Comparison: Nokian WR D4 vs. Michelin ALPIN 6 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Nokian (72%). The first tyre test of Nokian WR D4 was done in 2015, compared to 2019 when was the Michelin ALPIN 6 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 97% of Nokian WR D4 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Michelin ALPIN 6 also have B wet ratings. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the WR D4 is made in Finland and ALPIN 6 is made in Spain/Germany.