was done in 2020, compared to 2023 when was the Falken EuroWinter HS02 Pro first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the PILOT ALPIN 5 and the EuroWinter HS02 Pro were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 55% of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Falken EuroWinter HS02 Pro also have B wet ratings. We also know where PILOT ALPIN 5 is made - France.