Comparison: Pirelli P Zero Winter vs. Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Pirelli (83%). In this particular case, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 has a better rating of 100% compared to 72% of the Pirelli P Zero Winter. The first tyre test of Pirelli P Zero Winter was done in 2024, compared to 2020 when was the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the AUTOBILD 2024 245/45 R18 test, where both the P Zero Winter and the PILOT ALPIN 5 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 66% of Pirelli P Zero Winter dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (49%) of the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 also have B wet ratings.