Comparison: Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 vs. Michelin ALPIN 7

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 (89%) than Pirelli (71%). The first tyre test of Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 was done in 2015, compared to 2025 when was the Michelin ALPIN 7 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 60% of Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Michelin ALPIN 7 also have B wet ratings. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Winter Sottozero 3 is made in Italy and ALPIN 7 is made in Spain/Germany.