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Michelin Alpin 6 vs Michelin Alpin 7 — Compared

Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 19 + 12 road tests and 35 + 11 owner reviews. How we score

Too close to call: Alpin 6 and Alpin 7 are level at 81.

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Michelin Alpin 6
Tire AMichelin

Alpin 6

Winter

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Tests 81 · 19 tests Owners 81 · 35 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 20 in 2024 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test (wear)

Michelin Alpin 7
Tire BMichelin

Alpin 7

Winter

± 4

Tests 81 · 12 tests Owners 82 · 11 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 7 in 2025 Autozurnal Winter Tyre Test (dry braking)

Category by category

Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.

  1. 77

    Dry

    Level
    77
    Why this score
    SourceAlpin 6Alpin 7
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 15 / 12 tests7476
    Reviews found online8280

    Alpin 6: 60% × 74.2 + 40% × 81.7 = 77

    Alpin 7: 60% × 75.7 + 40% × 79.5 = 77

  2. 89

    Wet

    Alpin 6 +3
    86
    Why this score
    SourceAlpin 6Alpin 7
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 19 / 12 tests9086
    Reviews found online8785

    Alpin 6: 60% × 90.1 + 40% × 86.8 = 89

    Alpin 7: 60% × 86.2 + 40% × 84.6 = 86

  3. 75

    Snow

    Alpin 7 +6
    81
    Why this score
    SourceAlpin 6Alpin 7
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 19 / 12 tests7682
    Reviews found online7378

    Alpin 6: 60% × 76.5 + 40% × 72.9 = 75

    Alpin 7: 60% × 82.2 + 40% × 78.2 = 81

  4. 83

    Comfort

    Alpin 6 +5
    78
    Why this score
    SourceAlpin 6Alpin 7
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 4 / 2 tests8572
    Reviews found online8283

    Alpin 6: 40% × 85.3 + 60% × 81.9 = 83

    Alpin 7: 40% × 71.8 + 60% × 82.5 = 78

  5. 60

    Noise

    Alpin 7 +12
    72
    Why this score
    SourceAlpin 6Alpin 7
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 13 / 9 tests5675
    Reviews found online≈ 67 (est.)≈ 67 (est.)

    Alpin 6: 60% × 55.5 + 40% × 66.5 (est.) = 60

    Alpin 7: 60% × 75.2 + 40% × 66.5 (est.) = 72

    No owner ratings of noise for Alpin 6 or Alpin 7. The owner half is the owners’ average (67): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests, so the tests say nothing about how owners would rate it.

  6. 86

    Treadwear

    Alpin 6 +2
    84
    Why this score
    SourceAlpin 6Alpin 7
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 7 / 3 tests8982
    Reviews found online8186

    Alpin 6: 60% × 88.9 + 40% × 80.5 = 86

    Alpin 7: 60% × 82.4 + 40% × 86.4 = 84

  7. 81

    Handling (owners)

    Alpin 6 +1
    80
    Why this score
    SourceAlpin 6Alpin 7
    Reviews found online8180
  8. 64

    Efficiency

    Alpin 7 +23
    87
    Why this score
    SourceAlpin 6Alpin 7
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 15 / 11 tests6487
Scores at a glance
CategoryMichelin Alpin 6Michelin Alpin 7
Relative Score 81 81
Dry 77 77
Wet 89 86
Snow 75 81
Comfort 83 78
Noise 60 72
Treadwear 86 84
Handling (owners) 81 80
Efficiency 64 87

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Alpin 7

The professional test results behind the scores

Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.

DisciplineCategoryAlpin 6Alpin 7ΔHead-to-head
Dry Braking Dry 95% #7/12 · 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tyre Test 97% #5/6 · 2026 Al Volante Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Dry Handling Dry 97% #8/10 · 2024 All Season and Winter Tyre Test 99% #2/9 · 2026 Sport Auto Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Dry Handling (tester's mark) Dry 87% #4/8 · 2023 Autozurnal Winter Tire Test R17 86% #3/9 · 2026 Sport Auto Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Curved Aquaplaning Wet 86% #8/12 · 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tyre Test 87% #5/6 · 2026 Al Volante Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Straight Aquaplaning Wet 91% #8/12 · 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tyre Test 92% #5/6 · 2026 Al Volante Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Wet Braking Wet 96% #7/55 · 2024 Winter 55 Tyre Braking Test 94% #5/6 · 2026 Al Volante Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Wet Braking (concrete) Wet 98% #3/12 · 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tyre Test 94% #4/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 – Different tests
Wet Circle Wet 96% #10/10 · 2024 All Season and Winter Tyre Test 97% #6/9 · 2026 Sport Auto Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Wet Handling Wet 97% #10/10 · 2024 All Season and Winter Tyre Test 96% #5/6 · 2026 Al Volante Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Wet Handling (tester's mark) Wet 82% #3/8 · 2022 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test 80% #4/9 · 2026 Sport Auto Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Ice Braking Snow 88% #10/12 · 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tyre Test 97% #3/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 – Different tests
Snow Braking Snow 97% #15/33 · 2024 Winter 55 Tyre Braking Test 97% #3/6 · 2026 Al Volante Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Snow Handling Snow 99% #3/10 · 2024 All Season and Winter Tyre Test 98% #3/6 · 2026 Al Volante Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Snow Handling (tester's mark) Snow 70% #6/14 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test 80% #4/9 · 2026 Sport Auto Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Snow Traction Snow 100% #1/12 · 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tyre Test 95% #4/6 · 2026 Al Volante Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Comfort (tester's mark) Comfort 100% #1/8 · 2023 Autozurnal Winter Tire Test R17 78% #5/9 · 2026 Sport Auto Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Noise Noise 98% #9/12 · 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tyre Test 100% #1/6 · 2026 Al Volante Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Abrasion Treadwear 100% #1/12 · 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tyre Test 80% #5/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 – Different tests
Wear Treadwear 100% #1/12 · 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tyre Test 100% #1/15 · 2026 AvD Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Fuel Consumption Efficiency 98% #7/12 · 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tyre Test 96% #10/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 – Different tests
Rolling Resistance Efficiency 81% #7/10 · 2024 All Season and Winter Tyre Test 100% #1/6 · 2026 Al Volante Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Also published by the testers (not in the score)
Value Cost 64% #18/20 · 2024 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test 69% #10/15 · 2026 AvD Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Overall Ranking Overall #9/15 2025 Teknikens Värld Winter Tire Test R17 #4/6 2026 Al Volante Winter Tyre Test – Different tests

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Alpin 6

Pros

  • Exceptional wet and dry road grip in cold temperatures
  • High levels of ride comfort and low cabin noise
  • Impressive tread life and long-term durability

Cons

  • Inconsistent performance in deep snow and on ice
  • Some reports of sluggish steering feedback or 'soft' sidewall feel
  • Higher price point compared to some performance-oriented winter alternatives
All owner themes in the Alpin 6 review

Tire B Alpin 7

Pros

  • Exceptional ride comfort and bump absorption
  • Class-leading low noise levels, often compared to summer tires
  • Strong traction and stability on snow and slush

Cons

  • Handling can feel slightly 'floaty' or soft due to sidewall flex
  • Not suitable for extreme Nordic winter conditions (deep ice/heavy snow)
  • Dry braking distances may feel slightly longer compared to dedicated summer tires
All owner themes in the Alpin 7 review

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Michelin Alpin 6 B · Michelin Alpin 7
CategoryWinterWinter
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available4243
Rim diameters15″ – 20″15″ – 20″
Sizes in common2424

Which one should you actually buy?

Michelin Alpin 6

Michelin Alpin 7

Too close to call: Michelin Alpin 6 and Michelin Alpin 7 are within 2 points overall. Michelin Alpin 6 is stronger on comfort and wet. Michelin Alpin 7 is stronger on efficiency, noise and snow.

Pick tire B You want lower fuel or energy use

Michelin Alpin 7 scores 87 vs 64 on efficiency.

Pick tire B You want a quieter cabin

Michelin Alpin 7 scores 72 vs 60 on noise.

Pick tire B You drive through snowy winters

Michelin Alpin 7 scores 81 vs 75 on snow.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Michelin Alpin 6 scores 83 vs 78 on comfort.

Tire A · Michelin Alpin 6
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Alpin 6 or Alpin 7?

Which is better in the wet, Alpin 6 or Alpin 7?

Michelin Alpin 6, 89 vs 86 on our wet score.

Which grips better on dry roads, Alpin 6 or Alpin 7?

Neither, by our numbers: 77 vs 77 on the dry score, within 3 points.

Which is better in snow, Alpin 6 or Alpin 7?

Michelin Alpin 7, 81 vs 75 on our snow score.

Which is quieter, Alpin 6 or Alpin 7?

Michelin Alpin 7, 72 vs 60 on our noise score.

Which is more comfortable, Alpin 6 or Alpin 7?

Michelin Alpin 6, 83 vs 78 on our comfort score.

Which lasts longer, Alpin 6 or Alpin 7?

Neither, by our numbers: 86 vs 84 on the treadwear score, within 3 points.

Which rolls more easily, Alpin 6 or Alpin 7?

Michelin Alpin 7, 87 vs 64 on our efficiency score.

How do we compare tires?

Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.

Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.

Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology