Comparison: Michelin ALPIN 6 vs. Petlas Snowmaster W651 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from (Petlas). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Petlas (32%). In this particular case, the Michelin ALPIN 6 has a better rating of 69% compared to 33% of the Petlas Snowmaster W651. The first tyre test of Michelin ALPIN 6 was done in 2019, compared to 2016 when was the Petlas Snowmaster W651 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Tyre Reviews 2022 225/45 R17 test, where both the ALPIN 6 and the Snowmaster W651 were tested. See more mutual tests below. We also know where ALPIN 6 is made - Spain/Germany.