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The Michelin Alpin 6 is a premium winter tyre designed for superior performance in snow and ice, offering exceptional grip and durability. Its innovative Evergrip technology ensures consistent safety and handling even as the tyre wears.

8.7
Tyre Reviews Score Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews
High Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
88%
Wet Grip
91%
Road Feedback
84%
Handling
83%
Wear
86%
Comfort
90%
Buy again
85%
Snow Grip
82%
Ice Grip
74%
34 Reviews
85% Average
220,110 miles driven
30 Tests (avg: 4th)
Michelin Alpin 6

Michelin Alpin 6

Winter Premium
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8.7 / 10
Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews · High Confidence · Updated 30 Jan 2026

The Tyre Reviews Score is the most comprehensive tyre scoring system available. It aggregates professional test data from multiple independent publications, user reviews, and consistency analysis using Bayesian statistical methods, weighted normalisation, and recency-adjusted scoring to produce a single, reliable performance rating.

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Category Scores
Wet
80.7
2x / 64 tests
Snow
79.7
1.5x / 50 tests
Ice
78.7
1.26x / 5 tests
Comfort
72.8
0.29x / 18 tests
Value
72.4
0.38x / 41 tests
Dry
68.1
1.2x / 30 tests
Cross-Category Performance

Cross-category scores are derived metrics that combine data from multiple test disciplines to evaluate real-world performance characteristics.

Traction
84.8
14 tests
Braking
80.1
59 tests
Handling
72
45 tests
Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 30
Publications: 9
Period: 2019 - 2024
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 34
Avg Rating: 85%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 0.45
History Points: 6
Methodology & Configuration
Scoring Process
  1. Collect Test Data: Gather results from professional tyre tests across multiple publications. Minimum 1 test(s) required.
  2. Normalize Positions: Convert test positions to percentile scores using exponential weighting (factor: 1.2).
  3. Apply Recency Weighting: More recent tests are weighted higher with a decay rate of 0.95.
  4. Incorporate User Reviews: Factor in user review data (minimum 5 reviews). Weight: 15%.
  5. Bayesian Smoothing: Apply Bayesian prior (score: 7, weight: 1.5) to prevent extreme scores with limited data.
  6. Calculate Final Score: Combine all components using normalization factor of 1.1. Max score with limited data: 9.5.
Component Weights
Test Data
80%
User Reviews
15%
Consistency
5%
All Configuration Parameters
ParameterValueDescription
safety_weight 0.7 Weight multiplier for safety-related metrics
performance_weight 0.55 Weight multiplier for performance metrics
comfort_weight 0.4 Weight multiplier for comfort metrics
value_weight 0.45 Weight multiplier for value-for-money metrics
user_reviews_weight 0.15 How much user reviews contribute to the final score
test_data_weight 0.8 How much professional test data contributes to the final score
consistency_weight 0.05 How much score consistency contributes to the final score
recency_decay_rate 0.95 Rate at which older test results lose influence (higher = slower decay)
min_test_count 1 Minimum number of professional tests required
min_review_count 5 Minimum number of user reviews required
score_version 1.8 Current version of the scoring algorithm
score_normalization_factor 1.1 Factor used to normalize raw scores to the 0-10 scale
confidence_factor_weight 0.2 How much data confidence affects the final score
position_penalty_weight 0.2 Penalty applied for poor test positions
gap_penalty_threshold 8 Score gap (%) that triggers additional penalties
min_metrics_count 2 Minimum number of test metrics needed per test
limited_data_threshold 2 Number of tests below which data is considered limited
single_test_penalty 0.1 Score multiplier when only one test is available
critical_metric_penalty 0.7 Penalty for poor performance on critical safety metrics
critical_metric_threshold 70 Score below which a critical metric penalty applies
position_exponential_factor 1.2 Exponent used to amplify position-based scoring
position_exponential_threshold 0.9 Position percentile below which exponential scoring applies
gap_multiplier_critical 3 Multiplier for critical gap penalties
max_category_weight 2 Maximum weight any single category can have
max_score_limited_data 9.5 Score cap when data is limited
bayesian_prior_weight 1.5 Weight of the Bayesian prior in smoothing
bayesian_prior_score 7 Prior score used for Bayesian smoothing
evidence_test_multiplier 1.9 Multiplier for test evidence in confidence calculation
evidence_metric_divisor 3 Divisor for metric count in evidence calculation
evidence_review_divisor 10 Divisor for review count in evidence calculation
Data Sources
TestPublicationDateSizePositionMetrics
2024 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test Auto Bild 2024 205/55 R16 5/23 15 metrics
2024 All Season and Winter Tyre Test Auto Zeitung 2024 215/55 R17 6/10 13 metrics
The Best Studded / Friction Winter Tyres for 2024 Teknikens Varld 2024 225/50 R17 2/17 0 metrics
2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tyre Test ADAC 2024 205/55 R16 3/12 12 metrics
2024 Winter 55 Tyre Braking Test Auto Bild 2024 205/55 R16 5/55 2 metrics
2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test ADAC 2023 205/60 R16 2/16 12 metrics
2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test ADAC 2023 225/45 R17 2/15 13 metrics
2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test Auto Bild 2022 215/55 R17 1/22 16 metrics
2022 Winter Tyre Market Overview Auto Bild 2022 215/55 R17 3/57 2 metrics
2022 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 ADAC 2022 185/65 R15 4/15 0 metrics
2022 ADAC SUV Winter Tyre Test - 215/60 R16 ADAC 2022 215/60 R16 3/17 0 metrics
2022/23 Tyre Reviews Winter Tyre Test Tyre Reviews 2022 225/45 R17 7/9 16 metrics
2022 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test Auto Zeitung 2022 225/45 R17 3/8 16 metrics
2021 Auto Express Winter Tyre Test Auto Express 2021 225/45 R17 4/8 0 metrics
2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test Auto Bild 2021 205/55 R16 2/22 15 metrics
2021 AMS Winter Tyre Test Auto Motor Und Sport 2021 195/55 R16 5/10 12 metrics
2021 ADAC 17 Inch Winter Tyre Test ADAC 2021 225/50 R17 1/18 0 metrics
2021 ADAC 15 Inch Winter Tyre Test ADAC 2021 195/65 R15 3/16 0 metrics
2021 Winter Tyre Market Overview Auto Bild 2021 205/55 R16 12/49 2 metrics
The Best Winter Tyres for 2020 Tyre Reviews 2020 205/55 R16 2/19 0 metrics
2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test Auto Zeitung 2020 205/55 R16 5/14 11 metrics
2020 Auto Express Winter Tyre Test Auto Express 2020 205/55 R16 3/9 0 metrics
2020 ACE Winter Tyre Test ACE 2020 225/50 R17 5/9 0 metrics
2020 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test Auto Bild 2020 225/55 R17 3/11 11 metrics
2020 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 205/55 R16 ADAC 2020 205/55 R16 2/15 0 metrics
2019 Auto Center Winter Tyre Test AutoCentrum 2019 205/55 R16 3/10 12 metrics
2019 Auto Express Winter Tyre Test Auto Express 2019 225/45 R17 3/12 0 metrics
2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test Auto Bild 2019 225/45 R17 3/21 12 metrics
2019 Winter Tyre Test Market Overview Auto Bild 2019 225/45 R17 3/47 2 metrics
2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test Auto Motor Und Sport 2019 215/55 R17 5/11 14 metrics
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Latest Tyre Test Results
2024 Winter 55 Tyre Braking Test
205/55 R16 • 2024
5th/55
2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tyre Test
205/55 R16 • 2024
3rd/12
The Michelin Alpin 6 tyre demonstrates good overall performance across various driving conditions. On dry roads, it offers good steering feedback and precise handling with adequate safety reserves, though its braking distance is slightly below average. In wet conditions, it excels in braking tests and performs well in aquaplaning resistance and handling. The tyre's best performance is on winter roads, with average to above-average results in braking and traction, and very good handling due to its safety reserves and precise control. Ice braking is rated as satisfactory. Environmentally, the Alpin 6 stands out with the highest mileage and lowest wear in the test, as well as good efficiency due to its low weight and fuel consumption. However, it's slightly noisier than average. Overall, the Michelin Alpin 6 is a well-rounded tyre with particular strengths in winter conditions and environmental performance.
The Best Studded / Friction Winter Tyres for 2024
225/50 R17 • 2024
2nd/17
The Michelin Alpin 6, a Central European non-studded tyre, matched Continental's TS870 in most areas. It excelled in wet and dry conditions, showing good stability in the moose test and strong aquaplaning resistance. However, like other tyres in its category, it struggled more on ice and snow. The Alpin 6 lost ground in the overall rankings due to higher rolling resistance compared to its main competitor, impacting its fuel efficiency.
Size Fuel Wet Noise
15 inch
195/65R15 95 T XL C B 69
195/65R15 91 H C B 69
195/65R15 91 T C B 69
185/65R15 88 T C B 69
185/65R15 92 T XL C B 69
16 inch
205/55R16 91 T C B 69
205/60R16 96 H XL C B 69
215/60R16 99 H XL C B 69
215/60R16 95 H C B 69
215/60R16 99 T XL C B 69
205/60R16 92 T C B 69
205/55R16 91 H C B 69
205/55R16 94 H XL C B 69
205/60R16 92 H C B 69
205/55R16 94 V XL C B 69
17 inch
215/55R17 94 H C B 69
225/50R17 98 V XL C B 69
205/50R17 93 V XL C B 69
225/45R17 91 H D B 69
225/45R17 94 V XL C B 69
225/45R17 94 H XL C B 69
225/50R17 98 H XL C B 69
215/45R17 91 V XL C B 69
225/50R17 94 H D B 69
215/55R17 94 V C B 69
215/55R17 98 V XL C B 69
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Questions and Answers for the Michelin Alpin 6

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March 31, 2021

I was wondering, what is the thread depth of a new Alpin 6 tire? I drive a 195/65 r15.

The starting tread depth of the Alpin 6 is 8.1mm
September 29, 2022

What is the meaning MI in the full product name

The full product name is "Michelin Alpin 6". If you are seeing an extra MI I would guess it's added by a retailer and is short for Michelin.
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Review Summary

Based on 29 user reviews

Drivers largely praise the Michelin Alpin 6 for excellent wet and dry cold grip, strong braking, high comfort, low noise, and outstanding longevity/wear. Snow performance is mixed: many report very good traction and control in snow, while a notable minority criticize snow/ice grip and especially snow braking as average or poor. Handling feel is generally stable, though a few note softness or vague steering at higher speeds. Overall sentiment is positive, with the Alpin 6 seen as a durable, refined winter tyre that excels in wet/dry but can be inconsistent on deep snow/ice.

Strengths
  • Wet grip and braking
  • Dry cold grip and handling
  • Low noise/comfort
  • Tread life/durability
  • Overall stability/safety
Areas for Improvement
  • Snow/ice braking and lateral grip
  • Vague/soft steering at higher speeds

Top 3 Michelin Alpin 6 Reviews

Given 76% while driving a Toyota Auris (195/65 R15) on mostly town for 1,000 easy going miles
When new, very nice tyres. Comfortable ride.
However, just after 2 winters and 10kkm, ice grip was quite bad, car would just slip on ice. Compared to 5 yeras old hankook winter icept2 on other car, i felt a little disappointed with Michelins.
Ask a question | Helpful 760
June 5, 2025
Given 70% while driving a SEAT Leon ST TDI FR 184 (205/60 R16) on a combination of roads for 6,000 average miles
Bought used wheels with 4-5 year old tires for a year to use.
Average tyre, nothing bad, nothing significant, worked enough even for summer months in +30*C.
Not as noisy as expected by the shape of a tread pattern. I guess phase sequencing helped a lot.
Maybe rubber was old enough, so snow/ice/wet performance started to degrade and were not as best as it could.
Threw away with still 5-6 mm left.
Ask a question | Helpful 814
April 11, 2025
Given 88% while driving a Subaru Outback (225/50R17/ R) on for 5,000 miles
I can say that these are the best winter tires I have ever used.
| Helpful 853
August 21, 2024
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Latest Michelin Alpin 6 Reviews

Given 79% while driving a Peugeot 508 SALOON (215/55 R17) on a combination of roads for 35,000 average miles
I bought the Alpin 6 instead of the Continental ts850p, Dunlop Winter Sport or Goodyear ultragrip when it just came out, as a Michelin fan, and to be honest, most probably the alternatives would've been better. There were no reviews back then, but I trusted the brand and got them. Right after I mounted them on the car, I went to the mountains were there was fresh, in some places wet snow, to test them, and honestly I felt a little disappointed. Lateral stability in both wet and snow was very poor. Braking was good, but the lateral stability not that much. I've gotten stuck in them a few times in 10cm hard snow on the parking lot, and had to maneuver my way out with my FWD Peugeot 508. Dry grip on the other hand was really amazing, especially for a winter tyre. Definitely better than a midrange summer tyre. They were really comfortable and quite better than the summer Michelin PS4 on all surfaces with the same tyre pressure. Wear is amazing, as expected for Michelin. Before I sold the car, u used them for more than 55k km, they still have between 5.5 and 6 mm left. Couldn't get the chance to test the new layer that comes out when you reach 4mm. One of the tyres had a little defect though, it didn't look deformed or unevenly worn but the car always leaned towards the side, on which this tyre was mounted, while driving. Balancing and wheel alignment were perfect, so it wasn't this. This appeared on their third year. But I drove the car like that anyway.
Ask a question | Helpful 178
December 6, 2025
Given 80% while driving a Mazda 6 (225/55 R17) on mostly country roads for 30,000 average miles
I have it since 2019 on a Mazda 6 estate. Dry and wet grip are very good. Comfort is also good, although they make quite some noise.
On the other hand, I'm very disappointed of the snow and ice handling and traction.
Wear is really good after 6 seasons they still have tread for another one, although if there is a lot of snow coming, really consider dumping them
Ask a question | Helpful 186
November 17, 2025
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Given 100% while driving a Hyundai Tucson (205/55R16/ R) on for 1,000 miles
Its roadholding is much better than other brands, it does not make noise and its lifespan is long.
| Helpful 781
July 4, 2024
Given 86% while driving a Lexus GS (225/55 R17) on mostly town for 12,000 easy going miles
Taken set in the fall of 2022. It behaves very well. Comfortable and silent up to highway speeds.
Ask a question | Helpful 813
March 27, 2024
Given 64% while driving a Renault (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 12,000 average miles
Good on dry, on wet, quite good on snow acceleration, but... oh man.. this tyre is SO BAD IN BRAKING ON THE SHOW. I just can't comprehend how is this tyre considered one of the best WINTER tyre. Very poor in breaking on the snow and pretty bad in changing directions on the snow. I have Continental Wintercontact 860 on the second car. Difference is unbelievable. Continental is MUCH better on the snow(we had first day of show today so I took both for the ride on the same road). Continental is a little bit worse on the dry and it's quite a lot louder than Michelin.

Michelin Alpin 6 is not a winter tyre! It's a all weather tyre(it has almost the same tread as Michelin Crossclimate 2), nothing more. I will never buy them again. They are very dangerous on the snow. I'm not joking, I'm not trolling. I'm trying to save your life. Buy something else.
Ask a question | Helpful 838
December 6, 2023
Given 88% while driving a Opel Astra K 1.4T 150 (225/45 R17) on mostly country roads for 15,000 spirited miles
Had this for 3 years on a front wheel drive astra 1.4 150hp, live in the mountains and it was a fantastic winter tyre. The grip driving uphill in snow was excellent, even when you got 5 - 8cm of snow on the road it would not let me down. Snow braking was good. Wet handling was also excellent, felt very safe and stable in the wet and aquaplaning was also good. Dry handling was the weaker side with slightly less grip on bends, but wouldn't let this be too much of an issue on a winter tyre. This is the king of wear, after about 15K miles the tyre barely dropped any depth in the groove, which is great because the performance also did not drop. Noise levels are higher as on most winter tyres and the comfort level is ok.
Ask a question | Helpful 912
March 5, 2023
Given 88% while driving a BMW 320d touring (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 15,000 average miles
Very quiet und stable Tyre. Für BMW perfect.
Ask a question | Helpful 821
January 31, 2023
Given 88% while driving a Ford Focus MK2 1.6TDCI 2008 2011 (205/55 R16) on mostly motorways for 5,000 average miles
I am very pleased about the Michelin tires Alpin 6. Although there was not a lot of snow this year, they performed very well on the snowy days. I bought them at https://www.autobanden-prijsvechter.nl/ and payed a very good price. So i`m very pleased with these tires.
Ask a question | Helpful 982
January 26, 2023
Given 74% while driving a Audi 1.8T Quattro (225/45 R17) on mostly motorways for 10,000 spirited miles
BFGoodrich G-force Winter 2 is a better tire than this, either way they wouldn't disappoint. They are really good just on cold/wet weather on the motorway. Snow is not the best side for this tires. Its just not worth the money to spend, better of with the BFGoodrich.
Ask a question | Helpful 1007
November 14, 2022
Given 87% while driving a Mercedes Benz 2010 W204 C180 Kompressor (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 15,000 average miles
the michelin alpin are making less noise than yokohama advan 701 summer tyre, very good grip and comfort
Ask a question | Helpful 747
October 24, 2022
Given 84% while driving a SEAT Ibiza 1.0 TSI 115 (195/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 2,000 spirited miles
I have fitted the Alpin 6 to my SEAT Ibiza 1.0 Tsi Manual built in 2018. My ratings: Dry: It's pretty good, no problems, especially when it's colder- warmer temperatures are also okay, but I wouldn't use it above 15°C because of a potential higher wear Wet Grip: This is where the tyre really got going - phenomenal wet grip- even on these 195mm setup, which normally isn't that good in rainy conditions. Comfort: The tyre has great comfort - more than the Bridgestone Turanza Summer or the previously use Pirelli CInturato Winter tyres. Wear: I can't say anything on that - I haven't driven enough, but I think they will last a few years (at least with my mileage) Snow and Ice Grip: The Ibiza is a FWD car - which definetly is bad in snow and on ice - but the tyre is really good - i haven't had any problems so far - it feels like you are connected to the ground under the snow. I can't say anything about ice but I think it will perform quite good for a non Ice tyre. Verdict: So, the tyre is really great - it definetly feels better in Dry and Wet conditions in comparison to the Pirelli Cinturato Winter. In Snow however I think that the Pirelli was as good - but the Alpin is the better allrounder. So, if you're looking for an allround winter tyre with great performance on any surface (except Ice) go for the Alpin 6.
Ask a question | Helpful 988
February 8, 2022
Given 100% while driving a Nissan Qashqai (215/65 R16) on a combination of roads for 2,000 average miles
Great tire, I have it 3 months and I am very satisfied. I used before contiTS850, Mischelin is better in all conditions.
Ask a question | Helpful 859
January 11, 2022