Comparison: Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 vs. Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Toyo). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (90%) than Toyo (71%). In this particular case, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 has a better rating of 100% compared to 74% of the Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1. The first tyre test of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 was done in 2020, compared to 2025 when was the Toyo Observe Winter Sport 1 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the PILOT ALPIN 5 and the Observe Winter Sport 1 were tested. See more mutual tests below. We also know where PILOT ALPIN 5 is made - France.