Comparison: Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 vs. Uniroyal WinterExpert (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Uniroyal). Uniroyal is a brand that belongs to the Michelin group. Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Uniroyal (75%). In this particular case, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 has a better rating of 100% compared to 81% of the Uniroyal WinterExpert. The first tyre test of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 was done in 2020, compared to 2022 when was the Uniroyal WinterExpert first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the PILOT ALPIN 5 and the WinterExpert were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 55% of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 has B wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Uniroyal WinterExpert has C rating. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the PILOT ALPIN 5 is made in France and WinterExpert is made in Germany.