Comparison: Michelin ALPIN 6 vs. Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Hankook). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Hankook (84%). In this particular case, the Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 has a better rating of 82% compared to 69% of the Michelin ALPIN 6. The first tyre test of Michelin ALPIN 6 was done in 2019, compared to 2022 when was the Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the AUTOBILD 2024 205/55 R16 test, where both the ALPIN 6 and the W462 Winter i*cept RS3 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Michelin ALPIN 6 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 also have B wet ratings. We also know where ALPIN 6 is made - Spain/Germany.