Comparison: Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 vs. Minerva Ice-Plus S210 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from (Minerva). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Minerva (5%). In this particular case, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 has a better rating of 100% compared to 3% of the Minerva Ice-Plus S210. The first tyre test of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 was done in 2020, compared to 2016 when was the Minerva Ice-Plus S210 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2023 225/45 R18 test, where both the PILOT ALPIN 5 and the Ice-Plus S210 were tested. See more mutual tests below. We also know where PILOT ALPIN 5 is made - France.